I'm not positive how I stumbled across "Travel to Fairs Limited", but I'm so glad I did. A simple request for traveling advice turned into a fantastic planning experience. My first point of contact (Via telephone) was from Ms. Ellie Stone. From that point forward I worked solely with her. My plans were extremely complex and Ellie was there for me the entire time. Flying from the United States, traveling to four separate cites in three European countries seemed daunting. After a few questions and some conversation, Ellie was able to give me multiple hotel options in each city. Ms. Stone even divided each hotel by their amenities. (Included breakfast/bars/public transport etc.) In addition to her thorough help with hotel accommodations, Ellie also booked three (3) separate flights for me. Germany to Denmark to Poland. For each city/destination, Ellie offered no fewer than 3 options for accommodations. Same for my flight options. Each destination had three choices. Different airlines and different departure times so I could manage my travel easily. The communication between Ellie and myself was excellent. With the time change between us, emails worked perfectly. Ellie was very attentive to my needs and responded to my questions/inquiries quickly. On more than a few occasions, when I called her office, she took the time to answer me right away. I would love to extend my gratitude and genuine "thanks" to Ellie. Dare I say... she made this experience fun. 5 STARS !!! Her company should be grateful to have her working there.
IAW 2027
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Update
IAW 2027 will take place between the 9th and 11th of March 2027 as a face-to-face event. The event will take place at Messe Cologne.
Preface
Do not lose sight of the fast-paced trends in retail and promotions at IAW. The international trade fair brings in over 300 exhibitors to Germany to present an in-depth overview of several industry sectors, including clothing, consumer goods, cosmetics, toys, home products and promotional products. IAW is renowned for its product portfolio, which features beverages, computer accessories, cosmetics, DIY products, electrical goods, electronics, fabrics, flowers, food, garden products, gift items and hardware.
IAW Accommodation
Secure your chances of success with hotels in Cologne within your price range. For an online hotel reservation for trade fairs, turn to Travel 2 Fairs Ltd. Business travel has many components to itself, but one of the most important is accommodation. It can take many hours to find the right hotel deal for your company, and Travel 2 Fairs Ltd shortens the search to a single business day. It is simple. Give us your planned budget, how many people are in your group and the dates you are travelling. Our team uses this data to create a bespoke stay in a trusted venue.
Past Iterations
IAW September 2021
IAW 2021 September occurred between 14-16.09.2021 at Messe Cologne. The edition was a face-to-face trade exhibition with strict coronavirus precautions, including attendants needing to show health certificates. Around 200 exhibiting firms and 5 000 visitants from 52 countries attended the fair.
IAW March 2022
IAW 2022 March featured around 4 800 attendants from 66 countries. The event was a face-to-face trade exhibition in Messe Cologne. It occurred between 08-10.03.2022. The venue featured the latest coronavirus precautions, including mandatary medical face coverings.
IAW September 2022
IAW 2022 September featured 260 exhibiting firms from 22 countries, including 60 newcomers, and around 5 000 trade visitants from 66 nations. The fair was held live between 06-08.09.2022 in Messe Cologne. It did not feature coronavirus precautions due to the repealing of the country's pandemic restrictions.
IAW March 2023
IAW 2023 March occurred as a live trade exhibition in Messe Cologne between 28.02-2.03.2023. The venue did not include coronavirus precautions. This was because of the repealing of the country's pandemic restrictions. The iteration signified a new attendance record as it featured more than 6 000 visitants from 80 countries with 48% being buyers. Additionally, the trade exhibition received 280 exhibiting firms from 22 nations with at least 17% being newcomers.
IAW September 2023
IAW September 2023 was a live trade exposition in Messe Cologne between 05-07.09.2023. It featured 5 000 visitants from 66 nations who over-viewed the wares of 290 exhibitants from 24 countries. The event took place on 30 000 m2 of event space.
IAW March 2024
IAW March 2024 was a live trade exposition in Messe Cologne between 04-06.03.2024. It featured 285 exhibiting firms from 26 nations, 5 400 visitants, and 26 speakers on 30 000 m2.
IAW September 2024
IAW September 2024 was a live trade expos hosted in Messe Cologne between 03-05.09.2024. It was attended by 4 850 visitants and 285 exhibiting firms from 28 participating countries.
IAW March 2025
IAW March 2025 took place as a live trade expo in Messe Cologne between 11-13.03.2025. It featured 280 exhibiting firms from 21 nations and 5 200 visitants.
IAW September 2025
IAW September 2025 was a live trade expo hosted between 02-04.09.2025. It featured 260 exhibiting firms from 23 countries and over 4,700 trade visitants from around 70 nations on 30,000 m².
IAW March 2026
IAW March 2026 was a live trade expo hosted between 24.-26.03.2026. It featured approximately 4 900 visitants and 280 exhibiting firms from 25 exhibiting nations.
IAW September 2026 was a live trade expo hosted between 08-10.09.2026. It featured 260 exhibiting firms, including 26 first-time exhibitants, and approximately 5 000 visitants from more than 65 nations.
Our visitors for the event
Hello Michael,
Thank you for your interest.
Yes’, everything’s going well with the hotel and George was very helpful and kind.
Thank you for your help, I will write you in case of need.
Best regards.
Dear M. Parker,
The hotel was very great.
Close to the messe and the city by metro and very convenient. It was very close to the metro. close to the center (10 min) 30 min to the messe Great Brekfast. The room was clean, and we have a present : chocolate, water and coffee.
I think we want to reserve the same hotel next year 😉
Thank you
regards
We had the pleasure of staying at TRYP Lisboa Oriente during a business trip. Megan helped us so much and made sure that all our partners were well taken care of. I only have positive feedback and highly recommend Go Fair.
Hello Tracy
Everything ok with the hotel! Thanks!
Sonia Favero
Been staying this hotel for few times. The room reservation was very prompt and convenient. Ms Christine Clark has been assisting us with the room reservation and her service is very efficient. Will definitely recommend to other friends on their services.
Hi Megan,
Milan went really well and the hotels were comfortable.
The hospitality that we received was also quite nice. So thank you for your efforts and the coordination.
CPhI Worldwide - 2024
Dear Tracy,
Thanks a lot for the follow up.
All went well at the Renaissance. I did not attend myself but my crew did not report any incident.
Take care
IMCAS - 2024
Dear Megan,
We check in to the hotel without any problems.
Thank you very much for your support, I hope to ask you for additional assist in finding accommodations in the future for business trips.
Stay healthy and safe!
Best regards,
Keedon
Hotel was very nice and clean. Location was also good, just 10 min by train to ExCel to DSEI 2023.
DSEI 2023
Hello Michelle,
Everything went well at A&O Koln Neumarkt for Anuga 2023.
Regards,
Cecilie
Anuga 2023
Hi Megan,
Everything was as expected, thanks.
KR Morten
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