https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/georgia/ Georgia News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T08:42:57+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/batumi-welcomes-travel-leaders-for-wta-30th-anniversary-europe-gala-ceremon/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/batumi-welcomes-travel-leaders-for-wta-30th-anniversary-europe-gala-ceremon/ Europe’s new tourism hotspot, Batumi, Georgia is making final preparations as it steps to host the landmark 30th anniversary World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony 2023. Thu, 28 Sep 2023 08:03:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/valor-hospitality-partners-signs-major-new-mou-in-georgia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/valor-hospitality-partners-signs-major-new-mou-in-georgia/ Valor Hospitality Partners signs major new MoU in Georgia to develop and manage 1750+ keys in Batumi Wed, 27 Sep 2023 11:03:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/the-remarkable-rise-of-meetings-and-incentive-travel-in-batumi-georgia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/the-remarkable-rise-of-meetings-and-incentive-travel-in-batumi-georgia/ In recent years, Batumi, a picturesque city nestled on the shores of the Black Sea, has emerged as a thriving destination for meetings and incentive travel. This charming Georgian gem has witnessed a remarkable growth in its meetings and incentive tourism sector, attracting corporate gatherings, conferences, and incentive programs from around the world. What has fueled this surge in popularity, and what makes Batumi a sought-after destination for both business and leisure travelers? Mon, 11 Sep 2023 15:12:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/batumi-and-world-travel-awards-reveal-itinerary-for-europe-gala-ceremony-20/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/batumi-and-world-travel-awards-reveal-itinerary-for-europe-gala-ceremony-20/ Europe’s new tourism hotspot, Batumi, Georgia and World Travel Awards (WTA) have unveiled details of the landmark 30th anniversary Europe Gala Ceremony 2023. The magnificent city will host the leading travel industry figureheads from across the continent for a three-day itinerary, culminating in the red-carpet banquet reception on 29 September. Thu, 31 Aug 2023 06:10:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-opens-first-radisson-red-in-eastern-europe-in-the-heart-of-histori/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-opens-first-radisson-red-in-eastern-europe-in-the-heart-of-histori/ The first Radisson RED hotel in Eastern Europe has arrived in Tbilisi, Georgia. Situated in a 100-year-old former post office building on the iconic Davit Aghmashenebeli Avenue, Radisson RED Tbilisi blends culture, history, and contemporary design. Tue, 08 Aug 2023 07:02:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ishraq-hospitality-expands-its-portfolio-with-new-resort-and-hotel-apartmen/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ishraq-hospitality-expands-its-portfolio-with-new-resort-and-hotel-apartmen/ Under a new, signed agreement with Rekan Group, Ishraq will manage the new Crowne Plaza Batumi Beach Hotel and Batumi Hotel Apartments – both set to open in 2025 Wed, 26 Jul 2023 15:46:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/young-lions-win-euro-final-vs-spain-after-last-gasp-penalty-save-in-beautif/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/young-lions-win-euro-final-vs-spain-after-last-gasp-penalty-save-in-beautif/ Lee Carsley’s Young Lions have written their names in the history books after wining the under-21 Euros with a 1-0 victory against Spain in what was an incident-strewn affair in Batumi, host city to the World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony 2023 on the 30 September. Sun, 09 Jul 2023 04:29:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rotanas-upcoming-opening-in-georgia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rotanas-upcoming-opening-in-georgia/ Rotana has announced the agreement signing for Pontus Rotana Resort & Spa Gonio, with one of the largest developers in Georgia, Pontus Capital. The luxury property located in the beach suburb of famous Batumi, is expected to open in 2026, catering to both business and leisure travellers. Mon, 05 Jun 2023 06:40:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/batumi-to-host-wta-europe-gala-ceremony-2023/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/batumi-to-host-wta-europe-gala-ceremony-2023/ World Travel Awards (WTA) is delighted to announce that its landmark 30th anniversary Europe Gala Ceremony 2023 will be staged in one of the world’s most exciting emerging tourism destinations. The magnificent city of Batumi, Wed, 03 May 2023 06:00:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihg-hotels-resorts-expands-holiday-inn-brand-family-with-13-new-signings-an/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihg-hotels-resorts-expands-holiday-inn-brand-family-with-13-new-signings-an/ IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, continues to demonstrate the strength of its Holiday Inn brand family in Southern Europe, as it signs 13 hotels and opens a further two, including a brand debut – Holiday Inn Express & Suites Portimão – and a market debut – Holiday Inn Express Sofia Airport in Bulgaria. Fri, 17 Mar 2023 07:27:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/itb-berlin-2023-mariam-kvrivishvili-ministry-of-economy-and-sustainable-dev/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/itb-berlin-2023-mariam-kvrivishvili-ministry-of-economy-and-sustainable-dev/ Fri, 10 Mar 2023 08:06:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/georgia-full-of-adventure/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/georgia-full-of-adventure/ For fans of adventure tours and mountains Georgia is the place to be. A modern infrastructure to international standards meets a spectacular natural environment: high snow-covered mountains, ravines with fast-flowing mountain rivers, lush green forests, alpine eco-systems, palm-lined beaches and cliffs and caves. Fri, 10 Mar 2023 07:01:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/four-countries-four-tourism-concepts/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/four-countries-four-tourism-concepts/ How are Bahrain, Egypt, Croatia and Georgia confronting tomorrow’s challenges and how are these countries’ tourism policies paving the way for the future? That was the topic Monika Jones discussed with the Kingdom of Bahrain’s Tourism Minister Fatima Al Sairifa, Egyptian Tourism Minister Ahmed Issa, and Georgian Vice Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development Mariam Kvrivishivli on Tuesday at the ITB Berlin Convention. Thu, 09 Mar 2023 07:27:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-berlin-international-travel-industry-focuses-on-strong-participation-an/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-berlin-international-travel-industry-focuses-on-strong-participation-an/ First event for B2B visitors only – Around 5,500 exhibitors from 161 countries – High demand from Middle Eastern exhibitors, the cruise industry and travel technology sector – Georgia, the official host country, presents a wide-ranging programme – Four stages, 400 leading speakers and 200 panels at the ITB Berlin Convention Tue, 07 Mar 2023 10:49:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/georgias-prime-minister-irakli-gariashvili-to-open-itb-berlin-2023/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/georgias-prime-minister-irakli-gariashvili-to-open-itb-berlin-2023/ Official opening ceremony on 6 March 2023 with leading names in politics and tourism – Georgia, the Host Country of ITB Berlin, will kick off the World’s Leading Travel Trade Show with a spectacular show program of traditional dance and music performances Tue, 28 Feb 2023 11:31:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/georgia-the-host-country-of-itb-berlin-presents-a-wealth-of-activities-and/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/georgia-the-host-country-of-itb-berlin-presents-a-wealth-of-activities-and/ ’Infinite Hospitality’ is the slogan of the host country of ITB Berlin 2023 – Events will kick off with the opening press conference and opening gala on 6 March – A wealth of displays and events in hub27, Hall 4.1., Entrance South and throughout the ITB Berlin Convention – Culinary attractions and handicrafts: daily activities on the Georgian stand – Representation devoted to MICE audiences in Hall 3.1 Wed, 22 Feb 2023 07:43:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-expanding-in-georgia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-expanding-in-georgia/ Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most environmentally sustainable airline globally*, announces further expansion to its base in Kutaisi, where it allocates one of its Airbus A321neo aircraft. Fri, 16 Dec 2022 09:42:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nobu-hospitality-and-simon-celebrate-opening-of-nobu-hotel-restaurant-at-ph/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nobu-hospitality-and-simon-celebrate-opening-of-nobu-hotel-restaurant-at-ph/ Nobu Hospitality and Simon welcomed local dignitaries and community leaders today to celebrate the opening of Nobu Hotel & Restaurant Atlanta at Phipps Plaza. The property serves as Nobu’s 15th location overall and first in Georgia, making its debut in the Buckhead community at the modern, reimagined, mixed-use Phipps Plaza. Thu, 01 Dec 2022 08:36:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wyndham-to-launch-registry-collection-in-georgia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wyndham-to-launch-registry-collection-in-georgia/ Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has debuted its newest brand, Registry Collection Hotels, in Georgia with a flagship 100-room newly-built property in the heart of the capital city of Tbilisi. Thu, 02 Sep 2021 13:09:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/oman-air-to-launch-tbilisi-flights-this-month/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/oman-air-to-launch-tbilisi-flights-this-month/ Oman Air has launched a seasonal service between Muscat and Tbilisi, Georgia. The carrier will offer two weekly direct flights, on Wednesdays and Sundays, operated with Boeing 737 aircraft. Wed, 02 Jun 2021 07:58:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/pegasus-launches-new-batumi-connections-from-stansted/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/pegasus-launches-new-batumi-connections-from-stansted/ Twice a week flights between London Stansted and Batumi International Airport in Georgia, via Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen, will commence on May 7th. Fri, 30 Apr 2021 05:13:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eurowings-adds-new-russia-and-georgia-connections/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eurowings-adds-new-russia-and-georgia-connections/ The airline will launch three new direct connections starting in July, flying passengers from Düsseldorf to Ekaterinburg in Siberia, Krasnodar in southern Russia and Tbilisi in Georgia. Tue, 13 Apr 2021 08:20:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/georgia-appointed-official-host-country-of-itb-berlin/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/georgia-appointed-official-host-country-of-itb-berlin/ In cooperation with ITB Berlin, the host country traditionally organises the