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                               Dear Friends                          GNTO at Your Service
                               of Germany,                           In order to help travel agents boost their revenue through Germany
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                                                                     variety of ways, including:
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and so much more. Germany has it all: a beautiful coast to
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million overnights, an increase of 8.8 percent over 2016. This
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comfortably connects major cities with almost every small            specific information and assistance.
town. A new high-speed ICE train connection shortens travel
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Germany for                                                                                                 Useful Facts
Everyone                                                                                                    For Germany
Barrier-free Travel: Germany offers a wealth                                                                Climate: Germany has a moderate climate.
of opportunities for vacations and business                                                                 Average temperatures in July are between
trips for visitors with disabilities or restricted                                                          54 and 71 degrees Fahrenheit. In January the
mobility. Airports and train stations, as well as                                                           average ranges from 27 to 36 degrees.
many hotels and sightseeing locations, have
                                                                                                            Electricity: The voltage is 230 volts and an
been adapted for travelers with special needs.
                                                     Accessible Hiking Trail, Leuchtenburg Castle           adapter is required.
www.germany.travel/barrierfreetravel

Business Travel and Conventions: High-               and engaging in activities such as cycling,            Emergency Phone Numbers: 110 for the
quality service and professional partners            swimming and walking.                                  police; 112 for fire and ambulance services.
guarantee the country’s success as a business        www.germany.travel/familytravel                        Entry Requirements and Visa: To enter
travel destination. Germany’s outstanding                                                                   Germany, foreigners need a valid passport
                                                     Sustainable Travel: Germany is meeting
infrastructure, competitive prices and state-                                                               or passport replacement documents. U.S.
                                                     the increasing demand for environmental
of-the-art congress halls are ideal for hosting                                                             citizens with a valid U.S. passport do not need
                                                     sustainability with a range of eco-friendly places
the world’s top conferences and conventions.                                                                a visa for airport transit, leisure or business
                                                     for all types of travelers. Numerous hotels across
www.germany.travel/GCB                                                                                      trips for stays up to 90 days. More detailed
                                                     Germany are committed to sustainability, from
The 50-plus Traveler: Baby boomers are               energy-efficient buildings and environmentally         information regarding entry requirements
often active and adventurous vacationers             friendly furnishings to regional organic               can be found at www.germany.info.
who want to experience a destination to its          cuisine. Sustainability is also a key topic for        Language: The main language is German
fullest. From 42 UNESCO World Heritage Sites         business travel and events. Our microsite about        but English is widely spoken throughout
to more than 43,000 miles of cycle routes            sustainable travel provides interactive content
                                                                                                            the country.
and 124,000-plus miles of well-maintained            about Germany’s infrastructure, green hotels,
footpaths spanning the country, travelers            cities, meetings and more.                             Mobile Phone Service: To use a U.S.
find excellent urban and natural activities.         www.germany.travel/sustainability                      smartphone, the device has to be unlocked
Germany’s 350-plus spas and health resorts                                                                  from the provider. A rechargeable German
                                                     Travel with Kids: Magical castles such as
guarantee a relaxing close of the day.                                                                      SIM card (German phone number) with
                                                     Neuschwanstein in Bavaria are perfect
www.germany.travel/50plus                                                                                   individual “top-up” rates can be purchased at
                                                     for little princes and princesses. Other
                                                                                                            mobile shops, supermarkets and drugstores.
LGBTQ Travel: The LGBTQ community in                 highlights include Heidelberg Castle, offering
                                                                                                            Using international roaming services is
Germany is an important part of society and          jousting games for children; Guttenberg
                                                                                                            another option.
enjoys some of Europe’s most progressive             Castle, with falconry demonstrations; or
ideals for gays and lesbians. Lively LGBTQ           Lichtenstein Castle, where the 1971 movie              Money and Currency: The Euro is the legal
communities have sprung up in all major              “Sleeping Beauty” was filmed. Families can             currency. A nationwide network of ATMs at
cities and many smaller ones. Numerous               also enjoy multiple zoos and theme parks,              various banks is available to withdraw cash
gay-themed events take place throughout              such as Playmobil FunPark near Nuremberg;              24/7. All major credit cards are accepted. The
the year and peak with the annual                    Legoland in Günzburg; or Europa-Park near              stated prices in shops and restaurants are
pride processions known in Germany as                Karlsruhe – the biggest theme park in the              asking prices, including taxes.
Christopher Street Parades.                          German-speaking countries and one of the
www.germany.travel/lgbt                              few open in winter. The wide selection of              Opening Hours: Most shops in Germany are
                                                     accommodations includes everything from                open from Monday to Saturday between 10
Multigenerational Travel: Germany is the                                                                    a.m. and 8 p.m. On Sundays and holidays all
                                                     vacation homes and family hotels to farm
ideal destination for spending a vacation                                                                   shops are closed. Special exceptions apply
                                                     stays, youth hostels and campsites.
together as a family. Visitors of all ages will                                                             for gas stations, shops in tourist resorts, train
                                                     www.germany.travel/familytravel
enjoy going to theme parks, water parks,                                                                    stations and airports. Certain pharmacies also
castles, museums and national parks,                 Youth Travel: Germany offers simple, safe and          offer 24-hour service.
                                                     affordable travels with many special deals and
                                                     student discounts. The excellent roads and             Tax-Free Shopping: U.S. travelers are able to
                                                     infrastructure for coach and train travel make         benefit from tax-free shopping in many stores
                                                     getting around quick and easy. The many youth          throughout Germany. When leaving the EU,
                                                     hostels not only offer budget accommodations           the VAT on purchased goods can be reclaimed
                                                     in city center locations, but also provide             for a small fee.
                                                     entertainment, activities and outdoor
                                                                                                            Time Zone: Central European Time (CET).
                                                     pursuits. Bustling energy can be experienced
                                                                                                            Six hours ahead of EST and nine hours ahead
                                                     in bars, restaurants, nightclubs and multiple
                                                                                                            of PST.
                                                     attractions, such as the renowned festivals like
                                                     ”Southside” or “Rock im Park”.                         Tipping: Restaurant bills usually include a
Multigenerational Travel, Island of Juist            www.germany.travel/youth                               service charge. A 10 percent tip is common.

