Las Vegas: Health & Safety Update
A lot still happening in Las Vegas as the city brings back the dazzle to live!
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Slovenia: Urban, nature and outdoor
In Slovenia, you don’t have to choose between city and outdoor adventure. There’s plenty of ways you can do both in the same day!
Greece: Giorgios Lianos Christmas Surprise
Colgate’s annual Christmas gift giving had to adapt to unusual times this year… So, EZGReece DMC got creative!
Germany: Travel While Staying At Home
Travellers have developed a lot of different strategies to handle the slowing down or total halt of trips due to our common fight against the COVID-19-pandemic.
IMPRESSIVE Tunisia achieves Quality Certification
Our dmc partner is quality assured in its flight ticket sales management system, hotel bookings both in Tunisia and abroad, organization of seminars, conferences and event planning.
Recipe: Melomakarona – Greek Christmas Treat
The melomakarono is an egg-shaped Greek dessert made from flour, olive oil, and honey, prepared during the Christmas season.
USA: Worldimension Wins Gold Award
The Eventoplus Awards were held on December 2, in Madrid, Spain.
Slovakia: Meetings at the Nedbalka Gallery
The building has an impressive interior, with the structure resembling the Guggenheim Museum in New York.
Tunisia: Exploring Cap Bon
IMPRESSIVE landscape and culture for you to explore in Tunisia!
Poland: Nobu Hotel Opening in Warsaw
Do you know what was recently the most exciting opening in the Polish capital?
South Africa: What To See, Eat, Do
What’s hot in South Africa? Our partner Giltedge DMC fills us in on the destination’s best-kept secrets.
U.A.E.: Events In Virtual Reality
Autumn has been a busy season for the eXtramile team!
Latvia: ATTA Centre Opens in Riga
ATTA Centre is the latest convention centre to open its doors in Latvia’s capital Riga, and also the largest in all of the Baltic states.
Slovenia: Experience Spiral Living
Retreat in Slovenia next spring and discover inner-peace with Spiral Living coaching.
U.A.E.: Events In Virtual Reality
October has been a busy month to eXtramile team!
South Africa: Sample Itinerary in Cape Town
We’ve created a fun and exciting itinerary for groups in Cape Town, South Africa. Read the day by day itinerary below or view it here.
Belgium: The Secret Behind The Fries
Have you always wondered why Belgium fries are so popular?
South Africa: Giltedge DMC Awarded Safe Travels Stamp
Exciting news! Our team at Giltedge DMC has been awarded for its world-class health and hygiene protocols.
Slovenia: Glamping in Lake Bled
Bled is a town in northwest Slovenia known of its picture-perfect island in the middle of the lake.
NL-Travelgroup’s First Fam Trip in 2020
We’re excited to travel again!
France is Open For Business
Our colleagues Giuseppe & Catherine from French Signature look forward to host you!
Vietnam: New Travel Packages Launched
Vietnam is waiting for you!
East Africa is Open for Tourists
We’re excited that our clients can now travel to Africa again.
Portugal: Madeira Island (Sample Itinerary)
The perfect destination for your next incentive trip!
Slovenia: Culinary Destination 2021
International director of the world-renowned Michelin guides says that Slovenia has a “fine score to play in the concert of the world’s top gastronomic destinations.”
Bulgaria: Railway in the Rhodopes mountains
Bulgaria’s narrow-guage railway in the Rhodopes mountains was voted The Guardian’s 10 best scenic railway journeys in Europe.
Portugal DMC Unveils New Website
Intuitive and user friendly, our dmc partner Inside Tours DMC‘s new website provides inspiration for your next event and incentive across Portugal.
Slovakia: Craft Beer Tour in Bratislava
Experience the beauty of Bratislava’s craft beers with E-Travel.SK’s beer tasting tour.
South Africa Reopens for Travel
Safety remains a priority with practical health-focused protocols in place to safeguard travellers and guests.
Tunisia: How To Travel Safely
What are the rules for visiting Tunisia? We’ve got all your answers covered.
Slovakia: Morning Running Tour With Locals
Keep fit and explore Bratislava during an exclusive guided run with a local.
Greece: Restarting Travel & Tourism
The following information details how Greece will welcome travelers, carry out the necessary diagnostic screening and keep everyone safe throughout the summer season.
France: Paris will always be Paris
Roland-Garros is the most important public relations event in France.
