World Travel Awards News
World Tourism Day set for Egypt
World Tourism Day 2011 is this year set for September 27th in Egypt, and will run under the theme: Tourism – Linking Cultures. Also in Egypt later this month, the World Travel Awards will welcome guests to the annual Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony in Sharm el Sheikh in September 16th.
Caribbean travel brands lead economic revival
The role of leading travel brands in navigating the Caribbean through the global downturn is to be acknowledged at World Travel Awards VIP ceremony in Montego Bay, Jamaica on 19 October 2011.
NCL named “Europe’s Leading Cruise Line” for fourth year
Norwegian Cruise Line has been named “Europe’s Leading Cruise Line” by the World Travel Awards for the fourth consecutive year and also received Europe’s Sustainable Tourism Award for its newest and most innovative ship, Norwegian Epic.
Etihad signs up for four more years with F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Etihad Airways the Formula 1 Group have signed an agreement extending the airline’s title sponsorship of the Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix for a further four years. Etihad Airways was recognised by the World Travel Award as the World’s Leading Airline in 2011 for the second consecutive year.
London Eye enjoys record summer
The Royal Wedding effect has led to the EDF Energy London Eye enjoying its most successful summer of trading ever, with visitors numbers rising 8 percent.
HitchHiker and ISO Travel Solutions link up for new IT travel solution
HitchHiker and ISO Travel Solutions have announced the e2e–Travel Package for small and mid-sized tour operators, realised as a Software as a Service solution. It is just the latest development for ISO, which was recognised as the Middle East’s Leading Travel Technology Provider at the World Travel Awards earlier this month.
DFDS Seaways anchors its position as leading long sea ferry operator with WTA win
Cruising to success for the fifth consecutive year, DFDS Seaways has been named Europe’s Leading Long Sea Ferry Operator 2011 by World Travel Awards. The cruise ferry operator has successfully won the ‘Oscar’ of the travel industry for five years in a row, championing its commitment to excellent customer service and onboard experience on its Newcastle to Holland and Harwich to Denmark routes.
Swiss voted Europe’s Leading Business-Class Airline, 2011 World Travel Awards
Swiss International Air Lines has been named “Europe’s Leading Airline Business Class” in this year’s World Travel Awards.
Michael Camilleri Kamsky, GM The Westin Dragonara Resort
Michael Camilleri Kamsky, general manager, The Westin Dragonara Resort
Necmi Caliskan, Izmir Chamber of Commerce, Europe’s Leading Cruise Destination
Necmi Caliskan, Izmir, Cruise Port Rep, Izmir Chamber of Commerce, Europe’s Leading Cruise Destination
Melik Kizilcan GM Movenpick, Izmir, Turkey
Melik Kizilcan GM Movenpick, Izmir, Turkey
Rainer Bangert, Westin Berlin
Rainer Bangert, Westin Berlin