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ITB Berlin is Cancelled for the First Time in 54 Years

2020-03-02 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Dr. Christian Göke, CEO of Messe Berlin

The ever increasing spread of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 has now forced the Federal Ministry of Health and the Federal Ministry of Economics of Germany to cancel ITB Berlin. The news from the exhibition’s organizer Messe Berlin announced on Friday night. The show, scheduled to run between March 4-8 in Berlin, is one of the most anticipated travel industry events in […]

Tags: Dr. Christian Göke, ITB Berlin, ITB Berlin 2020, ITB Berlin 2021, Messe Berlin, tourism events, trade shows, travel events, travel industry, Wolf-Dieter Wolf

Coming up December 5th thru 8th ILTM Cannes

2016-12-02 by Aleksandr Shatskih

ILTM Cannes

Coming up December 5 – 8 at the Palais des festivals in Cannes, France, the International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM) promises attendees an an unmatched collection of international travel experiences.

Tags: Cannes, Cannes events, events, ILTM, ILTM Global Forum, luxury travel, travel events

Q & A With Sion Rapson of the World Travel Awards

2014-06-05 by Phil Butler

Recently I had the distinct pleasure of speaking with Sion Rapson (at left), and industry expert of merit who has helped the world recognize excellence in the travel industry immeasurably. Rapson, Director of Global Business for the distinguished World Travel Awards, spoke candidly before and after a Q & A for Eye for Travel. The full interview and some added takeaways are cited below, followed by a brief summary.

Tags: airline awards, Athens events, destination awards, hotel awards, ITB, Sion Rapson, tourism, travel awards, travel events, World Travel Awards, WTA, WTM

Questex Hospitality + Travel Updates Luxury Travel Event

2013-03-14 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Last year's luncheon

Questex Hospitality + Travel has announced having revamped their 2013 Luxury Travel event. This year attendees, agents, and sponsors will experience a far more rich event with greater networking and visibility than ever before.

Tags: Las Vegas events, tourism events, travel conference, travel events, travel meetings

Global Business Travel Association Launches Russia Chapter

2013-01-29 by Aleksandr Shatskih

The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), one of the most prominent organizations of the global business travel industry, has just announced the opening of its GBTA Russia Chapter. The launch of the GBTA Russia activities also marks the association’s milestone of being active in and having membership in all BRIC regions.

Tags: GBTA, GBTA Russia Chapter, Russia, travel events, travel meetings, travel organization

WTM 2012 Kicks Off

2012-11-05 by Aleksandr Shatskih

WTM London for 2012

This morning the much awaited World Travel Market opens in London. WTM 2012 will see some 157 new entries to exhibit among the world’s leading tourism, technology, and hospitality companies of every sort. Taking place at the ExCel from the 5th through the 8th, Reed Exhibitions’ yearly event will see even more notoriety and reach this year.

Tags: conferences, hospitality events, tourism events, travel events, travel tech, WTM 2012

Around the World in 80 Hours Comes to Frankfurt

2012-10-16 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Around the World in 80 Days

Coming to Frankfurt October 20th through 27th, Around the World in 80 Hours is an immersive training experience focused on business travel management. The program is designed for travel professionals and university students to glean knowledge in global corporate travel.

Tags: courses, Frankfurt, seminars, training, travel events

Asian Games Get Underway In Guangzhou Today

2010-11-12 by Phil Butler

The torch relay begins

The Asian Games get underway today with a great deal of fanfare. China Premier Wen Jiabao and a laundry list of dignitaries are scheduled to witness what could be China’s biggest light show ever. A river spectacle is set for the opening of the 16th contingent of the games.

Tags: Asia travel, Asia travel events, Asian athletics, Asian Games, Asian tourism, athletic events, Beijing, China athletics, China events, China travel, Fall events, Lingnan culture, travel events, Wen Jiabao

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The Six Pufferfish Species Found in Greek Waters

2026-07-08 By Mihaela Lica Butler

From the infamous Silver-cheeked Toadfish, whose powerful bite and deadly toxin have made headlines across the Mediterranean, to tiny deep-water species that most swimmers will never encounter, these invasive fish are now part of Greece’s marine life.

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Search Intensifies After Missing Spearfisher’s Gear Found Off Frangokastello

2026-07-08 By Manuel Santos

A Frontex thermal drone and multiple vessels search for a 65-year-old missing spearfisherman in Crete after his gear was found 5 nautical miles offshore.

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Luxury Cruise Ship Silver Nova Makes First Visit to Heraklion

2026-07-08 By Argophilia Travel News

Heraklion welcomed a new addition to its growing cruise portfolio this week as the luxury cruise ship Silver Nova made its first-ever visit to the Cretan capital. The maiden call was marked by the traditional plaque exchange ceremony aboard the vessel, attended by representatives of the Heraklion Port Authority, the Hellenic Coast Guard, and the […]

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Chania Municipal Market Targets September Reopening After Years of Restoration

2026-07-08 By Iorgos Pappas

Chania’s restored Municipal Market is expected to reopen in September, with shop owners beginning work on their premises during July.

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Heraklion Restaurants See Plenty of Visitors but Less Spending This Summer

2026-07-08 By Victoria Udrea

Heraklion’s hospitality sector says visitor numbers remain strong, but cautious spending and rising costs are squeezing restaurant businesses.

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