Cambodia, 2024-Jul-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Cardamom Tented Camp ecolodge in Cambodia has launched its own conservation beer with the tagline, “Your Beer Keeps the Forest Standing”. Profits from the Cardamom Mountains Steam beer, now available at the ecolodge, help fund the conservation work of 16 forest rangers who protect 18,000 hectares (180km2)… Read the full press release
When it opens in September, the Wafaifo Resort in heritage city of Hoi An will offer epigenetic testing, hyperbaric chambers, sleep technology and infrared saunas as part of its comprehensive wellness offering for tourists HOI AN, VIETNAM, 2024-Jun-27 — /Travel PR News/ — The new Wafaifo Resort Hoi An in Vietnam, which opens 1… Read the full press release
Experts convened by PATA also show that digitalisation, localisation, seamless travel payments and tourism aligned to values are redefining the new Asia Pacific tourism landscape Bangkok, 2024-Jun-13 — /Travel PR News/ — New consumer preferences and habits have emerged in the first half of 2024 in an Asia Pacific tourism sector which is recovering from… Read the full press release
Two original pre-independence steam locomotives have been lovingly restored to power the Revolution Express, a new heritage tourism experience in central Vietnam that will start in late 2024 or early 2025 DANANG, VIETNAM, 2024-May-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Indochina Rail Tourist Service joint stock company and Wafaifo Optimisers have signed a management agreement for… Read the full press release
The Wafaifo Resort, a 10-minute walk from Hoi An ancient town in central Vietnam, will open its doors on 1 September HOI AN, VIETNAM, 2024-May-9 — /Travel PR News/ — The Wafaifo Hoi An Resort in the ancient heritage capital of Hoi An in central Vietnam will open its doors to guests on 1… Read the full press release
Lijiang, China, 2024-May-6 — /Travel PR News/ — The Mekong Tourism Forum (MTF) 2024, hosted in Lijiang from April 23 to 25, successfully concluded with 270 delegates at both the welcome dinner and the opening ceremony. The forum was honored by the opening speech from H.E. Zhang Zheng, Vice Minister of Culture and Tourism… Read the full press release
New packages and rates from the luxury tented camp in northern Thailand include deals for Songkran water festival in April, the summer holiday period, families, couples and individual travellers (PRESS RELEASE) CHIANG RAI, THAILAND, 2024-Apr-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Visama Mae Chan luxury tented camp in Chiang Rai, northern Thailand, has announced special… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Cardamom Tented Camp, a renowned conservation lodge in Cambodia, has recently become a fellow member of The Long Run, an esteemed international alliance dedicated to sustainable nature-based tourism. By committing to the rigorous standards of a Global Ecosphere Retreat (GER), the camp demonstrates its dedication to conservation, community engagement, and cultural preservation…. Read the full press release
Khiri Reach, the 16-year old charitable arm of Khiri Travel, has joined Wildlife Alliance’s ambitious long-term One Million Tree initiative to reforest illegally cleared land in Cambodia’s Cardamom Mountains (IN SHORT) Khiri Reach, the charitable arm of Khiri Travel, has committed $15,000 to the One Million Tree reforestation project in Cambodia’s Koh Kong and Sihanoukville… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) OUTRIGGER Khao Lak Beach Resort in Thailand has unveiled an elegant and sustainable Christmas tree in its lobby. This innovative Christmas tree is crafted entirely from recycled plastic bottles and adorned with twinkling lights and recycled ornaments. The tree represents the resort’s commitment to sustainability and its global conservation initiative, OUTRIGGER Zone…. Read the full press release
Barefoot luxury reaches new heights at Lonubo – an idyllic private island adjacent to OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort where guests can indulge in the epitome of serenity (IN SHORT) OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort introduces a new level of luxury with the Lonubo private island retreat, located just 200 meters from the resort. Guests can… Read the full press release
Up to 40% off premium resort stays across all of OUTRIGGER’s global beachfront properties and early cyber sale access for DISCOVERY loyalty members (IN SHORT) OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels has launched its 2023 cyber sale, offering up to 40% off resort and hotel rates at its global beachfront properties in locations like the Maldives, Thailand,… Read the full press release
Khiri Reach, the 16-year old charitable arm of Khiri Travel, wins in the Tour Operator-Travel Agent category (IN SHORT) Khiri Reach, the charitable arm of Khiri Travel in Southeast Asia, has been awarded the 2023 Skal Sustainable Tourism Award in the tour operator category. The award recognizes Khiri Reach’s 16 years of community and… Read the full press release
Experience Exquisite Culinary Delights as Eyck Zimmer Takes Centre Stage at OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru in January 2024 (IN SHORT) Renowned international chef Eyck Zimmer, known for his excellence in haute cuisine, will be making a highly-anticipated return to the Maldives in January 2024. He will curate two exceptional five-course dining experiences at the OUTRIGGER Maldives… Read the full press release
SOUTHEAST ASIA BASED DMC ADDS EXPERIENCES IN “SIGNATURE”, “SELECT”, “WOW!”, “PERSONALITY”, “SUNDOWNER” AND “PICNIC” CATEGORIES (IN SHORT) Khiri Travel, a destination management company based in Southeast Asia, has introduced new travel products across eight countries in the region. These travel experiences are categorized into six groups: Signature, Select, Personality, Sundowner, Picnic, and Wow!, offering… Read the full press release
