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2012/03/12 CLOSING REPORT: A successful ITB Berlin 2012: More business concluded – Positive signals for continued growth in the travel sector
Satisfied exhibitors and considerably more trade visitors – Convention attracts over 20 per cent higher attendance – Egypt gains confidence of the international travel industry – ITB Berlin… -
2012/03/09 Making its debut: Presentation of the ITB World Music Prize 2012 awarded to Natacha Atlas and Amr Diab
The first ITB World Music Prize 2012 is dedicated to the official partner country Egypt and honours two musicians who “in their own particular way, have succeeded in delighting an international… -
2012/03/06 Opening Report ITB Berlin 2012: Taking the political pulse of the industry
10,644 exhibitors from 187 countries – All available display space taken – Record number of two-storey stands – New ITB Buyers’ Circle successfully established – Continued expansion of Travel… -
2012/03/05 ITB Berlin: Gay & Lesbian Travel section is booming
ITB Berlin reports growing interest in the Gay & Lesbian Travel section – Dertour and Embratur debut with their own stand at the Gay Pavilion – Launch of bookable ITB supported international… -
2012/03/02 ITB Berlin Convention with the who’s who of tourism, politics and business
Egypt’s tourism minister H.E. Mounir Fakhry Abdel Nour, ifo president Prof. Dr. Hans-Werner Sinn and TUI boss Dr. Michael Frenzel to speak at the world’s largest tourism convention – admission… -
2012/02/29 ITB Berlin 2012: Fact Sheet
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2012/02/29 ITB Berlin 2012 at a glance
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2012/02/29 ITB Berlin 2012: Hall Layout
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2012/02/28 CSR in tourism: a long-term topic at ITB Berlin
Forward-looking projects and new ideas on corporate social responsibility in tourism – ITB CSR Day with hot topics – human rights in tourism and sustainability certificates – new: practical… -
2012/02/23 Opening ceremony of ITB Berlin with leading figures from politics and tourism
Opening ceremony of ITB Berlin on 6 March 2012 with Governing Mayor of Berlin Klaus Wowereit, Federal Minister of Economics and Technology Dr. Philipp Rösler and the Egyptian Minister for Tourism… -
2012/02/23 Partner country Egypt at ITB Berlin
Grand opening ceremony on 6 March 2012 – numerous cultural events with typical national attractions at the world’s largest travel trade show – interactive communication via Facebook and Twitter… -
2012/02/23 The complete guide to ITB Berlin on your mobile
With the free ITB Mobile Guide app visitors to ITB Berlin are always well informed. This year’s trade fair guide has numerous new features, including “What’s on“, an overview of current events,… -
2012/02/22 ITB Berlin Convention: Younger generation on the platform
14-year old Felix Finkbeiner to give keynote speech on the future of mobility – Well-known German PUMA manager Jochen Zeitz presents future sustainability scenarios – ITB Berlin Convention… -
2012/02/16 ITB Berlin Convention: Think tank for the topics of tomorrow
Ifo president Hans-Werner Sinn on global economic developments – topics include tourism, technology, marketing, health at the world’s largest tourism convention – admission to the ITB Berlin… -
2012/02/14 ITB Berlin CareerCenter: main meeting place for career planners and tourism industry newcomers
Find the perfect job at ITB Berlin – the latest job vacancies and expert advice from leading tourism companies at the ITB Job Exchange powered by YOURCAREERGROUP and the MeerArbeit project… -
2012/02/09 eTravel World 2012
At ITB Berlin international companies present the latest innovations and trends in travel technology, a key market – workshops, papers and discussions with acknowledged experts – App Marathon… -
2012/02/07 More technology than ever
ITB Berlin expands its floor area for over 230 travel technology exhibitors from 15 countries Nowadays travel technology is omnipresent in the global travel industry: this includes the back… -
2012/02/06 ITB Media Day: the meeting place for journalists and bloggers
Open press conference of ITB Berlin on 6 March 2012 – followed by further press conferences with exhibitors – a major networking event for bloggers This year the media world is already gathering… -
2012/02/02 ITB Berlin Convention: power shifts in the hotel industry
The power of brands, safety in hotels and future workforce issues – leading international hotel experts and CEOs to debate the latest trends and challenges at the ITB Hospitality Day on 8 March… -
