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Düsseldorf - Dynamo on the Rhine
As Germany's economic engine room, Düsseldorf is well equipped for both business and leisure discovers Mike Toynbee

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Riding out the risk  |  details
Just how safe is India?What will be the repercussions of the terrorist attack in Mumbai last November? As the dust settles, Jonathan Hart assesses the situation

The future market  |  details
What’s in store for 2009?After last year’s rollercoaster ride, Bob Papworth asks a selection of industry figures to take a punt on 2009 and one thing becomes clear - it’s going to be interesting ...

The wisdom of the ages  |  details
Procurement solutionsDreaming up new procurement solutions can be a real headache, says Bob Papworth - but sometimes the old ones can be the best.

Techno travel  |  details
Tools to help cut costsIn the current business climate companies are looking to reduce costs wherever they can, says Tricia Holly Davis - and there’s a burgeoning range of travel management tools on hand to help.

Spoilt for choice?  |  details
Getting to grips with hotel brandsThe big hotel chains offer countless brands to suit every market. Catherine Chetwynd asks if this means more choice or Hobson’s choice for hotel buyers

Deal or no deal?  |  details
Buying hotel roomsBeverley Fearis asks the experts the best approach to buying hotel space in the current economic climate.

Back on track  |  details
Rail renaissance updateWith airlines feeling the pinch, focus is increasingly falling on train travel says Dave Richardson, reporting on the UK’s rail renaissance.