In the News 2019

Luxury Travel Magazine: Madeira Voted Best Island Destination in the World 2019

9 December 2019
Madeira, Portugal, was again recognized by the World Travel Awards (WTA) as the best island destination in the world at a ceremony held in Oman on Thursday night.
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Expreso: Los WTA certifican a Etihad Airways como ‘aerolínea líder mundial’

5 December 2019
Etihad Airways, la aerolínea nacional de los Emiratos Árabes Unidos, ha sido reconocida en cuatro importantes categorías en la 26ª edición de los World Travel Awards, WTA, celebrada en Muscat, Omán.
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Mwakilishi: World Travel Awards: Kenya Named World’s Best Safari Destination

3 December 2019
Kenya was named World’s Best Safari Destination in 2019 during the 26th Annual World Travel Awards in Muscat, Oman.
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Expreso: Perú, ‘mejor destino culinario y cultural del mundo’ en los WTA

3 December 2019
Perú ha sido reconocido como el mejor destino culinario del mundo. Lo ha hecho por octavo año consecutivo en los WTA, World Travel Awards, los Óscar de la industria turística mundial.
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All Around Magazine: Global travel leaders head to Oman for World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2019

28 November 2019
Muscat, Oman, is making final preparations as it steps up to host the World Travel Awards (WTA) Grand Final Gala Ceremony on 28th November 2019. The leading travel industry figureheads and decision-makers of the global travel industry are attending what will mark WTA’s inaugural ceremony in the beautiful Sultanate of Oman.
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Travel Daily News: Global travel leaders head to Oman for World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2019

28 November 2019
Muscat, Oman, is making final preparations as it steps up to host the World Travel Awards (WTA) Grand Final Gala Ceremony today, 28th November 2019. The leading travel industry figureheads and decision-makers of the global travel industry are attending what will mark WTA’s inaugural ceremony in the beautiful Sultanate of Oman.
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Airport Business.com: Oman Airports investing to exceed expectations

23 November 2019
An interview with Sheikh Aimen bin Ahmed Al Hosni, CEO Oman Airports.
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Irish Examiner: The Portuguese island promising to deliver instant inner karm

12 November 2019
Madeira is only a three-and-a-half hour direct flight from London and is rapidly gaining a reputation as being ideal for a wellness break. It was recently named Europe’s leading island destination 2019 by the World Travel Awards.
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All Around Magazine: Oman Airports to host World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2019 at Royal Opera House Muscat

8 November 2019
World Travel Awards (WTA) has partnered with Oman Airports to host its highly-anticipated Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2019 on 28th November at the Royal Opera House Muscat. Leading figureheads and decision-makers of the global travel industry will attend the red-carpet gala reception in the beautiful Sultanate of Oman.
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VN Express: Premier Village Phu Quoc Resort wins three international awards

4 November 2019
Distinctive location, design and services have won the Premier Village Phu Quoc Resort three prestigious international awards. The property in Phu Quoc Island won Asia's Leading Villa Resort 2019 and Vietnam’s Leading Villa Resort 2019 at the World Travel Awards 2019 Asia & Oceania (WTA) in mid October.
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Business Insider: Lanson Place Earns Two Distinctive Accolades in World Travel Awards 2019

1 November 2019
Lanson Place Hospitality Management Limited (Lanson Place) announces that two of its properties in Hong Kong and Kuala Lumpur are winners at the World Travel Awards.
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The Southern African: Cape Town nominated as Africa’s Leading City Destination

19 September 2019
Vote for Table Mountain Cableway, the City of Cape Town and Cape Town International Airport in the World Travel Awards. The City of Cape Town and Cape Town International Airport are both up for awards at the annual World Travel Awards. The ceremony will be held on 28 November 2019, in Muscat, Oman.
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Simply Flying: Asiana Airlines To Begin Flights To Lisbon From Seoul Next Month

18 September 2019
Asiana Airlines, the second-largest South Korean full-service airline, will begin flights from Seoul, Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) starting next month. For the third year in a row Lisbon, Portugal was voted the world’s leading destination city at the 2018 World Travel Awards a feat Asiana Airlines will be looking to build on as they market their newest destination.
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eTurboNews: Saint Lucia vies for 4 global titles at 26th Annual World Travel Awards

18 September 2019
Saint Lucia is thrilled to be nominated by the World Travel Awards for four (4) global titles that could see the destination being named the best among the world’s leading destinations.
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Pulse News: Asiana Airlines to test direct flights from Korea to Lisbon, Portugal Oct-March

