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With an informational webinar on April 17 at 8:30 a.m., rtk is sending a clear message to the entire brick-and-mortar travel industry: Under the title “Interested in PAYBACK for your travel agency?”, travel agencies of all sales structures will receive a concise and practical overview of how the PAYBACK program can be specifically leveraged to strengthen customer loyalty, generate additional bookings, and deliver measurable competitive advantages. To the press release

TVG Touristik Vertriebsgesellschaft (TVG) has successfully completed its latest satisfaction survey among its franchise partners. The survey was conducted at the end of 2025 by the independent institute igenda as part of the company’s full membership in the German Franchise Association (DFV). An anonymous, standardized partner survey is a prerequisite for the regular renewal of membership. A tool that creates transparency and makes quality measurable. To … Read more

Registration is now open: With “Cruise & Chill 2026,” rtk and Reiseland are once again setting sail for two summer event highlights centered on the theme of cruising. On June 11 in Hamburg and June 25 in Mannheim, it’s “Cast off!” for a modern after-work event that combines information, inspiration, and networking. Starting now, QTA … Read more

Touristik Vertriebsgesellschaft (TVG) and Reiseland Franchise are continuing their close collaboration and are inviting attendees to their second joint annual conference in 2026: From May 13 to 18, travel agency owners from both franchise systems will meet with tour operators, airlines, and other industry partners in Al Ain and Abu Dhabi. The focus will be on the motto “The future is not … Read more

Market research by rtk shows how AI is transforming the customer journey and how travel agencies can capitalize on this. Digital channels are playing an increasingly significant role in how travelers plan their vacations today. Search engines, travel portals, social media, and new technological applications are shaping the start of the customer journey—not yet decisive, but increasingly so. Against this backdrop, rtk conducted a … Read more

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

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 blending nature, … Read more

Everyone is talking about artificial intelligence. But how can it be applied in a practical and meaningful way in travel sales? Answers to this question 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 touch it, try it out, and apply it in their day-to-day agency work. Read the press release

What happens when you combine a thirst for knowledge, a beach atmosphere, and strong partners? That’s exactly what around 30 second-year travel industry trainees experienced in late June during an intensive, hands-on training seminar in El Gouna, Egypt. Reiseland’s trainee academy, known as ProCamp, took place once again and once more offered a well-thought-out mix of professional input, personal development … Continue reading

Hamburg, July 22, 2025. Glistening icebergs, endless expanses, and the midnight sun: For 23 travel agents from the Reiseland and rtk network, the Arctic dream became a reality. Together with HX Hurtigruten Expeditions, they immersed themselves in the fascinating world of West Greenland from June 21 to July 3, 2025, on an informational trip that was so much more … Read more