Photography Credits (from top to bottom): Stiftung Leuchtenburg, Alexander Schlotter; Kurverwaltung Juist                                                    3
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THEME YEAR: CULINARY

Bread Baker                                                                                          German Asparagus Plate

Germany Dishes Out a Variety of Regional Cuisines
In 2018 it’s all about culinary delights and       superfood in the U.S., is well-liked by              especially in Bavaria, are proud to be
traditional dishes as the German National          Germans and is a traditional ingredient              known for brewing some of the finest
Tourist Board’s worldwide marketing                in Germany’s northern cuisine. As one                beers in the world. The German Purity
campaign “Culinary Germany” puts a                 of the trendsetters in the culinary world,           Law from 1516 (the oldest food regulation
spotlight on German cuisine and its great          Germany is home to vegetarian Michelin               still in existence) stipulates a strict
variety. Showcasing delicacies from 16             Star restaurants such as Seven Swans in              brewing process. Visitors can enjoy 500-
states and regions, this year is a delight         Frankfurt and Cookies Cream in Berlin,               plus high-caliber beers produced in some
for all foodies.                                   as well as the Vegan Street Food Festival            1,300 breweries throughout the country.
                                                   in Hamburg. These do not go unnoticed:
From traditional hearty meals to nouvelle          In 2018 the renowned Michelin Guide                  Considering this wide range of culinary
cuisine and Michelin starred restaurants,          awarded 300 restaurants in Germany                   choices, it’s no surprise that eating out at
your clients are sure to find the perfect          with its famous stars. This achievement              restaurants or cafés is the second most
dish and location to satisfy their cravings.       is also a result of the chefs’ creativity and        popular vacation activity for foreign
Germany is proud of its traditional                innovation combined with the country’s               visitors in Germany.
meals. Quite a number of its delicacies,           highly advanced gastronomic schools.
such as Aachener Printen, have actually                                                                 Interested foodies can explore German
become protected brands, and many                  With 13 wine-growing regions covering                cuisine on our website, www.germany.
dishes have been enjoyed for centuries,            nearly a quarter of a million acres,                 travel, and travel through traditional
such as the Thuringian Sausage, which              Germany’s wines are another favorite                 meals and drinks from each of our
has been appreciated for 600 years. To             not to be missed. Its annual vineyard                16 federal states. You’ll find videos
keep it interesting though, Germans                production makes Germany the eighth                  introducing the various dishes and even
are not shy of giving old favorites a              largest producer of wine worldwide. The              recipes to download. Our “Food & Drink
contemporary twist. Maultaschen, the               destination’s exquisite wines are typically          in Germany” microsite details a wide
Swabian-style pasta pockets, can, for              light and fruity, full of character, and often       selection of gourmet restaurants, sorted
example, be eaten the traditional way              pair beautifully with several of Germany’s           by region. Reservations for your clients
cooked in stock or enjoyed as the modern           famous cheeses. Beer connoisseurs                    are easy by using the additional contact
version in a burger. Kale, known as a              are also spoiled for choice. Germans,                information provided.

“I watched an entertaining showcase by the          “My favorite German dish is Spätzle, but               “My private exploration of the best wurst
pastry chef on how to properly build a Black        filling out the list are Maultaschen and               in Germany marks my most extraordinary
Forest Cake. To be called a true Schwarzwälder      Baumkuchen.”                                           culinary experience. Each town is very proud
Kirschtorte, German law requires the recipe                                                                of its unique sausage and passionate about
                                                                       Steven Paganelli,
to include a special ingredient: Kirschwasser, a                                                           expressing that theirs are the best.”
                                                                       Head of Destination
strong spirit made from distilled cherries.”
                                                                       Marketing Americas,                                      Harry Dalgaard,
                     Sandy Schadler,                                   TripAdvisor                                              President, Avanti
                     Vice President, Travelink                                                                                  Destinations

4           www.germany.travel                                                       Photography Credits (from left to right): Allgäu GmbH, Chrisitan Vogel;
                                                                                                       Deutsche Zentrale für Tourismus e.V., Knut Plaumer
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A D V E R TO R I A L

Dresden Elbland: The
All-in-One-Destination
Whatever Americans are looking for in Germany, they’ll find
it in Dresden – Germany’s most beautiful city gem – and its
surrounding Elbland. Saxony’s capital has great art museums,
awe-inspiring architecture, castles, churches, culture,
history and Luther traces. Visitors can enjoy music, rivers
and mountains, dozens of castles and parks, plus wine, beer
and other culinary delights. They’ll also discover Germany’s
traditions and customs.

