The future of travel
Innovation, collaboration, and conservation in action
Turning collective ambition into verified action
The hospitality and travel and tourism industries have always been shaped by one constant truth; progress happens when we collaborate. Global partnerships, shared knowledge, and continuous innovation have enabled our sector to grow in scale, resilience, and responsibility. Today, as sustainability and social impact become business imperatives, collaboration is more critical than ever. ITB Berlin has long been a catalyst for this exchange, bringing together leaders, ideas, and solutions that drive meaningful change. For the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, ITB Berlin is an essential platform to amplify impact, align the industry around shared goals, and accelerate a more sustainable, inclusive future for travel and tourism worldwide. m to amplify impact, goals, and urism
The past six decades have been marked by major
advances in global collaboration and
innovation – key forces for a sustainable future for tourism. ITB Berlin serves as a global platform that fosters the exchange of knowledge and best practices. Examples such as the Loro Parque Group show how tourism management has not only saved species from extinction, but also defends nature, educates, and raises awareness in numerous countries. Without tourism, many certified conservation centres would not be able to operate daily in their habitats or share their work. Only through innovation and collaboration can we build a tourism industry that is ready for the future. m industry that is dy for the ure.
GLENN MANDZIUK President & CEO, World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance
Protecting the freedom to travel
Travel connects us globally, inspiring freedom, openness, understanding and companionship. Access to travel should be available to all, as it enables cultural exchange, learning and participation, but this freedom cannot be assumed. In Berlin, a city shaped by history and welcoming to travellers, this perspective is deeply rooted. The travel industry relies on collaboration, knowledge sharing and responsible innovation. Only through cooperation across borders can travel continue to connect people meaningfully. For 60 years, ITB Berlin has been the central platform for this exchange. On behalf of a&o Hostels, congratulations on 60 years of leadership in global travel. meaningfully. Fo central platfo Hostels, co leadership
CHRISTOPH KIESSLING Vice President, Loro Parque Group RISTOPH ESSLING President, o Parque Group
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