Netherlands: Van Gogh’s Homeland
In Brabant, you can walk along Vincent Van Gogh’s favourite landscapes. Brabant, a province in the middle of our beautiful country, The Netherlands. But this province has a lot of history since it was the ‘homeland’ of Vincent van Gogh.…
Portugal: All set to welcome you!
Portugal has been the first European country to receive the “Safe Travels” stamp awarded by the World Travel & Tourism Council.
Germany Approves New Congress Fund
New congress fund is a €10M investment to strengthen Berlin’s event industry
GDA’s Commitment To Health & Safety
Your wellbeing is our commitment.
Mexico: 5 Stunning Hotels To Visit
These hotels offer a stunning views, exclusive facilities and an unforgettable experience in Mexico.
Germany: The ‘New Normal’ in Berlin
We always love to inform and entertain our guests when they come to Germany, but the re-start of our local discovery tours in Berlin end of May was an incredible experience!
Netherlands: Let’s explore again!
We are pleased to share that the romantic land of tulips and windmills is opening up for business.
South Africa: Incentive Travel After COVID-19
What will your incentive trip look like in the next few months? Charlotte Smith, Head of MICE at Giletedge DMC and GDA preferred partners shares some insight.
Slovakia: Reopens Tourism
It’s time to enjoy Slovakia’s cities and stunning nature again!
Sweden: Nordicways Launches Its Post-COVID19 Travel Packages
Nordicways is inviting you to venture north this summer.
Germany: Guided Walking Tours Resume In Berlin
Worldwide travellers know that Berlin is always worth a visit. But how about the Berliners themselves?
How Hospitality is Reopening Across The World
It has been a challenging start to the new year for the hospitality industry. Strict health measures have forcibly shut hotels, bars and restaurants, suspended international travel and put our lives on hold. As Europe gradually starts easing out…
When Will International Travel Return?
An Update From The GDA Network The coronavirus has suspended flights and closed borders, putting our travel dreams on hold. As life is slowly starting to resume and travel restrictions eased, we are gearing up to welcome our…
Meet: Our GDA Partners
As the world starts slowly easing its restrictions, the days when we will be free to meet anywhere in the world are now closer than ever. Until then, we’d like to remind you we’re still here to connect with…
Slovenia: Spotlight on Ljubljana
Why is Slovenia’s capital Ljubljana, perfect for your MICE group?
Greece: Accelya Conference in Athens
Accelya, one of the leading global providers of technology products and services to the travel and transport industry visits Greece in spring.
France: F1 Grand Prix in June
Experiencing the Grand Prix in France, the home of motor racing, is a must for all sports enthusiasts.
Netherlands: Dutch Tulip Tours
Ever wondered why tulips are so synonymous with the Netherlands?
Malta Gets its First 3 Michelin Star Restaurants
First edition of the Michelin Guide Malta 2020 lists three Michelin star restaurants located in Mdina & Valletta.
Estonia: Creative Things To Do In Tallinn
If you’re looking for a creative and hip item to include in your upcoming itinerary in Estonia, we highly recommend visiting the vibrant capital and creative hub of Tallinn!
Belgium: Come and join the circus!
Our DMC partner in Brussels is offering you the possibility to privatise one or two circus tents for any corporate event.
South Africa: 3 MICE Activities In Johannesburg
For corporates looking to arrange MICE events in Johannesburg that offer something different, there are a few experiences that come recommended.
Hungary: The Busó Carnival in Mohács
Something special is about to happen in the Hungarian countryside!
Bulgaria: Rila’s Seven Mountain Lakes
Rila Mountain’s glacial lakes have recently caught the attention of curious travellers.
Slovakia: Peek Into The Palace Art Hotel
Welcome to Bratislava’s new Chateau Hotel, complete with wine cellars and glass art gallery.
Mexico: Drive Through Folklore
Get up to speed with everything you need to know about the 2020 Mexico City Grand Prix and Day of the Dead festivities happening this November in Mexico.
Slovenia: corporate retreat in the mountains
Perfect programme for corporate retreats and wellness incentives in Slovenia.
Hungary: Matyo Design Tour
Spend a memorable day in the small Hungarian village of Tard, in the heart of Matyo-Land.
South Africa: Swimming Under Victoria Falls
It is now possible to swim in the rock pools right beneath the Victoria Falls during low water from July to January.
GDA Roadshow in Norway
GDA – Global DMC Alliance will be opening its events calendar for 2020 with a sales call in Norway.
