https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/germany tourism/ Germany Tourism News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T09:16:44+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germanys-travel-tourism-sector-to-break-all-time-records-in-2025/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germanys-travel-tourism-sector-to-break-all-time-records-in-2025/ Germany is set to make Travel & Tourism history in 2025, with every major performance indicator set to reach new heights, according to new data from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC). International visitor spending is forecast to hit an unprecedented €57BN this year, marking the highest inbound spend ever recorded in Germany. Tue, 22 Jul 2025 08:04:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wego-and-gnto-launch-partnership-to-highlight-germanys-unesco-treasures/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wego-and-gnto-launch-partnership-to-highlight-germanys-unesco-treasures/ Wego, the number 1 travel app and the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), announce a strategic partnership with the German National Tourist Office (GNTO) to launch an exciting new campaign. Thu, 13 Jun 2024 06:43:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-tourism-in-germany-is-still-trailing-european-neighbours-wttc-resear/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-tourism-in-germany-is-still-trailing-european-neighbours-wttc-resear/ The World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) 2024 Economic Impact Research (EIR) has revealed today a much slower recovery of Germany’s Travel & Tourism sector compared to other key European destinations. Mon, 27 May 2024 06:52:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/overnight-stays-by-gcc-visitors-to-germany-up-15-in-2023/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/overnight-stays-by-gcc-visitors-to-germany-up-15-in-2023/ The German National Tourist Board (GNTB) announced today (Monday 6th May) that GCC travellers spent 1,297,256 room nights in Germany during 2023, a 15% increase over the 1,128,341 overnight stays recorded in 2022. Mon, 06 May 2024 11:23:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-predicts-germanys-travel-tourism-sector-to-rebound-to-95-of-pre-pandem/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-predicts-germanys-travel-tourism-sector-to-rebound-to-95-of-pre-pandem/ The World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) 2023 Economic Impact Research (EIR) today reveals Germany’s Travel & Tourism sector is recovering at pace to recover to within 95% of pre-pandemic levels. Thu, 10 Aug 2023 07:38:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-hoxton-makes-germany-debut-with-berlin-hotel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-hoxton-makes-germany-debut-with-berlin-hotel/ The Hoxton has swung open its doors in Charlottenburg, bringing the brand to Berlin and marking its German debut. Set just steps away from the renowned shopping avenue, Ku’damm, the Hoxton, Charlottenburg offers 234 rooms. Tue, 09 May 2023 14:42:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atm-2022-german-national-tourism-board-to-boost-gcc-visitors-with-culture-a/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atm-2022-german-national-tourism-board-to-boost-gcc-visitors-with-culture-a/ The German National Tourist Board (GNTB) is providing inspiration for GCC tourists to visit Germany this year, by relaunching its German.Local.Culture. campaign, as well as launching its ‘Embrace German Nature’ campaign in the GCC, at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2022. Mon, 09 May 2022 10:30:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germany-to-kick-start-tourism-drive-at-atm-2022/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germany-to-kick-start-tourism-drive-at-atm-2022/ The German National Tourist Board is set to return to ATM next month by unveiling of two campaigns to the GCC market. Germany’s presence at ATM, which takes place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from May 9-12, will feature a strong focus on local culture and its various cities. Thu, 28 Apr 2022 11:55:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-to-add-nuremberg-flights-next-month/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-to-add-nuremberg-flights-next-month/ British Airways has announced that it will be introducing a new destination to its Heathrow short-haul network, Nuremberg, located in Bavaria, Germany. Thu, 03 Feb 2022 09:09:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-collection-hotel-berlin-reopens-to-guests/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-collection-hotel-berlin-reopens-to-guests/ The first Radisson Collection hotel in the country offers an exceptional hotel experience in an unparalleled location in Berlin-Mitte. It features 427 elegant rooms and suites across six floors. Tue, 11 Jan 2022 10:49:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germany-bans-uk-travellers-over-omicron-fears/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germany-bans-uk-travellers-over-omicron-fears/ Officials in Germany have confirmed travellers from Britain will be banned in an attempt to slow the spread of the Omicron variant of Covid-19. Mon, 20 Dec 2021 10:47:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lanserhof-sylt-to-open-next-spring/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lanserhof-sylt-to-open-next-spring/ Sylt has long been treasured for its famous healing climate and restorative sea air, which the wellness experts claim “can provide significant relief” for allergy and respiratory disease sufferers. Thu, 14 Oct 2021 07:25:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hyatt-unveils-plans-for-new-duesseldorf-property/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hyatt-unveils-plans-for-new-duesseldorf-property/ Hyatt entered into a franchise agreement with EuroAtlantic Group for Hyatt Place Düsseldorf Mercedesstrasse at Tadao Ando Campus & Tower. It will open in 2024. Sat, 09 Oct 2021 05:16:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-canada-to-launch-new-munich-connection/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-canada-to-launch-new-munich-connection/ Air Canada is offering up to three flights per week on a 298-seat Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner featuring a choice of three cabins of service. Canada will reopen its borders next month. Wed, 25 Aug 2021 05:29:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/schwan-locke-opens-takes-brand-into-germany/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/schwan-locke-opens-takes-brand-into-germany/ Situated just a few minutes’ walk from the Theresienwiese, the site of Oktoberfest, Schwan Locke features 151 spacious, design-led studio apartments. Wed, 21 Jul 2021 13:20:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/msc-seaview-returns-to-operation-in-germany/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/msc-seaview-returns-to-operation-in-germany/ MSC Cruises has launched its northern European summer season, with the departure of MSC Seaview from the German port of Kiel. The vessel will sail a number of seven-night cruises in the Baltic Sea. Tue, 06 Jul 2021 07:44:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ruby-luna-opens-to-guests-in-dusseldorf/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ruby-luna-opens-to-guests-in-dusseldorf/ Inspired by the 1950s and 1960s optimism, an outer space theme runs throughout the hotel, with countless interior elements that bring the Space Age to life. Tue, 11 May 2021 04:46:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-berlin-survey-finds-pent-up-demand-for-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-berlin-survey-finds-pent-up-demand-for-travel/ Close to 25 per cent of people in Germany and the US, and over 35 per cent in China, believe they will spend more money on travelling over the next 12 months than during the last year. Thu, 11 Mar 2021 09:32:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germany-and-sweden-removed-from-uk-quarantine-safe-list/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germany-and-sweden-removed-from-uk-quarantine-safe-list/ Passengers arriving in the UK from Germany and Sweden will need to self-isolate for two weeks before then following domestic rules after changes in government Covid-19 restrictions. Fri, 06 Nov 2020 06:19:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-astana-to-launch-new-frankfurt-connection-next-month/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-astana-to-launch-new-frankfurt-connection-next-month/ Initially twice a week, the frequencies increase to three a week from October 26th on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; and will be operated using the new Airbus A321LR. Wed, 09 Sep 2020 07:25:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aida-cruises-delays-return-until-november/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aida-cruises-delays-return-until-november/ Germany-based Aida Cruises has confirmed it now hopes to offer trips from November as the line seeks to return from a Covid-19 enforced suspension of operations. Tue, 01 Sep 2020 08:22:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ruby-hotels-to-open-new-stuttgart-location-in-2023/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ruby-hotels-to-open-new-stuttgart-location-in-2023/ For the first time, Ruby will combine its lean luxury philosophy for a hotel and a co-working space under one roof, at the central Gerber shopping mall. Tue, 05 May 2020 08:10:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sofo-to-lead-germany-tourism-in-gulf/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sofo-to-lead-germany-tourism-in-gulf/ The German National Tourist Office has appointed Yamina Sofo to the role of director of sales and marketing in the Gulf countries. In her new capacity, Sofo will provide leadership and strategic direction to the Gulf region team. Mon, 27 Apr 2020 07:43:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-will-german-hotel-market-be-first-to-begi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-will-german-hotel-market-be-first-to-begi/ As officials in Germany begin a tentative reopening in the wake of the Covid-19 outbreak, HVS director Arlett Hoff here traces the spread pandemic and assesses how the county might bounce back from its impact Fri, 24 Apr 2020 09:21:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/oberammergau-passion-play-delayed-until-2022/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/oberammergau-passion-play-delayed-until-2022/ In a virtually unprecedented move, the Oberammergau Passion Play will be postponed for two years as the coronavirus pandemic continues to rage around the world. Fri, 20 Mar 2020 07:53:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-red-cologne-to-take-brand-into-germany/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-red-cologne-to-take-brand-into-germany/ The new Radisson Red Cologne will be located in a central city location, just a stone’s throw from the UNESCO World Heritage-recognised Cologne Cathedral. Thu, 12 Mar 2020 05:13:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cheval-maison-frankfurt-signed-for-2022-opening/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cheval-maison-frankfurt-signed-for-2022-opening/ Located in Frankfurt, the long-stay residence will be the second Maison branded property, after an announcement that construction work will start in central Dubai in 2020. Tue, 10 Dec 2019 