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ITB Berlin’s 360-degree approach includes mastering the challenges of digitalisation
ITB Berlin opened in Berlin on Monday with fascinating answers to global challenges. At the opening press conference Dr. Mario Tobias, CEO of Messe Berlin GmbH, was optimistic that in the wake of the pandemic and following the release of the latest figures, the industry was on course for stable growth. H.E. Azzan bin Qassim al Busaidi, Undersecretary of Tourism of the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism in Oman, this year’s host country, said tourism was “a bridge to peace“ for the world.
UKRAINE SHOWCASE “WE ARE HERE” CAMPAIGN WITH POIGNANT VIDEO AT ITB BERLIN
The State Agency for Tourism Development of Ukraine (SATD) has unveiled a new campaign entitled “We Are Here: Brave Hearts of Ukraine” during the ITB Congress in Berlin.
World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (‘WSTHA’) Advisory Board unveils categories
The World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (WSTHA) has unveiled 21 categories for its inaugural global programme, which aims to recognise and share the stories of individuals and organisations making an impactful contribution in sustainable travel and tourism.
ITB day One - A great start to the event and BTN was there to capture the best images.
BTN and its team were out in force across the many halls to bring you images from day one of the show.
Emirates welcomes key dignitaries at ITB Berlin 2024
Emirates has showcased its latest innovations to key dignitaries at ITB Berlin 2024.
Oman sets $31bln investment plan for tourism by 2040
Oman has planned to invest over US$31bn by 2040 in the tourism sector, H E Azzan al Busaidi, Undersecretary for Tourism, stated at ITB Berlin.
Qatar Airways Raises the Curtain on the Future of Travel at ITB Berlin 2024
The Best Airline in the Middle East revealed its increased flight frequencies to 15 global destinations in the next 12 months, including additional flights to Berlin starting this winter
Minor Hotels Announces the Signing of Anantara Zanzibar Resort
Minor Hotels, an international hotel owner, operator and investor with more than 540 hotels in 56 countries in Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe and the Americas, announces the signing of a new Anantara resort to be developed in Zanzibar, Tanzania. Located on the northern coast of Zanzibar Island, the group will launch the 181-key Anantara Zanzibar Resort in 2027.
WTTC’s Hotel Sustainability Basics Surpasses 1,700 Properties
The World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) Hotel Sustainability Basics (Basics), the global initiative helping hoteliers on their first steps to improve their sustainability ratings, has reached a significant milestone with over 1,700 hotels verified across 70 countries worldwide.
World travel industry leaders flock to ITB Berlin 2024
The much-anticipated ITB Berlin, the world’s premier B2B travel show, has kicked off on the Berliner Exhibition Grounds, showcasing an impressive international presence and a diverse range of exhibitors from across the globe.
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, returns to ITB Berlin
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, returns to ITB Berlin this week to reveal its latest news, developments and expansion plans to the world’s travel trade. Having celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2023, the company is now embarking on a sustainable strategy that will introduce its unique style of family-centric hospitality to multiple new markets, as it strives to become one of the planet’s top 100 hotel operators by 2027.
Experience Abu Dhabi brings unique culture and tourism experiences to ITB Berlin
Experience Abu Dhabi is bringing authentic Emirati hospitality to ITB Berlin, showcasing the very best of the destination alongside a host of partners from the Abu Dhabi tourism sector.