2012/02/01 PhoCusWright@ITB Berlin: Preeminent Travel Technology Conference to Host Key European Travel Leaders
7 March 2012 event includes interviews with the CEOs of Booking.com and ODIGEO Travel industry research authority PhoCusWright has unveiled a pioneering program for PhoCusWright@ITB , taking… -
2012/01/31 ITB Berlin 2012: driving force for new trends and established industry meeting place
High growth in exhibitors from the Asian-Pacific region – socially responsible tourism and gay & lesbian travel are booming –Travel Technology Hall booked up since December – Deutsche Lufthansa… -
2012/01/23 Business travel success factors in 2012
ITB Berlin Business Travel Days address hot topics Rarely have changes affecting the overall situation in politics, society and the economy had such a dynamic impact on the business travel… -
2012/01/17 MICE Day at ITB Berlin provides tips for event planners
Event managers can do anything, but one thing they should not be is boring. Customers and guests’ demands are growing day by day, and so there is a constant need for new ideas. This is exactly… -
2012/01/04 The entire programme, only a mouse click away: The ITB Berlin Convention in 2012
Numerous panel discussions on topical issues such as the euro debt crisis, the booming cruise industry and sustainable fuels – prominent speakers highlight new trends at the travel industry’s… -
2011/12/22 Cruise industry increases its efforts to protect the environment
Integrated approach all the way from ship construction to operation and the involvement of passengers - ITB World Travel Trends Report presents the latest trends and developments – Distinguished… -
2011/12/19 Young Chinese citizens say goodbye to group tours
New kinds of Chinese tourists are keen to experience individual travel – the economic boom and fascination with technology are driving their desire to travel – the ITB World Travel Trends Report… -
2011/12/13 A boost for South America – USA stagnates
South America benefits from stable growth – recession dampens US citizens’ desire for travel abroad – ITB World Travel Trends Report examines travel trends and opportunities in the Americas… -
2011/12/02 Rising earnings – more vacations: Asia’s travel market is booming
Growing prosperity boosts Asian-Pacific travel industry – ITB World Travel Trends Report presents opportunities and risks Rising earnings are fanning people’s desire to travel in the Asian-Pacific… -
2011/11/21 European tourism defies the euro crisis
Robust growth in European and international travel – city breaks and short trips preferred – only three per cent use smartphones to book trips Good news for European tourism: despite continuing… -
2011/11/17 ITB Berlin Convention 2012: The compass of the international travel industry
Podium discussions on the shortfall in workers and managers – ITB Mobility Day the new ”theme day” – ITB Health Tourism Battle, with visitBerlin as an innovative format for companies and destinations… -
2011/11/16 New ITB Buyers’ Circle
World’s largest travel trade show features new attraction for leading industry buyers – valuable services and latest information – applications invited online as of now An exclusive Buyers’… -
2011/11/09 Good prospects for business travel
VDR survey on the economic situation: findings reflect optimism in the short term – ITB Berlin Business Travel Days help to save money Over the coming six months the volume of business travel… -
2011/11/07 Back from the recession and in even better shape
Global travel industry posts all-time record figures and sets its sights on moderate growth again in 2012 Bucking the general trend and despite numerous local crises around the world the international… -
2011/11/04 Private consumption contrasts with current debate on Europe’s debt crisis
Ifo Institute: no cause for alarm among consumers yet – hopes rest with markets in Asia Berlin, 4 November 2011 . According to economic researchers the current debate surrounding Europe’s debt… -
2011/10/20 High charges discourage smartphone use abroad
New survey by ITB Berlin and Hochschule Heilbronn – high charges, safety concerns and the lack of a suitable device discourage European travellers from making use of local services Berlin,… -
2011/10/13 Indonesia – the official partner country of ITB Berlin 2013
Indonesia and world’s leading travel trade show sign partnership agreement Berlin , 13 October 2011 – In 2013 Indonesia will be the official partner country of ITB Berlin. Dr. Sapta Nirwandar,… -
2011/09/12 ITB Berlin the trendsetter in the gay and lesbian travel market