09:23:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/german-tourism-sees-continued-growth-in-early-2019/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/german-tourism-sees-continued-growth-in-early-2019/ According to provisional figures from the Federal Statistical Office, 39.8 million international overnights were registered across hotels and accommodation establishments with more than ten beds between January and June. Wed, 21 Aug 2019 13:20:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-hotel-group-signs-latest-property-in-stuttgart/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-hotel-group-signs-latest-property-in-stuttgart/ Radisson Hotel Group has signed with Bülow for a new Radisson Blu hotel at the Porsche Design Tower in Stuttgart, Germany. The design of the Porsche Design Tower Stuttgart was developed in close collaboration with Studio Porsche. Fri, 19 Jul 2019 09:21:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/park-inn-by-radisson-wismar-to-open-this-autumn/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/park-inn-by-radisson-wismar-to-open-this-autumn/ Radisson Hotel Group has announced the signing of the new Park Inn by Radisson Wismar, in northern Germany, with the property set to open in quarter three of the year. The city is especially popular for its location on the Baltic Sea and its sights dating back to the Hanseatic era. Sat, 13 Jul 2019 14:38:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germany-sees-increase-in-visitors-despite-brexit-decline/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germany-sees-increase-in-visitors-despite-brexit-decline/ International incoming overnights for Germany during the first quarter of 2019 are up. Overnights from the UK, affected by the Brexit situation, showed a three per cent decrease during the first three months of 2019 despite an increase of 0.6 per cent in March. Thu, 11 Jul 2019 17:02:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/volkswagen-launches-weshare-car-rental-service-in-berlin/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/volkswagen-launches-weshare-car-rental-service-in-berlin/ Volkswagen has made a first move into e-mobility with the public launch of its WeShare operation in Berlin. The service will offer a fleet of 1,500 e-Golfs, with 500 e-up! cars to be added in a few months. Fri, 28 Jun 2019 08:57:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/german-launches-summer-cities-campaign-to-uk-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/german-launches-summer-cities-campaign-to-uk-travellers/ Urban beaches and beautiful beer gardens, inner city surfing, hot sultry evenings in the coolest bars, street parties that last until dawn – welcome to summer in German cities. Thu, 27 Jun 2019 09:42:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hertz-launches-new-kollektion-7-to-luxury-travellers-in-germany/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hertz-launches-new-kollektion-7-to-luxury-travellers-in-germany/ Hertz Europe has unveiled Kollektion 7 - Made in Germany, a new collection of seven prestige vehicles celebrating luxury German marques and engineering expertise. Launching at Frankfurt Airport, the new collection includes prestige vehicles from top German brands: BMW, Mercedes Benz and Porsche.  Thu, 13 Jun 2019 08:57:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fraser-suites-hamburg-opens-to-first-guests-in-north-germany/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fraser-suites-hamburg-opens-to-first-guests-in-north-germany/ Frasers Hospitality has launched Fraser Suites Hamburg, Germany. Fraser Suites Hamburg occupies the historic Oberfinanzdirektion, a listed building dating back to 1907 located in the prime area of Rödingsmarkt. Tue, 07 May 2019 08:12:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atm-2019-germany-to-showcase-tourism-offering-in-dubai/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atm-2019-germany-to-showcase-tourism-offering-in-dubai/ The German National Tourist Board has announced it will be showcasing a range of key destinations at Arabian Travel Market in Dubai. The GCC is Germany’s third-largest non-European source market behind China and the United States. Sun, 28 Apr 2019 02:50:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-ruegen-germany/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-ruegen-germany/ For German travellers the island of Rügen is the centre a booming hospitality industry. To British travellers, it is virtually unknown. As the Baltic destination seeks to grow its international audience, Breaking Travel News editor, Chris O’Toole, here visits to shed some light on what guests can expect to find Tue, 26 Mar 2019 11:01:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-prora-germany/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-prora-germany/ With a surge in interest in ‘dark tourism’ sweeping the travel industry, Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole here visits Prora, on the holiday island of Rügen in the north-east of Germany to discover more about its disturbing past Tue, 19 Mar 2019 13:43:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-berlin-leipzig-breaks-visitor-figure-records/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-berlin-leipzig-breaks-visitor-figure-records/ Volker Bremer, director of Leipzig Tourism & Marketing, anticipates continued growth, particularly as 2019 holds an exciting event calendar for the city. Thu, 07 Mar 2019 08:41:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-berlin-uk-ireland-remains-key-source-market-for-german-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-berlin-uk-ireland-remains-key-source-market-for-german-tourism/ With an increase of four per cent in overnight stays, the German National Tourist Office UK & Ireland has retained