Belgium: Singapore Airlines to Fly to Brussels
Buckle your seats, as of October 2020, Singapore Airlines will be operating non-stop service between Singapore and Brussels in the heart of Europe.
Malta: Marriott Hotel & Spa Opens its doors in January
New Year, New Hotel! Following an extensive €30m refurbishment and renovation, the Malta Marriott Hotel & Spa will be welcoming its first guests in mid-January 2020.
Cycle on Water in South Africa
This is the first time Water Bikes are being offered in South Africa!
Morocco: What to do in Essaouira-Mogador
With notched walls, the whisper of trade winds, homes with white and blue facades – the colors of ocean foam and waves –Essaouira has earned the nickname “Bride of the Atlantic”.
Hungary: Stargazing at the castle of Sirok
An off-the-beaten-track programme for your upcoming incentives in Hungary!
Greece: Cruise around Mediterranean Sea
One of the largest automotive companies in Canada travelled all the way to Greece as part of their incentive cruise in Mediterranean Sea.
Incentive Trip: The English Country House Experience
One of the world leaders in leasing held its annual incentive trip in the United Kingdom in September.
UAE: Address Fountain Views joins Dubai skyline
Address Fountain Views has debuted in Dubai, joining the Address Hotels & Resorts portfolio, featuring 193 hotel rooms and suites.
IBTM World 2019: Discover Belgium with PASSAPORTA
Visiting our Stand N50 and booking an appointment with our dmcs during IBTM World could take you places!
South Africa: Conferencing in the Wilderness
Giltedge DMC has picked two lodges that will also give you a safari experience in South Africa.
In Photos: Weekend Break in Slovakia
Our partner E-TRAVEL organised a weekend break in Bratislava for a group of architects.
Morocco: Why You Should Visit Rabat
Located in North Africa, Morocco has a coastline on both the North Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean. Its capital Rabat, literally ‘Fortified Palace’ sits at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg.
Hungary: Burning Torches in Medieval Monastery
Discover the only intact medieval Cistercian monastery of Hungary by night with our partner, Inspiration Travel.
Follow the sunshine to Greece this winter
It’s the perfect time to start planning your next meeting or incentive. All you have to prepare is your list of requirements, and we’ll cover the rest.
Experience Sound Healing in Belgium
Gong meditation is a magical journey for the body, mind and soul.
Portugal: Discover Its Beauty From North to South
In the past weeks, our partner Inside Tours DMC Portugal travelled all over the country to provide unique experiences to different MICE’s groups.
IBTM World 2019: Spend 5-nights in South Africa
Visiting our stand and booking an appointment with our dmcs during IBTM World could take you places!
Nordicways founder ambassador for Kiruna
Our partner Nordicways has recently signed important partnerships with Swedcham, Kiruna Lapland & Visit Stockholm.
EURO 2020 CHAMPIONSHIP IN AMSTERDAM
Amsterdam will next year be one of the host cities of the much-anticipated UEFA Euro 2020. The matches will be played in the Johan Cruyff Statium, home to the Dutch football team Ajax.
Morocco: Journey to Desert’s Edge
Ouarzazate, Zagora and Tinghir are authentic destinations bursting with myriad wonders that will take your breath away. The unbelievable variety of landscapes, ranging from deserts to green valleys, must be seen to be believed.
Cuba: SO Hotel Opens In Havana
Accor’s flagship S0 / Paseo Del Prado Hotel in Havana will be the first SO hotel in the Americas. It is set to open its doors in November 2019.
Hungary: Wine-tasting in Tokaj
Hungary’s countryside is still undiscovered. Those who choose to escape the bustling city and opt for a lush corporate event in the Tokaj region you’ll get to appreciate Hungary’s most famous wine-growing area.
Messinia – An Unspoiled Destination
A mere 2 hours drive from the Greek capital of Athens, Messinia’s lush green landscape and wild mountains will take your breath away.
Netherlands: Eurovision in Rotterdam 2020
Following the success of the song ‘Arcade’, Netherlands is headlined to host next year’s Eurovision Song Contest in its second-largest city, Rotterdam.
Sweden: Experience the Kräftskiva party
With expertise in the Nordic region, our partner NOW – Nordicways hosted groups in August for the traditional crayfish party, known to the locals as Kräftskiva.
Belgium: Night At The Hergé Museum
Gala dinners need not always be set up at a restaurant or by a spectacular view. What if you were surrounded by culture and history?
