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Best Deal Best Offer at Le Meridien Chiang Rai Resort

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Best Deal Best Offer at Le Meridien Chiang Rai Resort - TRAVELINDEXChiang Rai is calling with the best promotion of the year!

Buy 01 Get 01 Free! Rate starts from THB 4,200++ including breakfast for 02 persons in Deluxe Garden View room with 02 choices of:

  • Stay 01 night Get 01 night free (01 room 02 consecutive nights) OR
  • Stay 01 room Get 01 room free (02 rooms 01 night)

Booking period 22 – 31 May 2023 and stay from 22 May – 31 July 2023

For more information or reservation, please call: 053-603-333

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Holiday Inn & Suites Siracha Laemchabang Celebrating Exquisite Culinary Delights

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Holiday Inn & Suites Siracha Laemchabang Celebrating Exquisite Culinary Delights - TRAVELINDEXHoliday Inn and Suites Siracha Laemchabang in Siracha part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announced its latest hotel specials to welcome both domestic and foreign visitors to Siracha, one of Thailand’s most tempting cities on the country’s Eastern Coast, emphasizing its own culinary offerings as well as destination attractions.

6.6 SPECIAL (BUY ONE, GET ONE)

From 6 – 30 June 2023, guests who secure a standard room at the exclusive rate of THB 2,666 net are rewarded with an additional night at no cost. Furthermore, they have the opportunity to select one bonus perk from six enticing options: a room upgrade (for standard rooms only), a one-time afternoon tea for two, a one-time FB credit of THB 666, a complimentary lunch or dinner (selected items only, valid once), or an hour of free-flowing wine for two at The Hub or Level 8.

CELEBRATE WITH PRIDE

Between 1 – 30 June 2023, a standard room can be reserved for THB 3,800 net, which includes breakfast for two, plus two tickets to the renowned Tiffany’s Show Pattaya, and two PRIDE welcome drinks at The Hub Bar & Deli. This package requires bookings to be made a minimum of three days in advance.

SWING & STAY

The Swing & Stay package, available during 1 – 31 December 2023, allows guests to enjoy a weekday or weekend golf getaway. The weekday package is priced at THB 3,350 net, and the weekend package is offered at THB 4,050 net. Both options include a breakfast box and golf fees at the Bang Pra Golf courses. Reservations should be made a minimum of three days in advance.

SICHANG GETAWAY

For the rate of THB 2,900, guests can reserve a one-bedroom suite during 1 – 31 December 2023, inclusive of breakfast for two, Sichang SkyLab tickets, and transportation via the hotel van. A three-day advance booking is required for this offer.

TEMPLE RETREAT

During 1 – 31 December 2023, the Temple Retreat invites guests to reserve a one-bedroom suite for just THB 2,500 net. This package includes breakfast for two and a day trip, with hotel van transportation, to the revered Viharnra Thep Satit Phra Kiti Charoem (Naja Temple). A three-day advance booking is required.

STAY & DINE

The Stay & Dine package, starting from THB 3,143 net per room per night for single occupancy in a standard room, treats guests to a luxurious stay at the Holiday Inn & Suites Siracha Laemchabang. The package includes an array of perks such as daily breakfast, a choice between a Khaotom buffet or a seafood/international buffet, IHG One Rewards points, Wi-Fi, fitness facilities, a sauna, and a private onsen. Additional terms and conditions may apply.

STAY LONGER AND SAVE

The Stay Longer and Save package, starting from THB 3,100 net per room per night in a standard room, offers guests savings of up to 15% for stays of three nights or more at the Holiday Inn & Suites Siracha Laemchabang. This package includes daily breakfast, Wi-Fi, a 20% discount on food and beverages, IHG One Rewards points, access to fitness facilities, a sauna, and a private onsen. As with all packages, other terms and conditions may apply.

Featuring an all-day dining restaurant serving options from authentic Thai to international cuisine, lobby bar with a delicatessen concept and poolside bar and snack menu and of course families can make the most of the Holiday Inn signature ‘Kids Eat & Stay Free’ programme plus the hotel’s iconic 25 meters lap pool, sauna, private onsen at its fitness club, guests can unwind on a staycation trip or just relax after a busy day at work at this 347 rooms Holiday Inn & Suites Siracha Laemchabang.

