“Travel agencies make a difference.”

rtk Launches Industry-Wide Campaign for Travel Agencies Burghausen, February 9, 2026. With its industry-wide campaign “Travel Agencies Make a Difference,” rtk has taken a clear stand: in support of brick-and-mortar sales and personal consultation, and against a one-sided focus on price and cashback in the travel market. The campaign has now launched and brings together a variety of concrete initiatives with which rtk supports travel agencies in … Read more

Loyalty Programs in Travel Distribution: rtk Offers a Solution with the Market Leader

rtk is building on existing strengths rather than creating new siloed solutions. An expanded PAYBACK partnership offers travel agencies an effective response to cashback programs. Burghausen, February 6, 2026. The discussion surrounding proprietary bonus models in brick-and-mortar travel retail is gaining momentum. This is driven, among other things, by the growing cashback activities of OTAs, to which an increasing number of market participants wish to respond. rtk welcomes this debate – … Read more

meinReisebüro24's annual campaign puts travel agency advice at the heart of vacation planning

Why a travel agency? Because a vacation is more than just a click. With this clear stance, meinReisebüro24 is launching a comprehensive year-round campaign in February that confidently puts brick-and-mortar sales front and center. Under the tagline “Why a travel agency?”, meinReisebüro24 highlights the real added value that personal advice offers today and how it can be intelligently combined with modern technology. To … Read more

RTG Direct Sales Continues on Its Growth Trajectory

The Raiffeisen Touristik Group (RTG) is steadily expanding its direct sales operations. After acquiring numerous offices in recent years, five additional travel agencies have been acquired by RTG as of November 1, 2025: Sun World in Dinslaken, M’OCEAN Reisen und Meer in Dolgesheim, Reise-Centrum Mielck in Seevetal-Maschen, and Reisebüro Bandura … Read more

Travel professionals explore the Sunshine State in all its facets with rtk, Reiseland, and TVG

Ten travel professionals from rtk, Reiseland, and TVG explored the Sunshine State from October 14 to 22, 2025, at the invitation of Visit Florida and Discover Airlines. The week-long familiarization trip took them from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale and back to Orlando, combining tourist highlights, local insights, and memorable experiences. The goal was to showcase Florida as a multifaceted destination that blends nature, … Read more

Why Specialization Can Be a Key to Success for Travel Agencies

rtk Managing Director Thomas Bösl encourages travel agencies to sharpen their focus and actively capitalize on additional opportunities in the evolving travel market. rtk sees increasing specialization as a significant opportunity for travel agencies to position themselves effectively in this dynamic market environment. rtk Managing Director Thomas Bösl observes a trend toward greater … Read more

The successful "MACHERINNEN #Touristik powered by Reiseland" series is entering its next phase

Following the huge success of its spring premiere, the “MACHERINNEN #Touristik powered by Reiseland” initiative is kicking off the winter season with renewed energy. On December 3, dedicated women from the tourism industry will gather at the rooftop bar of the stylish Moxy Hotel in Cologne to network, share experiences, and inspire one another. The event is aimed at … Read more

After the summer travel season is before the summer travel season

The QTA Travel Summer 2025 has just come to a close to an impressive response—bigger, more inspiring, and more diverse than ever before. But there are no long breaks in this industry: True to the motto “After the travel summer is before the travel summer,” the next highlight is already set. On October 10, 2026, at 10 a.m., Halle 45 in Mainz will host … Read more

Reiseland and TVG will demonstrate how artificial intelligence is used in travel sales during an innovation workshop

Everyone is talking about artificial intelligence. But how can it be applied in a practical and meaningful way in travel sales? Answers to these questions were provided by the Reiseland and TVG Innovation Workshop, which took place in Mainz as part of the QTA Travel Summer 2025. The hands-on format brought AI to life: participants could explore, experiment with, and apply it in their day-to-day agency work. Read the press release

QTA Summer 2025 – Continuing the Success Story in Mainz

Hall 45 in Mainz was packed with tourism professionals last Saturday: Over 1,300 trade visitors attended the second QTA Reisesommer, once again making the event the largest sales event of the year. Compared to last year, the event saw growth of over 30 percent. More than 120 exhibitors from all sectors of the tourism industry presented … Read more