its position as the third most important European source market for the destination in 2018. Thu, 07 Mar 2019 08:39:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/leipzig-tourism-board-recruits-new-uk-public-relations-company/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/leipzig-tourism-board-recruits-new-uk-public-relations-company/ The Leipzig Tourism Board has appointed specialist travel PR agency, Lemongrass Marketing, to manage their UK and Irish public relations. Lemongrass Marketing will be responsible for all strategic leisure and MICE communications in the region, with immediate effect. Thu, 14 Feb 2019 08:33:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hampton-by-hilton-frankfurt-airport-welcomes-first-guests/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hampton-by-hilton-frankfurt-airport-welcomes-first-guests/ The new hotel is the perfect base for travellers flying to and from Frankfurt to almost 300 destinations via 106 airlines, making it one of the world’s largest and best-connected airports. Tue, 15 Jan 2019 10:15:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flybmi-to-launch-new-munich-connection-in-april/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flybmi-to-launch-new-munich-connection-in-april/ The new route provides business and leisure travellers in the north of England with a convenient link to Bavaria’s capital city; a key business destination and a cultural hot spot, ideal for short breaks. Mon, 24 Dec 2018 07:25:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hotel-elephant-weimar-joins-autograph-collection-in-germany/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hotel-elephant-weimar-joins-autograph-collection-in-germany/ Autograph Collection Hotels has revealed the latest addition to its portfolio with the reopening of Hotel Elephant Weimar following a nine-month full renovation. Wed, 12 Dec 2018 08:49:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/german-national-tourist-board-launches-new-alexa-skill/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/german-national-tourist-board-launches-new-alexa-skill/ The German National Tourist Board has begun promoting the country through the digital voice assistant Alexa in the UK and US. The GNTB travel application - available regionally at the market-specific Amazon stores - is installed on Alexa as Germany Travel Tips. Tue, 04 Dec 2018 09:02:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/latam-brazil-to-launch-new-munich-connection-in-june/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/latam-brazil-to-launch-new-munich-connection-in-june/ LATAM Airlines Brazil has announced it will commence its non-stop service to Munich, Germany, from São Paulo on June 25th next year with tickets now on sale. Fri, 30 Nov 2018 11:10:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hampton-by-hilton-berlin-east-side-gallery-opens-in-german-capital/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hampton-by-hilton-berlin-east-side-gallery-opens-in-german-capital/ Hampton by Hilton Berlin East Side Gallery opens as the bustling metropolis continues to expand its hospitality offering to accommodate the city’s rising number of visitors. Mon, 26 Nov 2018 09:40:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/avianca-brings-dreamliner-to-new-bogota-colombia-route/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/avianca-brings-dreamliner-to-new-bogota-colombia-route/ Celebrating a big occasion in grand style, Munich Airport marked the launch of Avianca’s new service to Bogotá with a traditional ribbon-cutting ceremony. Wed, 21 Nov 2018 09:23:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-brings-a380-service-to-hamburg-and-osaka/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-brings-a380-service-to-hamburg-and-osaka/ Emirates has expanded the network of destinations served by its flagship A380 aircraft with the launch of new scheduled A380 services to Hamburg and Osaka this week. Wed, 31 Oct 2018 08:40:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/swiss-expands-summer-schedule-from-zurich/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/swiss-expands-summer-schedule-from-zurich/ Swiss is to further expand its Zurich-based network, adding new non-stop services to Gdansk, Poland, and Heringsdorf, Germany, in its 2019 summer schedules. Fri, 26 Oct 2018 05:52:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/laudamotion-to-launch-budapest-stuttgart-connection-next-summer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/laudamotion-to-launch-budapest-stuttgart-connection-next-summer/ Continuing to concentrate on its route network expansion for 2019, Budapest Airport has announced the arrival of new airline partner, Laudamotion. Mon, 22 Oct 2018 07:08:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/intercontinental-hotels-takes-avid-brand-into-germany-with-gs-star-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/intercontinental-hotels-takes-avid-brand-into-germany-with-gs-star-deal/ InterContinental Hotels Group has signed a deal with existing partner GS Star to bring 15 avid hotels to the German market. This marks a significant milestone launching avid hotels, IHG’s newest mainstream brand, in Europe for the first time. Tue, 09 Oct 2018 07:27:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/strong-increase-in-uk-visitor-numbers-to-germany-in-july/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/strong-increase-in-uk-visitor-numbers-to-germany-in-july/ The German National Tourist Office has announced that as the temperatures rose this summer, so did the incoming overnights for destination Deutschland.  