For more information and reservations, please visit , call 033 251 699

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Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel Opens on Amalfi Coast

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Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel Opens on Amalfi Coast - TRAVELINDEX - TOP25HOTELS.comAmalfi Coast, Italy, May 25, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Anantara Hotels announces further strides into Italy with the opening of Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel, the second Anantara in Italy.

Nestled high above the town of Amalfi on Italy’s alluring Amalfi Coast, Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel, is set in a restored 13th-century cliffside Capuchin convent. The 800 year old building underwent a thoughtful renovation to carefully preserve historic features including ornate cloisters and an on-site Baroque church complete with a marble altar and Majolica floor.

With each of the 52 guest rooms and suites elegantly renovated to preserve original elements, the creation of elevated dining concepts and a world class Anantara Spa, all with panoramic views of the Mediterranean, Anantara Amalfi is a jewel on the iconic coast line. The interior design takes its cues from the convent and the simple, artisanal lives of its original inhabitants with materials sourced from nature, blended with the luxurious details for which Anantara is known.

Dining is a celebration of the region with offerings carefully curated by renowned Italian masters. Executive Chef Claudio Lanuto introduces a convento kitchen concept in which fresh seasonal ingredients grown in the convent garden star in a-la-carte, monk-inspired dishes and sensory tasting menus. An internationally renowned pizza master and ambassador of traditional Neapolitan pizza, Gino Sorbillo, invites diners to savour the flavours of Campania region at a new al fresco gourmet pizzeria.

Emphasising its dedication to destination, Anantara offers unique experiences spanning culture, nature, gastronomy and beyond, guided by local gurus including one of the only remaining Franciscan Friars in the region.

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Thailand Promotes Gastronomy Tourism with Hidden Dishes

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Thailand Promotes Gastronomy Tourism with Hidden Dishes - TRAVELINDEX - TOP25RESTAURANTS.comBangkok, Thailand, May 24, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is promoting ‘Thailand’s Hidden Dishes’ in the five regions of Thailand – Central, Eastern, Northern, Northeastern, Southern, and Regions – to leverage gastronomy tourism as a delightful way for Thai and foreign tourists to explore the diversity of Thai food.

TAT is hoping that “hidden dishes” from the country’s five regions will inspire tourists to embark on a culinary journey to explore Thailand and spark a new trend, gastronomy tourism in the Kingdom.

Mr. Chattan Kunjara Na Ayudhya, TAT Deputy Governor for Marketing Communications, said “The promotion of ‘Thailand’s Hidden Dishes’ forms part of the TAT’s ongoing strategy to elevate Thailand’s status as a world-class gastronomy tourism destination, and to increase awareness on the diversity of Thailand’s local food culture. Through this initiative, five lesser-known specialty foods have been identified to entice the palate and inspire tourists to explore new culinary experiences and engage in the local community in Thailand. This is also in line with our direction of Visit Thailand Year 2023: Amazing New Chapters that encourage travellers to find meaningful travel experiences in Thailand.”

The five ‘Thailand’s Hidden Dishes’ represent some of the lesser-known specialty foods that normally are available only when travelling to the destination. Tourists will be inspired to combine the experience of local dishes with exploration of attractions and things to do in Phetchaburi, Trat, Chiang Rai, Khon Kaen, and Phatthalung.

Representing the Central Region is Phetchaburi’s Kaeng Hua Nod (also known as Kaeng Hua Tan) or Toddy Palm Curry. Phetchaburi, which has been honoured with the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) title in the field of Gastronomy, is synonymous with several local specialty foods. The province is known to produce high-quality sea salt and key limes, palm sugar, rose apples, pineapples, and bananas among other items.

Trat in the Eastern Region is known for its marine aquaculture of Pla Yum Sawat (coral grouper, or coral trout), making it the economic fish of the province and a local specialty food. The fish is tasty and can be made into several delicious menus, including Tom Yum (spicy soup) and Sashimi.

In Northern Thailand, one of Chiang Rai’s local specialty foods is Moo Phat Raak Suu (stir-fried pork with the roots of hooker chives or garlic chives), representing an ethnic-Thai dish influenced by Yunnan cuisine. As well as stir frying with pork, the chives’ roots – known for its medicinal benefits and essential nutrients – are also key ingredients of several other local dishes.

