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Cologne Celebrates the Diversity of Sport in 2025

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 29, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 29, 2025 – Cologne is gearing up to showcase the incredible diversity of sports in the city throughout 2025. A kickoff event on Monday, February 3rd, 2025, at the Deutsches Sport & Olympia Museum will highlight the exciting year ahead, packed with events that underscore Cologne's dedication to both grassroots and elite sporting activities.

Cologne's Sports Year 2025: A Celebration of Diversity

Robert Voigtsberger, Deputy Mayor for Education, Youth, and Sport, will unveil a dynamic program of events that promise to captivate sports enthusiasts and casual observers alike. From local competitions to international tournaments, Cologne's sports calendar will reflect the city's passion for athleticism and the unifying power of sport.

Faces of Cologne Sports: Inspiring Stories of Dedication

ITB Berlin 2025: Home of Luxury Takes Center Stage at Palais am Funkturm Berlin's Palais am Funkturm to Host Exclusive Luxury Travel Showcas

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 27, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 27, 2025 – ITB Berlin, the world's leading travel trade show, is set to elevate the luxury travel experience at its 2025 event. The Home of Luxury, a dedicated exhibition area for high-end travel providers, will move to the prestigious Palais am Funkturm, offering an exclusive platform for networking, events, and business meetings.

A New Home for Luxury Travel

Previously located in the Marshall Haus, the Home of Luxury's relocation to the Palais am Funkturm places it in closer proximity to the ITB Buyers Circle Lounge and one of the show's main entrances. This strategic move enhances visibility and provides a distinguished setting for luxury travel providers to connect with key buyers and industry leaders.

UN Tourism Champions Accessibility and Investment at FITUR 2025

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 26, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING Jan. 26, 2025 –  The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) marked a significant presence at the FITUR international trade fair in Madrid, emphasizing the importance of accessibility and investment in driving the tourism sector forward.1 The event, which ran from January 22-26, 2025, saw UNWTO celebrate its 50th anniversary and reaffirm its commitment to making tourism a catalyst for peace and understanding.2

FITUR 2025: A Platform for Collaboration and Innovation

ITB Berlin 2025: "Home of Luxury" Moves to Palais am Funkturm

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 23, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 23, 2025 – The luxury travel sector will once again be at home at ITB Berlin in March in the "Home of Luxury", which for the first time offers an exclusive platform for networking, events and meetings in the Palais am Funkturm. Exhibitors include Abercrombie & Kent, Hi DMC, Koh Jum Beach Villas, Grupo Vidanta and Lobster Experience.

Home of Luxury Relocates to Palais am Funkturm

From March 4th to 6th, 2025, ITB Berlin will once again present the entire spectrum of the tourism industry - including the world of luxury travel. The separate exhibition area "Home of Luxury" is moving to the Palais am Funkturm for the first time, one of Berlin's most impressive locations, thus offering an even more exclusive stage for the luxury travel segment.

CARAVAN SALON DÜSSELDORF Expands High-Profile Conference Program: "Destination Zukunft"

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 23, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 23, 2025 – The world's largest caravanning trade fair, CARAVAN SALON DÜSSELDORF, is further expanding its conference program with a focus on the opportunities of caravanning tourism for destinations. "Destination Zukunft" (Destination Future), which will take place from September 1st to 5th, 2025, will offer a central platform for exchanging ideas about current trends and developments in caravanning, camping, and outdoor tourism.

Expanding on Success

"After the great success last year, we have decided to further expand the conference program," explains Stefan Koschke, Director of CARAVAN SALON. “With ‘Destination Zukunft,’ we not only want to address current topics such as sustainability, technical innovations, and digitalization but also show the possibilities of how caravanning tourism can drive destination development.”

A First-Class Program

UN Tourism and CAF Join Forces to Promote Sustainable Tourism and Regional Branding in Latin America and the Caribbean

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 23, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 23, 2025 – UN Tourism and the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF) have formalized a partnership to bolster sustainable tourism and enhance the visibility of the region's unique brand.

A Shared Vision for Sustainable Tourism Growth

This collaboration, solidified through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed by UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili and CAF Executive President Sergio Díaz-Granados, aims to leverage the Regional Brand of Latin American and the Caribbean to attract investment, foster partnerships, and drive sustainable tourism development.

Fiat Ducato Dominates Motorhome Market for 17th Consecutive Year

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 20, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 20, 2025 – For the 17th consecutive year, the Fiat Professional Ducato has been crowned the "Most Popular Motorhome Base Vehicle" by readers of the German trade magazine Promobil. This prestigious award highlights the Ducato's continued dominance in the motorhome market and its reputation for versatility and reliability.

Ducato's Winning Streak Continues

The Promobil readers' poll, a key indicator of trends in the leisure vehicle industry for over 25 years, consistently places the Fiat Professional Ducato at the top. This continued success underscores the vehicle's enduring appeal among motorhome enthusiasts.

FIAT Professional Achieves Record Growth in Germany

Gebeco Kicks Off 2025 Trade Show Season with Focus on Personalized Travel Planning

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 16, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 16, 2025 – Gebeco, the renowned travel company, is embarking on a busy trade show season in 2025, offering personalized travel advice and early booking opportunities for discerning travelers. Following their successful participation at the ReiseLust fair in Bremen in early November, the Gebeco team is now gearing up for appearances at CMT Stuttgart, Reisemesse Dresden, and f.re.e Munich.

Personalized Travel Consultations at Major Trade Shows

Gebeco's presence at these key industry events underscores their commitment to providing tailored travel experiences. Visitors to the Gebeco booths can expect one-on-one consultations with experienced travel professionals who will help refine their travel plans and provide expert guidance.

Holland America Line Launches "Have It All Plus" Wave Season Promotion with Incredible Perks

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 16, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 16, 2025 – Holland America Line is making waves with its latest promotion, "Have It All Plus," offering travelers an array of enticing perks for bookings made during the wave season. This limited-time offer is packed with extras like cabin upgrades, onboard credit, and reduced fares for kids, making it easier than ever for families and individuals to experience the renowned Holland America Line difference.

"Have It All Plus" Takes the Popular "Have It All" Promotion to the Next Level

Building on the success of its popular "Have It All" promotion, Holland America Line is enhancing the value proposition for cruisers.

AL-KO Vehicle Technology Expands Aftermarket Services with New UK Customer Center

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 15, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 15, 2025 – AL-KO Vehicle Technology is further strengthening its commitment to customer service with the opening of a new customer and training center in the United Kingdom in March 2025. This expansion brings the company’s total number of European customer centers to nine, demonstrating its dedication to providing comprehensive aftermarket support across the continent.

Strategic Expansion to Enhance Customer Service