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World travel awards in Shanghai

MISS World, the Chinese beauty Zi Lin Zhang is the Guest of Honour at the first ever World Travel Awards Asia and Indian Ocean Ceremony in Shanghai on Thursday. The far-reaching event, in partnership with Asia Luxury Travel Market and the swiss Ötel GRAND, Shanghai, is the region's most significant travel industry occasion, recognising the 'best of the best' travel companies and operators.

The winners can expect massive international profile and acclaim worldwide. Dao Shuming, Chairman, Shanghai Municipal Tourism Administrative Commission said: "We feel deeply proud that the World Travel Awards has chosen to host its inaugural Asia and Indian Ocean Ceremony in our city of Shanghai. "This prestigious event acknowledges the cream of the travel industry - those players who are setting new boundaries in travel excellence - so we are delighted and honoured to be associated."