In Northeastern Thailand (or Isan), Khon Kaen’s Au Pla (spicy and salty freshwater-fish curry) showcases the flavourful and distinctive Thai-Isan food culture. Isan has many rivers, where freshwater fish are in abundance, thus many local dishes use freshwater fish as key ingredients. Khon Kaen is among the four Isan provinces – others being Nakhon Ratchasima, Ubon Ratchathani, and Udon Thani – featured in the MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2023. Travelindex announced the imminent launch of it’s TOP25 Restaurants Thailand covering all Thai regions and cities and with a special section dedicated to “Thailand’s Hidden Dishes” from all provinces.

Phatthalung’s most popular local specialty foods include Kaeng Nam Khoei Yod Waai (coconut-based curry with shrimp or fish paste sauce and rattan shoots). Southern Thailand is known for using Nam Khoei (shrimp or fish paste sauce) as seasoning rather than Nam Pla (fish sauce). In Phatthalung, the use of Yod Waai or rattan shoots – known for its medicinal benefits and are abundance in the province, makes it a local specialty dish.

In April 2023, TAT has worked with popular travel pages on Facebook – Chinotoshare, Koendanai, Sneakout, Pai Ngai Ma Ngai, and Pai Ka Pai – to create awareness on the five Thailand’s Hidden Dishes among Thai tourists. The exposure achieved over 1 million reach and was expected to help distribute about 100 million Baht in food and tourism spending to the local economy. Activities in the pipeline include fam trips for international KOLs to boost awareness among foreign tourists.

“Through the promotion of the Thailand’s Hidden Dishes initiative, TAT also aims to encourage local restaurants and eateries to include local specialty foods in the menus to cater to growing demands from tourists in search of new culinary experiences,” Mr. Chattan concluded.

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UNWTO Leads Rethink of Tourism Communications

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UNWTO Leads Rethink of Tourism Communications - TRAVELINDEXPunta Cana, Dominican Republic, May 26, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / “Put people front and centre!” was the core message as UNWTO brought together global branding experts, journalists and content creators to rethink narratives around tourism communications.

Against the backdrop of the 118th session of its Executive Council in Punta Cana, UNWTO hosted a special Thematic Session. Alongside assessing the evolution of tourism communications, the Session saw leading experts explore current and future opportunities for more effectively portraying tourism as an essential driver of development, both in traditional media and on content platforms. With numerous, new and current, media projects, Travelindex Group is at the forefront on the efforts to rethink tourism communication.

UNWTO is working to build a new narrative around tourism as a force for development and transformation

“New Narratives in Tourism”

With tourism high on the political agenda like never before, UNWTO is leading the shift in tourism communications, with a greater focus on the sector’s unique power as a driver of development and opportunity. Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili said: “We have made huge progress over the past few years in making tourism’s relevance more visible and more appreciated, by governments and by tourists themselves. But we need to make it even clearer. For this reason, UNWTO is working to build a new narrative around tourism as a force for development and transformation.”

The Thematic Session offered a platform to connect content creators with editors and new media platforms, with UNWTO as the bridge between the two.

Branding and Media Experts Lead the Change

  • Representing the global leader Interbrand, Pedro Zarzalejos, Associate Director, Strategy and Borja Borrero, Executive Director Iberia, EMEA & Latam charted the evolution of branding and analysed how this has impacted the tourism sector.
  • Michael Collins, Founder and Managing of Travel Media gave expert insights into the changing relationship between Destination Management Organizations (DMOs) and editors, journalists and content creators.

Instagram and Meta: Keeping Content Relevant

UNWTO first partnered with Instagram in 2021, firstly to help lead recovery from the impacts of the pandemic and then to empower destinations to embrace digital storytelling. In Punta Cana:

  • From Instagram, Ernest Voyard, Director of Public Policy, noted how creators are increasingly moving beyond aspirational travel-related content and instead focusing on issues around sustainability and full immersion in destinations.
  • From Meta, Sharon Yang, Director of External Affairs, noted how the platform has seen a shift towards creators providing informative tourism and travel-related content, again moving away from more aspirational images and films.

Tourism on the Agenda: The Case of Dominican Republic

Leading journalists and editors from the Dominican Republic assessed how to place tourism on the editorial agenda at every level.