Fri, 28 Sep 2018 09:00:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-further-expands-london-city-services-with-munich-route/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-further-expands-london-city-services-with-munich-route/ British Airways is to launch new three-times-a-day flights from London City Airport to the Bavarian beer capital of Munich next year. Tue, 25 Sep 2018 09:04:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-hamburg-germany/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-hamburg-germany/ A notorious seaport for decades, Hamburg has recently cleaned up its image to become a culinary capital of northern Germany. Here Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole drops in for a weekend break to see how things have changed Wed, 29 Aug 2018 12:55:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hyatt-house-set-for-frankfurt-debut-in-2023/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hyatt-house-set-for-frankfurt-debut-in-2023/ The hotel will be integrated into Four Frankfurt, a large mixed-use development in the centre of the city by Groß & Partner, that will be comprised of four towers and will include residential and office facilities, as well as retail spaces and hotels. Wed, 29 Aug 2018 08:14:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gntb-launches-german-summer-cities-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gntb-launches-german-summer-cities-campaign/ The German National Tourist Board has announced a new worldwide campaign for next year. The latest campaign comes in addition to the recently introduced 100-years of Bauhaus, which will celebrate the artistic movement. Wed, 22 Aug 2018 08:09:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hamburg-festival-to-return-to-london-in-september/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hamburg-festival-to-return-to-london-in-september/ Hamburg Festival is returning for a second year, bringing Londoners a taste of the German city. Last year’s event brought a burst of music, tastes and culture from Hamburg to London and this year they look to build on the success, which saw a footfall of over 11,000. Thu, 14 Jun 2018 09:40:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vienna-house-to-welcome-new-leipzig-property-in-july/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vienna-house-to-welcome-new-leipzig-property-in-july/ Vienna House have announced a new hotel in central Leipzig that will open on July 6th. The hotel is the newest addition to Leipzig’s beautiful old town, ideally located near sights such as the gothic St. Thomas Church that has played host to influential musicians including JS Bach. Mon, 04 Jun 2018 07:29:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/german-national-tourist-board-hosts-culinary-showcase-in-london/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/german-national-tourist-board-hosts-culinary-showcase-in-london/ The German National Tourist Board UK & Ireland hosted a food tasting event in London last night for over 100 guests from the UK media and travel trade. Thu, 24 May 2018 13:55:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-oberammergau-passion-play-2020/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-oberammergau-passion-play-2020/ The countdown to the Oberammergau Passion Play 2020 begins in earnest today, with the first performance exactly two years away. Here Breaking Travel News takes a look at this once-in-a-decade event and the role it plays in tourism in Germany. Wed, 16 May 2018 10:28:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eurowings-to-connect-duesseldorf-new-york-from-this-weekend/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eurowings-to-connect-duesseldorf-new-york-from-this-weekend/ Eurowings will begin its new, non-stop service between New York and Düsseldorf, Germany, on April 28th. Europe’s fastest-growing airline, and a Lufthansa Group subsidiary, operates long-haul flights from its Düsseldorf and Munich hubs, where it offers connections to other destinations throughout Europe. Fri, 27 Apr 2018 09:50:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/routes-europe-headed-to-hannover-for-2019-show/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/routes-europe-headed-to-hannover-for-2019-show/ The Routes Europe development forum has been officially handed over to Hannover, Germany – the host destination for 2019. Wed, 25 Apr 2018 07:20:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/burgeoning-culinary-scene-draws-british-travellers-to-germany/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/burgeoning-culinary-scene-draws-british-travellers-to-germany/ The German National Tourist Board has announced an increase in overnight stays of 7.9 per cent by visitors from UK for January 2018, compared to the same period in 2017. Fri, 06 Apr 2018 08:32:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germany-sees-record-international-visitor-figures-for-eighth-consecutive-ye/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germany-sees-record-international-visitor-figures-for-eighth-consecutive-ye/ The German National Tourist Board, with its year end summary for 2017, is once more able to report a record result for incoming tourism for the eighth year in a row. Thu, 01 Mar 2018 10:58:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germany-holds-on-to-top-spot-in-henley-global-passport-rankings/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germany-holds-on-to-top-spot-in-henley-global-passport-rankings/ Germany has taken first place on the Henley Passport Index for the fifth year running, with its citizens enjoying visa-free access to 177 countries in total, up from 176 countries in 2017. Singapore ranks second globally on the 2018 edition of the index, with visa-free access to 176 countries. Tue, 09 Jan 2018 09:53:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-nations-lead-economist-tourism-sustainability-index/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-nations-lead-economist-tourism-sustainability-index/ France and Germany have topped a new sustainable tourism index from The Economist Intelligence Unit. The index, sponsored by Chinese tourism conglomerate HNA, is the first of its kind to compare countries on their commitment to develop and promote sustainable practices in tourism. Sat, 30 Dec 2017 11:05:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rosewood-hotels-unveils-plans-for-munich-property/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rosewood-hotels-unveils-plans-for-munich-property/ Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has been appointed by German real estate company Bayerische Hausbau to manage Rosewood Munich, which will open in early 2023 as the brand’s first property in Germany and seventh property in Europe. Thu, 07 Dec 2017 01:50:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lot-polish-airlines-connects-berlin-to-warsaw-with-new-flight/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lot-polish-airlines-connects-berlin-to-warsaw-with-new-flight/ LOT Polish Airlines now flies twice daily from Tegel Airport to Warsaw. With the attractive connections, passengers can easily get to the Polish capital and quickly transfer to numerous onward flights to eastern Europe, North America, central Asia and the Far East. Wed, 06 Dec 2017 05:47:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ryanair-moves-for-berlin-tegel-slots-following-airberlin-collapse/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ryanair-moves-for-berlin-tegel-slots-following-airberlin-collapse/ Ryanair has confirmed that it has applied for slots to base nine aircraft at Berlin Tegel. The new planes will be in addition to the nine Ryanair aircraft based at Berlin Schonefeld. Mon, 04 Dec 2017 10:37:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germany-sees-strong-tourism-growth-in-early-2017/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germany-sees-strong-tourism-growth-in-early-2017/ German incoming tourism continues to show steady growth rates. From January to September, according to preliminary figures from the Germany federal statistical office, 65.3 million international overnight stays were registered (in accommodation establishments with at least ten beds). Thu, 16 Nov 2017 09:15:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/holiday-inn-express-cologne-city-centre-opens-to-first-guests/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/holiday-inn-express-cologne-city-centre-opens-to-first-guests/ InterContinental Hotels Group has opened Holiday Inn Express Cologne City Centre, the largest Holiday Inn Express in Europe. The newly opened property boasts 323 rooms all featuring the next generation Holiday Inn Express design which balances home comforts with smart design features. Tue, 17 Oct 2017 08:58:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-visitors-boost-tourism-figures-in-cologne-germany/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-visitors-boost-tourism-figures-in-cologne-germany/ Cologne is more popular than ever as a leisure and business destination, as shown by the strong growth of its visitor numbers in the first half of this year. From January to June 2017, 1,756,377 visitors came to Cologne (an increase of 11.3 per cent) and generated 3,051,072 overnight stays in this city (an increase of 13.1 per cent). Wed, 23 Aug 2017 08:38:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germany-welcomes-increase-in-tourism-arrivals-in-early-2017/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germany-welcomes-increase-in-tourism-arrivals-in-early-2017/ Incoming tourism in Germany grew strongly in the first half of 2017. To the end of June, the Federal Statistical Office registered 36.7 million international overnight stays (in accommodation companies with at least ten beds), 1.2 million more than in the same period of the previous year – an increase of three per cent. Tue, 15 Aug 2017 09:02:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-leadership-for-german-national-tourist-board-in-london/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-leadership-for-german-national-tourist-board-in-london/ The German National Tourist Board has appointed Beatrix Haun as the new director of the German National Tourist Office for the UK & Ireland. Haun was previously director of the GNTB in France, based in the Paris office, and succeeds Klaus Lohmann in London. Tue, 08 Aug 2017 07:28:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nh-hotel-group-unveils-plans-for-new-frankfurt-property/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nh-hotel-group-unveils-plans-for-new-frankfurt-property/ NH Hotel Group has announced plans to open a new nhow hotel, its trendy lifestyle brand, at Messe Frankfurt in the city’s flourishing Europaviertel. At the beginning of 2021, the nhow Frankfurt will open in the One office and hotel skyscraper complex being developed by CA Immo. Mon, 24 Jul 2017 08:49:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ac-hotels-by-marriott-opens-latest-property-in-mainz-germany/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ac-hotels-by-marriott-opens-latest-property-in-mainz-germany/ AC Hotels by Marriott has opened today AC Hotel Mainz, the brand’s first property in Germany, offering entrepreneurial spirits a new way to hotel in the destination of Mainz. Fri, 30 Jun 2017 09:52:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hannover-set-to-host-routes-europe-in-2019/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hannover-set-to-host-routes-europe-in-2019/ The German city of Hannover has won a competitive bid to host the Routes Europe air service development forum in 2019. Thu, 29 Jun 2017 