Dresden Elbland is a living book of German History. The glory of                  Unique MEISSEN® Craftsmanship
the Saxon kingdom, the dark episode of WW II, the communist
era of GDR, the striking marks of Peaceful Revolution and
German Unification, and the modern development can all be
experienced here.                                                                 Wine & Porcelain
Dresden is steeped in great music tradition as well. Composers
such as Schütz, Bach, Mozart, Chopin, Liszt, Rachmaninoff,
                                                                                  at Meissen
Weber, Wagner and Strauss lived or worked here. World-
                                                                                  The Saxon Wine Road – the center of the Elbland – abounds
renowned artists and institutions, such as Semperoper,
                                                                                  with culinary discoveries. There are famous breweries, micro-
Staatskapelle Dresden, Dresden Philharmonics, State Operetta,
                                                                                  breweries and pubs, terraces and restaurants. Diners can
Dresden Kreuzchor, and Frauenkirche Dresden ensembles keep
                                                                                  enjoy a great variety of food, from rural dishes to Michelin-star
this tradition alive every day. New artists set their counterpoints.
                                                                                  cuisine. Germany’s most popular cycling path, Elberadweg,
There are also events all year long with activities for everyone.                 combines scenic pleasures with fun activities.
Seniors, millennials, singles, families with children, and LGBT
                                                                                  On the Elbe River, not far from Dresden, Meissen city is
travelers can all enjoy their personal approach to Dresden and
                                                                                  shaped by its past, including the mountaintop Albrechtsburg
the Elbland. Religious travelers, art and music lovers, brand
                                                                                  castle, porcelain production, and the vineyard landscape of
shoppers, river cruisers and sports enthusiasts will also find
                                                                                  the Elbe valley.
much to see and do here.
                                                                                  One of the highlights is MEISSEN®, the first Porcelain
www.marketing.dresden.de/en
www.dresden.de/tourism                                                            Manufactory in Europe. Established in 1710, the Manufactory
                                                                                  stands for extraordinary and unique craftsmanship. At
                                                                                  House of MEISSEN® – A World of Experience, demonstration
                                                                                  workshops bring the world-famous MEISSEN Porcelain® to life.
                                                                                  A World of Experience combines artworks from the past and
                                                                                  present with luxury shopping and culinary delights served on
                                                                                  Meissen Porcelain® at Café & Restaurant MEISSEN®.

                                                                                  Individuals and groups alike can experience this craftsmanship
                                                                                  daily on tours through the demonstration workshops, offered
                                                                                  in 14 languages. There are also outstanding events such as
                                                                                  Open Days, Christmas market and special exhibitions at the
                                                                                  Meissen Porcelain Foundation museum. MEISSEN® enthusiasts
                                                                                  can choose from a huge range of products in the spheres of
                                                                                  fine art, dining, jewelry and gifts.

                                                                                  Culinary events at Café & Restaurant MEISSEN® connect
                                                                                  regional specialties with traditional and modern table culture
                                                                                  and give an insight into a fascinating history that makes
                                                                                  Dresden-Elbland a unique place to visit.

Dresden panorama (top); Meissen panorama with castle hill and                     www.meissen.com/events
cathedral (bottom)                                                                museum@meissen.com

Photography Credits (from top to bottom): MEISSEN®; © Anja Upmeier; DMG / Sylvio Dittrich                                                          5
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SMART LUXURY

                                                                                                               Routes Through the Alps
                                                                                                               Whether your clients want to touch
                                                                                                               down in buzzing Alpine cities, visit
                                                                                                               beautiful lakesides or breathe sky-high
                                                                                                               mountain air, the Alps have it all. We
                                                                                                               created 11 exciting itineraries through
                                                                                                               the Alps with suggestions and insider
                                                                                                               tips to this magnificent mountain
                                                                                                               region for you.
                                                                                                               www.germany.travel/absolutelyalps

Designer Outlet Soltau

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Destination Germany                                                                                         Smart Wellness

Germany is the smart choice for a real                                                                      from international couture to traditional
luxury vacation. Known for its astonishing          Germany’s Top 100                                       and typical German goods. The Smart
castles, first-class customer service,              Discover the Top 100 sights and                         Luxury microsite gives you an overview
breathtaking scenery and some of the                attractions in Germany and vote for                     of German brands and shopping
world’s most exclusive brands, Germany              your favorite at:                                       opportunities from strolling along
                                                    www.germany.travel/top100
always promises an authentic experience.                                                                    chic boulevards such as Königsallee in
                                                                                                            Düsseldorf to Hamburg’s Jungfernstieg
Our “Smart Luxury” microsite provides                                                                       with its amazing view of Alster Lake.
                                                  the center of Germany’s greatest cities
inspiration for outstanding itineraries                                                                     Architecture enthusiasts among your
                                                  to romantically located country houses
for your sophisticated clients. You can                                                                     clientele should enjoy shopping in
                                                  and castles. They all offer exceptional
also find an extensive list of five-star and                                                                Frankfurt’s futuristic MyZeil mall or in
                                                  value. And to get ideas for extraordinary
luxury hotels, as well as Michelin-starred                                                                  modern outlet centers all over Germany,
                                                  experiences, the website offers many
restaurants, with descriptions and contact        memorable, unique activities, such as                     which make shopping for European
information – from grand residences in            private cooking classes with a Michelin-                  designer labels very affordable. Non-EU
                                                  starred chef at Genusswerkstatt Überfahrt                 citizens benefit from tax-free shopping in
“Luxury travelers should explore the “Yellow                                                                stores throughout Germany by reclaiming
                                                  at Lake Tegernsee or a self-drive experience
Roads” and the “White Roads” made famous
                                                  at the Lausitzring Grand Prix circuit.                    the VAT on purchased goods for a small fee
by the Michelin guides. That means to explore
the lesser-known and delightful villages such
                                                                                                            when leaving the EU.
                                                  When it comes to shopping in Germany,
as St. Peter in the Black Forest or Ingolstadt.
You´ll discover parts of the beautiful
                                                  there is an array of great choices ranging                www.germany.travel/smart-luxury
German countryside you never knew existed.
Next, indulge in many of the luxurious
accommodations throughout the country.”             Scenic Routes
                    Jennifer Tombough,              A unique way of discovering Germany, its natural scenery and picturesque towns, is by
                    President, Tauck                traveling one of our many Scenic Routes. There are more than 150 routes to choose from,
                                                    each covering a different topic depending on the region and special interest. Our website
                                                    features these routes with information on locations, lengths and respective highlights.
                                                    You and your clients can find inspiration on routes such as the Allgäu Cheese Route, the
                                                    German Fairy Tale Route or the Castle Road.

