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Event name: IFA President’s Golf Cup
Price: 160 EUR P.P.
Description: Golf Tournament hosted by Peter Barns and Jeane Goullet. Join this spectacular first time IFA Experience at the wonderful Golf Yard at Schloss Wilkendorf on a first come first serve basis. Organized as a full service event including transfer service.
Max. Pax: 50 Pax
Starting Point: Hotel Central Destrict
Stauffenbergstraße 26, 10785 Berlin
Ending Point: Hotel Central Destrict
Stauffenbergstraße 26, 10785 Berlin
Event name: Sailing Tour
Price: 250 EUR P.P.
Description: You want to spend a relaxing time on the water, enjoy nature and gain insights into the nautical craft at the same time? Then let’s go sailing at the Lake Templin in Potsdam. The skipper is of course with you the whole time and it is up to you whether you simply enjoy the wind and the beautiful nature or actively lend a hand. Feel the wind, the waves and experience unforgettable moments with lots of fun and good humor.
Incl. bus transfer to Lake Templin Potsdam, sailing equipment and skipper.
Max. Pax: Bookable up to 50 PAX
Min. Pax: Min. number of attendees: 15 PAX
Starting Point: Hotel Central Destrict
Stauffenbergstraße 26, 10785 Berlin
Ending Point: Hotel Central Destrict
Stauffenbergstraße 26, 10785 Berlin
Event name: Delicato Tour
Price: 160 EUR P.P.
Description: Your guide will showcase Berlin’s most eclectic
pantries, creative snack bars, gourmet stores, a traditional coffee roastery, tempting confectionery, street food eateries, and much more. You will get to experience Berlin through your senses – as you taste, touch, smell, see and hear all about the city’s fascinating food culture. You’ll also discover Berlin’s dynamic world beyond the touristic mainstream, the hidden oases, the historic sites, the cool neighbourhoods, and the creative architecture.
Bus transfer (20 min.) to the starting point included.
Max. Pax: Bookable up to 30 PAX
Min. Pax: Min. number of attendees: 15 PAX
Starting Point: Hotel Central Destrict
Stauffenbergstraße 26, 10785 Berlin
Ending Point: Hotel Central Destrict
Stauffenbergstraße 26, 10785 Berlin
Event name: Urban City Tour
Description: This 3h tour is perfect for those who want to see it all: the traditional attractions and the edgy highlights of Berlin as a living and breathing city. Your personal guide presents Berlin’s history and also explains
how the city’s development is taking shape. You’ll discover Berlin’s dynamic world beyond the touristic mainstream, the hidden oases, the historic sites, the cool neighbourhoods, and the creative scene. You’ll experience Old Berlin and New Berlin as your guide reveals stories about Berlin’s vibrant nightlife, trends, cultural life, scandals, the creativity and subcultures that influence the city.
Max. Pax: Bookable up to 900 PAX
Min. Pax: Min. number of attendees: 50 PAX
Starting Point: Berlin Mitte (tba detailed location)
Ending Point: Berlin Mitte (tba detailed location)
Life is better with a pool! Surrounded by the historic walls of the former RAW site, the area of the Haubentaucher extends over 4,500 square meters. The heart of the Haubentaucher is the 240sqm heated swimming pool, framed by a spacious sun deck made of white stone tiles and natural wooden floorboards. Sun beds, deck chairs and Mediterranean plants create a beach club atmosphere that is otherwise only found on the Mediterranean .
Have fun at a cool pool party enjoying the summer in the city.
Enjoy a warm welcome to the capital of Germany at the welcome reception at the Hotel Berlin Central District – member of Marriott International. Located at Potsdamer Platz and just off Kurfuerstendamm, the main commercial drag of what was pre-unification West Berlin, our hotel is just a short walk away from the city’s main attractions.
The sublime Berlin Cathedral in the heart of the city cannot be overlooked thanks to its striking dome. A visit to the cathedral is not only a must for every church lover, as it is richly decorated on the outside and inside – after climbing up to the dome, visitors are offered an exciting view over Berlin’s city center with the Spree River, the Lustgarten and Museum Island.
Enjoy this heavenly place with a concert of a traditional choir.
Right in the heart of Berlin, nestled between the Spree River and the Spree Canal, lies the world-famous Museum Island. It is one of the most outstanding museum complexes in Europe . Five architects designed the impressive architectural ensemble in the heart of the city. Museum Island has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999.
