Conferenze e Fiere

🚀 Fiavet's vice president, Luana De Angelis, announced the new Travel Agent Direct (Tad) platform, set to launch by July 30, 2025, after its recent presentation in Rome. This collaboration with Ryanair aims to enhance agency relationships in Italy, despite skepticism from industry experts. De Angelis insists on mutual dialogue, emphasizing Ryanair's willingness to listen. Ectaa is working on expanding Tad to other markets, marking Fiavet's significant progress in discussions with the low-cost airline.

🍻 Dreher's "Portaci da Bere Tour" will animate summer 2025 with events across four seaside locations in Puglia from July 3-6. This marketing initiative aims to celebrate carefree enjoyment and features tastings and activities. Dreher also launched a contest in Puglia, Calabria, Sicilia, and Basilicata until September 30. Participants purchasing €5 of Dreher products can win one of 500 cooler bags. The campaign reinforces Dreher's southern Italy connection, combining tradition with innovation.

🍷 Consorzio Tutela Roero held an event at Caracol restaurant in Bacoli, Naples, showcasing Roero wines. The tour, also visiting Milan and Bologna, features 258 members, 1,300 hectares, and 8 million bottles yearly, with 60% exported. Highlights included Roero DOCG Arneis Ritastè 2019 and Arneis Riserva 2017. Chef Angelo Carannante paired dishes like tuna with Roero Arneis 2024 and risotto with Roero DOCG 2022, emphasizing balance and exploration without compromise.

🍳 Cuoche professioniste, fino al 30 settembre 2025 in Italia, si possono iscrivere gratuitamente alla V edizione di "Extra Cuoca". Il concorso promuove l'eccellenza culinaria femminile e l'uso consapevole dell'olio extravergine. I partecipanti inviano fino a quattro ricette, valutate su sette parametri da esperti. Le finaliste affrontano una "Sfida ai fornelli", con giurie specializzate che premiano l'estetica, il gusto e la sostenibilità. Otto vincitrici saranno proclamate.

📊 Confindustria Nautica will preview the 65th Genoa International Boat Show at Expo Osaka on June 30, 2025. In 2023, the Italian nautical industry achieved a record €8.33 billion revenue, with an export of €4.3 billion. Italy leads in superyacht production, with over 50% of global orders. The Genoa Boat Show generates €65-70 million annually and attracts participants from 30 countries. The event will take place from September 18-23, 2025, at the new Waterfront di Levante.

🌼 L'Atelier della Lavanda 2025 in Irpinia offre quattro incontri il 28 giugno, 5, 12 e 19 luglio presso la Tenuta Cavalier Pepe. Inizia alle 16:00 con un benvenuto, seguito da una visita guidata, passeggiata nei campi di lavanda, e un atelier pratico. Il pomeriggio include musica dal vivo e aperitivo. Cena gourmet disponibile dalle 19:30. Selezione vini locali. L'evento è adatto a famiglie con servizi dedicati. Accesso per disabili garantito.

🎵 Yoga sarà il title sponsor di "Yoga Radio Estate" nel 2025, in collaborazione con Radio Bruno e Mediaset. Il tour musicale gratuito in Emilia-Romagna inizia il 24 giugno a Reggio Emilia, prosegue il 2 luglio a Forlì e si conclude a Modena il 10 e 11 luglio. Con oltre 30.000 spettatori dal vivo, offre esperienze interattive e sarà trasmesso su Italia Uno. Gli spettatori potranno partecipare a un concorso live tramite un QR code.

🛳️ American Cruise Lines is launching the American Patriot, the first in its new Patriot class, tomorrow. This 130-passenger ship will embark on 15-day itineraries in New England, departing from Boston. Over the next 16 months, three more ships—American Pioneer, American Maverick, and American Ranger—will debut. American Pioneer arrives this year, while Maverick and Ranger, each accommodating 125 passengers, are set for 2026. The company offers nine New England itineraries, lasting 8 to 15 days.

🍕 Manuel Maiorano, of La Fenice Pizzeria Contemporanea in Pistoia, will showcase his artisanal pizzas on September 1 at “Masters of Pizza” at the Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como. He placed 30th in the 50 Top Pizza Italia and 69th in the 50 Top Pizza World, winning “Frittatina di Pasta dell’Anno.” The event, featuring pizzas with high hydration dough, is part of a series on June 9, 23, July 7, September 1, and 22.

🛩 Cesare Foà, presidente di AdV Unite, is concerned about Naples airport's closure from mid-January to early March for renovations. This affects millions of passengers, causing confusion among airlines, some of which have canceled winter flights or incorrectly sold tickets. The management is handled by Gesac, while the final decision lies with Enac. Alternative routes suggest Salerno or Bari, but clarity on the relocation remains lacking.