Eastern and Central Europe

Already working with some 250 rail operators, Rail Europe continues to expand its range of companies available for booking in B2C and B2B. After BritRail in March and then the night train operator European Sleeper, the distribution platform has just integrated Leo Express. The arrival of the Czech company allows it to strengthen its offer of...

Two new hotels and two opposing atmospheres for Marriott in Budapest. On one hand, prestige with a luxurious St Regis in a historic palace. On the other, a playful spirit with its contemporary brand Moxy, which continues to strengthen its presence in Europe by adding a new capital in the east of the continent to its list of addresses…

The train continues its breakthrough in Europe. Witness to this is this new link launched on May 1st by the Czech railways between Prague and Hamburg, with two daily return journeys, one continuing its journey to Copenhagen. On this route which crosses three countries, several cities will be served including Dresden, the capital of…

It is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, an architectural marvel that blends the splendours of the Renaissance or Baroque with Art Nouveau, with just enough of a contemporary touch to prove it doesn't live solely in a glorious past. Prague is an incredible laboratory for diverse and refined experiments for event organisers.

Tarom is a member of SkyTeam, but remains not very visible within the alliance. What does SkyTeam actually bring you in terms of visibility and development? Do you plan to evolve this situation? Bogdan Costas - You are correct. We are part of SkyTeam, but as with any alliance, visibility often depends on the…

Barely three years after being awarded the management of Budapest airport, VINCI Airports is moving into action. The foundation stone for the new terminal was recently laid, paving the way for an ambitious future for the Hungarian hub. "The laying of the foundation stone is a very important moment for the airport...

To celebrate its 25th anniversary, the commercial branch of Polish railways PKP Intercity is bringing Communist Poland back to life with train journeys as they were in the 1980s. It's an idea that could well appeal to incentive event organisers! Travellers who have experienced the People's Republic of Poland,...

The Park Hyatt brand is taking a more elevated position in the world of luxury hotels by passing the 50-hotel mark worldwide. Its latest hotel, which opened at the beginning of August, dominates the whole of Kuala Lumpur, housed in the tallest skyscraper in the whole of the city.

From the very top of the range to the more festive: Budapest is welcoming two new hotels with opposite positioning. On the one hand, there is a Radisson Collection and a new Jo&Joe, the Accor brand inspired by new generation youth hostels. On the luxury side, the long-awaited Radisson Collection Hotel, Basilica Budapest, has taken up residence...

For business travellers heading to Bulgaria in the coming months, the adoption of the euro in this Balkan state will simplify their daily lives in the country, as it will no longer be necessary to convert euros into lev. In fact, this will mean savings in travel budgets, since banks always charge a higher commission than they do...

Already present in the Hungarian capital since 2023, as part of a combo with the ibis chain near the Budapest stadium, the Tribe brand has just opened a second hotel there. The hotel is perfectly located for business travellers, just a few minutes' walk from terminal 2 of Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport. The brand is located in the...

In its latest Responsible Business 2024 report, the Radisson Group highlights the progress it has made in terms of sustainability and responsibility. With, for example, more than half of its hotel portfolio certified or 95 hotels using 100 % of renewable electricity, 33 % reduction in carbon emissions per m²...

The announcement was made on 3 April, and should be of interest to business travellers to Bordeaux. At the end of October, easyJet will be adding two European destinations from Bordeaux airport. Starting with Budapest, where operations will begin on 26 October with two flights a week (Thursday and Sunday). This route between the two...

From sailboats to superyachts, Jumeirah's palaces come in all shapes and sizes. After the Burj Al Arab and its instantly recognisable silhouette, Dubai has just unveiled a new king-size hotel: the Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab. The Dubai-based luxury hotel completes its nautical trilogy, adding to the Jumeirah Beach Hotel, in the shape of...

LOT Polish Airlines is to return to Paris Orly, an airport it has served in the past. More precisely 35 years ago, since the carrier's last flights were to Warsaw in April 1990... The Polish national carrier will be landing daily from 31 March...

After the new hotels expected in 2025 in Paris and the major French cities, Voyages d'Affaires takes a look at the openings planned for this year in the major European cities. Part one: a selection of hotels in Northern and Central Europe. GERMANY Berlin Radisson Collection Berlin (first quarter 2025) Two...

You head up the Southern Europe region for the IHG Group. What is your outlook for 2025? Eric Viale - We are approaching the coming year with great confidence, buoyed by a solid first half of 2024, marked by growth of around +4 % in revenue per room for IHG in Europe compared with...

Its slender silhouette, designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, soars high into the Belgrade sky, in a district undergoing major transformation at the confluence of the Save and Danube rivers. Symbolising the Serbian capital's ambitions as the business hub of the Balkans, the Kula Belgrade skyscraper is designed to offer luxurious hospitality...

IHG has passed the 200-hotel mark in Northern Europe, with almost the same number of establishments to come: IHG is strengthening its position in this key market which, for the British group, includes the countries of Eastern Europe as well as Scandinavia and Germany. In the latter country, the growth in the offer is particularly noticeable, with IHG beginning to draw...

"The new hotspot in the city of Buda". So says the Kimpton BEM Budapest, which has just opened its doors. New, but neither the first nor the last, since the Hungarian capital is the focus of attention for lifestyle brands. Last year, it was the W Budapest, revisiting the Drechsler palace, a building...