Enjoy an exclusive tour of the museum after closing time together with a delicious in an outstanding location, the courtyards of the museum.
Known as “Schauspielhaus” since the 19th century, the Konzerthaus is one of the three spectacular buildings on Gendarmenmarkt – the harmonious ensemble including the German and French Dome. The Konzerthaus is revered as a treasure of German neoclassical architecture . Celebrate with us a gala dinner in a very special and historical location.
Event name: Trabi Safari
Price: 155 EUR P.P.
Description: Enjoy the “speed” of 30 km/h and the tricky gear stick on the route through the streets of Berlin in a Trabi. On a tour with our old but ordinary fleet, driving fun is guaranteed. Your guide will provide you with information about historical facts and funny things via radio (walkie-talkies).
National driving license of your country is fine. Please note it has to be a driving license for cars with manual transmission. For drivers of automatic gearbox E-TRABIs are available in limited numbers. Bus transfer to the meeting point (6 minutes) included.
Max. Pax: Bookable up to 30 PAX
Min. Pax: Min. number of attendees: 10 PAX
Starting Point: Hotel Central Destrict
Stauffenbergstraße 26, 10785 Berlin
Ending Point: Hotel Central Destrict
Stauffenbergstraße 26, 10785 Berlin
Event name: Photoshoot
Price: 150 EUR P.P.
Description: Slip into vintage clothes, jump into a scenery and get to know yourself in a new light. Enjoy a great photoshoot and create unique souvenir photos.
Bus transfer, all pictures digitally and 1 A4 paperprint, snacks and drinks are included.
Max. Pax: Bookable up to 30 PAX
Min. Pax: Min. number of attendees: 15 PAX
Starting Point: Hotel Central Destrict
Stauffenbergstraße 26, 10785 Berlin
Ending Point: Hotel Central Destrict
Stauffenbergstraße 26, 10785 Berlin
Event name: KPM Masterclass
Price: 150 EUR P.P.
Description: A visit to the KPM exhibition provides exclusive insights into the artistic and craftsmanship of the 250-year-old luxury manufactory. Following the one-hour museum tour, you will learn everything about the production of porcelain in a workshop and make your own piece.
Bus transfer to the manufactory included. Shipping costs for the self-made porcelain as an extra charge depending on shipping country.
Max. Pax: Bookable up to 16 PAX
Min. Pax: Min. number of attendees: 10 PAX
Starting Point: Hotel Central Destrict
Stauffenbergstraße 26, 10785 Berlin
Ending Point: Hotel Central Destrict
Stauffenbergstraße 26, 10785 Berlin
Event name: Boat Tour MS Marpel
Price: 110 EUR P.P.
Description: Experience the highlights of the city from the water in the ambience of the cult ship MS Marple. During your 3h boat tour along the Museum Island, the Reichstag and the government district, your physical well-being is taken care of.
Bus transfer to the starting point included.
Max. Pax: Bookable up to 27 PAX
Min. Pax: Min. number of attendees: 27 PAX
Starting Point: Hotel Central Destrict
Stauffenbergstraße 26, 10785 Berlin
Ending Point: Hotel Central Destrict
Stauffenbergstraße 26, 10785 Berlin
Event name: Guided Shopping Tour
Price: 70 EUR P.P.
Description: The tour gives gives you not only the opportunity to discover and buy cutting-edge fashion, but to be briefed on the latest trends and discover emerging break-through Berlin designers and labels.
You will enjoy boutiques, department stores and shopping malls. There is also a focus on showcasing the most cutting-edge stores in the city from up-and-comers to internationally renowned names, as well as the best in furniture and home accessories, gourmet delicatessens and a selection of trendy galleries.
Max. Pax: Bookable up to 30 PAX
Min. Pax: Min. number of attendees: 15 PAX
Starting Point: Hotel Central Destrict
Stauffenbergstraße 26, 10785 Berlin
Ending Point: Hotel Central Destrict
Stauffenbergstraße 26, 10785 Berlin
Event name: Art Tour
Price: 75 EUR P.P.
Description: On this 3h Art Tour, you’ll discover works of art across many mediums in the city’s most unique, interesting, cutting-edge galleries. Mitte is known as the artistic district and has developed into a hub for art, fashion and design. You’ll get to meet artists and curators who will fill you in on why artists are drawn to Berlin like moths to a flame. The Art Tour has been carefully edited with the stylish visitor in mind, who will have an opportunity to discover, experience or buy new art and cool fashion, learn about trends and find out about emerging creative talent.
