Where
Vienna University, Vienna, Austria
When
24 September 2024
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25 September 2024
Austria and Vienna
Vienna, the enchanting capital of Austria, is a city steeped in history, culture, and architectural splendor. Renowned for its imperial palaces, classical music heritage, and vibrant arts scene, Vienna seamlessly blends the grandeur of the past with the dynamism of the present. Visitors can explore iconic landmarks such as the Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, and the Vienna State Opera. The city’s rich cultural tapestry is complemented by its renowned coffee houses, exquisite cuisine, and lush green spaces like the Prater Park. As a hub of innovation and creativity, Vienna offers an inspiring backdrop for our conference, inviting attendees to experience the unique charm and intellectual spirit that define this remarkable city.
Vienna University
The University of Vienna, established in 1365, is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Europe. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and research innovation, it offers a diverse range of programs across numerous disciplines. The university boasts a vibrant intellectual community, attracting scholars and students from around the globe. Its historic campus features stunning architecture and state-of-the-art facilities, providing an inspiring environment for learning and collaboration. As a leading institution in the heart of Vienna, it plays a crucial role in the city’s cultural and scientific landscape, making it a fitting host for our conference.
The IFTTA conference takes place in the Ceremonial Hall of the Main University building.
Attending the conference?
We encourage anyone who is interested in travel and tourism law to attend this years IFTTA annual conference to share be updated in the latest developments in travel and tourism law, exchange ideas, tips and other information.
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Conference organizers
This conference is organised by the Vienna University, faculty of Tourism & Law in cooperation with IFTTA.
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| Univ.-Prof. Dr. Helmut Ofner, LL.M. Academic Director |
Mag. Angela George Program coordinator |
IFTTA Conference Schedule
Monday 23 September 2024
| 12:30-17:00 | IFTTA Board Meeting (IFTTA directors only) Josef-Hupka-Zimmer, 2nd Floor, Juridicum, Schottenbastei 10-16, 1010 Vienna. |
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| 12:30 | Meet at the reception of Juridicum, ground floor. The board will be escorted to the meeting room. | |
| 13:00 | IFTTA Board Meeting (Part I) | |
| 15:00 | Coffee break | |
| 15.30 | IFTTA Board meeting (Part II) | |
Day 1
Tuesday 24 September 2024
| 09:00-09:30 | Registration | |
| 09:30-10:30 | Panel I - Opening | |
| 09:30 | Opening Remarks by Univ.-Prof. Dr. Helmut Ofner, LL.M. | |
| 09:35 | IFTTA President’s Welcome Speech, Dr. Jacqueline Tanti Dougall | |
| 09:40 | Federal Minister of Labour and Economy, Univ.-Prof. Dr. Martin Kocher | |
| 09:50 | Chamber of Commerce Austria, GF Mag. Manfred Katzenschlager, BS Tourismus | |
| 10:00 | Update on tourism law at UNWTO, Prof. Dr. Julio Facal | |
| 10:30 | Q & A (until 10:45) | |
| 10:45-11:00 | Coffee break | |
| 11:00-13:00 | Panel II - Package Travel Directive Chair: Mrs. RAin Marie Vandersanden, LL.M. |
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| 11:00 | Package Travel – from a Simple Concept to Increasing Complexity, RA Dr. Michael Wukoschitz | |
| 11:20 | The Current Fight (Not) to Change the PTD, Dr. Klara Dvorakova, MA | |
| 11:40 | Package travel and new technologies: rethinking the legal concept, Prof. Dr. Antonia Paniza | |
| 12:00 | Current case law of the PTD, Prof. Dr. Ansgar Staudinger | |
| 12:20 | PTD in the UK. Interpretation of the PTD through case law and in the light of recent EU amendments, Stephen Mason, MA | |
| 12:40 | Q & A (until 13:00) | |
| 13:00-14:00 | Lunch break (costs not included) | |
| 14:00-16:20 | Panel III - Economic perspectives and sustainability Chair: Prof. (FH) Dr. Florian Aubke, 2024/25 Eurochrie President |
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| 14:00 | The Austrian Hotel- and Tourism Bank (OeHT), Laura Graf, LL.B. | |
| 14:20 | Green Transition and Protection of Travellers, Prof. Dr. Andrej Micovic | |
| 14:40 | The UN Tourism Framework Convention on Tourism Ethics, Prof. Dr. Julio Facal | |
| 15:00 | The field of travel and tourism in the Science of law. Epistemology, Dr. Maria Goretti Sanches Lima, LL.M. | |
| 15:20 | Legal Aspects of Food and Beverage Management in Hospitality, Carmit Bar-On, MA, LL.B. | |
| 15:40 | Brazilian travel agencies and the possible 'proportional' liability for their acts according to legislation, Marcelo Oliviera, LL.B. | |
| 16:00 | Q & A (until 16:20) | |
| 16:20-19:30 | No program. | |
| 19:30 | Gala dinner | |
Day 2
Wednesday 25 September 2024
| 09:00-11:00 | Panel IV - Aviation Law and Passenger Rights Regulation Chair: Dipl.-BW. Martin Gross, RAin Dr. Stefanie Bergmann |
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| 09:00 | Current legal issues deriving from EU regulations, Prof. Dr. Günther Ofner | |
| 09:20 | Interlining and other forms of cooperation in the Aviation Industry, Mag. Dominik Wei, LL.M. | |
| 09:40 | Welcome to the United States: What foreign travel companies need to know! Jeff Ment, BS, J.D. | |
| 10:00 | A very warm welcome to Canada: What foreign companies need to know! Timothy J. Law | |
| 10.20 | Legal Aspects of Adventure Tourism and safety in the first place, Ana Paula Satcheki | |
| 10.40 | Austrian Aeronautics Industries Group (AAIG), Dr. Peter Malanik | |
| 11:00 | Q & A (until 11:30) | |
| 11:30-11:45 | Closing Speech, Dr. Jacqueline Tanti Dougall | |
| 11:45-12:15 | Coffee break | |
| 12:30-15:00 | IFTTA Annual General Meeting (IFTTA-members only, incl. lunch) | |
| 12:30 | Lunch | |
| 13:00 | IFTTA AGM (Part I) | |
| 13:50 | Coffee Break | |
| 14:00 | IFTTA AGM (Part II, until 15:00) | |
| 15:00-16:35 | No program | |
| 16:35-18:00 | Tour at the Museum of Fine Arts Please meet in front of the main entrance of the University building (tour starts at 16:45). |
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