https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/azerbaijan/ Azerbaijan News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T10:41:39+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/azerbaijan-showcases-tourism-potential-in-dubai-at-atm-2024/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/azerbaijan-showcases-tourism-potential-in-dubai-at-atm-2024/ Azerbaijan’s tourism offerings take center stage at the prestigious Arabian Travel Market 2024 (ATM Dubai 2024), which commenced today. Mon, 06 May 2024 12:55:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mahmoud-el-keiy-takes-the-helm-as-general-manager-at-four-seasons-hotel-bak/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mahmoud-el-keiy-takes-the-helm-as-general-manager-at-four-seasons-hotel-bak/ Mahmoud El Keiy, a seasoned hotelier, has taken over the role of General Manager to lead the team at the 171-room luxury Four Seasons Hotel Baku in the heart of the city Wed, 16 Aug 2023 07:15:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wego-and-azerbaijan-tourism-board-helps-travelers-to-plan-the-perfect-holid/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wego-and-azerbaijan-tourism-board-helps-travelers-to-plan-the-perfect-holid/ Wego, the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), invites travelers to discover Azerbaijan in all seasons. Wed, 19 Jul 2023 05:00:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-hotel-group-opens-its-first-radisson-hotel-in-baku-azerbaijan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-hotel-group-opens-its-first-radisson-hotel-in-baku-azerbaijan/ Radisson Hotel Group announces the opening of its first Radisson-branded hotel, Radisson Hotel Baku, following an extensive renovation and re-branding of the existing Park Inn by Radisson Hotel Baku Sat, 13 May 2023 07:33:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/accor-and-azerbaijan-hotel-association-sign-cooperation-agreement/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/accor-and-azerbaijan-hotel-association-sign-cooperation-agreement/ Accor, a world leading hospitality group, announces the signing of a cooperation agreement with Azerbaijan Hotel Association. Sat, 06 Aug 2022 07:30:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/azerbaijan-hosts-inaugural-international-culinary-festival/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/azerbaijan-hosts-inaugural-international-culinary-festival/ Azerbaijan’s culinary attractions came into the spotlight at the Inaugural International Culinary Festival, organised by the Heydar Aliyev Foundation and the State Tourism Agency of the Republic of Azerbaijan, in Shusha, Azerbaijan. Mon, 09 May 2022 10:24:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/azerbaijan-hails-return-to-atm-with-its-largest-stand-ever/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/azerbaijan-hails-return-to-atm-with-its-largest-stand-ever/ With a surge in number of travellers from the Middle East, Azerbaijan will be represented at ATM 2021 in Dubai with its largest stand ever, together with a host of local industry partners. Thu, 28 Apr 2022 11:50:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gulf-air-to-return-to-baku-as-rebuild-continues/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gulf-air-to-return-to-baku-as-rebuild-continues/ Gulf Air has resumed its direct flights to Baku, with two weekly flights planned from the first week of January. The route was initially launched in 2018. Thu, 23 Dec 2021 13:12:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-florian-sengstschmid-chief-executive-az/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-florian-sengstschmid-chief-executive-az/ Azerbaijan Tourism Board has been honoured with the title of Europe’s Leading Cultural Destination at the World Travel Awards. Here Breaking Travel News speaks to Florian Sengstschmid, chief executive of Azerbaijan Tourism Board, to find out more about this eastern country with a western outlook Wed, 27 Oct 2021 10:42:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-florian-sengstschmid-chief-executive-azerbai/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-florian-sengstschmid-chief-executive-azerbai/ As the tourism community begins to prepare for life in the wake of Covid-19, Florian Sengstschmid, chief executive of the Azerbaijan Tourism Board, tells us what we can expect from this fast-developing destination Mon, 29 Mar 2021 13:16:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/azerbaijan-gateway-for-new-winter-experiences/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/azerbaijan-gateway-for-new-winter-experiences/ From historic and traditional experiences to modern-day escapades, this fast-growing destination offers countless experiences all leading to untold tales and adventure. Here we find out more Fri, 18 Dec 2020 10:35:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bbc-partners-with-pata-for-destination-insight-series/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bbc-partners-with-pata-for-destination-insight-series/ This webinars will take a look at various destinations around the Asia Pacific region to examine how each is dealing with the impact of Covid-19 and their preparations towards recovery. Wed, 19 Aug 2020 08:15:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-daniel-sasse-chief-commercial-officer-absher/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-daniel-sasse-chief-commercial-officer-absher/ Absheron Hotel Group is a young hotel management and development company based in Azerbaijan. Here Breaking Travel News speaks with chief commercial officer, Daniel Sasse, about its portfolio and the developing Azerbaijani market Fri, 24 Jul 2020 09:40:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/azerbaijan-joins-pacific-asia-travel-association/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/azerbaijan-joins-pacific-asia-travel-association/ The Pacific Asia Travel Association has welcomed the state tourism agency of the Azerbaijan as its newest government member. The agency is the executive authority carrying out and regulating the state policy in the field of tourism. Tue, 24 Dec 2019 09:00:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-tourism-in-azerbaijan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-tourism-in-azerbaijan/ Following the launch of the Azerbaijan Tourism Board last year, the destination has begun to see its star rise in the global hospitality market. Here Breaking Travel News editor, Chris O’Toole, touches down in capital Baku to see how the country is battling overcome its Soviet heritage Tue, 03 Dec 2019 13:07:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/florian-sengstschmid-chief-executive-azerbaijan-tourism-board1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/florian-sengstschmid-chief-executive-azerbaijan-tourism-board1/ Representing one of the fastest-emerging tourism destinations at World Travel Market in London, Florian Sengstschmid, chief executive of Azerbaijan Tourism Board, here tells Breaking Travel News what is on offer in the market. He tells editor Chris O’Toole about the surprising diversity of attractions there, as well as the wealth of heritage. Wed, 06 Nov 2019 11:28:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/azerbaijan-tourism-board-to-drive-gcc-visitors-with-wego-partnership/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/azerbaijan-tourism-board-to-drive-gcc-visitors-with-wego-partnership/ Wego has collaborated with Azerbaijan Tourism Board to invite travellers from the GCC to take another look at the country and experience its wide array of sights and activities. Azerbaijan is one of the top three destinations in Europe for MENA-based travellers. Tue, 08 Oct 2019 09:13:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/suri-to-lead-four-seasons-hotel-baku/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/suri-to-lead-four-seasons-hotel-baku/ Bob Suri has been appointed to lead Four Seasons Hotel Baku. The experienced hotelier has been in the hospitality industry for more than 28 years, 15 of which he has spent with Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts. Wed, 11 Sep 2019 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amadeus-brings-global-connectivity-to-baku-azerbaijan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amadeus-brings-global-connectivity-to-baku-azerbaijan/ In line with a drive for global connectivity, Heydar Aliyev International Airport in Baku has partnered with Amadeus to implement its core airport management systems. Tue, 09 Jul 2019 09:35:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/minister-bartlett-takes-resilience-message-to-azerbaijan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/minister-bartlett-takes-resilience-message-to-azerbaijan/ Edmund Bartlett, minister of tourism for Jamaica, has met with some of the leading partners in the Global Tourism Resilience & Crisis Management Centre to discuss the projects the body will launch following the opening of its new physical facility on Mona campus of the University of the West Indies in October this year. Mon, 17 Jun 2019 18:04:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/azerbaijan-tourism-board-targets-middle-eastern-guests-with-new-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/azerbaijan-tourism-board-targets-middle-eastern-guests-with-new-campaign/ The brand positioning and identity is an invitation to attract travellers to consider Azerbaijan from a unique point of view and discover its untold stories and secrets. Fri, 03 May 2019 06:15:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/florian-sengstschmid-chief-executive-azerbaijan-tourism-board/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/florian-sengstschmid-chief-executive-azerbaijan-tourism-board/ Having recently welcomed an F1 Grand Prix to capital Baku and with the UEFA Cup final just weeks