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Black Forest Highlands:
A Unique All-Inclusive Experience
Unique natural scenery, a wide                                                                                     cars, amusement parks, ski
variety of leisure opportunities                                                                                   passes, greens fees on four
and lively cultural offerings                                                                                      golf courses, museums, boat
can all be found in the Black                                                                                      trips and much more. They
Forest Highlands. Perched at                                                                                       can also enjoy complimentary
altitudes of 2,300 to 4,900                                                                                        e-mobility with the fully
feet, the Highlands lie in the                                                                                     electric BMW i3 for three
heart of the tri-border region                                                                                     hours per day.
of Germany, France and                                                                                             Thanks to eco-friendly energy
Switzerland.                                                                                                       consumption, your clients
The Red Inclusive Card offers                                                                                      can experience the Black
complimentary admission                                                                                            Forest – one of Germany’s
                                       View from Hochfirst Mountain                                                most scenic areas – as a
to 100 attractions in the
                                       hotels. Whether your clients          mobile, the Red Inclusive Card        certified “sustainable holiday
region. The card is available
                                                                                                                   destination.”
free to guests staying two             want action and sports, a             guarantees holiday fun for
nights or longer at more               relaxed and cozy vacation, or         everyone year-round. The offer        www.blackforesthighlands.info
than 380 participating                 something innovative and              includes leisure pools, cable         incoming@hochschwarzwald.de

Hofgut Sternen – The Black Forest Village
Hofgut Sternen – The Black             hotel with comfortable                of our region, such as hand-          craft of glassblowing as
Forest Village is located in           rooms in typical Black Forest         carved cuckoo clocks, and an          a cultural heritage.
the heart of the Black Forest          style. They can enjoy the             exclusive selection of brand
Highlands. Travelers can stay          fine Black Forest cuisine and         goods “Made in Germany.”              The protection of our
overnight or visit on a day trip.      even join one of our cooking                                                beautiful landscape is a
Either way, they’ll appreciate         workshops.                            The GlasManufaktur is a               priority for us. By re-initiating
the village’s hospitality,                                                   rare treat to experience.             the centuries-old Black Forest
culinary delights, traditional         At Hofgut Sternen, guests will        Our two glass-artists use a           tradition of self-sufficiency,
handicrafts and sustainability.        find a variety of cultural and        red-hot furnace to create             we can now produce all
                                       tradition-rich offers. Advise         unique designer objects               the energy needed at Hofgut
We are happy to welcome                them to take time to discover         and jewelry made of glass.
                                                                                                                   Sternen from local and
your clients to our four-star          the world-famous handicrafts          In 2016, UNESCO certified the
                                                                                                                   renewable sources. In a
                                                                                                                   short, guided presentation,
                                                                                                                   visitors can learn about
                                                                                                                   our contribution to
                                                                                                                   sustainable tourism.

                                                                                                                   Let your clients enjoy an
                                                                                                                   unforgettable experience at
                                                                                                                   Hofgut Sternen – The Black
                                                                                                                   Forest Village.

                                                                                                                   www.hofgut-sternen.de
                                                                                                                   reservation-bfv@hofgut-
                                                                                                                   sternen.de
                                                                                                                   www.hofgut-sternen.de/de/
                                                                                                                   hofgut-sternen/black-forest-
Glassblower                         Jägerstube Hofgut Sternen                                                      village/

Photography Credits (clockwise from top): Hochschwarzwald Tourismus GmbH; Fotos Drubba/Hofgut Sternen; Fotos Drubba/Hofgut Sternen                     7
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NEW HOTEL OPENINGS 2018 / 2019

New Places to Stay
Vienna House Easy, Leipzig                       new member of The Leading Hotels of
Vienna House Easy opens its new German           the World combines urban nature with
flagship hotel in Leipzig. The 205-room          a cosmopolitan way of life. The Fontenay          AMERON Hotel MOTORWORLD Munich
hotel with its smart, casual design is           comprises 130 luxurious rooms and
located in the center of the city, near the      suites. The gourmet restaurant Lakeside           flair and ambience, and are specifically
train station, and is both a living space and    on the 7th floor overlooks Hamburg and            decorated for motorsport enthusiasts.
creative meeting place for locals and guests.    the Fontenay Bar affords spectacular              www.ameronhotels.com
www.viennahouse.com/en/easy-leipzig              view across the lake. High above the
                                                 roofs of the city, guests can experience          25hours Hotel Das Tour, Düsseldorf
Indigo Hotel by Inter Conti, Dresden             an exclusive 10,760-square-foot spa,              German engineering meets French art at
The Hotel Indigo Dresden combines                including an indoor and outdoor pool.             the 25hours Hotel Das Tour. The 198-room
impressive cultural roots with the city’s        www.thefontenay.de                                hotel is located in the center of the new
historical background. Two worlds come                                                             Düsseldorf urban development project,
together with rough industrial charm             AMERON Hotel MOTORWORLD Munich                    LE QUARTIER CENTRAL. The ground floor’s
complementing intriguing, delicate               Now under construction, the new                   lobby and French café attract travelers
Baroque elements that mirror the historic        AMERON Hotel will be integrated into the          and locals alike. The restaurant on the
city of Dresden. The hotel has 132 guest         Motorworld Munich meeting and event               16th floor is the place to meet for lunch or
rooms and is situated at Wettiner Platz,         site. The revived, 11-acre, heritage-protected    dinner. Visitors to the bar on the 17th floor
close to the city’s historical downtown.         hall offers everything a car lover’s heart        enjoy drinks and a spectacular panoramic
www.ihg.com/hotelindigo                          desires. Hotel guests will experience a stay      view above Düsseldorf’s rooftops. A small
                                                 among the most fascinating automobiles            fleet of MINI cars and bikes are available
The Fontenay, Hamburg                            worldwide. The hotel’s 153 differently            free of charge for trips and excursions.
Nestled on the banks of Lake Alster, this        themed rooms impress with a unique                www.25hours-hotels.com

