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Madrid, Spain, July 29, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today announced that its Hotel Sustainability Basics programme will transition to an independent third-party certification scheme, aligned with new European Union requirements for environmental claims and designed to meet the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Accreditation Framework. The move strengthens…

Kenya, July 28, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today reveals that Africa is entering a new era of tourism growth, with Travel & Tourism (T&T) outperforming the wider economy and positioning the continent among one of the world’s fastest-growing regions in 2026. According to new 2026 Economic Impact Research…

Bangkok, Thailand, July 27, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Extraordinary Travel Festival (ETF) returns for a third year, welcoming extreme travelers and global explorers to Bangkok, Thailand, from October 22-25, 2026. The four-day event brings together mega-travelers who have reached the world’s most remote corners, alongside passionate explorers eager to push their own boundaries further. Among…

Phuket, Thailand, July 25, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / OMEMO has been selected in the MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2026, nine months after opening at Vibes of Nature in Phuket. OMEMO features already in the TOP25 Restaurants Thailand 2026. Created by Swiss chef Yannick Hollenstein, OMEMO presents a contemporary interpretation of classic Swiss cuisine, shaped by his…

Bangkok, Thailand, July 23, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Nila invites guests to embark on an extraordinary culinary voyage with the launch of its new 7-Course Tasting Menu, “A Tasting Journey Across India.” Designed as a celebration of India’s rich regional diversity, the experience takes diners across the country’s vibrant culinary landscape—from the spice-laden coasts of…

Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, July 21, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / An innovative study by Professor Hengyun Li and Mr Xiang (Kevin) Zheng of the School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), working with co-authors, puts business survival prediction in the spotlight. Their research, focusing on the determinants…

Koh Samui, Thailand, July 21, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Gut health has never been a hotter topic. And Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary in Thailand is highlighting the vital role the digestive system plays in everything from immunity and energy levels to mental wellbeing. Drawing on the latest scientific understanding alongside holistic healing traditions, the award-winning wellness…

Lower Zambezi, Zambia, July 21, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Shearzone Safaris proudly marked a significant milestone with the official opening of Nzovu Rundu Luxury Camp, its newest luxury safari property in the Lower Zambezi National Park on Friday 17th July 2026. The opening reinforced the company’s commitment to investing in sustainable tourism, conservation and authentic…

Chiang Mai, Thailand, July 20, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Meliá Chiang Mai’s staff have helped regenerate more than seven acres of seasonally dry tropical forest in northern Thailand by planting 6,650 native trees through the hotel’s ongoing Meliá Go Green initiative, supporting biodiversity and forest restoration in one of the country’s most ecologically significant regions.…

Bangkok, Thailand, July 20, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok welcomes the Mid-Autumn Festival with its 2026 Mooncake Collection, created for sharing, gifting, and celebrating one of Asia’s most cherished traditions. This year, the collection takes on added significance as the legendary riverside hotel marks its 150th anniversary, with commemorative packaging inspired by its…