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Blue by Alain Ducasse Welcomes New Executive Chef
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Bangkok, Thailand, May 17, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / Blue by Alain Ducasse, the celebrated Michelin-starred French fine dining restaurant located at Bangkok’s iconic riverside destination ICONSIAM, is proud to announce the appointment of Chef Evens Lòpez as its new Executive Chef. With an impressive international portfolio and a deep-rooted passion for contemporary gastronomy, Chef Evens…

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Luxury Dining Series by Marriott International Returns in 2025
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Singapore, May 16, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / Following last year’s tremendous success, The Luxury Group by Marriott International is proud to announce the highly anticipated return of the Luxury Dining Series. Taking place from July to September, the multi-city regional dining series in 2025 continues to invite discerning travelers and dining enthusiasts to embark on…

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Bahrain tourism expert joins the Afro-Asian Union
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Cairo, Egypt, May 16, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / The Afro-Asian Union (AFASU) has appointed Abdullah Abdulaziz, an international tourism expert from Bahrain, as an honorary member of the union and a senior judge for the AFASU Golden Awards. This selection is a recognition of his remarkable career filled with achievements, as Abdulaziz has played a…

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Chiang Mai Marriott Hotel Unveils The Plaii Ballroom
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Chiang Mai, Thailand, May 16, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / Elevating the standard for meeting venues in Northern Thailand, Chiang Mai Marriott Hotel proudly introduces The Plaii Ballroom, a state-of-the-art space set to transform the future of corporate events, weddings, and leisure experiences in Chiang Mai. The Plaii Ballroom is the first and only ballroom in…

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Six Top Destinations Join Climate-Ready Tourism Project
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Bristol, United Kingdom, May 16, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / The Travel Foundation has today announced the first six destinations to trial a new method to identify climate-related risks in tourism, and invited other destinations and businesses to get involved. The Climate RiskScan project is a collaboration with researchers from CELTH, a collective of Dutch universities,…

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PATA Partners with SUNx Program to Educate Young Travellers
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Bangkok, Thailand, May 16, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce a new organisational partnership with the SUNx Institute, formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed during the PATA Annual Summit 2025 (PAS 2025) in İstanbul, Türkiye. The partnership marks a shared commitment to supporting climate resilience…

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Unicorn Hospitality’s White-Label Model Expands with Iconic Rebrands
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Bangkok, Thailand, May 16, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / Unicorn Hospitality, a pioneering force in the hospitality management sector, continues to disrupt the market with its distinctive white-label management model. With the addition of two newly rebranded iconic properties—The Xcape River Kwai and AMANOR Hotel Chiang Mai—to its portfolio, Unicorn further solidifies its position as a…

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Maya Pistola x NILA Guest Shift
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Step into a world of premium mixology at NILA as we present the exclusive Guest shift night, held in partnership with Maya Pistola, the artisanal agave spirit redefining modern cocktails.  Experience the creative brilliance of Natkrit Chatsakulpairach (Khun First), Thailand’s 2024 Pistola Winner, as he takes over the bar for one night only. Enjoy three…

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L’Arôme by the Sea Unveils Chef Maksym’s Exquisite Degustation Menu
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Phuket, Thailand, May 14, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX /  L’Arôme by the Sea, the celebrated Michelin and TOP25 Restaurants recognized fine dining destination, has unveiled its latest seasonal degustation menu crafted by Chef Maksym. This culinary masterpiece takes diners on a journey through refined coastal flavors, artfully blending local Thai influences with international sophistication. L’Arôme by…

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Tourism Seychelles Showcases Island Charm to Beach Soccer Fans
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Mahé, Seychelles, May 14, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / The past few days have been a thrilling spectacle of goals, intense matches, and vibrant festivities at the Fanzone, as 16 nations compete for glory in the ongoing FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup at the stunning Paradise Arena in Mahé, Seychelles. Seychelles, globally recognised as a premier…

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