World Travel Awards News

Fun with the Fishes at Wild Wadi Waterpark
Wild Wadi Waterpark has partnered with Belhabala Group, the local franchisee of FISHO, to launch The Fish Spa, a new and fun alternative health and beauty treatment.

Qatar adds South American services
Qatar Airways has confirmed that it will begin daily flights to Brazil and Argentina from 24 June 210, marking the airline’s first online operations to South America.

World Travel Awards unveils 2010 Grand Tour
The World Travel Awards has unveiled the host destinations for its 2010 Grand Tour. After a rigorous selection procedure, Dubai, Johannesburg, Orlando, Antalya, New Delhi and Rio de Janeiro have all emerged victorious.
Jumeirah appoints new General Managers
Jumeirah, the Dubai-based luxury hospitality company and member of Dubai Holding, has announced the appointment of two new General Managers for hotels in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

Jumeirah to Participate in Careers UAE 2010
Jumeirah Group, Dubai based luxury hospitality company and a member of Dubai Holding, has today announced that it will be participating in the UAE’s annual careers fair which takes place at Dubai World Trade Centre from 28th – 30th March 2010.

ITB Berlin celebrates World Travel Awards
Nominations for the annual World Travel Awards have been unveiled at ITB Berlin, as a number of new categories are added to reflect the changing face the travel and tourism industry. Sustainable tourism and technology are among the key themes at this, the 17th anniversary of the event.

Talise Spa at Madinat Jumeirah unveils new fully-integrated Wellbeing Centre
Talise Spa at Madinat Jumeirah has launched its new portfolio of wellness services. These services include new onsite innovative techniques, supported by conventional and alternative medical practitioners, offering guests a single holistic solution for their health and wellbeing.

The Historic Jumeirah Essex House Official Hotel Sponsor of the Armory Show 2010
As the official hotel sponsor of the Armory Show 2010, Jumeirah Essex House proudly announces a series of events beginning on Tuesday, March 2, 2010 to celebrate the cultural partnerships that have been a hallmark of the hotel’s prominent Art Program since 2006.
Jumeirah appoints Vice President of Corporate Communications
Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hospitality company and a member of Dubai Holding, has appointed Piers Schreiber to the new position of Vice-President of Corporate Communications and Public Affairs.
Jumeirah Expands Presence in the Maldives
Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hospitality company and member of Dubai Holding, has signed an agreement with Xanadu Holdings Private Limited to manage Jumeirah Meradhoo, a new five star deluxe resort located in Gaafu Alifu Atoll, south of the Malé Atoll.

World Travel Awards names the greatest travel triumphs of the Noughties
The dawn of space tourism, the launch of Tripadvisor, online check-in, and jetting off to Dubai for sun and shopping, are among the greatest travel triumphs of the Noughties, according to the World Travel Awards.

Rory McIlroy signs new 3-Year Sponsorship Deal with Jumeirah
Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hospitality company and a member of Dubai Holding, has signed a new 3-year sponsorship deal with the 20-year-old golfing phenomenon Rory McIlroy.