    A D V E R TO R I A L             New Look, New Style, New Shine –
                                     The Renovation Offensive Continues
The Maritim group, with its                                                                                     as well as the latter’s
47 hotels worldwide, enjoys                                                                                     adjacent Congress Centrum.
an excellent reputation                                                                                         Furthermore, the Maritim
throughout the industry and                                                                                     Hotel Bonn will be renovated
is the most widely recognized                                                                                   by the end of this year.
of all German hotel groups.
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services. The focus is always                                             renovated and modernized.             contact us directly.
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Top sites in central locations       will continue to modernize           found in Maritim hotels in            www.maritim.com
are one of the cornerstones          the group’s existing                 Königswinter, Ulm, Munich,            info@maritimusa.com
of the company’s success.            establishments. Nearly 3,000         Stuttgart, Darmstadt,
As an experienced specialist         of the 9,680 rooms in Maritim        Hanover, Bad Homburg,
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                                                               Germany’s Newest, Most Exciting Attractions
                                                               100 Years of Bauhaus                                                            Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg      to the country’s highest
                                                               In 2019 Germany and partners                                                    The Elbphilharmonie             mountain, the Zugspitze. The
                                                               across the world will celebrate                                                 concert hall in Hamburg         gondola travels along the
                                                               the centenary of the Bauhaus                                                    celebrated its opening in       world’s longest unsupported
                                                               movement. Founded in                                                            January 2017. It remains a      span, a record-breaking two
                                                               Weimar in 1919, relocated to                                                    major attraction thanks to      miles. The comfortable cabins
                                                               Dessau in 1925 and closed                                                       its innovative architecture     offer breathtaking views
                                                               in Berlin under Nazi regime                                                     and fine acoustics. The Plaza   of picturesque Lake Eibsee,
                                                               pressure in 1933, the school                                                    – the observation deck on       Waxenstein and the Alpspitze.
                                                               of design only existed for a                                                    the concert hall’s 6th floor    On clear days, visitors can see
                                                               total of 14 years. However, the                                                 – is open to the public. It     as far as Munich.
                                                               legendary Bauhaus – School                                                      offers visitors spectacular     www.zugspitze.de
                                                                                                                                               360-degree panoramic views
                                                               of Design, the most effective                                                                                   Berlin-Munich High-Speed Rail
                                                                                                       Bauhaus                                 overlooking Hamburg and
                                                               export of 20th century German                                                                                   German Rail’s new high-speed
                                                                                                                                               its harbor. The new Westin
                                                               culture, has continued to have a        off at Berlin’s Akademie der                                            train connects Munich and
                                                                                                                                               Hotel Hamburg is part of the
                                                               lasting effect. A comprehensive         Künste in January, followed by                                          Berlin in less than four hours.
                                                                                                                                               Elbphilharmonie complex.
                                                               program of cultural events              various anniversary exhibitions                                         Three daily trips from each
                                                                                                                                               www.elbphilharmonie.de
                                                               will focus on architecture              and the opening of three new                                            city speed along at up to 186
                                                               and design, art and history,            Bauhaus museums in Berlin,              Zugspitze Mountain Cable Car    mph, shortening the travel
                                                               education and research. The             Dessau and Weimar.                      In December 2017 Germany        time by two hours.
                                                               inaugural festival will kick            www.bauhaus100.de                       opened the new cable car        www.bahn.de

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SOUTHWEST GERMANY                                                                                                                A D V E R TO R I A L

                                                                            Baden-Baden: Elegant
                                                                            Spa and Culture Town
                                                                            in the Black Forest
                                                                            Historic and beautiful, Baden-Baden is an oasis for spa, beauty
                                                                            and wellness seekers. Located in the Black Forest, it is known as
                                                                            the green city of short distances, where everything is an easy
Pompom Hat
                                                                            walk away.

SouthWest Germany:                                                          The town’s two thermal baths, the modern Caracalla Spa and
                                                                            the historic Friedrichsbad, as well as the many exclusive spa

Welcome!
                                                                            hotels, offer unique wellness experiences.

                                                                            Cultural enthusiasts have a lot to choose from in Baden-
                                                                            Baden. The Festival Hall, Europe’s second largest classical
SouthWest Germany, the federal state of Baden-Württemberg,                  music venue, hosts international opera, ballet and concerts.
is one of Europe’s great holiday destinations. World-famous                 Art lovers can enjoy a visit to the various museums in town. In
attractions include the Black Forest, Lake Constance, and cities            Germany’s oldest casino – “the most beautiful casino in the
such as Heidelberg, Stuttgart and Baden-Baden. Wherever                     world,” according to Marlene Dietrich – guests can indulge
visitors go, there are beautiful landscapes dotted with mighty              in a universe of roulette, blackjack and poker set within belle
castles, magnificent palaces, medieval towns and UNESCO                     époque arcades and magnificent staterooms.
World Heritage sites. The birthplace of the automobile in 1886,
SouthWest Germany is the home of global brands such as                      Baden-Baden’s restaurant scene ranges from Michelin-
Mercedes-Benz and Porsche; both have fabulous car museums                   starred establishments to cozy little taverns, offering both
in Stuttgart. The region is not only one of Europe’s leading dining         international and traditional Badian cuisine.
destinations, with some 60 Michelin-starred restaurants, it is
                                                                            www.baden-baden.com
also famous for its stunning vineyards that produce fine wines.             freund@baden-baden.com
Beer lovers will want to put SouthWest Germany – the land
of 1,000 beers – at the top of their travel bucket list. With 185
breweries, it offers authentic beer culture in all its many facets.
Whatever their budget, visitors always get value for their money,
because quality is a priority in SouthWest Germany.

www.tourism-bw.com
info@tourismus-bw.de                                                        Baden-Baden

Stuttgart Airport: The Gateway to SouthWest Germany
Each year, approximately 11 million             motorway and to well-connected public               stores, duty-free shops and eateries ensure
passengers arrive at and depart from            transportation. Stuttgart Airport aims to           an enjoyable and stress-relieving journey.
Stuttgart Airport.                              make every passenger’s stay as pleasant
                                                as possible. A variety of high-class fashion        The observation deck is a highlight for
Located in one of Europe’s strongest                                                                passengers of all ages, all year long.
economic regions, the airport is a major                                                            Visitors can observe various airport
provider of mobility for people and                                                                 operations such as takeoff and landing,
businesses in Baden-Württemberg and                                                                 refueling, loading and unloading.
is the best gateway to one of the most
multifaceted regions in Europe.                                                                     The airport welcomes direct flights from
                                                                                                    Atlanta, provided by Delta Air Lines, every
Travelers arrive at all of their destinations                                                       day of the week.
quickly due to the excellent infrastructure
that provides direct access to the              Stuttgart Airport                                   www.stuttgart-airport.com

