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Hotelplan Closing

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YES, WE DO! It’s official now: Acquisition of Hotelplan Group closed

DERTOUR Group has successfully completed the acquisition of the entire Hotelplan Group, with the exception of Interhome.

new Foundation projects

DERTOUR Foundation

Tourism with purpose: The DERTOUR Foundation’s new projects at a glance

We are proud to announce four new projects shaped by strong local partnerships and backed by DERTOUR Group’s commitment to integrating sustainability into every step of the travel experience - from the hotels we offer, to the excursions we promote, to the way we engage with destination communities.

Christoph Debus

DERTOUR Group

Change in the Executive Board of DERTOUR Group: Christoph Debus takes over as CEO

With effect from March 1, 2025, Christoph Debus will become CEO of the DERTOUR Group. Debus will lead the international tourism group with over 10,000 employees as Chairman of the Executive Board of the DERTOUR Group together with Dr. Ingo Burmester, CEO Central Europe, Patrick Lambertz, CFO from January 1, 2025, and Leif Vase Larsen, CEO International.

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Diversity and competence in tourism

As an international tourist group, DERTOUR Group will make your dream holiday come true. Each year, millions of guests entrust the group of companies with their holiday and business travel. The DERTOUR Group looks back on over 100 years of history and is the travel and tourism division of the cooperatively organized REWE Group, one of the leading European trading companies. More about the DERTOUR Group

Strong brands under one umbrella

DERTOUR Group combines many international brands under one umbrella. This includes renowned tour operators and provider of specialty travel, popular hotel brands and global destination agencies, as well as strong travel agency and online sales, and business travel experts.

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Current information and services for media

The press division provides information about current topics at DERTOUR Group. In addition to press releases and news on programme presentations, journalists find suitable images to download here, as well as the right press team contacts for all media inquiries. 

Current information and service for the media

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The press division provides information about current topics at DERTOUR Group. In addition to press releases and news on programme presentations, journalists find suitable images to download here, as well as the right press team contact partners for all media inquiries. 

Press Releases

Apollo wins “Best Brand in the Travel Industry” at Evimetrix Swedish Brand Award 2025

Apollo has been named the “Best Brand in the Travel Industry” at the 2025 Evimetrix Swedish Brand Award. This award is based on one of Sweden’s largest independent brand surveys, and it confirms Apollo’s strong position in the Swedish travel market. Every year, the Evimetrix Swedish Brand Award is given based on the opinions of over 6,000 Swedish consumers who review more than 500 brands. The award recognizes brands that excel in both awareness and customer satisfaction – this recognition highlights Apollo’s commitment to providing excellent travel experiences, and the trust and loyalty it has earned from its travelers.

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Beyond travel: Building communities and protecting nature through tourism

Tourism is often seen as a way to explore new destinations, but its potential goes much further. When developed responsibly, tourism can strengthen communities, create education and employment opportunities, and support the protection of nature. In line with the theme of this year’s World Tourism Day, Tourism and Sustainable Transformation, which took place between September 27th-29th, the DERTOUR Foundation is proud to share how partners around the world are turning tourism into a tool for long-term progress.

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Kuoni France Group announces leadership transition: Emmanuel Foiry to retire, Gonzague de Gélis appointed as successor 

Kuoni France Group, a DERTOUR Group company, today announced a planned leadership transition. After 30 years at the head of the company, Emmanuel Foiry, Chairman of Kuoni France Group, will step down from his role on 31 December 2025. He will continue to serve as Strategic Advisor to the Chairman throughout 2026. Gonzague de Gélis, currently Chief Financial Officer of Kuoni France Group, has been appointed to succeed him as Chairman, effective 01.01.2026. 
The transition marks a significant chapter in the company’s journey, highlighting its rich history as an iconic travel brand.

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What sustainability means for the DERTOUR Group

Sustainability is an important component of DERTOUR Group’s philosophy. As a travel group operating internationally, the DERTOUR Group takes its responsibility towards people and nature in the holiday destinations very seriously, and advocates this as part of its sustainability programme “DER Welt verpflichtet” (Dedicated to DER World). 

What sustainability means for DERTOUR Group

Sustainability is an important component of DERTOUR Group’s philosophy. As a travel group operating internationally, DERTOUR Group takes its responsibility towards people and nature in the holiday destinations very seriously, and advocates this as part of its sustainability programme “DER Welt verpflichtet” (Dedicated to DER World).