Activities & latest news in Barcelona

2025 IBTM Asia Pacific Shifts Locations : Won't Be Held in Hong Kong—See You in Barcelona Instead!

Well, it looks like RX Global, the team behind IBTM World, has made a bit of a pivot for 2025. Originally, the first-ever IBTM Asia Pacific was set to light up AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong on March 19-20. But plans have changed, and instead, they’re rolling out the red carpet in Barcelona for November 19-21, 2024.

Event director Claudia Hall explained the twist, citing that APAC’s business travel planners are showing serious wanderlust. Rather than staying local, they’re itching for the global connections that IBTM World is known for in Barcelona.

2025 IBTM Asia Pacific Shifts Locations 

In her statement, Hall gave a shoutout to those originally on board for the Hong Kong event, inviting them to the grand stage of IBTM World in Spain. “Let’s go big!” she essentially said. And who can blame her? With the momentum of the international meeting scene in full swing, it’s clear that Barcelona is where the action is.

This isn't RX Global's first tango with APAC event plans. They initially aimed to bring IBTM World to Singapore in 2020, only to have it swept away by the pandemic. And with IBTM APAC off the map for now, Northstar Travel Group's The Meeting Show APAC, which had its Singapore debut in April 2024, is already making waves and looking at big expansions in the future.

Get ready, because IBTM World in Barcelona is shaping up to be an unmissable spectacle! From November 19-21, 2024, the show promises a dynamic mix of networking, innovative sessions, and an impressive global lineup. Think of it as a who’s-who of the meetings and events world, where big ideas and even bigger partnerships come to life!

So, mark those calendars for Barcelona in November! Need help with groups and incentives in Barcelona, contact us!

Exciting New Routes from Delta Airlines: New Routes and Record-Breaking Schedules for 2025!

Delta Air Lines is raising the bar for travel in 2025 by introducing new routes that are sure to take you from the busy energy of Atlanta, to the easy-going Austin, and the beautiful Salt Lake City. It is now time to pack your bags because the airlines are about to bring your dreams of going places with their planes (or even more crazy fun!)

Largest Ever Schedule from Atlanta

Prepare for this, and never lose your boarding pass because Delta is going on a rollicking venture in Atlanta! Come Summer 2025, the airline is planning to introduce its largest ever flight schedule that will comprise a staggering 1.1 million weekly seats, 968 daily operating flights and great connections to an impressive 215 destinations. 

But hang on a second, there’s even better! In addition to this, you will not only be able to see a large number of the domestic flights waiting for you but it seems that Delta is on the fast track to develop its international flights as well. Be ready to fly to new cities such as Naples and Brussels and also increase the number of flights in some popular directions like: Rome, Zurich, Barcelona, Athens, Cancun, and Toronto.

Ha, it’s more like Delta International threw a global bash couldn’t help but invite all the best places in the world!

Atlanta’s Mayor, Andre Dickens, can’t hide his glee over all this expansion, saying that it only further supports the position of the city as one of the leading global business and cultural centers. Therefore, it is obvious why Delta is so crucial for the local market – because it’s a win-win; who doesn’t want more flights and fewer connections?

Highlights Exciting New Routes from Delta Airlines:

• Atlanta Takes the Crown: Largest schedule ever with 1.1 million weekly seats. That's a lot of space for your legroom complaints!
• International Additions: New flights to Naples and Brussels—because you deserve pizza and waffles!
• Mayor’s Seal of Approval: Atlanta’s growth as a cultural hub gets a boost from Delta, and we’re all for it.

For the best assistance for your  groups and incentives to Brussels, contact us!

Expansions Elsewhere

Saving the best for last, wait. No, there is no Delta that has its wings intact. The carrier has also added five additional planes to the unique market of Austin, Texas, starting from March 2025. There is no more need to fly to portions of Seattle as you can now fly to Panama city, Florida under direct flight services offered every day –essentials for those hot days when the only requirement is to work on your tan!

Austin will also see a ramp up of nonstop services that will include Indianapolis, Memphis, San Francisco, and Tampa. With a jerky delight, Delta's Senior Vice President of Network Planning, Joe Esposito, is reporting that Delta’s footprint embraces Austin wholeheartedly. Their updated weather forecast for Texas is that the temperatures will increase by 20% in terms of seat capacity, which has been the case since April.

Highlights:

• Austin’s New Routes: Daily nonstop flights to Panama City, plus new services to Indianapolis, Memphis, San Francisco, and Tampa. Pack your bags and get ready for an adventure!
• Commitment to Growth: 20% increase in seat capacity since April. That’s more seats than a Texas BBQ on a Saturday night!
• Texas Takeover: Delta is expanding its reach in the Lone Star State, and we’re here for it.

International Connections from Salt Lake City

And all of you Salt Lake City folks, June 12, 2025, for warning! Delta is starting a new route to Seoul-Incheon International Airport non stop, which brings many opportunities for the users of the South Korea-United States route. You'll probably be eating kimchi and drinking soju soon enough!

Highlights:

• New Route to Seoul: Nonstop flights from Salt Lake City to Seoul-Incheon starting June 12, 2025. Get ready for a cultural adventure!
• Adventure Awaits: Discover the vibrant culture, cuisine, and history of South Korea, all without the need for a layover snack.

The Delta Difference: Enhancing Global Connectivity

Delta Air Lines is on a mission to make travel as easy as pie (or pizza, since we’re feeling hungry). With its impressive expansions from Atlanta, Austin, and Salt Lake City, you’ll enjoy more options and fewer layovers—just like we all wish our lives were.

So, whether you’re itching to explore Europe, soak up the sun in Panama, or dive into the rich culture of Korea, Delta is ready to take you there, complete with a smile and maybe even a complimentary snack (we can dream, right?).

For more information about the Delta's flights visit this website.

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