ITB Berlin is developing the dynamically expanding niche market for gay and lesbian travel - appointment to the supervisory board of IGLTA, a workshop in India at GITM, plus a dedicated event… -
2011/09/12 ITB Berlin the trendsetter in the gay and lesbian travel market
ITB Berlin is developing the dynamically expanding niche market for gay and lesbian travel – appointment to the supervisory board of IGLTA, a workshop in India at GITM, plus a dedicated event… -
2011/08/30 “Asian Top 3”: China outbound is growing faster than Japan and South Korea
Increases above all in travel to Europe – vacations an increasingly powerful motivation for travel, especially for the Chinese – Significant declines in foreign travel by Japanese expected… -
2011/08/18 Sporting holidays are gaining ground in Europe
Higher growth than cruises – German tourists keenest on sports – Austria the most popular destination for sporting holidaymakers Sporting holidays are destined to become a winning trend. According… -
2011/08/03 ITB Asia 2011 Announces Largest Ever Conference Programme
Enhanced knowledge platform and increased networking opportunities at the trade show for the Asian travel market Messe Berlin (Singapore), organiser of ITB Asia, ‘The Trade Show for the Asian… -
2011/07/28 Keeping healthy is increasingly important when on holiday
Health vacations are becoming more and more popular with German holidaymakers – Germany the largest market, followed by Russia – Spain the most popular destination for health vacations – Hungary… -
2011/07/20 ITB Asia 2011 Floor Space Sold-Out in Record Time
Robust APAC travel market spurs influx of new exhibitors and long-term partnerships Messe Berlin (Singapore), organiser of ITB Asia, ‘The Trade Show for the Asian Travel Market’, has announced… -
2011/07/18 Important ITB Asia 2011 Media Information
ITB Asia – Trade Show for the Asian market – will take place Wednesday, 19 October to Friday, 21 October 2011 at Suntec, Singapore. The show is being organised by Messe Berlin (Singapore)… -
2011/07/18 Over-fifties: a future market experiencing change
Right across Europe the 50-plus generation is an expanding target group – their holiday preferences are for beaches, excursions and city tours – German over fifties are losing their interest… -
2011/07/11 Nearly 20% of ITB Asia 2011 Hosted Buyer Programme Applications Hail from New Markets
Messe Berlin (Singapore), organiser of ITB Asia, the Trade Show for the Asian Travel Market, has received more than 940 applications for the hosted and partial hosted buyers programme to date,… -
2011/05/18 ITB Asia 2011 Trade Visitor Tickets Now Available Online
Buy your tickets online to take advantage of special rates Visitors interested in attending ITB Asia this year can now purchase trade visitor tickets at www.itb-asia.com and take advantage… -
2011/05/05 Holidays on the beach: a thing of the past?
A holiday experience instead of hanging out – Germans no longer want their holidays to be a passive affair. Latest ADAC Reisemonitor survey: round trips, city travel and cruises are becoming… -
2011/04/26 ITB Asia 2011 Launches Best Booth Design Award
Award celebrates creativity and innovation in booth design at The Trade Show for the Asian Travel Market – Messe Berlin (Singapore), the organiser of ITB Asia, is introducing an award recognising… -
2011/03/22 ITB Asia 2011 hosted buyers' registration opens
Introduction of partial hosted buyer category will see record turnout of buyers for this year Messe Berlin (Singapore), the organiser of ITB Asia, has announced that registration for this year’s… -
2011/03/13 C L O S I N G R E P O R T
Approx. 170,000 visitors at the world’s leading trade show for the international travel industry – Orders with a volume in excess of six billion euros and a good mood among exhibitors – Over… -
2011/03/11 Tsunami disaster in Japan: Sorrow and dismay at news of death and injuries
Messe Berlin has reacted with sorrow and dismay following the latest news from the disaster-struck areas in Japan and news of the tsunami threat to countries in Asia and Oceania in the Pacific.… -
2011/03/11 Egypt - the new partner country of ITB Berlin 2012 is optimistic about the future
Egypt is to be the partner country of ITB Berlin 2012. Mounir Fakhry Abdel Nour, the Egyptian Minister of Tourism, and Raimund Hosch, CEO of Messe Berlin, have signed an agreement to this effect… -
2011/03/08 ITB Berlin 2011 campaigns for the protection of children`s rights
ITB Berlin is campaigning to protect children against sexual exploitation in tourism – information on protection measures available to exhibitors and visitors – code of conduct to be signed… -
2011/03/08 ITB Berlin Convention - where are young people bound?