08:03:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-fontenay-set-to-open-in-hamburg-in-october/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-fontenay-set-to-open-in-hamburg-in-october/ The beautiful waterfront city of Hamburg will gain a new architectural landmark later this year when the 131-room luxury hotel, The Fontenay, opens its doors to guests on October 15th. Considered to be Germany’s most anticipated luxury hotel opening this year, The Fontenay will be located directly on the banks of Lake Alster. Thu, 08 Jun 2017 10:14:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germany-travel-mart-headed-for-dresden-saxony/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germany-travel-mart-headed-for-dresden-saxony/ The German National Tourist Board has awarded the 44th Germany Travel Mart to Saxony. The GTM cup was handed to Bettina Bunge, managing director of Dresden Marketing by 2017 host Jens Huwald, managing director of Bavaria Tourismus Marketing and Yvonne Coulin, managing director of the Congress & Tourism Centre in Nuremberg. Sat, 03 Jun 2017 02:54:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bollants-spa-im-park-appoints-lemongrass-marketing/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bollants-spa-im-park-appoints-lemongrass-marketing/ Lemongrass Marketing has been appointed by BollAnts Spa Im Park as their PR representative in the UK and Ireland. Lemongrass will be responsible for promoting the unique wellness and health retreat in the heart of the Naheland region near Bad Sobernheim, just an hour outside of Frankfurt with immediate effect. Thu, 25 May 2017 10:12:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flybe-adds-new-hamburg-route-from-birmingham/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flybe-adds-new-hamburg-route-from-birmingham/ Flybe has added a brand new year-round route to Hamburg from Birmingham, that will start on 10th July and operate a choice of up to four flights a week, with additional frequency being added for the upcoming winter programme. Sat, 13 May 2017 12:50:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/gregor-andreewitch-general-manager-waldorf-astoria-berlin/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/gregor-andreewitch-general-manager-waldorf-astoria-berlin/ Gregor Andréewitch, general manager, Waldorf Astoria Berlin, talks to Breaking Travel News about how quickly the city recovered from a terror attack in late 2016, what the future holds for luxury travel in Berlin, and what is happening at the hotel this year. Mon, 13 Mar 2017 14:38:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/europa-park-set-to-reopen-for-summer-season-in-april/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/europa-park-set-to-reopen-for-summer-season-in-april/ Europa-Park, Germany’s largest theme park, will reopen its doors on April 1st with a spectacular programme of seasonal events running until November. The summer season will be followed by a Christmas and winter schedule from November 25th until early January next year. Sat, 11 Mar 2017 01:39:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germany-sees-80-million-overnight-stays-in-2016/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germany-sees-80-million-overnight-stays-in-2016/ Germany registered more than 80 million overnight stays by international visitors for the first time in 2016. This is the seventh consecutive record result for the destination. Thu, 02 Mar 2017 14:23:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cologne-bonn-airport-welcomes-new-tap-portugal-flights-to-lisbon/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cologne-bonn-airport-welcomes-new-tap-portugal-flights-to-lisbon/ Cologne Bonn Airport has welcomed another new airline partner as it confirms that Portuguese flag carrier TAP Portugal will join the German airport later this summer. Fri, 17 Feb 2017 08:52:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-launch-new-flights-from-budapest-to-frankfurt/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-launch-new-flights-from-budapest-to-frankfurt/ Welcoming over 800,000 visitors last month, an all-time January high, Budapest Airport today celebrates another route announcement with home-based carrier Wizz Air. Boosting the Hungarian gateway’s links to Germany, the ultra-low-cost carrier has confirmed the launch of a daily service to Frankfurt, as of December 15th. Tue, 14 Feb 2017 09:41:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hamburg-airport-evacuated-as-unknown-toxin-harms-passengers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hamburg-airport-evacuated-as-unknown-toxin-harms-passengers/ Hamburg Airport in Germany was briefly evacuated earlier today and over 68 people experienced breathing difficulties after an irritant gas was released into the air. Both terminals were cleared and flights halted after people complained of eye irritation and breathing problems. Sun, 12 Feb 2017 21:55:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flybe-to-launch-jersey-dusseldorf-route-on-april/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flybe-to-launch-jersey-dusseldorf-route-on-april/ Flybe has announced it will operate a new Saturday service to Dusseldorf from Jersey during peak summer. The route will launch on April 29th and will operate until September 30th, maintaining the connection between the two destinations. Fri, 10 Feb 2017 08:39:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hamburg-touts-mice-credentials-as-elbphilharmonie-philharmonic-opens/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hamburg-touts-mice-credentials-as-elbphilharmonie-philharmonic-opens/ The opening of the new Elbphilharmonie philharmonic hall marks the start of a momentous year for Hamburg and a significant boost in the meeting and event offering in Germany’s second city. The Elbphilharmonie philharmonic hall officially opened earlier and