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Italian Exhibition Group (IEG): at TTG Travel Experience (Italy)

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Award-winning chefs and wild journeys feature for an unforgettable edition

Wanted: unforgettable travel under the banner of sport, wellness, food service, hospitality and local areas. This is what visitors to Rimini expo centre in Italy will find at the 56th TTG Travel Experience, being held byItalian Exhibition Group (IEG), from 9th to 11th October, simultaneously with SIA Hospitality Design and Sun Beach & Outdoor Style.

TTG Travel Experience is the most important Italian B2B expo on tourism: ranging from vacation products to the hospitality sector, outdoor and beach facilities, and able to attract the entire Travel Industry supply chain.

TTG Travel Experience features three macro expo areas: Italia, absolutely the world’s top showcase of everything Italy’s regions offer tourists; Global Village, with a growth in the participation of European destinations; and The World, with an ample representation of countries in America and Asia.

There will also be the inauguration of the Eatexperience (Explore, taste, enjoy) and Be Active (Adventure, Sport, Wellness) exhibitions for trade members interested in providing gourmet, innovative and travelling tourism solutions in Italy [223 million euros were spent in 2017 by foreign tourists on food and wine tourism in Italy, 70% more than 2013 (Source: Enit)]; whereas in 2016, 18.6% of the foreign tourists stated that sport was the motivation of their vacations (Source: CST).

In the Eatexperience area, preparations are under way for a multitude of scheduled events, starting with the one with the Gualtiero Marchesi Foundation, which will present the world tour of Marchesi cuisine, from Chicago to Tokyo and the major European capitals (Paris, London  and Berlin), as well as the Lake Como case history by exceptional guest Andrea Berton, award-winning chef and disciple of Gualtiero Marchesi; Le strategie globali nel turismo gastronomico e del vino (Global strategies in gastronomic and wine tourism) by Luiss Guido Carli, plus the meeting on how people’s search for gastronomic experiences will change in the hyper food world, presented by means of the analysis of Industry Vision IEG.

For information, go to en.ttgexpo.it.

FOCUS ON: TTG TRAVEL EXPERIENCE – SIA HOSPITALITY DESIGN – SUN BEACH&OUTDOOR STYLE

Classification: international expos; Organizer: Italian Exhibition Group SpA; frequency: annual; edition: 56th TTG, 68th SIA, 37th Sun; admittance: trade visitors only; tickets: free, on invitation; hours: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm (last day 10:00 am – 5:00 pm); Exhibitions Italy Director: Patrizia Cecchi; exhibitor info: tel. +39 02 806892; e-mail: [email protected]; Web sites: www.ttgexpo.it  #TTG19 – www.siaexpo.it #SIA19 – www.sunexpo.it #SUN19 – #THINKFUTURE

Italian Exhibition Group Press Contacts:

Press Office Manager: Marco Forcellini

International Press Office Coordinator: Silvia Giorgi
silvia.gi[email protected]
P. +39-0541-744814  

Mexico travel company Aldila Agencia de Viajes joins the UNIGLOBE Travel network

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Aldila Agencia de Viajes, with four locations in the Mexican states of Chihuahua and Nuevo Leon, has joined UNIGLOBE Travel International as a Global Partner.  

UNIGLOBE Aldila is a family-owned business and has been serving travel clients in Northern Mexico for more than 40 years. The company is headquartered in the city of Chihuahua, where it has two locations, with additional offices in Ciudad Juarez and San Pedro Garza Garcia.

Owned by Alejandra Munoz and managed by son Rogelio Gonzalez, UNIGLOBE Aldila serves some of Mexico’s largest companies. “We already had a successful travel business but sought to join a larger network to serve our clients who travel globally,” says Gonzalez. “We chose the UNIGLOBE Global Partner program for its strong agency network and technology platform, which provide us with more buying power, local intelligence and international fare options.”

The UNIGLOBE Global Partner program is open to top-performing travel management companies in select markets. “I am pleased to welcome Alejandra, Rogelio and their team of travel professionals to our family,” says UNIGLOBE founder and chief executive U. Gary Charlwood. “Many successful TMCs want to join a franchise network but are reluctant to give up the systems that have made them successful. We created the Global Partner Program for these TMCs in markets where we do not have nearby franchise locations.”

With the new partnership, UNIGLOBE Aldila will also collaborate with UNIGLOBE agencies worldwide to provide local expertise and value for business, meetings and events clients travelling to Northern Mexico.

About UNIGLOBE

Working globally to serve clients locally across more than 60 countries, UNIGLOBE Travel leverages current technologies and preferred supplier pricing to save clients time and money on business and vacation travel planning. Since 1981, corporate and leisure travelers have depended on the UNIGLOBE Travel brand to deliver services that go beyond expectations. UNIGLOBE Travel was founded by U. Gary Charlwood, CEO and has its world headquarters in Vancouver, B.C., Canada. Annual system-wide sales volume is $5.0+ billion.

