World Travel Awards News
BTN ITB 2014 focus: H.E. Sheikh Faisal Bin Khalid Al Qasimi, president, Orient Travel
A seasoned and experienced management stalwart, H.E. Sheikh Faisal Bin Khalid Al Qasimi is a member of ruling family of Sharjah and has served in various prestigious positions in the UAE government. As president of Orient Travel he has been a pioneer in the overall development of the travel industry in the region. A pillar of strength for Orient Travel, he here sits down with Phil Blizzard of Breaking Travel News to discuss the past, present and future of tourism in the UAE.
World Travel Awards heads for Dubai as Grand Tour begins
World Travel Awards has confirmed it will kick start its 2014 Grand Tour in sumptuous style at the world’s tallest hotel, the JW Marriott Marquis Dubai, on May 4th 2014. The who’s who of Arabian travel will attend WTA’s Middle East Gala Ceremony 2014 to celebrate and acknowledge their achievements of the past twelve months.
World Travel Awards set for Greek debut
World Travel Awards has unveiled plans to visit Greece for the first time, with Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso, Athens, set to host its Europe Gala Ceremony on August 2nd 2014. Senior representatives from Europe’s finest travel brands are scheduled to attend the event as they vie to win the most coveted accolade in the industry.
Hilton Frankfurt Airport recognised by World Travel Awards
Hilton Frankfurt Airport has taken the title of Europe’s Leading Airport Hotel, beating competition from Mövenpick Hotel Zurich Airport and Sofitel London Heathrow in a competitive race. Being known as a next generation airport hotel, the Hilton Frankfurt Airport combines state-of-the-art design with a unique location.
Radisson Royal Hotel, Moscow takes top World Travel Award
Radisson Royal Hotel, Moscow has taken the title of World’s Leading Luxury Business Hotel at the World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony. The event was this year hosted by La Cigale Hotel, Doha, Qatar, with industry leaders from around the globe in attendance to celebrate the achievement.
Dukes Hotel claims top World Travel Awards titles
Dukes St James London has seen renewed success at the World Travel, with the luxury hotel being awarded the title of World’s Leading Classic Hotel. The trophy follows the award for England’s Leading Hotel at the Europe Gala Ceremony earlier this year.
NFC wins World Travel Awards responsible tourism title for a second time
The Oman National Ferries Company has won, for a second year in row, the prestigious World Travel Awards Responsible Tourism Award in 2013. The company’s achievement was announced during the World Travel Awards ceremony held in Doha, Qatar.
Corinthia Hotels celebrates at World Travel Awards
Properties operated by Corinthia Hotels in Malta, Russia, Sudan and Hungary have been recognised as among the world’s travel after receiving top honours at the World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2013. The event was held in Doha, Qatar, at the famous La Cigale Hotel.
Avis takes top honours at the World Travel Awards
Avis Car Rental was recently honoured as the World’s Leading Car Hire while its website, Avis.com, was recognised as the World’s Leading Car Rental Company Website at the 2013 World Travel Awards Grand Final. The World Travel Awards celebrates those companies and brands that are pushing the boundaries of industry excellence in products and services.
Breaking Travel News interview: Simon Coombs, president and chief executive, Shaza Hotels
Rapidly developing Shaza Hotels seeks to mix the cultural influences of the Middle East with the latest in contemporary design. Following the brand’s recognition as the World’s Leading Emerging Luxury Hotel Brand at the World Travel Awards Grand Final in Doha, Breaking Travel News here sits down with chief executive Simon Coombs to discuss how this vision is being realised.
Paris conference hotel wins top honors at 20th Annual World Travel Awards
Music has the Grammys, while film has the Oscars, but when it comes to the hospitality industry, the World Travel Awards take top billing in recognising the industry’s top performers. Amongst the winners at this year’s 20th Annual World Travel Awards was the Paris Marriott Rive Gauche Hotel & Conference Center, which was voted France’s Leading Conference Hotel.
The Ascott takes top title at World Travel Awards
The Ascott has been voted the World’s Leading Serviced Apartment Brand by the World Travel Awards following a vote among travellers and travel industry professionals from across the globe. Over the past year, Ascott increased its global portfolio by 3,700 apartment units across 22 residences in key cities across China, India, Saudi Arabia and Thailand.