is designed as a ‘rolling wave’ in homage to Hamburg’s world-famous harbour. Thu, 19 Jan 2017 09:13:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lorry-driven-into-christmas-market-in-berlin-leaves-12-dead1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lorry-driven-into-christmas-market-in-berlin-leaves-12-dead1/ A “probable terrorist attack” in German capital Berlin has left 12 people dead and a further 48 injured. A suspect is believed to have deliberately driven a lorry into a crowded Christmas market in the centre of the city. The driver of the lorry has been detained, with reports suggesting he is an Afghan or Pakistani asylum seeker. Tue, 20 Dec 2016 10:26:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyjet-launches-newcastle-berlin-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyjet-launches-newcastle-berlin-service/ easyJet has started two new services from Newcastle International Airport to Berlin Schoenefeld Airport and Las Palmas Airport in Gran Canaria. The two new routes are expected to carry more than 36,000 passengers in the first year. The airline’s new route to Berlin Schoenefeld is the only direct scheduled flight between Newcastle and the German city, opening both up to more tourism and making connecting between the two easier than ever. Sat, 05 Nov 2016 09:53:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saga-releases-new-germany-cruise-options-for-2017/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saga-releases-new-germany-cruise-options-for-2017/ Cabins on Saga’s river cruise which offers top seats for a thrilling André Rieu concert in Cologne, Germany, have been snapped up so quickly that another sailing has been released. Saga guests can now book the ‘Waltzes of André Rieu and the Rhine’ which departs on March 10th, 2017 and enjoy Category One seats in the Lanxess Arena to watch superstar violinist André Rieu conduct his 60-piece Johann Strauss Orchestra. Thu, 03 Nov 2016 10:24:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-to-increase-london-city-services-to-germany/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-to-increase-london-city-services-to-germany/ British Airways is providing more than 34,000 extra seats to Germany from London City Airport this winter with bigger aircraft and additional flights. Services to Hamburg and Dusseldorf will operate on the 76-seat Embraer 170 jet aircraft, replacing the current Saab 2000 turboprop. In addition the schedule to Dusseldorf will increase from three to four flights a day. Sun, 16 Oct 2016 09:49:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/student-hotels-moves-into-germany-with-berlin-location/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/student-hotels-moves-into-germany-with-berlin-location/ Adding to its twelve-strong portfolio of properties, The Student Hotel will open its first German location in the heart of Berlin in partnership with the European Student Housing Fund. The 17,000-square meter space is located on Alexanderstraße, in the immediate vicinity of the iconic Alexanderplatz, an area known as the Alexanderquartier. Tue, 11 Oct 2016 09:18:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihg-signals-german-expansion-with-novum-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihg-signals-german-expansion-with-novum-deal/ InterContinental Hotels and NOVUM Hotel Group, one of the largest hotel groups in Germany, have signed a development agreement spanning 20 hotels across Europe in markets such as Germany, Austria and Netherlands. The deal is the first venture together between both companies. Wed, 05 Oct 2016 08:52:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-frankfurt-rhine-main-germany/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-frankfurt-rhine-main-germany/ Welcoming more than 60 million passengers each year, Frankfurt Airport is one of the busiest in the world. However, few visitors realise the airport is situated in one of the most beautiful regions of Germany. Here Phil Sharp visits for Breaking Travel News to discover just what they are missing. Mon, 06 Jun 2016 09:45:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/strong-first-quarter-for-inbound-german-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/strong-first-quarter-for-inbound-german-tourism/ According to preliminary information from the Federal Statistical Office of Germany, 5.6 million overnight stays in accommodation properties of at least ten beds were recorded in March, 2016 – an increase of nine percent year-over-year. In total, 15 million overnights by international travellers were documented during the first quarter of 2016 – seven percent more than during the first quarter in 2015. Fri, 27 May 2016 09:53:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germany-lifts-luggage-restrictions-on-sharm-el-sheikh-routes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germany-lifts-luggage-restrictions-on-sharm-el-sheikh-routes/ Egyptian minister of tourism, Yehia Rashed, has welcomed an announcement that the German government will lift their luggage restrictions to Sharm el Sheikh. In a statement he said: “This is wonderful news for German tourists and for Egyptian tourism. “This will enable even more German tourists to visit our country and will be very welcome news for Sharm el Sheikh.” Thu, 12 May 2016 08:01:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-confertainment-at-europa-park-germany/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-confertainment-at-europa-park-germany/ While a theme park might not seem the most natural location for a serious business meeting, Europa Park could be just the destination to prove the doubters wrong. Here Breaking Travel News editor visits to see just what makes the destination one of the most visited attractions in Germany. Tue, 10 May 2016 13:36:42 +0000