World Travel Awards News
Emirates returns to Arabian Travel Market
Emirates has raised its profile at the 20th edition of Arabian Travel Market, which launched earlier in Dubai. A pivotal partner of ATM since its inception, Emirates reaffirmed its commitment to the region’s foremost travel and trade show.
Abu Dhabi cleans up at World Travel Awards
Abu Dhabi’s expanding tourism proposition received a resounding vote of confidence at the World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony earlier, when 17 of the sector’s stakeholders scooped a total of 25 awards between them. From travel agencies, to the regulatory authority, from hotels, to airlines and attractions, Abu Dhabi’s name was in the frame as a flurry of awards was meted out to the destination following an online public poll.
Oman Air takes World Travel Awards title
Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, has been revealed as the winner of the Middle East’s Leading Airline Economy Class category at the prestigious World Travel Awards. The awards, which recognise the commitment to excellence the airline has demonstrated over the last 12 months, are voted for by travel and tourism professionals worldwide.
Al Khozama Management Company strikes gold at World Travel Awards
Luxury commercial property development company Al Khozama Management Company has further consolidated its leadership position in the Middle East’s hospitality industry after the company scooped five awards at the annual World Travel Awards held at the Le Royal Méridien Beach Resort & Spa in Dubai.
World Travel Awards winners sparkle at Middle East Gala Ceremony
Etihad Airways, Burj al Arab, Emirates Airways, Avis, Europcar, Qatar Tourism Authority, and Rotana were among the big names to emerge victorious at World Travel Awards 2013 Middle East Gala Ceremony, held at Le Royal Meridien Resort & Spa earlier. Elite travel insiders, including chief executives, government ministers and tourist board chiefs, attended the glittering gala event hailed as “the Oscars of the travel industry”.
Le Royal Meridien Resort & Spa Dubai to host World Travel Awards
Le Royal Meridien Resort & Spa Dubai will host for the World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony this evening. The event opens the World Travel Awards 2013 Grand Tour, heralding the start of a search for the very best travel, tourism and hospitality organisations around the world.
Paradise Island Resort in the Maldives prepares for World Travel Awards
Indian Ocean paradise destination the Maldives is preparing to hose the World Travel Awards Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony on May 12th. It will be the first time the awards ceremony has visited the destination, with the prestigious event acclaimed globally as a premier networking platform in the travel industry.
World Travel Awards reveals Caribbean & North America nominees
Online voting has now opened ahead of the World Travel Awards Caribbean & North America Gala Ceremony, scheduled to take place in Antigua later this year. The organisers of the awards are encouraging both members of the travel trade and consumers to submit their votes in order to discover which organisations truly excel in travel, tourism and hospitality in the region.
Kenya to host World Travel Awards Africa Gala Ceremony
Kenya’s profile as a preferred tourist destination has received a boost with the Kenya Tourism Board winning the bid to host this year’s World Travel Awards Africa Gala Ceremony. The event will take place on October 16th.
World Travel Awards reveals Central & South America nominees
Online voting has now opened ahead of the World Travel Awards Central & South America Gala Ceremony, scheduled to take place in Peru on July 20th. The organisers of the awards are encouraging both trade representatives and consumers to submit votes in order to determine those companies and organisations which excel in travel, tourism and hospitality in the combined regions.
Paradise Island Resort named as World Travel Awards Indian Ocean host
Paradise Island Resort & Spa, a destination renowned for its luxury and comfort, is to host the ‘Oscars of the travel industry’ the World Travel Awards on May 12th 2013. The destination is set on the island Lankanfinolhu, located in North Male Atoll, and a short fifteen-minute speedboat ride from Ibrahim Nasir International Airport.
World Travel Awards unveils glittering line up for Europe Gala Ceremony
World Travel Awards has unveiled its Europe Nominees for 2013 as voting opens for the Gala Ceremony. The event, which will take place at Cornelia Diamond Resort in Turkey, is set to become the hottest ticket on the agenda in this busy tourism region.