eTravel World is a new dedicated area at ITB China connecting established, start-up online focused and travel technology companies with buyers looking for the best technology solutions. From May 10-12, trade visitors can find out more about innovative products and apps for tour operators, the hospitality industry and destinations at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Conference Center.
Sage Hotel James Street launch event
Sage Hotel James Street is officially launching tonight, and more than 200 people will be attending from the travel, corporate, arts, fashion and entertainment industries in Brisbane.ÊBotanical Bar + Kitchen will be serving up treats that include a spectacular dessert bar and fashionable DJ Jonathan will be spinning tracks all night for the crowd.
Agilysys to showcase its industry-leading product portfolio at HITEC Amsterdam
Agilysys, a global provider of next-generation hospitality software solutions and services, has announced that the company will showcase its product portfolio at HITEC Amsterdam, demonstrating its leadership position in providing hospitality solutions to hotels and resorts throughout Europe. HITEC Amsterdam will be held March 28-30 at the RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre.
Opportunity to learn first-hand about World Tourism Policy in Lucerne
The fifth World Tourism Forum Lucerne will be held from May 4-5Êunder the title “stay relevant in uncertain times!” The Forum at the KKL Culture and Convention Center attracts top decision makers as forum speakers, such as Professor Simon Anholt, Independent Policy Advisor on National Identity and Reputation, who has already advised more than 50 countries on their “competitive identity”.
Headline speaker announced for The Travel Industry Exhibition and Conference 2017
The Travel Industry ExhibitionÊand ConferenceÊhas announced their headline speaker for both cities as Zelda la Grange, the Presidential Aide to Nelson Mandela. The conference will beÊheld in Sydney on July 19-20, Crystal Palace Luna Park SydneyÊand in Melbourne on July 25-26Êat the MCEC.
Got de France (Good France) is coming back this March
Over 2,000 restaurants in 150 countries will participate in the Good France/Got de FranceÊevent to celebrate French gastronomy on March 21. The event is inspired by Auguste Escoffier, who launched the ÒDners dÕpicureÓ (Epicurean Dinners) initiative in 1912, withÊthe same menu, on the same day, in several world cities, for as many guests as possible.
ITB Berlin: Google rejects belief it aims to become an OTA
A senior Google executive insisted the search giant has no plans to become an online travel agent (OTA), but conceded he could Òsee why people thinkÓ it will. ÒWe are not becoming an OTA, but I can see why people think the Book on Google feature makes us an OTA,” said Oliver Heckmann, Google Head of Engineering for Shopping and Travel.
Skl International returns from ITB Berlin with great optimism
Representatives of Skl International have just returned from Germany after attending the world’s leading travel trade show. With 26 halls fully booked, around 10,000 exhibitors from 184 countries and regions, the world’s premier travel and tourism event maintains its strong appeal.ÊÊÊ
ITB Berlin: Expedia Affiliate Network launches new Deals Finder tool
Expedia Affiliate Network launched its new Deals Finder tool with advanced filtering tools to the market at ITB in Berlin this week. The global search giant hopes the move will enable its partners to chose more specific hotel deals for their marketing campaigns and thus drive online conversion and increase brand loyalty.
Young Hoteliers Summit to tackle conventionalism and assess future of hospitality industry
For the eighth time, the Young Hoteliers Summit will take place at Ecole htelire de Lausanne from March 13-15. With panels, keynotes and workshops, the summit addresses topics concerning tomorrowÕs generation of leading hoteliers and aims to deliver innovative approaches on how to contribute to the future of the industry.