17 September 2019
South Korea’s second largest full-service carrier Asiana Airlines Inc. will test out a direct flight from Incheon, Korea to Lisbon, Portugal for the first time among Korean carriers from October to March next year to gauge demand in the long-haul destination to the European country. With many tourist attractions including St. George`s Castle, Jerónimos Monastery, National Museum of Ancient Art, Belém Tower and Santa Justa Lift, Lisbon was crowned as the world’s leading city destination for three years in a row at the 2019 World Travel Awards.
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Eyewitness News: CT hopes to retain World Leading Festival Destination title

16 September 2019
Cape Town is in the running for the title as the World’s Leading Festival and Event Destination title at the 2019 World Travel Awards.
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Forbes: Why You Should Visit This Austin Restaurant Where Peru Meets Japan Claudia Alarcón

12 September 2019
At last month’s 25th edition of the World Travel Awards, Peru won the title of Best Culinary Destination for the seventh consecutive year.
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Sputnik News: Moscow to Contend in Five Categories in 26th Annual World Travel Awards

12 September 2019
The winners of the prestigious award will be announced on 28 November in Oman's capital city Muscat. Voting will continue until 20 October with anyone registered on the World Travel Awards site eligible to cast their vote.
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CapeTownETC: Vote for Cape Town in the World Travel Awards

12 September 2019
On Thursday September 12, voting officially opened for Capetonians to nominate their favourite Mother City icons for the 2019 World Travel Awards. From Cape Town International Airport to the Table Mountain Cableway, people from near and far can show support for Cape Town by casting their vote.
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Indonesia Expat: Award Winning Residence in The Heart of Jakarta

11 September 2019
Frasers Hospitality, a member of Frasers Property Group, was one of the big winners in the recently concluded 2018 World Travel Awards for Asia & Australasia held in Hong Kong. The serviced residence operator swept seven honours at the awards ceremony, including the coveted award for Leading Serviced Apartment Brand in Australasia for the third year running as well as Indonesia’s Leading serviced Apartment Brand for the second year running.
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iAfrica: CT Hopes To Retain World Leading Festival Destination Title

10 September 2019
Cape Town is in the running for the title as the World’s Leading Festival and Event Destination title at the 2019 World Travel Awards.
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Scroll India: IRCTC Maharaja Express: Everything you need to know about the luxurious Indian tourist train

6 September 2019
The luxurious Maharaja Express was started in March 2010 by IRCTC. It has set a record for having won consecutively for six years at the World Travel Awards.
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Travel Weekly: Maldives Reports Rise from the Middle East

5 September 2019
This year the Maldives will further confirm its status as one of the most attractive holiday destinations for Middle East tourists. The island nation also won three significant awards at the World Travel Awards Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony.
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Muscat Daily: Travel rush: 7.2mn use Oman airports

3 September 2019
Muscat International Airport, Oman won the 2018 ‘World Leading New Airport at the World Travel Awards’ in Lisbon, Portugal. The new terminal building of Muscat airport is a blend of Omani culture and history.
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Castanet: Predator to hosts World Travel Awards

3 September 2019
The World Travel Awards will be hosted in Canada for the first time in its 27-year history .
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Info News Canada: Vernon's Predator Ridge to host prestigious World Travel Awards

3 September 2019
Predator Ridge Resort in Vernon will be the first of three Thompson-Okanagan venues to host the World Travel Awards.
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Daily Hive: World Travel Awards are coming to Canada for the first time ever

3 September 2019
For the first time ever, the World Travel Awards (WTA) will be hosted in Canada. The Thompson Okanagan region in BC has won a three-year bid to host the awards.
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Vancouver Courier: Thompson Okanagan wins bid to host 2020 World Travel Awards

3 September 2019
For the first time in its 27-year history, the World Travel Awards will take place in Canada
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South China Morning Post: Lisbon, Portugal: the good, bad and ugly sides to one of Europe’s hottest, hippest cities

3 September 2019
Clean air, stunning city views, value for money and those egg tarts are just some of the reasons the city won big at the World Travel Awards
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Forbes: Savoy Palace Debuts In Madeira Portugal

3 September 2019
Dubbed the The Garden Island of The Atlantic, Madeira may be under the radar for most Americans, but the island has been named Europe's Leading Island Destination at the World Travel Awards for five consecutive years.
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Pulse Live: Kenya can sustainably tap into the world’s most renowned park - Maasai Mara

2 September 2019
In 2018, the Maasai Mara was voted Africa's leading national park at the World Travel Awards and it’s not hard to see why.
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Web Wire: The Thompson Okanagan to host World Travel Awards North America Gala Ceremony 2020

