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In the News 2023

5 June 2023
Mejor destino culinario de Sudamérica, Destino verde líder en Sudamérica o Mejor atracción turística de Sudamérica son algunas de las categorías en las que compite el país en los denominados ‘Oscar del Turismo.Perú y sus atractivos turísticos han obtenido 22 candidaturas en la reciente edición sudamericana de los prestigiosos premios World Travel Awards, WTA, 2023.
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22 May 2023
Each year, the World Travel Awards Africa recognises and celebrates excellence across all key sectors of the tourism and hospitality sector. This year, Western Cape tourism offerings have been nominated in 25 categories, ranging from hotels, resorts, attractions, convention centres, to beach destinations, best festival destination and best green hotels.
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21 May 2023
THE Game of Thrones Studio Tour in Co Down has joined Dublin's Guinness Storehouse in being nominated for Europe's leading tourist attraction at the 2023 World Travel Awards.
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21 May 2023
Lisboa se presenta a la edición europea de los WTA, World Travel Awards 2023, con siete candidaturas que, para Vítor Costa, director general de Turismo de Lisboa y presidente de ERT Lisboa Región, demuestra su ‘reconocimiento internacional’.
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21 May 2023
The Algarve is fielding 44 nominations in the European edition of the World Travel Awards, viewed as the pinnacle of tourism recognition and often described as the ‘Oscars’ of tourism.
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20 May 2023
Voting for the World Travel Awards has been extended to Monday, 22 May, so those who have yet to cast their vote for Table Mountain as Africa’s leading tourist destination have just under three weeks to do so.
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20 May 2023
St Kitts and Nevis has been nominated for four World Travel Awards in 2023. The Ministry of Tourism invited the people to vote for the destination as the voting line is open now through July 9, 2023.
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19 May 2023
Cape Town, with its unique combination of natural beauty, rich history, vibrant culture, and warm hospitality, has firmly established itself as a must-visit destination in Africa.
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18 May 2023
World Travel Awards, WTA, anunció que su Ceremonia de Gala del 30.° aniversario en Europa 2023 se llevará a cabo en uno de los destinos turísticos emergentes del mundo. La ciudad de Batumi, en Georgia, ha aparecido en los titulares en los últimos años como el nuevo destino turístico de Europa y la capital de inversión en turismo.
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18 May 2023
The 30th anniversary Europe Gala Ceremony 2023 of the World Travel Awards (WTA) is set to take place in Batumi, Georgia, which has emerged as a thrilling new tourist destination and an investment hub for the tourism industry. This prestigious event, scheduled for 30th September 2023, will gather prominent figures from the travel industry across the continent.
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18 May 2023
Veico Car Rental is a contender for Mexico's Leading Car Rental Company in the approaching World Travel Awards 2023.
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18 May 2023
Sernatur, el Servicio Nacional de Turismo, ha confirmado que Chile es candidato a 17 categorías de los World Travel Awards, WTA, conocidos popularmente como los ‘Óscar del Turismo’.
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17 May 2023
The Madeira archipelago is once again nominated for the European World Travel Awards (WTA), with five nominations.
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16 May 2023
World Travel Awards (WTA) è lieta di annunciare che la sua storica cerimonia di gala per il 30° anniversario in Europa 2023 si svolgerà in una delle destinazioni turistiche emergenti più entusiasmanti del mondo. La magnifica città di Batumi, in Georgia, ha fatto notizia negli ultimi anni come il nuovo punto di riferimento per i viaggi in Europa e la capitale degli investimenti turistici.
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16 May 2023
Voting for the Europe categories of the 2023 edition World Travel Awards has opened and runs until midnight of August 20.
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10 May 2023
Voting for the Europe categories of the 2023 edition World Travel Awards has opened and runs until midnight 20 August 2023.
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9 May 2023
Beautiful tourist town Plettenberg Bay has again welcomed nomination for Africa’s Leading Beach Destination in World Travel Awards 2023.
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4 May 2023
World Travel Awards announced that its landmark 30th anniversary Europe Gala Ceremony 2023 will be staged in the magnificent city of Batumi, Georgia which has made the headlines in recent years as Europe’s new travel hotspot and tourism investment capital.
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21 April 2023
The World Travel Awards is recognized globally as the ultimate hallmark of industry excellence. So it's a pretty big deal to make the list! And it's now up to a public vote. What do YOU think is the best hotel in Michigan?