away, Florian Sengstschmid, chief executive officer with the Azerbaijan Tourism Board, is keen to showcase how sports tourism can boost a destination. Speaking at Arabian Travel Market, he also tells Breaking Travel News about plans to grow visitor numbers from key GCC markets. Thu, 02 May 2019 14:48:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/florian-sengstschmid-and-fidan-aliyeva-azerbaijan-tourist-board/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/florian-sengstschmid-and-fidan-aliyeva-azerbaijan-tourist-board/ Florian Sengstschmid, chief executive, and Fidan Aliyeva, brand and marketing director, Azerbaijan Tourist Board, speak to Breaking Travel News during World Travel Market in London. As the destination reveals its new ‘Take another look’ brand campaign, we find out how the country hopes to develop its tourism sector in the coming years. Thu, 08 Nov 2018 14:29:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/nijat-aliyev-chief-operation-officer-gilan-hospitality/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/nijat-aliyev-chief-operation-officer-gilan-hospitality/ Nijat Aliyev, chief operation officer with Azerbaijan-based Gilan Hospitality, tells Breaking Travel News how the company is capitalising on the rapidly developing tourism sector in the country. Wed, 07 Nov 2018 14:30:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wtm-2018-azerbaijan-urges-travels-to-take-another-look/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wtm-2018-azerbaijan-urges-travels-to-take-another-look/ The Azerbaijan Tourism Board has launched its ‘Take another look’ marketing campaign as part of its strategy to present a new portrait of the country, enhance its destination value and double the current in-bound tourism by 2023. Mon, 05 Nov 2018 00:22:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-launches-first-flights-to-baku-azerbaijan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-launches-first-flights-to-baku-azerbaijan/ Etihad Airways has launched the first ever scheduled flights linking Abu Dhabi and Baku. The inaugural flight, EY297, departed Abu Dhabi carrying a special delegation including diplomats, dignitaries, media representatives, and senior members of Etihad Airways’ management team. Mon, 05 Mar 2018 09:31:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dubai-airshow-2017-azerbaijan-airlines-places-new-dreamliner-order-with-boe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dubai-airshow-2017-azerbaijan-airlines-places-new-dreamliner-order-with-boe/ Boeing and Azerbaijan Airlines have announced an order for five more 787-8 Dreamliners and a commitment to purchase two large freighters. The agreement, announced at the 2017 Dubai Air Show, is valued at about $1.9 billion at current list prices. Mon, 13 Nov 2017 09:39:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-to-launch-flights-to-baku-azerbaijan-in-spring-2018/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-to-launch-flights-to-baku-azerbaijan-in-spring-2018/ Etihad Airways has announced plans to launch scheduled flights between Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, and Baku, the capital city of the Republic of Azerbaijan, effective March 2018. The new route is being introduced to capitalise on the strong and growing demand for flights between the United Arab Emirates and Azerbaijan. Wed, 11 Oct 2017 13:39:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/boeing-delivers-first-cis-dreamliner-to-azerbaijan-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/boeing-delivers-first-cis-dreamliner-to-azerbaijan-airlines/ Boeing and Azerbaijan Airlines today announced the delivery of the airline’s first 787 Dreamliner. With this delivery, Azerbaijan Airlines becomes the first airline in the Commonwealth of Independent States to operate the 787. The airplane will play a key role in the Baku-based airline’s strategic plan to expand its long-haul fleet. Tue, 23 Dec 2014 10:46:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kempinski-goes-to-azerbaijan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kempinski-goes-to-azerbaijan/ With the official opening planned for September 2011, Kempinski Hotel Badamdar Baku is part of a complex boasting extensive conference and banqueting facilities, a massive entertainment and retail centre, serviced apartments, offices and a unique Spa and wellness centre. Wed, 20 Jul 2011 12:00:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/interest-in-azerbaijan-up-by-a-whopping-4662-following-their-eurovision-suc/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/interest-in-azerbaijan-up-by-a-whopping-4662-following-their-eurovision-suc/ For those cynics who refuse to take the Eurovision Song Contest seriously, there’s no denying the dramatic effect it can have on the winning nation. Like the song or not, interest in Azerbaijan spiked by over 4,000% on TripAdvisor* following their win on Saturday night. Mon, 16 May 2011 11:31:58 +0000