Max. Pax: Bookable up to 30 PAX
Min. Pax: Min. number of attendees: 15 PAX
Starting Point: Hotel Central Destrict
Stauffenbergstraße 26, 10785 Berlin
Ending Point: Hotel Central Destrict
Stauffenbergstraße 26, 10785 Berlin
Event name: Sustainable Bike Tour
Price: 95 EUR P.P.
Description: Let yourself be inspired by innovative urban planning concepts, urban farms, ethical stores, backyard workshops, circle economy businesses, technology-driven start-ups and exciting community projects. The best and most environmentally friendly way to see the city is by leaving taxis and public transport behind, and exploring Berlin’s cultural sites and abundant green areas by foot and bicycle. Discover the coolest eco-minded places and projects of Berlin during a 4h Biking Tour incl. English speaking guide.
Max. Pax: Bookable up to 30 PAX
Min. Pax: Min. number of attendees: 10 PAX
Starting Point: Berlin Mitte (tba detailed location)
Ending Point: Berlin Mitte (tba detailed location)
Event name: Golf Lesson
Price: 500 EUR P.P.
Description: Take the opportunity and complete an intensive course to achieve the license to play golf within your stay in Berlin. The 3h lessons each day take place on one of the most beautiful golf courses in Berlin – Gross Kienitz. Equipment and catering provided. Bus shuttle is included.
Max. Pax: Bookable up to 50 PAX
Min. Pax: Min. number of attendees: 20 PAX
Starting Point: Hotel Central Destrict
Stauffenbergstraße 26, 10785 Berlin
Ending Point: Hotel Central Destrict
Stauffenbergstraße 26, 10785 Berlin
Event name: Create your own fragrance
Price: 250 EUR P.P.
Description: Enter into a dialogue with fragrances and combine them at your personal discretion to create a new and unique creation. Fragrance experts will assist you with their knowledge and experience. The highlight of the course is the composition of an individual perfume for each participant. All participants will receive their individual perfume (50 ml) in an elegant bottle.
A glass of sparkling cava, chocolate covered macadamia nuts from Maison Macolat and gourmet popcorn from Knalle Popcorn will compliment your fragrance experience.
Max. Pax: Bookable up to 20.
Min. Pax: Min. number of attendees: 10 PAX
Starting Point: Frau Tonis Parfum Berlin – Manufaktur Zimmerstraße 13 (Checkpoint Charlie) | 10969 Berlin
Ending Point: Frau Tonis Parfum Berlin – Manufaktur Zimmerstraße 13 (Checkpoint Charlie) | 10969 Berlin
Chair: Jonathan Schwarz (United Kingdom)
This permanent seminar at all IFA Congresses, brings the latest and most important issues that impact international taxation around the world. The main focus of this seminar will be on recent judicial decisions on key international tax topics such as tax treaties, transfer pricing and domestic tax rules with cross-border implications. The final agenda for the seminar is normally decided close to the Congress date to make sure that it is as current as possible.
Chair: Stéphanie Auféril (France)
This session will focus on the relocation of the high-net worth individuals as a global trend of mobility of the families, and the competition between countries to attract the wealthy, notably with special tax regimes. We will discuss the tips and pitfalls of a multi-jurisdictional relocation planning, including the pre-immigration strategies, access to treaty network, in particular when attractive tax regimes are at stake, for both income tax and estate taxes, exit taxes… The debates will be illustrated with the input of experts from European countries (Italy, Portugal, United Kingdom), the United States and Israel.
Chair: Miranda Stewart (Australia)
This Seminar will focus on key challenges in international tax for developing countries, including base erosion and profit shifting (BEPS) and their experience in regard to the OECD-led BEPS reforms. Panellists from government, the private sector, business and academia will address topics including the effectiveness, or not, of tax transparency measures for developing countries; positive or negative impact of BEPS Actions especially concerning foreign investment, transfer pricing and enforcement; and Inclusive Framework Pillars 1 and 2. The panel will identify the successes and failures of BEPS reforms in responding to the needs of developing countries, including through case studies. It will explore alternatives and improvements, and debate how to achieve relevance and engagement for all countries of the new international tax regime.
