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Latvia celebrates Liepāja as the European Capital of Culture 2027

Nov 9, 2023  Read: 2 min.
Cultural aficionados and curious travellers will head to Liepaja in Latvia to discover the European Capital of Culture 2027. On 10 May, 2022, Liepāja in Latvia was named the European Capital of Culture 2027 following a competition between three Latvian cities - Liepāja, Valmiera and Daugavpils. The jury was composed of ten experts selected by…
Podcast Episode 19 Nov 21, 2023

🌍 Episode 19# Visit Finland

In this episode of the ITB News Podcast we will talk with Kristiina Hietasaari, Senior Director at Visit Finland about Finland's unique position as the world's happiest country and its influence on the nation's tourism strategy. She sheds light on how Finland's lesser-known status in the global market is counterbalanced by its impressive record in…
CSR Europe Responsible Tourism

LÜBECK REDEFINES ITS TOURISM VISION FOR 2030

May 30, 2022  Read: 3 min.
Lübeck in Schlewig-Holstein (Northern Germany), with its twin seaside resort city Travemünde, has recently unveiled their strategic vision for a green, sustainable and inclusive tourism developement until year 2030. The aim is to find the right balance between locals and visitors, between tourism development and sustainability. Lübeck is one of Northern Germany's tourist gems. The…
Asia News

Malaysia gives new impetus to its tourism industry following MOC with Emirates

May 30, 2022  Read: 2 min.
With Malaysia reopening its borders to the world without any restrictions, the country is again getting active on international markets. Bringing tourists from all over the world will be facilitated with the recent Memorandum of Collaboration (MOC) signed with Dubai-based carrier Emirates Airlines. Malaysia pulled the plug on most Covid-19 travel restrictions for fully vaccinated…
Europe News Trade Talk

ENIT relaunches Italy's image with brand ambassadors

May 27, 2022  Read: 3 min.
The Italian Tourism Promotions Board ENIT, together with the country's Ministry of Tourism, have recently unveiled a new image campaign aimed at boosting international arrivals to Italy. With a clear objective to rapidly reach numbers seen prior to the Covid crisis. Italy's new slogan is "Discover the Italy you didn't know". ENIT and Italy's Ministry…
Europe Transport

Travel around Germany for €9 by train and public transport from June 1st

May 27, 2022  Read: 3 min.
Starting June 1st, Germany proposes a €9 ticket to any passenger using regional public transport. With this offer, the German government aims to reduce oil consumption by inciting users to switch from private car to public transport. The special price will be valid until the end of August... The €9-Ticket initiative has been decided by…
Asia Transport

BALI WELCOMES AGAIN INTERNATIONAL AIRLINES

May 26, 2022  Read: 2 min.
Bali is again accessible with the lifting of restrictions for fully vaccinated travellers. International airlines are back and European travellers can expect better connections via Singapore or the Middle-East. Since the gradual lifting of Covid-related travel restrictions for travellers going to Bali, international flights are returning to the island. Singapore Airlines was the first carrier…
City Breaks Europe Hotels & Resorts Luxury Accommodation & Travel News

Nobu Hospitality continues European expansion with new hotel launch in Madrid

May 26, 2022  Read: 2 min.
Luxury hotel and restaurant brand Nobu Hospitality has announced the opening of its fifth offering in Spain in the capital city of Madrid. Nobu Hotel Madrid is located in the heart of the Cortes district, between Plaza de Cibeles and Puerta del Sol. The hotel will feature a three-level Nobu restaurant and bar, a rooftop…
Americas News Trade Talk

NORTH AMERICA TO REACH US$3.1 TRILLION TRAVEL AND TOURISM GDP IN NEXT 10 YEARS

May 25, 2022  Read: < 1 min.
North America's travel and tourism GDP is set to reach $3.1 trillion by 2032, according to the latest data by the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC). The latest Economic Impact Report released on May 16 predicts that the sector will grow at an average annual rate of 3.9% over the next decade.This places the…
City Breaks Cultural Tourism Europe

ISTANBUL, NEW HUB FOR THE ARTS AND THE CREATIVE INDUSTRY IN EUROPE AND THE ORIENT

May 25, 2022  Read: 4 min.
Istanbul is turning into one of the most dynamic cities in Europe for the arts and the creative industries. All over the town, new museums are taking shape accompanied by the emergence of new districts. The two most iconic development projects being for now the Galataport complex as well as the Tersane Istanbul Project. Both…
Americas Sports

Sports ETA in the USA releases its 2021 "State of the Industry" report

May 24, 2022  Read: 2 min.
US-based Sports ETA released its annual State of the Industry report which shows that sport events generated US$39.7 billion spending impact generating a total economic impact of close to US$92 billion for the United States, despite the pandemic. Sports ETA is the only trade association for the sports events and tourism industry in the USA.…

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