World video travel guide

NewsGermany • 2013-02-06

Select the country and object's type ITB Berlin: Danube countries combine to put on a strong display

Eight countries bordering the Danube provide information on holidays at the world’s leading travel trade show – guided tours for trade visitors and the media – prize competition for the public – ITB Berlin Convention features debate on political visions and tourism on the Danube

Berlin, 6 February 2012 – From 6 to 10 March 2013 at ITB Berlin the eight Danube countries will be hosting numerous activities showcasing the opportunities for tourism along Europe’s second-longest river. This is the second year that Germany, Austria, Hungary, the city and region of Bratislava, Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania and Moldova will be presenting the region’s cultural diversity and a wide range of opportunities for holidaying on the Danube. Thus from 6 to 8 March, on the days reserved for trade visitors, both they and the media can take part in guided tours of the stands of the eight countries on the Danube. Among other events the ITB Berlin Convention will feature a discussion round on “Destination Danube – from a political vision to market-ready tourism opportunities.“ On the Open Days of ITB members of the public can take part in a competition and will have a chance to win a cruise on the Danube. The activities of the Danube countries at the world’s leading travel trade show are sponsored by the Danube Competence Centre in Belgrade.

Dr. Martin Buck, the director of the Competence Center Travel & Logistics, Messe Berlin: “Cooperation among the countries on the Danube has created huge prospects for tourism in this region. The many activities hosted by the Danube countries at ITB Berlin, in which trade visitors and the public can take part, point the way ahead for tourism in this region and will attract the attention of large numbers of holidaymakers and tourism experts.“

From 6 to 8 March trade visitors and journalists taking part in the guided tours of the stands of the Danube countries can find out about the wide-ranging opportunities for holidaying in this region. On 6 March this year’s ITB Buyers Circle will also be devoting an event to the topic of the Danube. Admission to this event is free for the members of the global travel industry’s exclusive buyers’ circle and for the guests of the Danube countries. At a business matchmaking event they can also exchange information on the latest market developments and prospects for this region. On 7 March from 12.45 to 1.30 p.m. at the ITB Destination Days, part of the ITB Berlin Convention, the focus will also be on the Danube. At this event involving EU members and travel industry decision-makers the topics will range from a political vision to the business prospects for tourism in the Danube region. Examples of best practices will highlight the ways in which cross-border tourism can succeed.

Members of the public interested in finding out more about the Danube region will have the opportunity to do so on the Open Days at ITB on 9 and 10 March. “Passports to the Danube“ will be handed out at the entrances to the exhibition grounds. Visitors can obtain stamps from the stands of the Danube countries and holders of a fully stamped passport will be able to take part in a prize draw. The first prize is a cruise on the Danube.

RSS RSS All news

 

Related objects

Bavaria

Regions, areas, large resorts Bavaria

Bavaria - a paradise for mountain tourism, water sports and skiing. Magnificent nature, clean air, historic attractions, cozy hotels and lifestyle attract travelers from all over the world

Cologne

Cities  
Cologne

Dresden

Cities  
Dresden

Duesseldorf

Cities Duesseldorf

Duesseldorf, more than 700 years old city, is saturated with an outstanding architecture, old breweries and pubs, student cafes, restaurants, bars and cheap shops

Frankfurt

Cities Frankfurt

Frankfurt - both economic and cultural capital of Germany. There are good theaters, interesting museums and art galleries. International fairs often take place here

Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

Regions, areas, large resorts Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

Countless monuments of medieval architecture have survived in former Hanseatic cities of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

Munich

Cities Munich

Munich - the capital of Bavaria - a major financial, industrial and cultural center of Germany. Bavarian beer is famous all over the world

Saxony

Regions, areas, large resorts Saxony

Among the main attractions of Saxony are: Dresden Zwinger Palace, the palace of Moritzburg, the Klaffenabah castle, Pillnitz palace and park, garden and park ensemble of Heidenau-Groszedlitz and many others

Berlin

Cities Berlin

Cathedrals and churches, museums and theaters tell about history of Berlin. Modern skyscrapers, shopping centres, restaurants and nightclubs give a spirit of today

Lübeck

Cities  
Lübeck

Nuremberg

Cities  
Nuremberg

Weimar

Cities  
Weimar

Food and Wine in Germany

World Culinary  
Food and Wine in Germany

Isar River

Rivers, channels  
Isar River

Middle Rhine

Mountains, caves, canons  
Middle Rhine

Zugspitze Mountain

Mountains, caves, canons Zugspitze Mountain

The Zugspitze Mountain (2964 meters) is a perfect place for skiing all the year round. Prices at hotels and resorts are more moderate in comparison with the rest of the Alps