Day-By-Day Itinerary

Conference Agenda (Overview)

The American Tourism Society’s annual conference will be held in an engaging new travel destination. Register now and join us in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern—nicknamed “Meck-Pomm”—the north east province of Germany, on the southern end of the Baltic Sea, easily accessible from Hamburg and Berlin. Help us celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, from behind the “iron curtain” at the luxurious Hotel Grand Heiligendamm. More...

Day 1: Grand Hotel Heiligendamm (Oct. 26)

On the shores of the Baltic Sea, the Grand Hotel Heiligendamm was Germany's first seaside resort. Built in 1814, this spectacular facility is a classic in the best European 19th-century style. More...

Day 2: Life in Meck-Pomm (Oct. 27)

The ATS conference begins with a variety of speakers and panels relevant to the tourism industry and the culture and transformational aspects of life in Meck-Pomm. More...

Day 3: Journey to Ahrenshoop (Oct. 28)

The second session of the ATS conference continue throughout the morning. After lunch, depart by coach to Ahrenshoop, an artist village on the Baltic, then transfer to the Climate Forest for a program sponsored by Tourism Cares. More...

Day 4: Post-Conference NTA Tour Begins (Oct. 29)

The National Tour Association product development tour will depart from Heiligendamm for a walking tour of Rostock, including a visit to St. Marien Church's astronomical clock, dating from 1472. More...

Day 5: The Road to Berlin (Oct. 30)

In Ivenack, visit a grove of oak trees dating back thousands of years. Then travel to Berlin to learn about the events of the 20-year reign of the German Democratic Republic. Enjoy dinner at the 5-star Hotel Palace. More...

Day 6: Grand Tour of Berlin (Oct. 31)

On Saturday, October 31, depart the hotel to visit some of the capital's most famous sites, including the embassy district, Potsdamer Platz, Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, and “The Kennedys”, a unique museum which offers a unique perspective about this American dynasty. More...

Day 7: Journey Home (Nov. 1)

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, then a transfer is provided to the Berlin Tegel airport for you departure back home. More...