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21 April 2023
Saint Lucia is presented with the opportunity to be recognized for the industry's gold standard in global travel at the 30th anniversary of the World Travel Awards, with nominations for six prestigious titles.
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21 April 2023
Una nueva edición de los afamados World Travel Awards tendrá lugar el próximo 26 de agosto, para reconocer y premiar a las entidades turísticas que más destacan a nivel internacional.
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21 April 2023
Cape Town has been nominated in nine categories for this year’s instalment of the World Travel Awards Africa Region 2023.
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21 April 2023
The Mother City is dominating! Cape Town has been nominated in nine categories at the 2023 World Travel Awards.
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21 April 2023
The World Travel Awards have nominated the island of Nevis for the Caribbean's Leading Honeymoon Destination 2023. The Tourism Authority was delighted with the nomination and took to Facebook to share the wonderful update.
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20 April 2023
Saint Lucia is presented with the opportunity to be recognized for the industry’s gold standard in global travel at the 30th anniversary of the World Travel Awards, with nominations for six prestigious 2023 titles: Caribbean’s Leading Adventure Tourism Destination, Caribbean’s Leading Cruise Destination, Caribbean’s Leading Destination, Caribbean’s Leading Honeymoon Destination, Caribbean’s Leading Luxury Island Destination, and Caribbean’s Leading Nature Destination.
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20 April 2023
A group of relevant hotels in Cuba were nominated for the World Travel Awards for tourism to highlight the quality of services in the country's accommodation facilities, according to an official statement.
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20 April 2023
Cape Town has once again been nominated across different categories for the prestigious World Travel Awards Africa Region 2023 – highly regarded as the gold standard award within the travel and tourism industry.
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19 April 2023
Governor Mara Lezama Espinosa announced on Monday that the state of Quintana Roo has been nominated for 21 World Travel Awards™. The yearly award acknowledges excellence across all key sectors of the travel, tourism and hospitality industries.
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18 April 2023
Voting is now open for organisations in the Caribbean and the Americas for the World Travel Awards 2023 program. Industry professionals, the media and consumers worldwide can vote for their favourite travel brands.
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17 April 2023
Voting is now open for organisations in the Caribbean and the Americas for the World Travel Awards 2023 programme. Industry professionals, the media and consumers worldwide can vote for their favourite travel brands.
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14 April 2023
The Table Mountain Mountain Aerial Cableway Company wants Table Mountain to be voted the best tourist attraction and has asked tourists to help it win in the World Travel Awards.
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11 April 2023
A homegrown brand, a pioneer of the All-Inclusive concept for the Maldivian hospitality industry since 1994, Lily Beach Resort & Spa has been nominated for the coveted Maldives Leading All-Inclusive Resort 2023 by the World Travel Awards for the seventh time.
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10 April 2023
Moroccan-based hotels have once again made their mark in the travel and tourism industry, with 11 hotel establishments gaining nominations in the 30th Annual World Travel Awards (WTA) 2023. The nominee gaining the most votes in a category will be named the winner in the landmark 30th anniversary year.
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8 April 2023
The five-star wellness resort Fairmont Taghazout Bay is nominated in multiple categories for the 30th Annual World Travel Awards (WTA) 2023. Along with the Fairmont Taghazout Bay, 11 Moroccan-based hotels received nominations for WTA 2023.
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6 April 2023
South Africa’s Table Mountain and Tanzania’s Mount Kilimanjaro will face off at this year’s World Travel Awards for the crown of Africa’s Leading Tourist Attraction.
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6 April 2023
Are you ready to help Table Mountain bring home the trophy for Africa’s leading tourist attraction? The World Travel Awards has opened up voting for this epic contest, and Table Mountain needs your support to win.
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3 April 2023
The paradise island of Saint Lucia will host the Caribbean & The Americas Gala Ceremony 2023 of the World Travel Awards.
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29 March 2023
The World Travel Awards 2023 programme has highlighted some of Africa's most exciting and beautiful tourist attractions and beach destinations. From the Pyramids of Giza to Nungwi Beach in Tanzania, these destinations showcase the continent's rich history, culture, and natural beauty.
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29 March 2023
Africa is a continent of diverse landscapes, vibrant cultures, and unique attractions, making it a popular destination for tourists from around the world. The World Travel Awards 2023 programme has highlighted some of the best tourist attractions and beach destinations in Africa, showcasing the beauty and allure of the continent.
