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rtk continues to advance the development of its digital strategy and is expanding its AI system, TONI, with a new application: Starting immediately, TONI will also handle phone calls. The voicebot—that is, the digital voice system—will initially launch in a test phase at rtk’s headquarters in Burghausen outside of business hours. The goal is to gradually optimize the system and adapt it to real-world … Read more

On October 7, 2026, high above the Ahr Valley, it’s time to tee off for the tourism industry. The “Birdies & Business 2026” Golf Cup is a unique industry event that brings together travel agencies, tour operators, airlines, and other tourism service providers in a relaxed atmosphere. As a pre-event ahead of the launch of QTA Travel Summer 2026 and the rtk Dialogue Days, the event deliberately focuses on its … Read more

Turkey is sending a clear, positive signal for the summer tourism season: During a recent one-day trip to Antalya, Thomas Bösl, spokesperson for the Quality Travel Alliance (QTA) and managing director of rtk, held key discussions with high-ranking representatives from politics, industry associations, and the hotel sector. The focus was on preparations for the 2026 summer season, current demand trends, and strategic … Read more

With a targeted social media initiative, rtk is generating further momentum in sales for its traditional target markets of Turkey, Egypt, and Cyprus. The initiative is part of the “Travel Agencies Make a Difference” campaign, through which the partnership aims to highlight and specifically strengthen the advisory services provided by brick-and-mortar travel agencies. Read the press release

The QTA Travel Summer is rapidly becoming one of the travel industry’s most important gathering places. More than 150 exhibitors and around 1,500 guests are already expected in Mainz on October 10, 2026. This marks the event’s third consecutive year of growth. Read the press release

In 2026, the rtk Dialogue Days will break new ground—both in terms of content and location. From October 8 to 10, they will bring together networking, inspiration, and strategic dialogue in the Ahr Valley and in Mainz. Read the press release

The tour operator schauinsland-reisen and the Quality Travel Alliance (QTA) are entering into a strategic partnership for the coming years. The companies have signed a cooperation agreement covering the years 2026 and 2027. Read the press release