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Courtyard by Marriott Batumi gives travellers full Georgian experience

Travellers can discover Georgia in style at this impressive Marriott hotel, just 10 minutes from the city's historic downtown and city centre. Transition seamlessly between work and rest with dynamic guest rooms and collaborative public spaces. Connect with colleagues at The Bistro, offering seasonal dishes and classic cocktails, or relax at the Ananne Spa and…

Georgia’s all-round hotel with views over the Tbilisi Sea

Discover the Gulf Aquamarine Hotel and Gino Paradise at the Georgian stand at ITB Berlin. Overlooking the Tbilisi Sea, the accommodation is conveniently located 6km from Tbilisi centre and 15 minutes from the airport. Its impressive facilities include all-day dining and underground parking as well as a sumptuous spa and seasonal pool. Guests can also…

European tourism shines bright in 2022

International tourist arrivals in Europe reached 80% of 2019 volumes last year, making it the leading destination in the world, with over 585 million visitors, according to UNWTO With 80% of total pre-pandemic arrivals in 2022, Europe has been one of the most dynamic regions for the tourism sector according the the organisation. 585 million…

Great Britain turns heads with new marketing campaign ahead of coronation and Eurovision song contest

ADVERTORIAL Britain’s national tourism agency VisitBritain is promoting its new international GREAT marketing campaign at ITB Berlin – encouraging visitors to ‘See Things Differently.' Nick de Bois CBE, Chairman of VisitBritain, says he is "delighted to attend ITB Berlin as it is a valuable event to bring British tourism suppliers together with global buyers to…

Andalusia launches its most innovative tourism offering on record

Turismo Andaluz reveals the region's latest campaign, "Connecting the experiences of the future", which comes with a commitment from Andalusia – its most ambitious, unconventional, innovative and enterprising to date. ITB Berlin speaks the tourism organisation's brand new general director Lisardo Morán Urdiales about the campaign and what to expect from Andalusia at this year's…

Italy’s “recognised magnificence” on full display at ITB Berlin 2023

The Italian National Tourism Board (ENIT) is developing new and sustainable ways of experiencing travel ENIT's new CEO Ivana Jelinic discusses what makes Italy's multifaceted tourism offering so appealing in an exclusive interview with ITB Berlin News. How did the Italian travel and tourism industry perform in 2022-23? Even in a time of hardship our…

ISCHIA makes waves at ITB Berlin 2023

Last year Ischia was voted the most beautiful island in the world by the readers of Travel&Leisure magazine ADVERTORIAL The volcanic island in the Gulf of Naples has become famous around the world for its thermal baths and natural springs, as well as its exotic scenery and mineral-rich waters. Ischia has all of the ingredients…

Serbia tourism overtakes 2019 numbers in 2022

Marija Labovic, CEO of the National Tourism Organisation of Serbia, gives an overview of the country's rapid recovery and new flight connections in an exclusive interview with ITB Berlin News. How did Serbia’s tourism industry perform in 2022?Serbia had a record year as we overtook 2019 numbers. We recorded some 12.2 million overnight stays, about 2…

Mallorca’s film industry and gastronomy take centre stage at ITB 2023

The Consell de Mallorca, through the Mallorca Tourism Foundation (FMT), is back at ITB Berlin. The main themes which it is highlighting at the exhibition are the film industry and the island's rich gastronomy. Mallorca is presenting its Green Film Shooting Plan, an initiative developed by the Tourism Foundation of Mallorca with EU funding. It…

Latvia’s Riga Airport takes centre stage for Baltic region

Latvia has been strongly investing in its transport infrastructure, consolidating its position as a European transport hub. RIX - the Riga Airport, located just 15 minutes from downtown Riga, has positioned itself as an important growth engine for one of Europe’s most dynamic regions, providing quick connections by air, road, and high-speed rail to all…

Croatia to enjoy tourism boom after joining Schengen zone on January 1st

Croatia is a popular destination among European holidaymakers in particular and expects 2022 tourism revenues to be even higher than those of its record totals in 2019, research shows.

