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Kamalaya Introduces Sacred Renewal
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Koh Samui, Thailand, September 12, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary is marking its 21st anniversary with the launch of Sacred Renewal, a new immersive programme inspired by ancient wisdom and the rhythms of the lunar cycle. The programme draws on the full lunar cycle, encompassing Śukla Pakṣa, the waxing moon associated with clarity…

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Beef Tortilla Kebabs Bring Smoky Flavours to the Table
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Bangkok, Thailand, September 11, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Cooling Tower at Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit presents “Beef Tortilla Kebabs” as this month’s featured dish, bringing together layers of seasoned ground beef and tortilla for a delicious twist on a classic skewer. Grilled to perfection, the kebabs offer a satisfying combination of smoky, savoury flavours, complemented…

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Two Azerai Properties Rank Among Asia’s Top 10 Hotels
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Ke Ga Bay, Vietnam, September 10, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Azerai Ke Ga Bay and Azerai La Residence, Hue have earned places among Asia’s elite for service excellence, ranking No. 9 and No. 10 respectively in the “Top 10 Hotels for Service” category in Smart Travel Asia’s Best in Travel Poll 2026. The results, drawn…

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LES AMIS DE COLETTE: A TOAST TO ONE YEAR
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Bangkok, Thailand, September 08, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Colette Bangkok celebrates its first anniversary with a special edition of Les Amis de Colette: La Série, bringing together acclaimed chefs, guest bartenders, and new menu creations for a one-night-only celebration on 25 September 2026. From 6 PM to 10:30 PM, guests can enjoy exclusive collaborative dishes,…

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Tourism Is Diplomacy Without a Negotiating Table
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Oxford, United Kingdom, September 08, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / What if the most powerful diplomacy of our time happens not in embassies or at summit tables, but over a shared meal? That was the question Ambassador Dr. Alain St.Ange of the Seychelles put to delegates today as he delivered the keynote address at the Oxford…

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The Lind Hotels Set to Open Its Next Chapter in Coron
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Coron, Philippines, September 8, 2026 — The Lind Hotels is set to open The Lind Coron in 2027, marking the homegrown Filipino hospitality brand’s expansion into Palawan and a return to the destination where its story first began. More than a decade ago, Coron was the company’s first property acquisition and the place where the…

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Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi Unveils Art Exhibition
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Hanoi, Vietnam, September 4, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / As part of its 125th anniversary celebrations, Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, in collaboration with The Muse Artspace, presents “Indochina and After,” an exhibition exploring the continuing evolution of Vietnamese art from the Indochina era to contemporary practice. For 125 years, Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi has stood as…

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Riyadh Air Delivers the World’s First Airline Partnership
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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, September 02, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Riyadh Air (RX), a wholly-owned PIF company, and Saudia (SV) announce the implementation of the first phase of a landmark Strategic Cooperation Agreement. Grounded in a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed in November 2023, this strategic activation represents a collaborative milestone to support the Kingdom’s National…

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Therme Group Announces Strategic Alliance with Marriott International
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Munich, Germany, September 02, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Therme Group, a global leader in large-scale urban wellbeing destinations, today announced a strategic alliance with Marriott International to explore a series of targeted initiatives focused on the future of wellbeing in travel and hospitality. The alignment brings together Therme’s expertise in wellness, longevity, and social experiences…

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Four Bucket-list Wilderness Adventures at Samara Karoo Reserve
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Eastern Cape, South Africa, September 2, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Track wild cheetahs on foot. Sleep beneath a canopy of stars. Walk through Big Five country to a remote fly camp. Discover the ancient healing traditions of the Great Karoo. Set within 67,000 acres of restored wilderness in the Eastern Cape, Samara Karoo Reserve invites…

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