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Ecuador promotes itself as unique sustainable oasis
The country’s Tourism Minister Niels Olsen was bursting with enthusiasm as he led a tour of the Ecuador stand followed by an exclusive interview with ITB Berlin News. The politician spoke about…
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Easy access and great air connectivity: How to travel to Georgia from Europe and the world
Travellers wanting to discover Georgia can benefit from the many international flights allowing for easy and hustle-free travel to ITB Berlin 2023’s official host country ADVERTORIAL A wide offer of air routes…
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Tourism improving the quality of life for Costa Ricans
Tourism is the number one economic activity in Costa Rica, and for William Rodríguez, Minister of Tourism, the sooner the tourism industry gets back to pre-Covid levels, the better ITB Berlin spoke…
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Italy put on a show at ITB Berlin 2023
The Italian National Tourism Board (ENIT) attended the world’s biggest travel trade show in Berlin last week with representatives from its leading regions The diversity of Italy’s tourism industry was on full…
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Discover one of the world’s most visionary holiday developers “putting people and planet first”
In an exclusive interview with ITB Berlin News, Abdullah AlZahrani of Red Sea Global talks about the pioneering project which is powered by 100% renewable energy The Executive Director of Brand Development…
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MSC Group’s Explora Journeys targets travellers with truly transformative travel experiences
Representing the ambition and long-held dream of the MSC Group and the Aponte family to redefine luxury ocean travel for discerning luxury travellers, Explora Journeys was back at ITB Berlin this year…
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Can we preserve the world while enjoying it?
In his session at this year’s ITB Convention, Professor Hans Joachim Schellnhuber outlined how the travel industry can tackle climate change and other major challenges. Professor Hans Joachim Schellnhuber, Founder and Director…
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Smart partnerships at the centre of ITB Berlin
The Case Studies: Smart partnerships event on day two of ITB Berlin 2023 spotlighted two dynamic duos, both showing how collaboration can take business to the next level. The event featured two…
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CSR at ITB Berlin 2023: Transforming tourism by integrating human rights
Child protection, equity, economic empowerment and climate justice are key for the sustainable development of tourism The Code ECPAT International, Roundtable Human Rights in Tourism, Studienkreis für Tourismus und Entwicklung, and Tourism…
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Diversity and Inclusion Track spotlights trailblazers in tourism
An eye-opening panel led by Rika Jean-Francois cast a spotlight on different perspectives regarding diversity and inclusion within the tourism and travel industry The panel was made up of Keshav Suri, Executive…
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Sustainability a top priority at ITB Berlin for the Western Balkans
In a milestone presentation which saw the signing of a joint implementation plan between Serbia, Montenegro, and Bosnia and Herzegovina, specialists in sustainable tourism from the Western Balkans offered their insights into…
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PATWA actively promotes inclusive and sustainable path for the travel industry
Founded in 1998, PATWA (Pacific Asia Travel Writers Association) has been present for almost a quarter of a century at ITB Berlin Secretary General Yatan Ahluwalia tells us more about the association’s…
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How Blockchain is changing the travel industry
Anke Hsu, Head of Business Development at Chain4Travel, delivered a presentation on how the newest technologies can drive the travel and tourism industry to new heights. Blockchain is arguably the most talked-about…
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Oman showcases adventure, culture and sustainability at ITB Berlin 2023
Azzan Qassim Al Busaidi, Undersecretary for Tourism at the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, talks about the importance of tourism for the country’s economy, and how the Sultanate is looking to develop…
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Georgia displays ‘Infinite Hospitality’ at its stand
The official host country of ITB Berlin 2023 demonstrated its generosity and flair when it came to welcoming guests at its stand. Visitors to the destination’s impressive stand in Hub27 were invited…
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Egypt enchants with magnificent stand decorated with Pharaohs and sphinxes
It was impossible to miss Egypt’s booth at ITB Berlin 2023 where ministers and professionals of the tourism industry met at the top of a pyramid. “The main thing we are promoting…
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Italy illuminates ITB Berlin 2023 with bustling business piazza
The Italian National Tourist Board (ENIT) made an impressive appearance, representing its 19 regions across a 1,400m2 stand. Innovation, experiences and new products were just some of the highlights put forward by…
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Bahrain bedazzles with live music, artists and crafts
Located in the middle of Hall 2.2, the Bahrain booth was accessible from all four sides to reflect the country’s geography as the only island nation in the Middle East. Its small…
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PATWA International Travel Awards celebrate travel trade excellence at ITB Berlin
The revered PATWA International Travel Awards returned to ITB Berlin once again. The awards have celebrated the finest and most innovative offerings in travel and tourism in the Pacific area since 1999,…
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ITB Berlin News – Review edition
Nothing will be the same again… ever… and thank goodness If anything has been learnt from ITB Berlin NOW this year, it is that while on the one hand, a virtual event…