Value-added Thonglor and Sukhumvit 24 “staycation” offers make an affordable, convenient base for Bangkok visits up to 31 December 2023 BANGKOK, 2023-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Staybridge Suites Bangkok Sukhumvit, in the city’s bustling Sukhumvit 24 area, has released a “Staycation Offer” starting at THB4000++ (THB4,708 net) per night. The rate includes breakfast… Read the full press release
Journalists, investors and stakeholders can sign up for free monthly Vietnam and Indochina-focused insight newsletter and specialist video interviews Vietnam, 2023-Oct-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Central Vietnam based Wafaifo Optimisers are behind a new insight newsletter and video channel dedicated to hospitality, hotel and tourism developments in the region. The co-founders of Wafaifo Resort Hoi… Read the full press release
The fully five-star Visama Mae Chan, which has a charitable purpose and will promote Lanna culture, will soft open 1 November Thailand, 2023-Oct-5 — /Travel PR News/ — The Visama Mae Chan luxury tented camp in the mountains of Chiang Rai, northern Thailand, will open 1 November. The new property, with 10 luxuriously appointed… Read the full press release
Hawaii, 2023-Oct-3 — /Travel PR News/ — OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Geoff Pearson as the new General Manager of OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa on Hawaii Island. In this role, Pearson will assume the responsibility of overseeing the daily operations and management of the resort. His duties will encompass… Read the full press release
Emotional connection, empathy and narrative storytelling in an AI age of declining attention spans dominated debate at the inaugural Global Leaders Summit of the World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage VALENCIA, 2023-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Heritage tourism experts grappled with complex issues of presenting culture and heritage to tourists at an… Read the full press release
BANGKOK, 2023-Sep-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office has unveiled Mekong Voices and Mekong’s Hidden Gems – captivating interviews with local tourism pioneers, and insights into less travelled ‘hidden’ destinations. Both initiatives are hosted on the new MekongTourism.org website. Mekong Voices is a series of Q&A interviews with intrepid travellers,… Read the full press release
At the helm of OHANA Waikiii East by OUTRIGGER is Kiana Beimes and at OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel is Cecilia ‘Ceci’ Hamao HONOLULU, 2023-Sep-18 — /Travel PR News/ — OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels is pleased to announce Kiana Beimes as General Manager of the OHANA Waikiki East by OUTRIGGER and Ceci Hamao as General Manager… Read the full press release
BANGKOK, 2023-Sep-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office has launched the Mekong Tourism internship finder on MekongTourism.org. The initiative is designed to address labour challenges faced by the tourism industry and to be a useful tool for interns seeking entry into tourism. The internship finder is primarily aimed at young people… Read the full press release
Edwin Torres to take the helm of the company’s newest beach resort on the island of Maui HAWAII, 2023-Sep-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Effective immediately, Edwin Torres will lead the beachfront OUTRIGGER Kaanapali Beach Resort, in Maui, Hawaii. As General Manager he will help OUTRIGGER hosts, their families and the community in the aftermath of… Read the full press release
HAWAII, 2023-Sep-1 — /Travel PR News/ — OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels is pleased to announce the addition of Kauai Beach Resort & Spa in Hawaii. Located in the picturesque town of Lihue on the enchanting ‘Garden Island’ of Kauai, the resort is spread across 25 lush acres (10 ha) of beachfront property and showcases 350… Read the full press release
Valencia, 2023-Aug-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Rajan Datar, the award-winning TV broadcaster familiar to BBC UK and BBC World viewers, will MC opening and closing sessions at the inaugural Global Leaders Summit presented by the World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage. The summit in Valencia, 24-25 September, will address issues and opportunities where… Read the full press release
OUTRIGGER adds its footprint to the number one ranked beach in the United States HAWAII, 2023-Jul-28 — /Travel PR News/ — OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels has finalised its acquisition of the iconic Kā‘anapali Beach Hotel, situated on the sands of world-famous Kā‘anapali Beach – recently ranked as the No. 1 beach in the U.S. and… Read the full press release
The two Staybridge Suites properties in Bangkok have announced great value limited period promotional offers for stays longer than seven or 15 days Stay Longer and Save More in Staybridge Suites Bangkok Thonglor BANGKOK, 2023-Jul-28 — /Travel PR News/ — With the Staybridge Suites Bangkok Thonglor “Stay Longer & Save More” package, guests staying… Read the full press release
Asia-based educational programme specialist for young people around the world takes over where GROUND Asia left off BANGKOK, 2023-Jul-14 — /Travel PR News/ — A new specialist ground handler and programme creator for young people around the world travelling with educational institutions has been launched in Asia. Khiri Campus today takes over from its predecessor, GROUND… Read the full press release
Working together for the first time, Andrew Joyce of B&B Ideas Group and Le Ha Hoang of ShapeUs Studio, are creating ambitious food, drink and ambience experiences at the new Wafaifo Resort, Hoi An HOI AN, VIETNAM, 2023-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — A project is underway to redefine preconceived ideas about Vietnamese food, drink… Read the full press release