German airports

Controversial tax hits passenger growth

Passenger numbers at German airports rose more slowly than expected last year due to the impact of the country’s controversial aviation tax. more

German market trends

Stronger offline growth than online

Travel agents in Germany are increasing sales more strongly than online portals at present despite the dramatic growth in online bookings in recent years, according to market researchers GfK. more

 

Costa Concordia

German operators rule out cruise demand slump

The German tourism industry does not expect a slump in cruise bookings despite the Costa Concordia tragedy and the resulting public debate over cruise ship safety. more

 

German airlines

New routes for Air Berlin and Condor

Air Berlin has launched flights to Abu Dhabi in cooperation with new major shareholder Etihad Airways while Condor is planning more long-haul flights. more

 

TUI AG

Search for Frenzel successor

TUI has begun to search for a successor to CEO Michael Frenzel two years ahead of his retirement. more

 

2012 trends

Germany set for further growth

The German holiday market is set for further growth this year and tour operators are optimistic after good early bookings. more

 

German market trends

Good outlook after better December sales

The German tourism market is heading for another strong year in 2012 after better holiday sales in December, according to several surveys. more

 
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