2021, All LMR, Mekong Heroes, News, People, Press Release, Sustainability, Tourism
Nominations for 2021 Mekong Hero open
Former Ministers of Tourism from Thailand and Myanmar to co-chair Selection CommitteeBangkok, February 8, 2021: The ‘Mekong Heroes’ program (www.MekongHeroes.com), which was launched in 2020, initiated by the Mekong Tourism…
2021, All LMR, MIST, News, Press Release, Startup, Sustainability
The MIST program evolves from “Mekong Innovative Startups in Tourism” to “Mekong Innovations in Sustainable Tourism”.
MIST program aims to expedite tourism industry growth, create an ecosystem that inspires innovation, and promote sustainability in tourismBangkok December 20, 2020: The Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office (MTCO) (www.MekongTourism.org) as…
All LMR, Country, COVID-19 Innovations, News, Programs, Startup, Sustainability, Tourism, Travel
ADB Hackathon Seeks Pitches for Digital Solutions to Spur Travel
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is seeking pitches for a hackathon on the best digital solutions that can kick-start travel in Southeast Asia in the wake of the coronavirus disease…
All LMR, Country, COVID-19 Innovations, News, Programs, Sustainability, Tourism, Travel
Khiri Travel To Go Carbon Neutral From January 2021
Khiri introduces comprehensive offsetting program with ClimateCare and new low emissions ‘slow travel’ holiday options Asian DMC Khiri Travel is on its way to becoming fully carbon neutral. As part of its…
All LMR, Country, COVID-19 Innovations, Hospitality, News, Outside LMR, Programs, Sustainability
How Marriott International is leading the way in sustainable hospitality
Tired of all the industry lip service to sustainability, Anne Lim-Chaplain travels all the way to Bangkok to check out Marriott International’s hotels, which are truly making a difference. “I’m…
Academia, All LMR, News, Non-profit, Press Release, Tourism
Mekong Tourism & SUNx Malta Announce Scholarships for Climate Friendly Travel
Supporting Students & Professionals From The Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) countries – Cambodia, the People’s Republic of China, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Thailand, and Viet Nam. Bangkok, September 22, 2020: Thanks…
All LMR, Government, Hospitality, Press Release, Sustainability, Tourism
Virtual Destination Mekong Summit provides actionable insights for travel and tourism industry during COVID-19
PRESS RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTIONDESTINATION MEKONG SUMMITVirtual Destination Mekong Summit provides actionable insights for travel and tourism industry during COVID-19Session videos now available online to watch for freeBangkok, September 8, 2020:…
All LMR, Experience Mekong Collection, Featured, News, Press Release, Sustainability, Tourism, Travel
Winners of the 2020 Experience Mekong Showcases announced
Bangkok, August 28, 2020: The Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office announced the 6 Winners of the 2020 Experience Mekong Showcases. From 60 shortlisted businesses of the over 350 Experience Mekong Collection…
All LMR, News, Press Release, Tourism, Travel
Virtual Destination Mekong Summit to offer recommendations and insights for travel businesses during COVID-19 to prepare for a balanced tourism recovery
The Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office is hosting a half-day Virtual Destination Mekong Summit, organized by public-private partnership Destination Mekong, with sponsorship of UNWTO Affiliate Member Chameleon Strategies, under the theme…
All LMR, Aviation, Country, Food & Beverages, Government, Hospitality, News, Tourism
THE 4TH INFO-GRAPH OF THE COVID-19 TRAVEL SITUATION IN THE MEKONG REGION AS OF JULY 13, 2020
The 4th Info-graph of the COVID-19 Travel Situation in the Mekong Region as of July 13, 2020, giving a brief summary of travel restrictions in Cambodia, PR China, Lao PDR,…