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ITB Berlin cancelled over coronavirus fears
Organisers of the ITB Berlin tradeshow have been forced to cancel the annual event as the world continues to battle a coronavirus outbreak. As many as 150,000 visitors had been expected at Messe Berlin, with the event due to start on Wednesday.
Decision expected today on ITB Berlin
The hospitality community is awaiting a decision on the hosting of ITB Berlin next week. With just days to go until the expected debut on March 4th, there have been calls from within Germany for the cancellation of the event.
Russia appointed Convention & Culture Partner for ITB Berlin
Russia has stepped up as the Convention & Culture Partner for ITB Berlin 2020. In the role, Russia will be represented with several sessions at the ITB Berlin Convention.
ITB Berlin 2020: Strong demand as hospitality industry prepares for annual showcase
With just weeks to go until the 2020 event, ITB Berlin is in strong demand. With 10,000 organisations and companies from over 180 countries attending, the event is fully-booked again this year.
BTN interview: Zina Bencheik, regional general manager, Europe, North Africa and ME, Peak DMC
As regional general manager for Peak DMC in Europe, North Africa and the Middle East, Zina Bencheik has been keen to grow the role of the women in the tourism industry. Here she talks to Breaking Travel News about her ambitions for the company
Breaking Travel News interview: Anastasiya Plekhova, assistant director of sales, Rixos the Palm
As the property rebrands in order to showcase its increased suite offering, Anastasiya Plekhova, assistant director of sales with Rixos the Palm, tells Breaking Travel News what the changes will mean for guests to Dubai.
Breaking Travel News interview: Irina Hebner, associate director of sales, Jumeirah Zabeel Saray
Considered the Middle East’s Leading Resort Residences by the World Travel Awards, Breaking Travel News here speaks to Irina Hebner, associate director of sales for the Jumeirah Zabeel Saray in Dubai, about what is on offer at the fabulous property.
Tourism industry in rude health as ITB Berlin comes to an end in Germany
Trade visitor numbers at the show rose to 113,500, a three per cent increase compared with last year, emphasising the important role played by the event.
Breaking Travel News interview: Christope Schynder, general manager, Sofitel the Palm
Christope Schynder, one of the most experienced hoteliers in the Middle East and currently general manager of Sofitel the Palm, speaks to Breaking Travel News during ITB Berlin.
flynas unveils new Umrah packages in Germany
The packages encompass a multitude of service including transportation, tickets, accommodation, and tours, to encourage visitors of the Holy Mosque to explore the Saudi Arabia’s touristic sites.
Haitham Mattar, chief executive, Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority
Breaking Travel News speaks to Haitham Mattar, chief executive of the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, during ITB Berlin in Germany. He tells about an upcoming tented village project on the Jebel Jais mountain and how important adventure tourism is to the most northerly of the United Arab Emirates.
Najib Balala, minister of tourism, Kenya
Najib Balala, minister of tourism for Kenya, tells Breaking Travel News how a focus on beach and safari tourism is paying dividends for the African destination. Talking to editor Chris O’Toole during ITB Berlin, he also reveals how infrastructure development is likely to prove vital for the future success of the country.