World Travel Awards News
Saxon South Africa offers unbeatable experience
Saxon Boutique Hotel, Villas & Spa in Joburg’s exclusive Sandhurst district remains at the forefront of hospitality, with numerous awards to prove it.
Turkish Airlines reaffirms TAP deal
Award-winning Turkish Airlines has confirmed a revised codeshare deal with TAP Portugal Airlines has come into force. Within the context of new agreement, the two airlines will reciprocally put their codes on each other’s flights.
Caribbean Airlines launches Port-of-Spain/Kingston service
Caribbean Airlines has launched a non-stop service from Port-of-Spain to Kingston bolstering its position as the leading airline in the region. Last year the carrier was recognised by World Travel Awards as the Caribbean’s Leading Airline.
Cape Town: star of new James Bond novel
The latest James Bond novel is set in Cape Town, voted Africa’s Leading Destination by World Travel Awards. The Mother City’s unique mix of cosmopolitan urban landscape against the backdrop of its remarkable natural beauty makes it the perfect setting for a Bond film.
ICCA Congress selects Cornelia for 2014
Cornelia Diamond Golf Resort & Spa in Turkey has been selected to host the 53rd International Congress and Convention Association Congress (ICCA) in 2014. The decision is the latest coup for the world-class property, with Cornelia also recognised by the World Travel Awards as the Europe’s Leading Luxury Resort last year.
Antalya – Turkey’s tourism jewel
Turkey is one of the tourism success stories of the millennium. In the first four months of this year alone, tourist numbers rose 21 percent from the comparable period of 2010. Fuelling the growth is the country’s tourism jewel of Antalya, and its incredible beaches, hotels, history and climate.
Wayne Rooney and Manchester United star in Turkish Airlines video with a difference
Manchester United may have fallen in the European Cup Final to the mighty Barcelona, arguably the greatest club team in football history, but its sponsor Turkish Airlines remains firmly Europe’s top airline. Passengers onboard Turkish Airlines will be shown an inflight safety video with a difference – featuring Wayne Rooney and his Manchester United team mates – in another display of why its incredible service led to Turkish Airlines winning “Europe’s Leading Airline” at World Travel Awards.
European Cup: Manchester United and Barcelona set for record cash windfall
The European Cup Final between Manchester United and Barcelona at Wembley Stadium is expected to be a massive cash cow for all involved, and generate a record cumulative economic windfall of €369m, according to a new report released by Mastercard.
Qatar – the rising star of tourism
The FIFA 2022 World Cup may be a decade away but its host Qatar is already embarking on a hospitality programme that will transform it into one of the world’s most exciting destinations. BTN takes a look at the tiny nation with grand plans.
Turkey tourism continues to soar
The number of tourists visiting Turkey rose 31 percent in April to 2.29 million compared with the same month last year, according to the Culture and Tourism Ministry. Germany provided the biggest source of growth, with Russia, the UK and France also fuelling numbers.
Singapore Airlines to launch long-haul budget carrier
Singapore Airlines has unveiled plans to launch a low-cost, long-haul carrier. The new carrier is expected to start operations within a year, and will be wholly owned by SIA but managed independently. It is expected to fly routes over five hours, competing with the likes of Jetstar Airways and AirAsiaX.
Paris Hilton returns to Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai
Hotel heiress Paris Hilton has made a return visit to Atlantis, The Palm during her stay in Dubai. The resort was voted “Middle East’s Leading Resort” earlier this month at 2011 World Travel Awards.