  • Leading the discussion were Director of Diario Libre, Inés Aizpún, Director of El Día José Monegro, and the Ambassador of the permanent mission of Dominican Republic to UNWTO Aníbal de Castro
  • The panel highlighted the importance of diversifying the main messaging, with a focus on everything from film and TV tourism to gastronomy tourism

Content Creators: Raising Awareness

To round out the session, UNWTO welcomed leading content creators to give their expert insights into changing trends in tourism-related content: Instagram Creators Chloé Léger and Marion Payr, provided their experiences from the Dominican Republic from the point-of-view of tourism and travel-creators. They noted:

  • A growing interest in content linking tourism with issues including women’s empowerment, community development and wildlife conservation.
  • An opportunity for creators to influence the travel choices and behaviours of tourists, in particular in influencing younger consumers to travel more responsibly and ethically

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WASN’T THAT A PARTY!: San Antonio shines at IPW

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From a boat-float parade along its famous River Walk to a closing night gala at The Alamo, delegates will long remember this year’s IPW in San Antonio as US travel officially emerged from the pandemic.

More than 5,000 attendees from 60 nations, including over 100 travel buyers, agents, and media from Canada helped the annual travel trade show return to pre pandemic levels.

Indeed, Canada, along with Mexico boasted registrations close to 35% above 2019 levels.

And those who attended experienced one of the most memorable conferences of recent years, with one Canadian delegate issuing the ultimate compliment: “the vibe reminds me of New Orleans.”

More than just a trade conference, IPW is a showcase for its host city, and colourful San Antonio pulled out all the stops, including the second-night “Festival Del Rio” boat parade, which is usually reserved for Christmas and Fiesta, along the amazing River Walk.

Discover America Canada hosted its annual pre- opening night reception for Canadian delegates, sponsored by Los Angeles Tourism (the site of next year’s IPW)

Media, including Travel Industry Today, were treated to the customary press breakfast at the impressive Witte Museum, home to an extensive T.rex exhibit that stars a “Canadian” inhabitant, Scotty.

Other highlights included opening night gala at La Villita historic arts village, featuring outdoor pavilions representing the city’s cultural diversity, though mostly 65% Mexican population roots, and a special presentation of the spectacular nightly sound and light show “The Saga” on the facade of the San Fernando cathedral.

And, of course, the finale at The Alamo, providing attendees the first glimpse of the iconic attraction’s new Palisade exhibit, a newly constructed representation of the Spanish mission’s fence-like fortification, completed that day just in time for the party, and part of an ongoing US$400 enhancement and expansion of the UNESCO site.

At the trade show, luncheon events featured performances by The Counting Crows, country start Dierks Bentley, and the always anticipated annual NYC Tourism-sponsored Broadway extravaganza, which presents live performances with original actors from the latest shows – this year featuring MJ (Michael Jackson), Moulin Rouge!, A Beautiful Noise, & Juliet, Once Upon a One More Time (Britney Spears), and Back to the Future, all courtesy of Broadway Inbound.

Broadway’s ‘Back to the Future’

With IPW returning for the first time to pre pandemic attendance numbers, US Travel president and CEO Geoff Freeman declared of the 54th annual event: “This show is better than ever – the energy, the enthusiasm. This is fantastic! It’s so great to see the history, the culture, and the soul that makes San Antonio so special.”

Visit San Antonio CEO Mark Anderson hailed the event as representative of the return of international travel to the US and also as a “historic moment” for the first-time host city – and first Texas location since Dallas in 2000.

“At this year’s IPW, there is one item I hope you will remember,” he told delegates. “That San Antonio is a hidden gem among the world’s most majestic locations and that it is growing and evolving faster than any city in the United States of America.

“Our city is over 300 years old, but with an intentionally preserved history that embodies some of America’s most historical landmarks, including 17th century Spanish missions,” he continued, while also noting that the city has been named a UNESCO City of Gastronomy (one of two in the US).

And it is, he maintained, a city where the “spirit of Fiesta” is celebrated year-round.

If IPW was any indication, Anderson is not wrong.

 

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SANDALS BEGINS NEW CHAPTER AT DUNN’S RIVER

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The all-new Sandals Dunn’s River has opened to guests as the 17th resort in the Sandals Resorts portfolio. Having debuted over 30 years ago, the 260-room Ocho Rios property is “utterly transformed” – except for the stunning stretch of white sand beach it inhabits.

On a site originally handpicked by Sandals Resorts International founder the late Gordon ‘Butch’ Stewart, the new-look all-inclusive resort features fresh culinary concepts and elevated suite designs – including the introduction of Jamaica’s first SkyPool suites – and retains its deeply personal connection to its alluring setting on the island’s north coast.

The all-new Sandals Dunn’s River has opened to guests as the 17th resort in the Sandals Resorts portfolio. Having debuted over 30 years ago, the 260-room Ocho Rios property is “utterly transformed” – except for the stunning stretch of white sand beach it inhabits.

