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The Philippines comes out in force at ITB Berlin 2025 with its biggest private sector contingent delegation

At a colourful cocktail hosted by the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB), Chief Operating Officer Maria Margarita Montemayor Nograles told ITB Berlin News why she feels so pleased to be back at ITB…
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Asia-Pacific records highest tourist arrivals progression in 2024

With a 33% jump in total international arrivals, Asia-Pacific became the world’s fastest growing tourism market last year. In 2025, Asia-Pacific tourism should finally put behind its pandemic years. Last year, over…
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Asia shows a strong presence across three halls at ITB Berlin

Asia has traditionally been hosted in Halls 26 and 5.2 at ITB Berlin and this is continuing in 2025. Large Asian nations, including China, Japan, Korea, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam…
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Sarawak, a food, nature and culture odyssey in Borneo

Sarawak, one of the two Malaysian federal states on Borneo Island is heaven for food lovers thanks to its blend of cultures shaped by the presence of 34 ethnic groups. From forest…
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“Visit Malaysia Year 2026”: A global invitation for unforgettable experiences

Datuk Manoharan Periasamy, Director General of Tourism Malaysia, spoke with ITB Berlin News about the “Visit Malaysia Year 2026” (VM2026) campaign and how travellers are being inspired to experience longer and more…
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“Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism and Sports Year 2025” launched in Europe at ITB Berlin

Thailand remains a top destination in Asia with over 35 million international arrivals in 2024 and US$53 billion in revenue. It is further capitalising on its tourism success with its “Amazing Thailand…
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MATTA showcases Malaysia’s varied tourism offer at ITB Berlin 2025

The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) is partnering with other Malaysian tourism institutions at ITB Berlin 2025. Vice President Inbound & Domestic, Ganneesh Ramaa, explains how he perceives the…
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Bangkok Airways soars to new heights with strong growth in 2024

Bangkok Airways President and CEO, Puttipong Prasarttong-Osoth, hopes 2025 will be another great year for business Thailand regional premium carrier, Bangkok Airways, enjoyed a strong year in 2024 as the airline reaped…
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Malaysia unveils a world of unique eco-cultural adventures at ITB Berlin 2024

Tourism Malaysia is introducing an array of distinctive travel packages at ITB Berlin this year, spotlighting the nation’s vast and varied niche tourism offers. This comes on the heels of an impressive…
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Malaysian state Selangor targets an influx of seven million tourists by the end of next year

ITB Berlin News spoke with Azrul Shah Mohamad, the CEO of Tourism Selangor, about the “Visit Selangor Year 2025” initiative What makes Selangor stand out on the market? Selangor boasts a vast…
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India’s incredible tourism offer on display at ITB Berlin 2024

India is back at ITB Berlin this year with strong tourism growth behind it. Last year, foreign tourist arrivals surged by 64%, reaching 9.24 million arrivals compared to 6.44 million the year…
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Asia tourism is gathering momentum

Asia tourism recovery was behind the rest of the world in 2023 due to the late reopening of countries. However, Asia tourism is now gathering momentum and should experience a very promising…
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Asia’s strong presence at ITB Berlin 2024 a sign of tourism recovery

With UN Tourism predicting the unleashing of remaining pent-up demand with increased air connectivity, Asian markets and destinations are expected to reach a full recovery by the end of 2024. The strong…
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The Philippines’ Bohol Island in the spotlight at ITB Berlin 2024

The Philippines is promoting its new tagline “Love the Philippines” at ITB Berlin this year as well as the island of Bohol, the country’s first UNESCO Geopark. The Philippines experienced a strong…
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“ITB Berlin is a must for Thailand’s tourism sector”

At ITB Berlin, Thapanee Khiatphaibool, Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand, wants to capitalise on European markets to promote the concept of a “meaningful holiday experience”. How was the year 2023…
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ITB Berlin “an important opportunity” for Indonesia

ITB Berlin News spoke with Indonesia’s Minister of Tourism Sandiaga Uno who is confident that the destination’s tourism figures will be back to 2019 levels this year. Are you satisfied with the…
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Malaysia warms travellers’ souls at ITB Berlin 2023 with hospitality and world class experiences

H.E. Datuk Mohd Zamri bin Mat Zain, Deputy Secretary General (Tourism), Ministry of Tourism, Arts & Culture (MOTAC), talks about the return of Malaysia to the international tourism stage in an exclusive…
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Taiwan brings traditional tea culture to ITB Berlin while meeting the European travel industry

Taiwan is back at ITB Berlin with more than 10 representatives, including travel agencies, airlines and cultural exhibitions. The Taiwan Tourism Bureau invited the country’s renowned artist Lee Wen-Cheng to help design…
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Indonesia focuses on quality over quantity with innovative tourism packages

The archipelago is highlighting five super-priority tourism destinations for international visitors including Lake Toba, Borobudur and Likupang beach. Indonesia’s minister of tourism and creative economy, H.E. Sandiaga Uno speaks to ITB Berlin…
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Thailand to expand European market reach at ITB Berlin 2023

The Tourism Authority of Thailand is presenting its new campaign “Visit Thailand Year 2023: Amazing New Chapters”. With a delegation of 70 Thai tourism companies, the country has made creating a more…