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Our Guide To Must Visit Locations In 2019

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Finding the perfect destination for a holiday is difficult, particularly if you are travelling in a group. However, it is not impossible. If you are travelling to the US it is important to remember that you will need to apply for an Esta, this will allow you to travel to and from the US freely. This will need to be applied for in advance to ensure that you have everything you need before travelling. In this article, we are going to show you some locations that are a must to visit in 2019.

New York

For many, the idea of a long-haul flight is something that is to be avoided. However, a visit to New York is the perfect holiday whether you are travelling alone or with family and friends. Not only is the weather lovely and warm in the summer but it also makes for a magical winter wonderland in the winter with the illuminating of the Christmas lights and pop-up ice-skating rinks for festive fun. During the summer there are also several other events and entertainers going on around the city such as entertainers and Broadway shows.

Egypt

If you are looking for something a little closer to home, then a trip to Egypt may be better suited for you. Not only are there a few historic landmarks such as the ancient pyramids and the River Nile that make for an interesting holiday whether you are with your family or travelling alone. In addition to this, you also have the option of embarking on a River Nile cruise with your friends or family allowing you to see the sights from the water with your food, drink and entertainment all included.

Placencia, Belize

Another popular location in recent months for those looking to escape is Belize. This stunning country not only has a number of amazing beaches, but it is also home to some fantastic villages with some unique restaurants and retailers. In addition to this, there are also several other locations for you to try your hand at such as snorkelling and scuba diving which is fun for the whole family. If spending time on the beach does not appeal to you then there are many hiking trails through some forest areas allowing you access to some of the amazing wildlife first-hand.

Wyoming, USA

If you are looking for another historical location to visit, then the state of Wyoming is the perfect place for you. With monuments such as the Devils Tower national monument and the legendary Old Faithful geyser. This is great for the family as the prices are often reduced due to it not being a tourist attraction such as California or Florida. This is giving you a truly unique experience with picturesque views and the silence of life on the ranch. In addition to this, there is also the opportunity for you to spend time in the city and look at the shops and other family attractions giving you the perfect combination of both.

Whether you are looking to jet off on a holiday to the US or travel somewhere a little bit closer to home, there are several amazing locations that are well worth a visit. Which will you be visiting first?

UNIGLOBE Travel expands corporate travel management service to Nigeria with the addition of St. Clare Travels

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UNIGLOBE Travel has partnered with Nigerian corporate travel specialist St. Clare Travels to serve the burgeoning Nigerian business travel market. 

Headquartered in the Victoria Island area of Lagos, UNIGLOBE St. Clare Travels is IATA certified and works with all major airlines operating in Nigeria. Together with UNIGLOBE, St. Clare Travels provides corporate clients with responsive service, significant cost saving programs, the latest technologies and reporting, and a commitment to ethical business practices.

St. Clare Travels owner and chief executive Olukemi Esan has a Master’s degree from the University of Lagos. She brings with her over 15 years of experience in the banking industry and more than 15 years of experience in corporate travel management and services.  Says Esan, “I am pleased to be able to expand our presence in new markets through this new partnership with UNIGLOBE.  This will allow us to extend the reach of our global corporate service offerings to clients and assure them of attentive service whether they are travelling within Africa or around the world. We also look forward to collaborating with other UNIGLOBE agencies planning corporate travel to Nigeria.”

Says UNIGLOBE founder and chief executive officer U. Gary Charlwood. “Africa holds some of the world’s fastest growing economies and offers growth opportunities for entrepreneurs in business travel. We are pleased to join forces with Olukemi and her team to serve the business community in Lagos and benefit from her depth of experience in African travel and tourism.”

About UNIGLOBE

Working globally to serve clients locally across more than 60 countries, UNIGLOBE Travel leverages current technologies and preferred supplier pricing to save clients time and money on business and vacation travel planning. Since 1981, corporate and leisure travelers have depended on the UNIGLOBE Travel brand to deliver services that go beyond expectations. UNIGLOBE Travel was founded by U. Gary Charlwood, CEO and has its world headquarters in Vancouver, B.C., Canada.  Annual system-wide sales volume is $5.0+ billion.

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South African Tourism appoints Trade Relations Officer

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Sherwin Arends joins South African Tourism (SAT) as Trade Relations Officer, bringing a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the role following 12 years’ experience working within the travel industry.

Originally from Cape Town, Sherwin moved to the UK six years ago after travelling the world as a member of cabin crew for Qatar Airways. His most recent role was Senior Product Executive for Audley Travel.

Sherwin will be tasked with building and maintaining relationships with key travel trade contacts in the UK and Ireland while utilising South African Tourism’s research and insights to ensure the agents are provided with all the tools and support to confidently sell South Africa.

Sherwin says: “I’m very passionate about my birth country and proud of my South African heritage so I am thrilled to be joining the South African Tourism team in the UK. I’m looking forward to showcasing South Africa as a leading tourist destination, with a focus on promoting the well-known areas and experiences and helping to uncover and educate the trade on the destination’s hidden gems.”

Tolene van der Merwe Hub Head for the UK & Ireland at South African Tourism says: “We are delighted that Sherwin will be joining our growing team. His wealth of industry knowledge combined with his personal experience of South Africa will be invaluable as we collectively promote the destination to holidaymakers through the UK and Irish trade.”

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