Greece ranks high with group of Googlers
A group of tech gurus from Google’s office in India visit Greece on an incentive trip
Workshop: Meet GDA in Paris
GDA AND ITS PARTNERS WILL ATTEND THE PURE EVENTS WORKSHOP in Paris
Morocco: Oujda-Saïdia, splendor of the Mediterranean
Nature meets culture in Oujda-Saidia, Morocco
Costa Rica: 5 Unique Rainforest Experiences
Costa Rica may cover just 0.03% of our planet’s surface, but it’s home to more than 6% of our biodiversity!
Netherlands Ahoj: Experience the world’s biggest nautical event
Every five years, well over a million visitors flock to Amsterdam to witness an impressive and incomparable fleet of tall ships sailing gracefully through the Dutch capital.
Hungary: Go Green in Budapest!
Sustainable tourism focuses on interacting authentically with local culture, and it is becoming more important among travellers.
South Africa: Why Cape Town should be top of mind for your next MICE group
When you explore Cape Town, it feels like you have the world at your feet!
Sustainable Projects in the Nordics
Our partner NOW – Nordicways works with projects 100 per cent focused on sustainability.
France : WINE PARIS Expo 2020
WINE PARIS Expo will take place 10-12 February 2020 at the Paris Expo Porte de Versaille.
Panama: The Hidden Treasure of The Americas
Located in the heart of the Americas, Panama offers a wide variety of attractions making it a unique and still, unveiled destination.
U.A.E.: New Waldorf Astoria Opens in Dubai
Dubai’s rich hotel portfolio just added another listing.
Hungary: Incentives for Fashion Lovers
Looking for the next incentive travel destination for a group of fashion lovers? Don’t look further!
Morocco: Hidden Treasures of Spiritual Fez
Morocco’s Fez radiates a unique aura. This imperial city’s walls tell a story of 13 centuries of Moroccan history.
Greece: Spotlight on Skiathos Island
Located in the northwest Aegean Sea, Skiathos is best known for its white sandy beaches and buzzing nightlife.
Mexico: Grape Escape in Valle de Guadalupe
A unique and exclusive experience for high-end incentive groups venturing off to Mexico.
Vienna’s Film Festival returns at the Rathausplatz
Europe’s largest cultural and culinary festival is once again among us!
MICE in South Africa: What’s new?
We’ve compiled a list of hot, new hotels, restaurants, activities and venues in South Africa that are perfect for upcoming MICE activity with our partner Giltedge DMC.
Site Visit: Párisi Udvar Hotel Budapest
An architectural gem in the heart of the Hungarian capital.
South Africa: 5 Unique Souvenirs for MICE Groups
To seasoned travellers, souvenirs are only a good purchase if they have a story to tell, or if they’re unique. Our partner in South Africa, Giltedge DMC, has put together a list for MICE travellers heading out a trip to…
Budapest: The World’s Thermal Bath Capital
Did you know that Hungary is a land of thermal springs?
F1 Grand Prix Returns to Holland
The word is out! The Circuit of Zandvoort will return to the Formula 1 World Championship from 2020.
Cape Town Welcomes ‘Gorgeous George’
Meet South Africa’s swanky new hotel!
France: Dine on board the first nuclear-powered submarine
Our partner, French Signature, recently organised a private dinner in a nuclear powered submarine called ‘Le Redoutable’.
EZGReece organises Greece’s largest triathlon
Ironman 70.3 Greece, Costa Navarino, etched its name into history with a great success!
Morocco: 3 Days in Marrakech
Our Moroccan partner, KTI Events, shares a sample itinerary.
France: Segway in Versailles
Our partner, French Signature Travel & Events organised a treasure hunt for a group of bankers from Hong Kong during their visit to Paris.
New Hotel Austria: Andaz Vienna Belvedere
For the inclined Falstaff readers, the opening of the Andaz Vienna Am Belvedere planned for April is probably the most exciting project of the year!
Sweden: Driving on Ice
Have an ice drive! The perfect combination of adrenaline, adventure and breathtaking winter views in Swedish Lapland.
Belgium: Sizzling Summer venues
Why travel around the world if you can have a Caribbean feeling here?
Paris named World Well-Being Capital
The result took into account the number of spas, yoga classes, green spaces and vegan restaurants in the French capital.
South Korea: Time for Taekwondo!
Our dmc partner, TRAESCO, made all the logistical arrangements to ensure all ran smoothly.