IATA confirms 2022 was year of recovery for airlines around the world

During 2022, there was a strong bounce back in air traffic, which reached 68.5% of pre-pandemic (2019) levels according to IATA. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) confirmed the recovery in air travel in 2022, with a full return to pre-pandemic levels expected for 2024. Higher profits are also forecasted for this year. 64.4% growth…

Deutsche Bahn offers more train connections in 2023

Deutsche Bahn is not only presenting its new 2023 plans at this year's show, but also taking part in two conferences at ITB Convention. Deutsche Bahn (DB - German rail) is presenting its latest innovations at ITB Berlin, including the integration of new ICE high speed trains (3 per month) as well as higher frequencies.…

Discover AirportTransfer.com’s new online marketplace shaking up the world of holiday taxis

Innovative company AirportTransfer.com is aiming to ease the lives of travellers who are flying all over the world at ITB Berlin 2023. The global online marketplace offers alternate solutions to accommodate each traveller's preference by bringing local ground transportation companies and passengers together in a more efficient and personal way. Customers can search, compare, and book…

Lufthansa presents new “First Class Suite Plus” – private room above the clouds

The airline is also launching its new long-haul Allegris product, which will bring new seats and new travel experience in all classes on long-haul routes Lufthansa is expanding its premium First Class offering with the "Suite Plus," a separate double cabin with ceiling-high walls and an entirely closable door, large table and two wide seats…

Relocation to Wales becomes major growth catalyst for online car rental platform Finalrentals

Online car rental business Finalrentals, the brainchild of Pakistan-born Ammar Akhtar, is used by local car rental businesses throughout the world, including Canada, the United States of America and United Arab Emirates. Established in Dubai in 2019, Finalrentals moved to Wales and benefited from the FinTech Wales’ Foundry – a no equity accelerator programme providing…

UNIFIFI empowers travel agents with all-in-one B2B flight platform

ADVERTORIAL "With UNIFIFI Cloud’s APIConnect and AgentConnect portal, travel sellers can benefit from the hyper-efficiency of our real-time end-to-end flight shopping and support of the world content," says co-founder and COO Afra Wang. The company is presenting its UNIFIFI Cloud at ITB Berlin 2023, an all-in-one B2B flight content supply, fulfilment & service solution. Ms…

IDeaS unlocks power of automation with RMS at ITB Berlin 2023

IDeaS is showcasing the advantages of its revenue management solutions for the tourism industry at ITB Berlin 2023 through a series of presentations, panel discussions and Fireside Chats. IDeaS is a SaaS company and one of the leading providers of revenue management solutions (RMS) in the world. With over 30 years’ experience, IDeaS provides revenue…

DidaTravel takes off with its first GDS partner for flight sales expansion

Could you be the next travel pioneer to join forces with DidaTravel? Visit the integrated travel service provider at ITB Berlin 2023. The company appointed Travelport as its first GDS partner for flight sales expansion last October. It comes after the launch of its B2B flight booking GDS portal which enables its 23,000 B2B buyers…

RoomRaccoon boosting presence in German-speaking countries

RoomRaccoon, a leading all-in-one Hotel Management System (HMS) for independent hotels, is at ITB Berlin 2023 with plans to expand its representation in the German-speaking markets. The announcement aligns with RoomRaccoon’s robust growth and development strategy, which will see the company add a significant presence in its key source markets in 2023. This growth supports…

GauVendi Brings Hyper-Personalisation to the Hospitality Industry

GauVendi is presenting buyers at ITB Berlin 2023 with its new sales engine offering 'hyper-personalisation'. Founded in 2020 by experienced industry experts, GauVendi offers a comprehensive solution for sales, revenue, and automation with its groundbreaking AI-powered central sales system. The poly-dynamic and feature-based inventory management allows hoteliers to decouple the physical room from the product…

Three amazing places to discover in vicinity of ITB Berlin

Great sightseeing is available not far from Messe Berlin, where the trade show is taking place. Among them are Berlin's best preserved baroque castle, the legendary Olympic stadium and the fortress of Spandau, with an exhibition of Berlin's removed statues... If you have some time to stroll around Berlin, there is no need to venture…

Enjoy delicious French cuisine on Berlin’s riverfront

ADVERTORIAL Ganymed Brasserie is full of French flair with an exquisite menu featuring fresh fish, oysters, shrimp and shellfish, as well as the finest filet and steaks from a lava stone grill. Reserve a table at the Ganymed Brasserie during your visit to ITB Berlin and enjoy French delicacies at the highest culinary level. In…

Try l’Entrecôte, a typical French restaurant in the heart of Berlin…

ADVERTORIAL "C'est bon". Don't be surprised to hear some French expressions at Entrecôte, a restaurant and brasserie in the heart of Berlin that captures the essence of Paris. Many guests - including numerous French visitors - say that there is definitely a Parisian touch at Entrecôte.  L'esprit brasserie, this attitude to life that characterises so…

Visit Brechts Steakhaus, a meat lovers’ paradise in the heart of Berlin

Attendees of ITB Berlin are invited to wine and dine at the city's delicious grill restaurant, the perfect meal in-between deals. Celebrate the day's business and invite your team for a delicious meal at Brechts Steakhaus, overlooking the Spree River. Fantastically located in the heart of Berlin, the restaurant gives visitors a chance to explore…

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