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20 March 2023
Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa has been recently nominated for two categories at the 30th Annual World Travel Awards 2023, recognising its exceptional guest experiences and unparalleled luxury. As the most prestigious awards in the travel and tourism industry, winning a World Travel Award is a significant achievement and a recognition of excellence.
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17 March 2023
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism, Investment, Creative Industries, Culture & Information Ernest Hilaire announced that Saint Lucia will host this year’s edition of the World Travel Awards Caribbean & The Americas Gala Ceremony 2023
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17 March 2023
St Lucia to host World Travel Awards Caribbean ceremony 2023, announces Ernest Hilaire.
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17 March 2023
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism, Investment, Creative Industries, Culture & Information Ernest Hilaire expressed pleasure in getting an opportunity to host this year's edition of the World Travel Awards Caribbean and The Americas Gala Ceremony 2023 in Saint Lucia
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15 March 2023
World Travel Awards has revealed that the island paradise of St. Lucia will host their 2023 Caribbean and Americas Gala Ceremonies.
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15 March 2023
World Travel Awards se llevará a cabo, el 26 de agosto, en Sandals Grande St. Lucian y constituirá el clímax de la Semana Mundial de Viajes 2023, una celebración de una semana del sector mundial de viajes y turismo, que presenta una serie de eventos para unir a los líderes intelectuales de la industria y generar debate. sobre cuestiones clave.
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15 March 2023
26 sierpnia 2023 r. na czerwonym dywanie pojawią się czołowe osobistości branży turystycznej z regionu.
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15 March 2023
Sainte-Lucie accueillera la cérémonie de gala des Caraïbes et des Amériques des World Travel Awards 2023.
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15 March 2023
World Travel Awards has revealed that the paradise island of Saint Lucia will host its Caribbean & The Americas Gala Ceremony 2023.
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14 March 2023
World Travel Awards has revealed at ITB Berlin that the paradise island of Saint Lucia will host its Caribbean & The Americas Gala Ceremony 2023.
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14 March 2023
Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa has been nominated for the 30th annual World Travel Awards in seven categories. The World Travel Awards is a globally recognised event, honouring the best in the travel and tourism industry, and Emerald Maldives has been nominated in some of the most competitive categories.
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14 March 2023
World Travel Awards (WTA) has revealed that the paradise island of Saint Lucia will host its Caribbean & The Americas Gala Ceremony 2023.
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13 March 2023
It has been revealed by World Travel Awards at ITB Berlin that the island nation of Saint Lucia will host its Caribbean And the Americas Gala 2023. The red carpet event will take place on 26 August 2023 and will be attended by leading travel industry professionals from across the region.
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13 March 2023
The island of Saint Lucia is preparing to host the World Travel Awards - Caribbean & The Americas Gala Ceremony 2023. The leading travel industry leaders from around the region will be attending the red-carpet reception on August 26, 2023.
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13 March 2023
Saint Lucia is all set to host World Travel Awards Caribbean and The Americas Ceremony 2023 on 26 August 2023.
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13 March 2023
Los WTA, World Travel Awards, han revelado que la isla paradisíaca de Santa Lucía será la anfitriona de su Ceremonia de Gala del Caribe y las Américas 2023. Las principales figuras de la industria de viajes de toda la región asistirán a la recepción con alfombra roja el 26 de agosto de 2023.
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10 March 2023
World Travel Awards revealed at ITB Berlin, that Saint Lucia will be hosting its Caribbean & The Americas Gala ceremony 2023.
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10 March 2023
World Travel Awards (WTA) has revealed that the paradise island of Saint Lucia will host its Caribbean & The Americas Gala Ceremony 2023
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10 March 2023
World Travel Awards (WTA) ha revelado que la paradisíaca isla de Santa Lucía acogerá la Ceremonia de Gala del Caribe y las Américas 2023. Las principales personalidades de la industria de viajes de toda la región asistirán a la recepción de alfombra roja el 26 de agosto de 2023.
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10 March 2023
World Travel Awards (WTA) has revealed that the paradise island of Saint Lucia will host its Caribbean & The Americas Gala Ceremony 2023.
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10 March 2023
World Travel Awards (WTA) has revealed that the paradise island of Saint Lucia will host its Caribbean & The Americas Gala Ceremony 2023.