On a site originally handpicked by Sandals Resorts International founder the late Gordon ‘Butch’ Stewart, the new-look all-inclusive resort features fresh culinary concepts and elevated suite designs – including the introduction of Jamaica’s first SkyPool suites – and retains its deeply personal connection to its alluring setting on the island’s north coast.

“Ocho Rios has been the backdrop of some of my family’s most pivotal moments, including along this very beach where my father grew up and turned a perhaps once unimaginable dream into one of the world’s most well-known hotel brands,” said Adam Stewart, Executive Chairman of Sandals Resorts International (SRI) at the opening, adding, “Today, we celebrate innovation and a commitment to excellence as we unveil the next generation of Sandals Resorts in our home country of Jamaica. I cannot think of a better way to honour his legacy and acknowledge the incredible future of our brand than to welcome our very first guests to Sandals Dunn’s River. It’s great to have you home.”

The resort has been designed to reflect its Jamaican roots by embracing the essence of the destination’s rivers, lush forests, and majestic banyan trees. The source of the water that flows through Sandals Dunn’s River is from the natural reserves of the Dunn’s River Falls, from the lobby waterfalls to the cascading pools of the Red Lane Spa.

Guests will also experience the debut of the brand’s first-ever signature fragrance, which greets guests upon arrival to the open-air lobby.

Accommodations

Coyaba Sky Swim-up Rondoval Butler Suites

Sandals “Firsts” on resort include Tufa Terrace SkyPool Butler Suites, a first in Jamaica with glass panel edge infinity pools spanning the length of balconies flanked by views of the Caribbean Sea.

Guests checking in to Coyaba Sky Swim-up Rondoval Butler Suites with Private Pools will find Sandals’ standalone circular villas have been thoughtfully reimagined with vast open-air rooftops from where to bask under the Ocho Rios sun and stars.

Luxurious Mammee Bay Beachfront Butler Suites feature expansive balconies that overlook the sea with privileged sunset views, and Travertine Beachfront Club Level Rooms are named after the well-known Dunn’s River Falls’ giant, natural limestone steps.

Culinary

Dunn’s Rum Club

The connection to Jamaica continues at BLUM, one of 12 new culinary concepts, while a quaint coffee outpost offers a first-of-its-kind coffee drinking experience with 25-cup cold drip towers, nitro cold brew on tap, and Modbar pour-over units.

Dunn’s Rum Club features the largest selection of rum on the island of Jamaica and any other Sandals Resort, celebrating the quintessential spirit by merging together storytelling with curated, cleverly named rum flights.

Meanwhile, the swank Lapidus Lounge pays homage to Morris Lapidus, the famed architect who designed the site’s first resort – the Arawak Hotel, and whose joyful designs epitomized 1960s Caribbean chic.

Other options include the Laughing Waters Beach Bar, Jerk Shack, plus a variety of restaurants ranging from sushi to Latin American, French and Italian.

Activities

Luxury-included option include complimentary green fees at the nearby and newly refurbished Sandals Upton Estate Golf & Country Club, diving, rafting the Martha Brae River, and nearby Sandals Dunn’s River/Falls.

“Building extraordinary resorts that make it easy for our guests to authentically experience our home countries and the people that bring these incredible places to life, is the work of Sandals Resorts,” says Stewart. “The Caribbean is wide and diverse and brimming with flavour, and fun. There is so much to discover here and we want to bring our guests closer to it all.”

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CALIFORNIA DREAMIN’ PART 2

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Last week we looked at a host of SoCal destinations – some familiar, some less so – whose delegates attended the recent visit California sales mission in Niagara on the Lake, having put the insiders on the spot to tell us one thing they wished a Canadian knew about their region. Here’s Part 2, covering the middle and northern parts of the Golden State (starting north of Los Angeles).

SANTA BARBARA

Known as the “American Riviera,” walkable Santa Barbara is known for its Latin flavour, including red-roofed Spanish revival architecture, eclectic food and wine scene (including 15 Michelin starred restaurants), ocean, mountains, and as a perfect pairing with Los Angeles 90 minutes south, says Karna Hughes. “It’s a place to retreat and relax after the big city,” she says. Trains run from LA.

