Spanish Government declares FITUR an “Event of Exceptional Public Interest” for its contribution to the recovery of tourism In Spain

Details: Category: Venues & Events; Published: Tuesday, 19 January 2021 16:30

This designation is a major gesture of institutional backing for IFEMA and its International Tourism Fair and acknowledges its work to encourage business development and recovery in the tourism sector.
The Event of Exceptional Public Interest (AEIP) category is included in the National Budget for 2021. It will provide exceptional support over three years and further encourage the revitalisation of Spain’s tourism industry and its image as a tourist destination.

Banyan Tree launches new Spa in Krabi

Details: Category: Hotel; Published: Tuesday, 19 January 2021 16:15

Therapists offer ‘colour-calm’ advice to suit guest’s individual temperament
Banyan Tree Krabi, a 72-key luxury beach resort that celebrated its grand opening in October, has unveiled a new spa boasting a unique hydrotherapy facility and eight treatment rooms, each of which has been fitted with a selection of coloured lighting designed to help enhance the well-being of each individual customer.

Etihad Airways is one of the first airlines globally to launch IATA travel pass

Details: Category: Airport & Airline; Published: Tuesday, 19 January 2021 16:00

The International Air Transport Association and Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, today announced a partnership to launch the IATA Travel Pass for Etihad Airways’ guests. The IATA Travel Pass is a mobile app to help passengers easily and securely manage their travel in line with government requirements for COVID-19 tests or vaccines

Innovation network “Future Meeting Space”: digital event on 22 February

Details: Category: Venues & Events; Published: Tuesday, 19 January 2021 15:45

Presentation of research results on the future role of events in the communication mix of organisations
How important will events be in the communication mix of organisations in the future? Which type of new skills will be needed? What criteria can be used to measure the success of events? After 18 months of intensive research, the “Future Meeting Space” (FMS) innovation network of the GCB German Convention Bureau and Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Engineering IAO will present its latest research findings on these and other questions on 22 February 2021.