2008 Grand Tour

To celebrate the 15th Birthday of World Travel Awards, the 2008 Grand Tour will be bigger than ever before with more exciting destinations and a dazzling array of star-studded events.

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Africa Awards Ceremony

Durban
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  • Vote
  • Nominees
  • Winners

Durban

12/05/2008

A melting pot of African, European and Asian influences, Durban is the perfect place for a vibrant event.

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Australasia Awards Ceremony

Sydney

Sydney

10/06/2008

Australia's oldest city, Sydney’s laid-back outdoor lifestyle and physical allure make it one of the world’s easiest and most pleasant cities to visit.

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Asia & Indian Ocean Ceremony

Shanghai

Shanghai

19/06/2008

Shanghai is the hotspot of modern China; a cosmopolitan city buzzing with the concept of 'lifestyle revolution'.

Green Awards Ceremony

Poprad

Poprad

20/09/2008

Slovakia features natural landscapes, mountains, caves, medieval castles and towns, spas and ski resorts which make this a truly beautiful country.

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Europe Awards Ceremony

Crete

Crete

03/10/2008

Crete is the largest island in Greece and with many other jewels just waiting to be discovered. It will play the perfect backdrop for the 2008 Europe Awards.

South America Awards Ceremony

Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro

21/10/2008

Rio is unquestionably one of the most exciting cities in the world, with natural wonders, iconic beaches, and the legendary as the city's Carnival.

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Grand Tour Winners Dinner

London
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  • Nominees
  • Winners

London

09/11/2008

The greater London area is home to over 7 million people and attracts 27 million visitors each year, making it both the most populous city in Western Europe and the world’s most popular city destination.

Middle East Ceremony

Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi

27/11/2008

A spectacular way to celebrate the Middle East Winners: at the magnificent Emirates Palace.

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North America & Central America Awards Ceremony

Las Vegas

Las Vegas

03/12/2008

With its wide array of famous tourist attractions, what better place to reward the best in the travel industry?

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World & Caribbean Awards Ceremony

Turks & Caicos

Turks & Caicos

12/12/2008

Join us in paradise to end the 2008 Grand Tour surrounded by crystal seas and powder white beaches.

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