grand opening show of the conference and will be highlighted during the entire trade event. Tue, 16 Feb 2021 12:24:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-bachana-shelia-general-manager-resort-sairme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-bachana-shelia-general-manager-resort-sairme/ Resort Sairme has been recognised as an industry leader by voters at the World Travel Awards, with Breaking Travel News here chatting to general manager, Bachana Shelia, to find out the secrets of his success Mon, 02 Nov 2020 10:31:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/border-closures-see-wizz-air-suspend-flights-to-georgia-and-albania/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/border-closures-see-wizz-air-suspend-flights-to-georgia-and-albania/ Flights to and from London Luton and Kutaisi, Georgia, will be suspended until April 20th, while flights between London Luton and Tirana, Albania, will be suspended until April 3rd. Mon, 23 Mar 2020 10:03:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-radisson-collection-hotel-tsinandali-esta/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-radisson-collection-hotel-tsinandali-esta/ Located in the heart of the renowned wine country, the Radisson Collection Hotel, Tsinandali Estate Georgia in Kakheti invites guests to explore the many vineyards and the region’s rich history from one exclusive vantage point. Here Maria Korelina calls in for the night to get a taste of the local flavours Thu, 14 Nov 2019 09:01:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/tamar-kaikatsishvili-first-deputy-chairperson-georgia-department-of-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/tamar-kaikatsishvili-first-deputy-chairperson-georgia-department-of-tourism/ As Batumi prepares to host the World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony in 2021, Breaking Travel News chats with Tamar Kaikatsishvili, first deputy chairperson of the Ajara Department of Tourism & Resorts, to discover more about this one-of-a-kind coastal resort. Tue, 05 Nov 2019 04:11:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-radisson-blu-iveria-hotel-tbilisi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-radisson-blu-iveria-hotel-tbilisi/ Found in the heart of Georgia’s capital city, Tbilisi, Radisson Blu Iveria Hotel is nestled between the beautiful Mtkvari River and nearby mountain ranges. Here Maria Korelina visits for Breaking Travel News Sat, 26 Oct 2019 04:07:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sheraton-grand-tbilisi-metechi-reopens-in-georgia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sheraton-grand-tbilisi-metechi-reopens-in-georgia/ Sheraton Hotels & Resorts has unveiled the transformation of the Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace following a full-scale renovation. Carrying the Sheraton Grand designation, the property truly delivers on the heritage and sophisticated design that characterises these hotels. Fri, 24 May 2019 08:53:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wyndham-grand-tbilisi-takes-brand-into-georgia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wyndham-grand-tbilisi-takes-brand-into-georgia/ Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has welcomed the debut of flagship upper-upscale hotel brand, Wyndham Grand, in Georgia with the opening of Wyndham Grand Tbilisi. This new opening adds to Wyndham Hotels & Resorts’ growing portfolio of hotels in Georgia and the CIS region. Tue, 14 May 2019 07:14:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kempinski-signs-for-new-property-in-tbilisi-georgia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kempinski-signs-for-new-property-in-tbilisi-georgia/ Kempinski Hotels has signed a management agreement with m2 at Mtatsminda for a luxury hotel development in Tbilisi, Georgia. The property, consisting of at least 95 rooms and suites, is set to open in quarter three of 2020. Thu, 02 May 2019 09:18:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/two-new-hotel-signings-for-georgian-capital-tbilisi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/two-new-hotel-signings-for-georgian-capital-tbilisi/ Tbilisi, capital of Georgia, has continued to grow on the international hospitality scene, with both Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and Radisson Hospitality signing new properties to open in the next two years. Mon, 22 Oct 2018 08:46:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/paragraph-resort-spa-takes-autograph-collection-into-georgia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/paragraph-resort-spa-takes-autograph-collection-into-georgia/ Autograph Collection Hotels has announced its debut in Georgia with the opening of Paragraph Resort & Spa in the Black Sea coastal resort of Shekvetili. Wed, 04 Apr 2018 09:18:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/surprise-welcome-for-six-millionth-guests-to-georgia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/surprise-welcome-for-six-millionth-guests-to-georgia/ With Georgia currently experiencing a surge in interest from the international hospitality community, the destination offers one lucky guest a surprise welcome. Mon, 10 Jul 2017 14:16:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-tourism-in-georgia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-tourism-in-georgia/ Sitting on the south-eastern edge of Europe, at the cross-roads with Asia, Georgia has often been overlooked by international travellers. Now, following a concerted campaign by the national tourist board, that is beginning to change as the unique wine, fine food, and fantastic sights begin to receive their dues. Here Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole finds out more. Mon, 10 Jul 2017 13:28:23 +0000