VENTURA

They’re still singing America’s 1972 hit ‘Ventura Highway” in this California town. “We’re one of the last quintessential California experiences!” says Julie Madsen. With clear, uncrowded beaches (perfect for surfing), Madsen recommends that Canadians “do the LA thing, then you come to Ventura and all that washes away.” About 90 minutes north of LA, it’s also the gateway to the ecologically amazing Channel Islands for a day trip.

YNEZ VALLEY

Two hours north of LA and four hours south of San Francisco, “Yennez” Valley is comprised of six districts that encapsulate “everything California has to offer, with wide open spaces and no traffic,” says tourist board president and CEO Shelby Sim. Exuding a classic Americana feel (mostly), communities include Santa Ynez (cowboy/horses), Los Olivos (wine), Los Alamos (hipster), Buellton (petrol), and the unique Solvang, dubbed the “Danish Capital of America,” complete with a windmill.

MONTEREY

“If you go to San Francisco, you have to go to Monterey,” says Emily Evans. Situated on the famous bay (and known for its aquarium and wildlife), there is also golf (notably Pebble Beach), wine, the ghost of John Steinbeck, plus scenic Carmel and Big Sur nearby. But what visitors may not know is the world class culinary scene that hit new heights during pandemic as many chefs (including Michelin stars) moved into the community to take advantage of the bounty of the sea and abundant produce (including wonderful artichokes befitting the region’s status as “artichoke capital of the world.”)

SANTA CRUZ COUNTY

Christina Glynn says her region is “open for business” after recent floods and fire. And Canadians, who can fly into nearby San Francisco or San Jose directly, will find “a lot to explore in a small amount of space,” ranging from a historic seaside amusement park (with central roller coaster) and the largest contiguous strand of Redwood trees in the world at Henry Cowell State Park.

NAPA VALLEY

Naturally, visitors are drawn by the world-famous wine, but don’t discount Napa’s music scene, says Sarah Gillihan. Live music can be found at local venues, events such as the Summer Series, and jazz and even classical music fests – and of course at some of the wineries. Not into music there’s also hiking, biking, kayaking, birding/wildlife and more. “I don’t think people expect that they can have a non- alcoholic visit,” says Gillihan.

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PATA Invites Face of the Future 2023

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PATA Invites Face of the Future 2023 - TRAVELINDEXBangkok, Thailand, May 23, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is now accepting submissions for the PATA Face of the Future 2023. The deadline for submissions is July 15, 2023.

PATA is a not-for-profit membership association that acts as a catalyst for the responsible development of travel and tourism to, from and within the Asia Pacific region. As part of its activities, the Association is dedicated to human capital development (HCD) across the travel and tourism industry value chain. The primary focus of the Association’s HCD programme is the development of future leaders in the tourism industry.

To highlight PATA’s commitment to HCD, the Association presents a special award and prize to an exceptional ‘rising star’ in the industry. All recipients of this prestigious award have exhibited initiative and leadership in the advancement of tourism as well as demonstrating commitment to the sustainable development of the Asia Pacific travel industry in line with PATA’s mission.

The PATA Face of the Future 2023 will be recognized as the PATA Face of the Future 2023 at PATA Travel Mart 2023 in New Delhi, India.

Other benefits include:
– Full sponsorship for participation at PATA Travel Mart 2023 (air ticket, accommodation, and event registration).
– A speaking opportunity at the PATA Youth Symposium during the PATA Travel Mart 2023 to share your story about your passion and journey to success (may be replaced with a Virtual PATA Youth Symposium).
– Opportunities to speak at other PATA events or partner events on behalf of PATA.
– Global media exposure via PATA’s far-reaching communication channels.
– Opportunity to build their profile as a mentor for the PATA Youth Mentorship Programme to help develop young tourism professional students in the region via speaking and mentoring opportunities at PATA Youth webinars and other youth events.
– One blog post on the PATA Blog to share their passion and journey to success.
– Seat on the PATA Board to represent the PATA youth community.

PATA Chair Peter Semone said, “Through the PATA Face of the Future award we are able to identify young people making a meaningful contribution to the sustainable development of the travel and tourism industry across the Pacific and Asia Region. As an invited speaker at PATA events and a member of the PATA Board, the winner serves as the voice of young tourism professionals and the future of tourism. PATA is committed to engaging youth; and together co-creating a sustainable tourism future.”

For information about how to enter, eligibility, and judging criteria, please visit www.pata.org/pata-face-of-the-future or email PATA Youth Ambassador, Mr Nick Chun at fof@PATA.org.