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Ludwigsburg:
Join the 250th Anniversary of the Venetian Fair
Two hundred and fifty years                                                  and songs. This colorful festival     the station to the market
ago, while visiting the Italian                                              is a magnificent blend of Italian     square and in the parades over
City of Lagoons, Duke Carl                                                   vivacity and Swabian cordiality,      the gondola bridge.
Eugen was so enchanted                                                       Mediterranean flair and
by the charm of the Venice                                                   Baroque ambience, the past            Experience the costumes and
Carnival that he decided                                                     and present, dreams and reality.      masks in all their splendor.
to give his residential city a                                                                                     National and international
masquerade festival of its own.                                              The Venetian Fair is a meeting        groups of artists will perform
Today, the biennial Venetian                                                 place for everyone who loves          on various stages, with
                                      Venetian Costume and Mask
Fair transforms Ludwigsburg’s                                                masquerades. Visitors can
                                                                                                                   spectacular performances as
market square into a magical          breathtaking masks and                 jump right in and immerse
                                                                                                                   well as quieter events.
and fantastic stage.                  costumes, and entertained by           themselves in the fantastic
                                      a fantastic mix of acrobatics,         events in the Swabian baroque         www.ludwigsburg.de
From September 7 to 9, 2018,          music, theater, fire magic,            city. Participate in the grand        touristinfo@ludwigsburg.de
fair-goers will be thrilled by        buffoonery, stilt walkers, dances      performers’ procession from           https://vimeo.com/221388416

Mainau Island:
Compelling Destination
Mainau Island, one of the             roses, perennials and colorful
most significant excursion            dahlias. Palms and citrus
destinations at Lake Constance,       plants lend a Mediterranean                 Beer Tent
attracts 1.2 million visitors         flair to the island in summer.

                                                                                  Stuttgart:
annually. The palace and              Lennart Bernadotte, born
botanic gardens are open              a Prince of Sweden, turned
                                      the summer residence of his
                                                                                  Culinary Delights
all year round and include
one of Germany’s largest              great-grandfather Grand Duke
butterfly houses and three            Friedrich I of Baden into a
adventure playgrounds. A              flower and plant paradise and
                                      opened it to the public.                    Haute cuisine or Swabian specialities, fine wines or refreshing
baroque palace and a more-
                                                                                  beers, celebrating traditional festivals or hiking in the vineyards
than-150-year-old arboretum
                                                                                  – there’s guaranteed to be something in and around Stuttgart
are in the center of the Lake         The Count´s Festivals                       to suit every taste. The region has no fewer than 23 starred
Constance island. During              and Swedish Traditions                      restaurants, eight of them in the state capital alone. Not
the so-called Mainau Flower           Every year in spring and fall,              starred, but no less excellent, is Swabia’s regional cuisine.
Year, from mid-March until            visitors can enjoy the Count´s              Wine bars and temporary “broom taverns” serve Maultaschen
the end of October, the park          Festivals. International                    (Swabian-style pasta pockets), lentils with Spätzle (noodles)
and gardens await thousands           exhibitors will present trends              or fried steak. The ideal accompaniment is a local wine. These
of tulips and hundreds of             and fashion for garden lovers,              range from Lemberger to Syrah and from Chardonnay to
rhododendrons, sweet-scented          as well as many accessories                 Riesling. Beyond the joy of drinking these wines, the Stuttgart
                                      for home and garden, lifestyle              Region’s vineyards are perfect for long walks, starting from the
                                      and wellness. The offer is                  city center. Local vintners regularly win international awards. In
                                      supplemented by all kinds                   Stuttgart, glasses are raised not only with wine, but also with
                                      of handcrafts, as well as                   beer. This year the Stuttgart Beer Festival will be even more in
                                      delicacies and spices.                      the limelight than usual, as it celebrates its 200-year jubilee.

                                      www.mainau.de                               www.stuttgart-tourist.de/tastystuttgart
Mainau Island                         info@mainau.de                              info@stuttgart-tourist.de

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THURINGIA                                                                                                                                           A D V E R TO R I A L