Hungary: Eggciting Easter celebration in Hollókő
The quirky festival has been attracting Hungarian and international visitors alike.
Dubai gets its first and largest indoor multipurpose arena
The 17,000 seat Coca Cola Arena is the first and largest fully air-conditioned, multipurpose indoor arena in the Middle East and the only arena to operate year-round in the region.
Meetings with a purpose: Sustainable Venues in Berlin
Let your event play a role in shaping society.
GDA Gears Up For Exciting Mexico Fam Trip in May
We will be hosting our second consecutive fam trip right after IBTM Americas.
King Crab Fishing in Norway
A totally unforgettable experience awaits you on the frozen fjords of Kirkenes, Norway!
Tulip Festival in Amsterdam
Now that spring had officially begun, The Netherlands is very colourful!
Incentives in Panama City
Are you looking for a new and exciting destination for your repeated clients? Search NO MORE. You may have considered Panama City in the past, you know the Canal and all that, but maybe you were wondering what else there…
Super Car Tours in Dubai & Ras Al Khaimah
Who is up for an adventurous tour yet in class?
Becoming Kölsch: Conference & Leisure in Cologne Germany
The main focus of cpb culturepartner berlin, our German dmc partner’s 120 guests, was the world-wide leading dental business summit IDS, a biannual event that brings all experts in the field to Cologne.
Experience Easter in Greece
Greek Easter is all about breaking eggs, having roasted lamb, preparing bonfires, taking part in a rocket war, throwing pots and many more… traditions!
Al Manara: Cairo’s Shiniest Conference Centre
Al Manara International Conferences Center was built with the dream of becoming the place to go to when organisers want their events to be exceptional!
Morocco: Discover Essaouira-Mogador
With notched walls and whispering winds, homes embellished in white and blue facades to mirror the frothy waves, Essaouira has earned its nickname “Bride of the Atlantic”.
Why 2020 is the year of Flower Lovers
Next year, the quaint Belgian city of Ghent is set to be in full bloom!
Indigo Dyeing in Hungary
Indigo dyeing of textiles has become an example of craft and folk art that took root in five Central European countries despite their different languages and cultures.
Game, set, meeting: Roland Garros in Paris
Our partner dmc in France, French Signature proposes out of the ordinary locations for your meetings. Its latest package invites you to the major tennis tournament Roland Garros.
7 Cape Town Wine lists to Dine For
Cape Town is the best place to visit for scenic wonders, an unbeatable lifestyle, ‘the most exciting new wave wines’ according to international wine personality Jancis Robinson and now, the best restaurants on the planet. Giltedge DMC walks us through…
GDA exhibits at IMEX Frankfurt in May
IMEX Frankfurt is one of the leading trade-shows in the MICE industry, bringing together 3,500 exhibitors from 160+ countries.
WATCH: Events in France
Have a look at our French partner dmc’s showreel!
Budapest Crowned Best European Destination 2019
The hunt for Europe’s Best Destination takes place every year. Last year, Budapest landed in the world’s top 10. This year, and more than half million votes later, the city on the Danube was crowned winner.
U.A.E. welcomes the Emerald Palace Kempinski
Dubai has opened its newest ultra-luxury hotel, the $700M Emerald Palace Kempinski.
Unusual destinations and different experiences
All DMCs should be ready to prepare attractive programs in order to be selected from the bidding process.
Experience axe throwing in Belgium
Back to basics in Brussels! Axe-throwing is a totally new way to release stress and have a great time with colleagues.
Greece: It’s all about the people
An extraordinary group of Swiss watch-collectors chose Athens for their annual trip. Our partner EZGReece DMC made sure their 3 days were unforgettable!
Spain: Sea-survivor activity
Our Spanish partners, About Events organised a thrilling sea-survivor activity in Barcelona. A successful team-building event for our corporate clients!
Could this be the world’s most beautiful bookstore?
El Ataneo Grand Splendid served as a performing arts theater, then as a cinema. Today, it has been named world’s most beautiful bookstore by National Geographic.
Hungary: Historical Train Journey to Royal Palace
Experience the joy of a steam train and nostalgia carriages. Visit the largest Baroque Palace of Hungary, which was the former summer residence of the Hungarian kings and as such the favourite place to stay for Sissi, Queen Elisabeth.
Introducing: NL-Travelgroup
Our Dutch partner has made some changes during the summer period!