PATA Travel Mart (PTM) is Asia Pacific’s international travel trade exhibition featuring unparalleled networking and contracting opportunities to help travel and tourism organisations access decision makers, meet new clients, expand their networks, establish new relationships and consolidate existing business partnerships. This year’s event is generously hosted by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India and consists of the Travel Mart, PTM Forums, PTM Talks and the PATA Youth Symposium.

More information about the event can be found at www.pata.org/pata-travel-mart-2023.

About PATA
Founded in 1951, the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is a not-for-profit membership association that acts as a catalyst for the responsible development of travel and tourism to, from and within the Asia Pacific region. The Association provides aligned advocacy, insightful research and innovative events to its member organisations, which includes government, state and city tourism bodies; international airlines and airports; hospitality organisations, and educational institutions, as well as thousands of young tourism professional (YTP) members across the world. The PATA network also embraces the grassroots activism of the PATA Chapters and Student Chapters, who organise numerous travel industry training programmes and business development events across the world. Thousands of travel professionals belong to the 32 local PATA Chapters worldwide, while hundreds of students are members of the 28 PATA Student Chapters globally. The PATAmPOWER platform delivers unrivalled data, forecasts and insights from the PATA Strategic Intelligence Centre to members’ desktops and mobile devices anywhere in the world. PATA’s Head Office has been in Bangkok since 1998. The Association also has official offices or representation in Beijing and London.

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Siam Adventure Club Pioneers New Era of Family Travel in Thailand

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Siam Adventure Club Pioneers New Era of Family Travel in Thailand - TRAVELINDEX - VISITTHAILAND.netBangkok, Thailand, May 22, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Fun-filled children’s centres reveal expansion strategy, including immersive new recreational and eco-sensitive experiences for all ages, from tots to teens. Destination Group, the leading owner and operator of leisure resorts and attractions in Thailand, has announced plans to raise the bar for family travel experience in Thailand – and across Asia – with the launch of a new experiential and sustainable guest concept at Siam Adventure Club, its vibrant family activity centres.

Currently available at four internationally-branded resorts – Radisson Phuket Resort & Suites, Radisson Hua Hin Resort & Spa, Holiday Inn Phuket Surin Beach, and Holiday Inn Phuket Karon Beach (with more to follow!) – Siam Adventure Club immerses kids in a world of fun with carefully crafted itineraries, while ensuring stress-free holidays for parents.

Ideal for children of all ages, from tots to teens, each Siam Adventure Club comprises an amazing array of activities and amenities. Led by Elfie and Eloise, the friendly elephant mascots, these centres are the heart and soul of their resort, with themed events, parties, sports, games, excursions, merchandise and much more.

As families now flock back to Thailand, Siam Adventure Club has revealed an exciting pipeline of plans for the future, with a focus on uplifting experiences. Fresh activities will focus on sustainability and community interaction, as well as live entertainment and new opportunities to embrace state-of-the-art technology, such as virtual reality and AI.

Guests can look forward to making a splash at the Mini Sharks swimming school, which is scheduled to launch ahead of the upcoming high season. Other new-look zones including Kids’ World, Arcade Galaxy, Hangout, Movie World and Champions Sports Bar are also awaiting every family with various types of fun and will surely create lifetime memories for everyone.

Partnerships with responsible partners such as elephant sanctuaries also enable families to head out into their destination, enjoy sustainable experiences and make lifelong memories. Launching this summer, this environmental concept will capture the imagination of today’s generation of eco-conscious youngsters. Dedicated events will also support local community projects through the group’s Destination Kids foundation.

Every aspect of Siam Adventure Club is being overseen by professionally-trained team members. New local, expat and international team members are being recruited and trained through unique multi-level employee training system to deliver and create outstanding guest journeys – like a cruise ship-style experience on land.

Looking ahead, new Siam Adventure Clubs will be launched in the popular Thai resorts of Pattaya and Khao Lak, and the first international Siam Adventure Club is being planned in Bali, Indonesia.

“In today’s hospitality industry, guests no longer seek just a comfortable bed or a lavish room; they crave unforgettable moments and experiences that create lasting memories. At Siam Adventure Club, we create an immersive journey full of fun, where each touchpoint becomes a cherished memory,” said Gary Dowson, Director of Fun at Destination Group.

For more information about Destination Group, please visit destination-group.com.

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First published at TravelNewsHub.com – Global Travel News