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Snack Like a Local in Thuringia
Famous for its lush forests and          sweet-sour red cabbage. But                 Bratwurst: It’s a true culinary              such as cauliflower,
impressive cultural heritage,            as much as Thuringians love                 treat, simply served in a bun                turnips, broccoli, cabbage,
Thuringia is located in what             fluffy dumplings for a Sunday               with local mustard on top.                   asparagus and onions. The
is nearly the perfect center             dinner, they absolutely live for            Only finely minced pork, beef,               Zwiebelkuchen, or onion cake,
of Germany. En route from                their sausages year-round.                  or sometimes veal is used                    is a regional confection of
Frankfurt to Berlin or from                                                          to make this sausage, and                    the spicy bulb. This cake is a
Berlin to Munich, Thuringia              Street Food                                 the spice mixtures vary with                 type of Blechkuchen, or sheet
is a perfect place to stop for           Thuringia Style                             the regional characteristics;                cake, made from a dough of
sightseeing and food.                                                                most common is a distinctive                 flour, salt, yeast, butter and
                                         Pork sausage is eaten all over
                                                                                     combination of salt, pepper,                 milk. The traditional topping
                                         Germany, but in Thuringia, it
Taking the time to enjoy                                                             caraway, marjoram and garlic.                consists of fried onions, bacon
                                         is of particular importance.
the local hospitality is an                                                                                                       and cream. The Thuringian
                                         The production has been
important part of every                                                              For All Beer and                             town of Weimar is famous
                                         strictly regulated since
journey. The food of the                                                             Veggie Lovers                                for its onion festival every
                                         1432. All the sausages in the
Thuringia region is just as                                                                                                       October and for the best
                                         region must be made from                    And for visitors loving fresh
renowned as its historical                                                                                                        onion cake.
                                         the purest, freshest pork.                  vegetarian cuisine, Thuringia’s
sights and rustic charm. As
                                         The most popular one is the                 agricultural areas are excellent
they wander through the                                                                                                           For all beer lovers, Thuringia
                                         grilled and spicy Thuringian                for growing vegetables,
streets of the Thuringian                                                                                                         is a must-visit in Germany.
towns, visitors will swoon over                                                                                                   Thuringia’s brewing culture
the region’s cuisine. Almost                                                                                                      looks back on a long tradition
everywhere they go, the                                                                                                           and presents its guests with a
delicious smell of Thuringian                                                                                                     wide selection of the popular
Bratwurst fills up the air and                                                                                                    drink, from dark beer and
cozy restaurants welcome                                                                                                          wheat beer to fine Pilsner-
guests with regional dishes.                                                                                                      style brews. The best place to
                                                                                                                                  enjoy a chilled local beer is an
Thuringian cuisine is perhaps                                                                                                     atmospheric beer garden or
best known for its love of the                                                                                                    one of the traditional brewing
potato dumpling. Stuffed with                                                                                                     restaurants, which can be
toasted, cube-shaped pieces                                                                                                       found in many Thuringian
of bread, Thuringian potato                                                                                                       towns, such as Thuringia’s
dumplings go best alongside                                                                                                       capital Erfurt, as well as in
hearty roasted meat and                  Captiontktkt kttkt ktktktkttkt kt ktk                                                    Eisenach, Jena and Gotha.

                                                                                                                                  www.visit-thuringia.com
                                                                                                                                  t.dunkel@thueringen-
                                                                                                                                  entdecken.de

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A D V E R TO R I A L

Welcome to Hannover
Authentic, unpretentious              discover the highlights is on
and relaxing, Hannover                one of our guided city tours
offers historic sights, culinary      or by touring independently.
delights, cultural highlights         Hannover’s “Red Thread” city
and shopping pleasures. The           walk is around 2.5 miles long
city’s central location and           and there is an accompanying
easy accessibility are among          booklet with information on
its other numerous draws.             the main sights along the way.
Overall, Hannover offers the
ideal mix for your FIT clients        At the International Fireworks
as well as for group tours and        Competition, held at
business travelers.                   Herrenhausen Gardens, five
                                      teams from all over the world
Hannover’s Highlights                 demonstrate their skills as
at a Glance                           they endeavor to win over
                                      the spectators and the jury.
Immaculate horticulture can
                                      Highlights of the maritime
be admired at the baroque
                                      Lake Maschsee Festival, one of
Herrenhausen Gardens. About
                                      the biggest events in Northern
half a million visitors do so
                                      Germany, include concerts
every year – including Barack
                                      and culinary treats. Lasting for
Obama in April 2016. The new
                                      10 summer days, Hannover’s         New Town Hall (top); Hannover Fairgrounds (bottom)
town hall offers visitors an
                                      annual Marksmen’s Funfair
exciting ride to the top of the                                          Today the city boasts the            and welcomes numerous
                                      is the biggest such event
cupola on the world’s only                                               largest exhibition grounds           business travelers year after
                                      in the world. During the
parabolic lift. At the top, they                                         in the world, with nearly            year. Hannover also offers
                                      holiday season, Christmas
can enjoy a wonderful view                                               five million square feet of          exceptional locations for
                                      markets transform the whole
of the entire city. Among the                                            halls and more than 624,000          conventions and conferences.
                                      of Hannover into a festive
city’s most impressive sights                                            square feet of open space.           Thanks to the numerous
                                      wonderland.
are the historic half-timbered                                           It is also among the most            events and attractive
buildings in the old town,                                               modern of its kind. Hosting          opportunities for leisure
the Hannover Adventure Zoo            Hannover: Trade Fair               top trade fairs and expos            activities, you can easily
with its spectacular themed           and Congress City                  such as CEBIT, HANNOVER              arrange an interesting side
worlds, and the fairy-tale-like       Hannover’s tradition as            MESSE and AGRITECHNICA,              diversion to tie in with your
Marienburg Castle south of            a major global trade fair          it is becoming a showcase            clients’ business trips.
Hannover. The best way to             city reaches back 70 years.        for technological innovation
                                                                                                              Hannover Marketing
                                                                                                              and Tourism
                                                                                                              We are happy to help
                                                                                                              with package and group
                                                                                                              arrangements, program
                                                                                                              modules, city tours on
                                                                                                              foot or by coach, and
                                                                                                              accommodations (hotels and
                                                                                                              private rooms). Furthermore,
                                                                                                              we are here to answer all your
                                                                                                              questions about business
                                                                                                              travel during trade fairs and
                                                                                                              congresses. We look forward
                                                                                                              to hearing from you.

                                                                                                              www.hannover.de/sales
Herrenhausen Gardens                                                                                          sales@hannover-tourismus.de

Photography Credits: Lars Gerhardts                                                                                                       13
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS IN GERMANY 2018-2019

