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Minister of Tourism Calls for Innovation, Resilience, and Connection to Navigate Global Poly-Crisis
Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett yesterday delivered a wide-ranging address at a high-level panel discussion on poly-crisis and its impact on the global tourism industry, underscoring both the profound vulnerabilities and remarkable resilience of tourism as the world’s most important economic activity.
Booking without headaches - safety and hospitality for the LGBTQ+-community
When Karl Krause books a hotel with his husband Dan Colijn, it raises many questions. How will the couple be received? Will they get odd looks? Will they get the double bed they want? Together, the founders of the award-winning travel blog Couple of Men travel the world. The uncertainty of whether they are really welcome at their hotel always travels with them, said Karl Krause, speaking at the panel discussion entitled "Travel Proud - Making Travel Truly Inclusive" at the LGBTQ+ pavilion at ITB Berlin.
British Holidaymakers Turn Away from 40°C Mediterranean Summers in Search of Cooler Escapes
With parts of southern Europe repeatedly exceeding 40°C in recent summers, extreme heat has become a structural feature of Mediterranean travel. In response, British travellers are increasingly turning to Alpine alternatives to offer a more predictable and restorative climate.
Fukuoka City - Japan's Epicentre for 'Slomadism' in 2026
Fukuoka City is gaining attention as Japan's most attractive destination for 'slomads' as the digital nomad community slows down and looks for places to stay put for a few months rather than a few weeks. Fukuoka was the first city in Japan to introduce the Startup Visa (in 2015), an initiative allowing foreign nationals to live in the city long-term while launching businesses or working as freelancers. Numerous digital nomads have been drawn to the 'startup hub of Asia'* by its urban convenience, noted food scene, access to nearby nature, mountains and beaches, affordable living costs and diverse network of coworking spaces and communities. These are some of Fukuoka City's unique spots designed to support this dynamic community.
SUNRATE and Repayd Join Hands to Power Global Payments
SUNRATE, the global payment and treasury management platform, today announced a strategic partnership with Repayd, the specialist travel merchant account provider, at ITB Berlin 2026, the world's largest travel trade show. The collaboration brings together SUNRATE's global payment infrastructure and treasury capabilities with Repayd's specialist expertise in travel payments to support the complex payment needs of international travel businesses.
Omio Group breaks boundaries, accelerating product innovation and market expansion
At ITB Berlin 2026, the Omio Group outlined the next phase of its evolution as the leading global multimodal travel platform, levelling up across two fronts: transformative technology innovation and global audience scale. By integrating travel discovery, booking, and partner distribution into a single connected ecosystem, the Omio Group is positioned to redefine and elevate the end-to-end travel experience.
Landmark Census Confirms 426 Chimpanzees in Uganda’s Bwindi
The 2025 Bwindi Chimpanzee Census has confirmed the presence of an estimated 426 chimpanzees widely distributed across Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, marking what officials describe as a major milestone in strengthening evidence based conservation in one of Africa’s most important protected landscapes.
Indonesia Promotes #GoBeyondOrdinary at ITB Berlin 2026
Indonesia, through the Ministry of Tourism, is promoting #GoBeyondOrdinary campaign as part of the Wonderful Indonesia participation at ITB Berlin 2026, the world's largest and most prestigious business-to-business (B2B) tourism exhibition.
US$12.5 trillion in Travel & Tourism Investment Drive to Shape G20 Competitiveness through 2035
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today reveals that US$12.5 trillion in projected Travel & Tourism investment across major economies will play a decisive role in shaping competitiveness and economic growth through to 2035.
Martinique Highlights Airlift Momentum and Market Growth at South Florida Travel & Adventure Show
The Martinique Tourism Authority highlighted strong demand from the U.S. market while engaging in discussions to further enhance air connectivity during the inaugural South Florida Travel & Adventure Show in Fort Lauderdale last weekend.
ITB Berlin Morning Briefing
The ITB Berlin Morning Briefing is a daily AI-powered podcast for ITB Berlin 2026 that provides a compact morning update for attendees and the press. It delivers key news, insights, and important information about what is happening at the trade fair each day. The briefing also highlights anniversary events taking place across the fairgrounds, shares updates from ITB News & Insights, and previews the main events and highlights scheduled for the day, helping listeners stay informed and prepared for the day ahead.
Egypt named as Premier Partner for WTM London 2026
World Travel Market (WTM) London, the world’s most influential travel event, has announced the Egyptian Tourism Authority as its Premier Partner for 2026.