RUF Jugendreisen and iconkids und youth to report on travel trends among young holidaymakers – being with others and having fun is a major consideration – the industry’s leading think tank… -
2011/03/08 O P E N I N G R E P O R T
ITB Berlin fully booked again - 11,163 exhibiting companies and organizations from 188 countries World's leading travel trade show with diverse display featuring every aspect of the entire… -
2011/03/07 ITB Berlin: At a glance
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2011/03/04 ITB Berlin Convention - discovering Mongolia
The partner country of the world’s largest tourism convention – a colourful programme of shows, high-level discussion rounds and the presentation of the ITB Book Awards – the closing ceremony,… -
2011/03/03 Focus on adventure tours and eco-tourism
Experience Adventure in Hall 4.1, “Trends und Events” – 6th Pow-Wow for trade visitors under the slogan of “Glaciers – from the roof to the world’s end“, moderated by well-known globetrotter… -
2011/03/03 ITB Berlin Convention – international pioneers of solar- powered travel on the podium
The groundbreaking solar projects of explorers and innovative scientists – a high-level discussion round with the pioneers of the emissions-free transport industry – free admission to the ITB… -
2011/03/03 ITB Berlin 2011- the mystical attraction of the Silk Road, past and present
High-ranking delegates and decision-makers to attend UNWTO summit on the future of the Silk Road – travel destinations join forces to promote the Silk Road tourism brand – daily films and networking… -
2011/03/02 Political figures and celebrities at the opening gala of ITB Berlin
On 8 March Berlin’s Governing Mayor Klaus Wowereit, Federal Minister of Economics Rainer Brüderle, and Adam Giersz, Minister of Sport and Tourism of the Republic of Poland, will open ITB Berlin… -
2011/02/18 ITB Berlin - setting the pace for CSR in tourism
Focus on Corporate Social Responsibility in tourism at ITB Berlin – key discussions on sustainability at ITB CSR Day – new: Eco-Mobility Day highlights the future of transport Sustainability… -
2011/02/18 The complete guide to ITB Berlin on your mobile - for free
This is the third year that ITB Berlin is offering its visitors a trade fair guide for mobiles and smartphones. This year, iPhone and Android apps will be featuring a full text search for the… -
2011/02/16 ITB CareerCenter - find the perfect job at ITB Berlin
Main gathering place for job seekers and career planners in Hall 5.1 – current job vacancies and expert advice from leading tourism companies at the ITB Job Exchange powered by YOURCAREERGROUP… -
2011/02/15 ITB Business Travel Days – business travel market faces change
Mobile technologies improve productivity on business travels – practical advanced training courses for travel managers from 9 to 13 March 2011 – papers, workshops and networking opportunities… -
2011/02/14 ITB Berlin Convention: more knowledge, greater success
Industry members and leading organizations such as UNWTO to discuss the future of travel – pioneers of solar-powered travel invited as guests – latest edition of the ITB Media Summit – admission… -
2011/02/11 2nd Media Summit at ITB Berlin
“Who does the customer listen to? “ – Opinion-formers from the media and the travel industry discuss the influence of mobile apps and social networking sites and compare them with glossy magazines… -
2011/02/09 Bookings stable at ITB Berlin 2011
Significant growth in exhibitor numbers from Central America, Eastern Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and in the Travel Technology section too – The outlook is exceptionally good for ITB Berlin… -
2011/01/31 ITB Berlin: Travel Technology halls almost booked up
Barely a year has passed and a new generation of travel technology has emerged. Then as now, being part of the mobile internet, one that has made the dream come true of being able to book trips… -
2011/01/26 PhoCusWright@ITB Berlin: New strategies for exploiting marketplace chaos
Pre-eminent travel technology conference on 9 March 2011 during ITB Berlin – Leading thinkers and senior executives create a roadmap for navigating a travel market in flux – Trade visitors… -
2011/01/21 ITB Berlin eTravel World - added value for the boom industries mobile travel services and social media
Market segment expands with arrival of new exhibitors – eTravel specialists discuss social media and mobile strategies for business travel and tourism industry With leading new names participating… -
2011/01/18 Business class at economy prices?