                                                                                 December 29, 2018 – January 6, 2019          June 21, 2019
                                                                                 Vierschanzentournee                          Fête de la Musique
                                                                                 Four World Cup ski-jumping                   Also known as the European &
                                                                                 events, which have taken                     Worldwide Music Day, this free
                                                                                 place annually since 1953, are               music festival is held every year in
                                                                                 combined under the name                      540 cities worldwide, about 50 of
                                                                                 Vierschanzentournee, (Four                   them in Germany alone.
                                                                                 Hills Tournament). The venues
                                                                                 are Garmisch-Partenkirchen,                  June 22-30, 2019
Hamburg Hafen mit Queen Mary 2                                                   Oberstdorf, Innsbruck and                    Sailing Week, Kiel
                                                                                 Bischofshofen.                               Launched in 1882, the Kiel Week
                                                                                                                              regatta is the world´s largest
Through September 2018                 attracting six million visitors from      December 31, 2018                            sailing event. It attracts more than
Rhine in Flames, various locations     all over the world every year. The        New Year’s Eve, Berlin                       three million visitors annually. It
The Middle Rhine Valley                two weeks are filled with Bavarian        One of the biggest open-air                  features 2,000 ships and 5,000
Nighttime fireworks over the           music, food and beer.                     parties in the world is held                 sailors, participating in regattas,
Rhine River, between Bonn and                                                    annually at Berlin’s Brandenburg             historic ship parades and concerts.
Rüdesheim, are the highlight of this   October, 26-28, 2018
                                                                                 Gate. It is a huge celebration with
festival that illuminates medieval     ChocolARTs, Wernigerode                                                                June 2019 (dates tbd)
                                                                                 live music and fireworks.
castles, hills and boats.              Chocolate lovers should not miss                                                       Bach Festival, Leipzig
                                       Germany´s biggest chocolate               May 10-12, 2019                              With 75,000 visitors and more
September 7-11 and 14-17, 2018         festival. For five days Wernigerode       Hafengeburtstag, Hamburg                     than 100 events, this is one of the
Wurstmarkt, Bad Dürkheim               offers praline classes and hot            Hamburg´s “Harbor Birthday,” the             world’s most renowned classical
The “sausage fair” in Bad              chocolate drawings. The finest
Durkheim is the biggest wine           chocolatiers from all over the world
festival in the world with 685,000     help visitors celebrate.
visitors annually. The small town
near Heidelberg turns into a mix       October 5-14, 2018
of amusement park, street food         Festival of Lights, Berlin
fair and open-air tavern for two       The Berlin Festival of Lights
weekends in September.                 creates a magical atmosphere
                                       in the capital with light art and
September 14-15, 2018                  innovative installations. The event
Craft Beer Days, Bremen                is completed by several events,
Visitors can try more than             activities and tours, which are all
100 different beers and enjoy          related to the topic of light.
homemade dishes.                                                                 Goslar Weihnachtsmarkt
                                       November – December 2018
September 8 – October 3, 2018          Christmas Markets, various cities         world´s biggest harbor festival, is          music festivals. Performances
Alpine Cattle Drives, Alpine region    More than 2,500 Christmas                 celebrating its 830th anniversary.           at authentic Bach sites and the
Experience the old tradition of        markets across Germany offer              It features maritime, cultural and           involvement of the Gewandhaus
cattle drives in villages across       magical wonderlands, with giant           culinary offers. The opening parade          Orchestra and St. Thomas Boys
Bavaria and the Allgäu region, when    Christmas trees and decorated             with small and large, old and new            Choir make it unique.
the cattle are driven down the         booths that sell handcrafted              ships or the tugboat ballet are just
mountains to their winter quarters.    gifts and regional specialties. The       some of the highlights.                      July 13, 2019
                                       Christmas market in Kassel is                                                          Night of the Palaces, Dresden
September 22 – October 7, 2018         particularly unique in Germany.           May – September, 2019                        On the banks of the Elbe River, this
Oktoberfest, Munich                    The market is closely designed            Christopher Street Day, various cities       live music event extends across the
The world’s most famous beer           around the famous fairytales              This annual event celebrates                 grounds of Albrechtsberg, Lingner
festival first took place in 1810.     the Grimm brothers wrote and              the Gay Pride Movement, which                and Eckberg palaces. Several
Today, it is a huge celebration        collected in this city.                   originated in New York City.                 hundred artists perform on stages,
                                                                                                                              covering a variety of genres.
“The 2020 Passion Play in Oberammergau is a once in a lifetime, not to
be missed performance. Since 1634, this play has been performed entirely                                                      August 2019 (dates tbd)
by amateur actors from this charming village in Bavaria. It is only                                                           Nature One, Kastellaun
performed for a short time every ten years.”                                                                                  Nature One, one of Europe´s
                    Joseph Green, Regional Director – Americas,                                                               biggest electronic dance music
                    Tumlare Destination Management                                                                            festivals, is held in the southwest
                                                                                                                              state of Rhineland-Palatinate.
                    Contact Info:
                    www.passionsspiele-oberammergau.de                                                                        Discover a calendar packed
                    sales@oberammergau.de                                                                                     with events in Germany at:
                    Tel.: +49 (0) 88229498877                                    Passion Play in Oberammergau                 www.germany.travel/events

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THE WONDER OF GERMANY DISCOVERED
Through the windows of a train
The magic, romance, history, and culture of Germany can be explored with the relaxed elegance
of German trains. A journey by train allows your clients to discover the fairytale-like charm
of small towns and villages, and continue on to exciting cosmopolitan cities—complete with
designer and boutique shopping opportunities.

A CLASS ABOVE
The diverse, fabled landscape of Germany comes to life from the comfort                                                                Travel times:
of your client’s seat on board a high speed ICE train. Known for their speed                                                             Berlin–Frankfurt: 4h 10m
and frequent connections, ICE trains remain the ideal form of transportation                                                             Berlin–Munich: 3h 58m
for savvy travelers.                                                                                                                     Cologne–Stuttgart: 2h 13m
                                                                                                                                         Dresden–Nuremberg: 3h 31m
For an upgraded experience, traveling in First class allows for more legroom                                                             Munich–Heidelberg: 2h 58m
and large, comfortable seats on the train. Access to lounges is also included
at select stations before and after travel.
For extensive train travel, offer the German Rail Pass.
Highlights of the German Rail Pass:
  Provides travel on the national rail network of Germany including
  high speed ICE trains
  Includes travel beyond Germany’s borders to cities such as Brussels,
  Venice, Salzburg, and more
  Twin Pass with savings for 2 people traveling together
  Two children under 12 travel free per adult

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