General Reporter: Gary Sprague (USA)
Chair: Wolfgang Schön (Germany)
“Big Data”, i.e. projects, software, services or business functions that involve collecting, aggregating, structuring, and analysing large information sets, in particular the application of data analytics and artificial intelligence, has given rise to multiple business models permeating the global economy. The panel will provide an introduction to the main legal and fiscal features of Big Data and will discuss elected business models and their treatment under domestic tax law, tax treaties and the law governing indirect taxation (including VAT and DST). A central element of this analysis will be the interaction between the legal and fiscal characterisation of Big Data transactions.
Chair: Joachim Englisch (Germany)
This seminar will deal with practical aspects and challenges faced by businesses in ensuring VAT neutrality of their operations. A first point of discussion will be the complexities that often surround the claim of an input VAT deduction or credit. We will analyze both elements of substantive VAT legislation that can hinder or complicate an adequate relief from input VAT as well as procedural obstacles to this effect. In a second step, the real-world deviations from the principle of equality of competition that is inherent to VAT neutrality will be analyzed. In this context, particular attention will be given to the concepts of channel neutrality in a digitalized economy and the nascent trend towards “greening” the VAT system. We will furthermore explore how VAT compliance requirements may distort business decisions contrary to the neutrality principle, especially in a cross-border environment. All analysis will involve the discussion of possible solution to the aforementioned challenges, with a special focus on the role that new technologies could play in this regard.
Chair: Tatiana Falcão (Brazil)
The panel will discuss how the Paris Agreement goals, personified into the nationally determined contributions (NDCs) assumed by the countries member to the Agreement, can translate into fiscal and more particularly, tax obligations in a mid to long-term scenario. In doing so, the panel will discuss (i) what it means to price carbon, (ii) the constitutive elements of a carbon price (with an emphasis on taxation aspects), (iii) how Border Carbon Adjustment (BCAs) mechanisms relate to the domestic application of a carbon price, and finally, (iv) what types of plurilateral and multilateral approaches have been suggested to obtain a coordinated approach to the pricing of carbon.
Chair: Christian Dorenkamp (Germany)
Starting in Brazil several years ago, tax compliance processes all over the world are on an amazing journey of being end-to-end digitized. This does not only hold true for VAT purposes (with all invoices potentially being sent through a government agency, as in Italy), but also for corporate income tax assessments, for instance monthly balance sheet reporting obligations in Poland and both ICAP 2.0 and SAF-T model rules issued by the OECD. Recently, India went even one step further by introducing a completely virtual (“faceless”) tax audit process, waiving all personal interaction between taxpayer and tax authority whatsoever. In particular, the seminar will also look at what presumably lays ahead of us, for instance using artificial intelligence in tax audits and introducing common EU e-invoicing standards.
Chair: Wilhelm Haarmann (Germany)
The topic of this panel has to do with legal tax duties and moral tax duties, with legality and legitimacy and with reputation. Tax compliance is part of the corporate governance. To which extent is tax planning legal and legitimate, to which extent legal and illegitimate and when is it illegal? Are tax offerings by other countries acceptable and when inacceptable? Does public Country by Country reporting lead to a new moral standard? To which extent are general answers possible, to which extent do they depend on the habits, the expectations, and the general behaviour in a country or in a location?
Chair: Madeleine Simonek (Switzerland)
Dependencies of domestic taxation on foreign tax treatment is not a completely new phenomenon. Since the beginnings of international tax law, the credit method has taken foreign taxation into account to avoid double taxation. For more than 20 years, according to the OECD Commentary, qualification conflicts should be resolved by binding the residence state to the source state’s domestic understanding of a term. However, it is only recently that the linking of tax systems has taken on central importance in the context of the BEPS project, especially through the introduction of linking and subject to tax rules. The increasing intertwining of tax jurisdictions is a strong driver of complexity and requires constant consideration of foreign law. The aim of the seminar is to discuss these developments, their imitations as well as specific practical and legal problems raised by them.
General Reporters: Johanna Hey (Germany) and Arne Schnitger (Germany)
Chair: Janine Juggins (UK)
Most corporate taxation systems began life under a separate entity approach. Over time elements of a group approach have been layered on top. However, certain of the BEPS developments have further expanded the scope for groups to be treated differently in the context of cross border transactions. Pillars 1 and 2 go even further in some cases for larger groups by disconnecting the group treatment from the underlying transaction. Being part of a larger group now imposes a spectrum of approaches ranging from transactional to transactional with group testing, to a group approach and to a formulaic approach. This session will explore the practical challenges created particularly when it comes to tax neutrality and a level playing field, and the policy grounds on which these differences may be justified.