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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 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.…

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…

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…

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…

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 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…

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, 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 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…

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…

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…

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…

The Forbes Travel Guide is an internationally recognised authority on hospitality excellence and the Hotel Bristol Berlin is the latest addition to its illustrious list of annual ratings. Forbes Travel Guide recently announced its 2023 Star Awards, which recognises the world’s most outstanding hotels, restaurants, spas and cruises. The coveted top honour 2023 has been…