The World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) upcoming 25th Global Summit - the world's most influential global tourism event - will feature some of Italy's most prominent Travel & Tourism leaders, including the global body's Chair-Elect, Manfredi Lefebvre, one of the most recognised names in the industry.
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today revealed the first wave of headline speakers for its milestone 25th Global Summit in Rome, which includes a glittering line-up of some of the most influential figures shaping the future of the sector.
Many of you asked and we listened! With so many people away on summer holidays, we have extended the Early Bird rate for the DigiTech & Commercial Strategy Forum in the Netherlands. This gives you a little extra time to secure your place at the best available rate.
Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has signed a strategic partnership agreement with SYDEL, a French real estate investment company, to establish Dusit France – a joint venture created to bring Dusit’s unique brand of Thai-inspired gracious hospitality to France for the first time.
The Hotel Marketing Association (HMA) has officially unveiled the shortlist for its prestigious 30th annual Hotel Marketing Awards – marking a major milestone in championing marketing excellence across UK hospitality.
The 8th annual Luxury Hospitality Symposium (LHS) successfully concluded on March 19th, 2025, at the Autograph Bankside Hotel, London, leaving a lasting impact on aspiring luxury hospitality professionals.
The highly anticipated 8th annual Luxury Hospitality Symposium (LHS) will take place on March 19th, 2025, at the prestigious Autograph Bankside Hotel in London. This premier event, organized by academics and students, serves as a vital bridge between aspiring luxury hospitality professionals and luxury hospitality industry leaders.
Groupe Floirat, the long-standing leader in French luxury hospitality, announces its rebranding to Floirat Signatures, reflecting the group’s continued commitment to delivering exceptional experiences while embracing a refreshed identity.
Taking as its slogan ’The World of Travel Lives Here’, ITB Berlin 2025 is taking place from 4 to 6 March 2025. Fully booked halls and a record number of 5,800 national and international exhibitors (5 per cent more than in 2024) from over 170 countries underline the global reach of the World’s Leading Travel Trade Show, while the ITB Buyers Circle with its 1,300 senior buyers is an indicator of the industry’s upturn. Particularly in the key travel segments of Cruises and Travel Technology for example, but also in the dynamic markets of Southern Europe, Asia, Africa and the Arab states, there has been significant growth. Albania is presenting itself as the host country with the slogan ’Albania All Senses’. Taking as its heading ’The Power of Transition Lives Here’, the ITB Berlin Convention will address the challenges and opportunities of a changing market with high-profile speakers from companies including Expedia, DERTOUR, Google, Uber, Booking.com, Microsoft Advertising, Wyndham, UN Tourism, TUI, Ryanair and many more. The latest World Travel Monitor® findings of IPK International reflect the industry's positive mood.
According to guest evaluations, the best hotel in Bulgaria for 2024 is the five-star Voya Beach Resort in Sveti Vlas, closely followed by Kashmir Wellness and Spa (Velingrad) and the Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia.
The challenges and tasks facing a tourism industry in transition are the focus of the ITB Berlin Convention 2025, which takes place from 4 to 6 March at the Berlin Exhibition Centre. Under the motto ‘The Power of Transition lives here’, trade visitors can look forward to an ambitious and comprehensive programme with high-profile presentations and discussions on the future of travel.
UN Tourism’s (former UNWTO) new headquarters presentation is expected to take place amid upcoming elections for the Secretary-General, which will be held in May in Madrid, the capital city that hosts the UN agency.
The Hotel Marketing Association (HMA) is delighted to announce the 30th annual HMA Hotel Marketing Awards – marking three decades of recognising and celebrating marketing excellence within the UK's hotel industry. This milestone event will take place in June 2025, honouring outstanding marketing campaigns and exceptional talent that have significantly contributed to the sector’s success.
Mercure’s hotels are a gateway to the destination, inspiring guests to explore, connect and discover, while building a legacy of capturing and connecting to the essence of each destination, through meaningful experiences. The Accor (unpacked) video series returns to uncover more captivating stories from our hotels and brands through the voices of our teams.
Known for helping people experience the world, this December, Booking.com is offering the chance to travel back in time, as it opens the doors to the ultimate 1980s Christmas home, bookable for a one-off stay.
The online ticket shop is open now for tourism professionals and offers attractive early bird rates until 14 January 2025. Ticket holders have automatic access to the new ITB Match & Meet networking function. Senior buyers can apply now for the exclusive ITB Buyers Circle.
Zoku Paris is set to welcome its first “Writer-in-Residence” from November 8-10 as part of an innovative new project that delves deeper into the meaning of hybrid hospitality, and how it supports both a sense of belonging and productivity for today’s professionals.
Following HSMAI Europe’s recent successful launch into the Greek market, we are thrilled to announce yet another major step in our expansion through a new strategic partnership with Xenia 2024 exhibition, taking place from November 23-25, 2024 in Metropolitan Expo exhibition center - Athens, Greece. This collaboration represents a significant milestone in HSMAI Europe’s growing presence within the Greek hospitality sector.
Specialist hotel operating company, Resident Hotels, announced it has signed a franchise agreement with Marriott International to convert its four Sleeperz Hotels to the Four Points Flex by Sheraton brand. Following the purchase of a majority stake in Sleeperz Hotels by Mactaggart Family & Partners, the portfolio has been operated by Resident Hotels (also majority owned by the same family office) since November 2022.
Innovations are decisive for the success of developing and securing the future of the tourism industry. As the World’s Largest Travel Trade Show, ITB Berlin offers these innovations a groundbreaking platform. From 4 to 6 March 2025 the eTravel Stage, an integral part of the ITB Berlin Convention, will be focusing on technological change and digital progress in the travel industry. Experts can share their knowledge with an international audience of trade visitors at a total of five theme tracks. With the ITB Innovators, ITB Berlin puts the spotlight on the visionaries in the travel industry. The future-oriented platform presents the latest products, innovations and services by ITB Berlin’s exhibitors that have the potential to make a long-term impact on the industry.