World Travel Awards News
Abu Dhabi pioneers luxury green hotel construction
Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority (ADTA), voted World’s Leading Tourist Board” by World Travel Awards, has begun piloting its new properties’ design and build green hotel guidelines on the planned five-star Resort Hotel of Al Ain Wildlife Park & Resort (AWPR).
St Lucia voted top honeymoon spot
For the fifth consecutive year, travel professionals the world over have voted the Caribbean island nation of Saint Lucia the “World’s Leading Honeymoon Destination” by the World Travel Awards.
Yachts of Seabourn heads for South America
Setting foot on the wild and rugged Galapagos Islands and exploring the Antarctic base on foot are just two of the many unforgettable experiences awaiting guests aboard Seabourn Odyssey during its 73-day South America circumnavigation in 2011. The Yachts of Seabourn, which won “World’s Leading Luxury Cruise Line” is offering a choice of more than 120 optional shore excursions during the journey around South America.
London is better than Paris, French tourism officials conclude
French officials have conceded that London offers a better tourism experience than Paris, following a survey they commissioned themselves to explore ways to boost international arrivals.
Russia’s S7 joins oneworld
Russian domestic carrier S7 Airlines had joined oneworld. Its subsidiary Globus is also an affiliate member of the alliance.
Who’s the World’s Best 2010?
World Travel Awards has finally announced the world category 2010 winners at the Grand Final ceremony in London, with over 900 senior travel executives and world media in attendance.
Royal honeymoon – where will Prince William and Kate begin married life?
World wars and World Cup victories aside, nothing quite unites the nation like a royal wedding. The big question now is where Prince William and Kate Middleton might spend their honeymoon. BTN uncovers the runners and riders
Europcar wins top honours at World Travel Awards
Europcar was named for the second time the World’s Leading Green Transport Solution Company for the second year running at the 2010 World Travel Awards Grand Final Ceremony this month. The company was also elected World’s Leading Car Hire Company for the fourth year in a row.
Prince William’s royal wedding to boost UK tourism
Following the announcement of the marriage between Prince William and Kate Middleton, VisitBritain, the national tourism board for England, Scotland and Wales, has pulled together this list of the most romantic spots for them (and you) to enjoy in the UK.
Anantara steps up global expansion
Luxury hospitality developer and operator Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas is expanding its portfolio across Asia, the Indian Ocean and the Middle East with the opening of seven new resorts next year in China, the Maldives, Bali, Oman and the UAE. This comes as part of an expansion programme to operate 50 properties within the next five years.