First-hand expert knowledge on offer at ITB Business Travel Days 2011 – orientation for travel managers, business travel bookers and event planners All the experts agree that good travel management… -
2011/01/05 Hilton Worldwide Checks-In ITB Asia 2011
SINGAPORE and MCLEAN, Va. – Hilton Worldwide has been named the ‘Official Partner Hotel 2011’ for ITB Asia 2011 by Messe Berlin (Singapore) Pte Ltd, the organiser of ITB Asia, the primary business-to-business… -
2011/01/03 Facebook instead of postcards
ITB World Travel Trends Report predicts that social networks will have a massive influence on travel and booking behaviour – Mobile services continue to expand – New display and payment models… -
2010/12/30 Hotels of the future: Robots at the reception and individualized rooms
According to the ITB World Travel Trends Report technological advances are expected to produce some far-reaching changes in the hotel trade over the next ten years: ‘Smart rooms’ will adjust… -
2010/12/29 The Americas – a tale of two continents
Strong currency encourages Brazilians to travel and shop – weak US economy slows recovery of North American market – the latest findings and forecasts of the Americas Travel Monitor The travel… -
2010/12/14 Documentaries promote international understanding
International Delphic Council announces new short film competition – focus on a country’s cultural achievements – big closing event at ITB Berlin to present best films with awards A new opportunity… -
2010/12/10 Good prospects for Europe’s travel industry
Europe’s travel industry reports stable business in 2010 – gradual recovery expected in 2011 – Germany benefiting from rise in European tourism This year there was a slight upturn in Europe’s… -
2010/12/07 ITB Berlin Convention 2011
Visionaries, scientists and practical experts discuss forward-looking tourism trends and findings – with eco-mobility the new key topic in 2011 – Convention und Culture Partner Mongolia focuses… -
2010/12/06 Hall Layout ITB Berlin 2011
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2010/11/25 ITB Asia Launches Inspirational New Look
ITB Asia, the B2B travel show for the Asian travel market, has revealed a new identity for 2011. All branding for the event will feature the tagline “Truly Inspiring” accompanied by a smiling… -
2010/11/19 98% of Travel Industry to Maintain or Increase Social Media Spending
ITB Asia survey shows that social media is now a crucial branding and marketing tool, but its financial contribution remains murky An ITB Asia survey has revealed that 98% of travel industry… -
2010/11/17 ITB Business Travel Days – solutions for travel managers and event planners
MICE Day at ITB Berlin 2011 i n cooperation with the Association of German Event Organisers has tips for event planners – in-depth workshops and discussions on planning and optimising services… -
2010/11/12 International tourism enters a new age
China is on its way to becoming the travel industry’s dominant world power – ranging from groups to individual tours – big challenges lie ahead for job training in the tourism industry Over… -
2010/11/08 Consumer spending boosts economic growth
ifo Institute for Economic Research - travel industry among sectors benefiting from economic recovery It is expected that in the years to come Germany’s travel industry will benefit to an above-average… -
2010/10/20 Germans keen to travel once again – more than 70 per cent are planning a lengthy holiday trip in 2011
Germany’s resurgent economy sees its citizens keen to travel again – the latest ADAC Reisemonitor survey is upbeat about travel prospects in 2011 According to the latest representative survey… -
2010/10/05 New at the ITB Berlin Convention 2011
Eco-Mobility Day discusses eco-friendly strategies for the future Free admission to the Travel Technology sessions at PhoCusWright Popular ITB Media Summit to take place again As the world’s… -
2010/07/02 Egypt: Official partner country of ITB Berlin 2012
Cooperation between Egypt and the leading trade fair for the world wide travel industry officially agreed on 1 July 2010. as the partner country, Egypt will feature very strongly at ITB Berlin… -
2010/06/29 ITB World Travel Trends Report 2010: Chinese strong – Americans weakening – Europeans predictable
Travel trends of individual countries reflect economic recovery following the crisis China's exports have already acquired for it the title of the new world champion. In addition the current… -
2010/06/18 komoot wins award for best start-up at VIR Online Innovation Days
Messe Berlin to support winner with a high-profile display at ITB Berlin 2011 On 17 June 2010 at the Sprungbrett 2010 awards, part of the VIR Online Innovation Days, the winner in the “Best… -
2010/05/27 Travel à la carte instead of package holidays
Germans confidently prefer to make their own holiday choices – long-haul travellers continue to book package tours German holidaymakers are increasingly planning the best weeks of the year…
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