The International Tourism Trade Fair in Berlin presents the latest travel trends. There’s something for everyone – from luxury to package to solo travel.
A coffee in Cuba, homemade ice cream in Italy, and a caviar snack in Finland – all in under an hour. At the International Tourism Fair (ITB) in the Berlin exhibition halls, visitors can travel the whole world in a very short time. At least in their minds. For nearly 60 years, tour operators from all over the world have been making their way to Berlin. This year, 5,600 exhibitors from 190 countries are vying for the attention of around 100,000 expected trade
visitors.
Amidst real plants, wooden huts, and reconstructed airplane fuselages, deals are being negotiated. At one stand, visitors can use a VR headset to explore the Seychelles and swim in the turquoise sea. No one gets wet, though – but no one leaves feeling refreshed either. Hall by hall, the desire to travel grows, along with the wish to leave sunny but cool Berlin behind.
We’ve taken a look around and compiled five travel highlights.
4. Yoga, Kung-Fu, and Qigong in Albania
For those who find a classic beach vacation too boring, the hype around sports vacations and yoga retreats is a great alternative. Whether it’s Sylt, Upper Bavaria, or the Uckermark – all over Germany, vacationers can combine sports and relaxation. But even abroad, new travel providers are emerging that lure tourists with hiking tours and Kung-Fu on the beach. This year’s partner country of the ITB, Albania, is also part of this trend. The newly founded organizer, Retreats Albania, offers individual, group, and team-building retreats. You can bathe in hot springs, in airy caves, or even under a waterfall. If you’re longing for nature and want to avoid crowded tourist spots, Albania is worth considering.
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