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10 March 2023
World Travel Awards (WTA) has revealed that the paradise island of Saint Lucia will host its Caribbean & The Americas Gala Ceremony 2023. The leading travel industry figureheads from across the region will attend the red-carpet reception on 26 August 2023.
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27 February 2023
Pull up your maps app and pick a spot in the the Atlantic ocean - not as far west as Bermuda but south of the Azores. It will take some zooming in to locate this tiny, volcanic island, but once you find it, you’ll never want to leave. Madeira was named‘Europe’s Leading Island Destination 2020’ at the World Travel Awards for its outdoor adventures.
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23 February 2023
Philippines is in the running for five major trophies in the Asia category in the 2023 World Travel Awards (WTA), Department of Tourism (DoT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco announced on Tuesday. Two of the country's most popular stops, Cebu and Intramuros, have been nominated, respectively, as Top Wedding Destination and as Leading Tourist Attraction after winning it last year.
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22 February 2023
The Philippines and two of its leading destinations have been nominated for major awards under the Asia category of the 30th World Travel Awards (WTA).
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22 February 2023
The Philippines and several of its tourist destinations have been nominated anew for major awards in the 30th World Travel Awards (WTA). The awards have nominated the Philippines for the Asian category of Leading Beach Destination, which it also won in the 2022 WTA in Vietnam.
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19 February 2023
Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco is inviting travel consumers to vote for Cebu as Asia’s Leading Wedding Destination, after the province was nominated in the 30th World Travel Awards (WTA)-Asia Category.
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7 February 2023
The natural beauty and variety of magnificent resorts in Saint Lucia are well-known across the world. At the 28th annual World Travel Awards, Saint Lucia won the title of “World’s Leading Honeymoon Destination” for the fourteenth time and the fifth year in a row since 2018.
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7 February 2023
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Hamad Bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan chairs the RoyalJet LLC, an Abu Dhabi-owned and controlled collection of firms that dominates the worldwide premium private aviation market. RoyalJet is also a multiple World Travel Awards laureate in the ‘World’s Leading Private Jet Charter’ category.
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7 February 2023
voco hotels’ rapid growth and customer experience are capturing the attention of the larger hospitality arena. The brand recently received multiple accolades at the 2022 World Travel Awards, including “Leading Premium Hotel Brand” honours for Europe, the Middle East and the world respectively.
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4 February 2023
World Travel Awards (WTA) – the global initiative to recognise and reward excellence in travel and tourism – has opened voting for the Middle East categories of its landmark 30th anniversary programme.
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31 January 2023
Tourism in Colombia has almost fully recovered with more than 3.5 million international travelers visiting the country between January and October 2022, growth of 145.2 percent compared to the same period the year before. The mecca for Colombian tourism remains the sun and beach city of Cartagena, famous for its lovely colonial architecture and it also was recognized as South America’s top honeymoon destination for 2022 at the World Travel Awards, known as the Tourism Oscars.
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30 January 2023
In November 2022 the Guinness Storehouse was named ‘World’s Leading Beer Tour Visitor Experience’ at the World Travel Awards (WTA) held in Muscat, Oman.
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27 January 2023
The Postcard Hotel has announced the opening of its first hotel on the beach, The Postcard on the Arabian Sea. The Postcard Hotel was recently voted as ‘Asia's Leading Boutique Hotel Brand’ amongst other noteworthy honours at World Travel Awards 2022 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
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24 January 2023
Vietnamese airlines and destinations were named among the winners at the World Travel Awards Asia & Oceania Ceremony 2022, which took place in Ho Chi Minh City on September 7.
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17 January 2023
World Travel Awards will celebrate its landmark 30th anniversary as the most respected awards programme and highly sought-after honours in global tourism.
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6 January 2023
Winning across three categories in the 2022 World Travel Awards, Sani Resort was recognised as the World's Leading Family & Beach Resort for the fourth year in a row and as the World's Leading Luxury Green Resort for the third time. The Sani Festival of performing arts, now celebrating its 50th anniversary, also earned Sani Resort the World's Leading Cultural Destination Resort title.
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5 January 2023
The year 2022 has been a tremendous success for Qatar’s tourism sector attracting visitors from across the world throughout the year culminating at its peak during FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Qatar Tourism bagged numerous prestigious accolades for its global campaigns. The latest of which is its ‘Experience a World Beyond’ campaign that was named World’s Leading Marketing Campaign at the 29th World Travel Awards, Grand Final Gala Ceremony, in Oman.
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