30 August 2019
World Travel Awards (WTA) has revealed it will host its North America Gala Ceremony 2020 in the Thompson Okanagan, British Columbia. The leading travel industry figureheads and decision-makers from across North America will attend what will mark WTA’s first ceremony in Canada.
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Forbes: Your Ultimate Wellness Holiday At Baros Maldives

22 August 2019
Baros Maldives was cited this year at the World Travel Awards as “Indian Ocean’s Most Romantic Resort.’ And rightfully so, because at Baros, one does not only fall in love with their travel partner or companions. They also discover wellness and learn to fall head over heels with self and life.
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Cruise Fever: Norwegian Cruise Line Named Leading Cruise Line in the Caribbean and Europe

22 August 2019
For the 12th straight year, Norwegian Cruise Line was named Europe’s Leading Cruise Line at the World Travel Awards.
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Travel Daily News: Roiback develops the first accessible booking engine in Europe

22 August 2019
Roiback has developed the first accessible booking engine in Europe. The engine, which was recently awarded as the best solution for hotels in Europe at the World Travel Awards 2019 -the most important awards in the international tourism sector- improves the user experience of people with any physical, visual or hearing disability, and incorporates multiple functionalities that allow to increase hotels’ profitability.
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Entertainment Technology News: Elation indoors and out for 2019 World Travel Awards in Mauritius

22 August 2019
The 26th annual World Travel Awards recently took place in the island nation of Mauritius.
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The Costa Rica Star: Costa Rica Received 10 Recognitions at World Travel Awards Latin America 2019

22 August 2019
Not only was Costa Rica selected as Mexico’s and Central America’s Leading travel Destination 2019 by the World Travel Awards but it also took 10 additional awards. The 2019 Latin America World Travel Awards ceremony was held in Bolivia.
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Hotelier Middle East: Dubai records highest-performing cruise season

22 August 2019
Dubai has concluded its latest cruise season with a record increase of over 51% in cruise tourist footfall and a 38% increase in cruise ship calls season-on-season. In December, Mina Rashid won the title of World’s Leading Cruise Port at the World Travel Awards, an accolade the facility has earned for the past 11 years.
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7 News Australia: Beauty and bounty on Tasmania's east coast

22 August 2019
Luxury lodge Saffire Freycinet named Oceania's leading boutique hotel at this year's World Travel Awards.
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Loopslu: Kevin Hart celebrates wedding anniversary in St Lucia

22 August 2019
St Lucia is a perfect romantic getaway for a power couple like Kevin Hart. The World Travel Awards has named St Lucia the Caribbean’s Leading Honeymoon Destination for 8 of the last 9 years. It has also bestowed the honour of World's Leading Honeymoon Destination to St Lucia 10 times, more than any other country.
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Yahoo! Lifestyle: The Top Honeymoon Destination in North America

19 August 2019
If you’re unsure of where to go, the World Travel Awards has named the best honeymoon spots on every continent annually since 1993.
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About Manchester: Around Chile in nine adventure sports

15 August 2019
Chile has been named the Best Destination for Adventure Tourism in South America for the fifth consecutive year. Popularly known as the “Oscars of Tourism” and voted for by the public, the World Travel Awards Latin America win recognises the plethora of activities on offer across Chile’s deserts, volcanoes, glaciers, lakes, mountains, ancient forests and miles of coast.
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The Sun: Madeira is an island paradise for fans of Cristiano Ronaldo and hiking

7 August 2019
Madeira was recently voted Best Island Destination In Europe in the World Travel Awards for an unprecedented sixth time and it is easy to see why.
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604 Now: B.C. Will Become The 1st Province To Host The Prestigious World Travel Awards

7 August 2019
B.C. is set to make history. For the first time ever, the World Travel Awards (WTA) will be hosted in Canada. The Thompson Okanagan has won a 3-year bid to host the World Travel Awards in the region. The first year of the bid will be held at the Predator Ridge Resort in Vernon, British Columbia.
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Vernon Morning Star: Vernon resort to host World Travel Awards

7 August 2019
Vernon is getting ready to play host to the world. Over three years, the Thompson Okanagan is hosting the World Travel Awards, with Predator Ridge serving as the venue in October 2020.
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Global News: Thompson Okanagan region to host World Travel Awards for three consecutive years

7 August 2019
British Columbia will host the World Travel Awards for three consecutive years, starting in 2020, the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association (TOTA) announced this week.
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Kelowna Daily Courier: Okanagan to play host to World Travel Awards

7 August 2019
The Okanagan will be the star on the world tourism stage in October 2020. The Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association won a bid to host the World Travel Awards’ North American Gala Ceremony in conjunction with the City of Vernon and Predator Ridge Golf Resort.
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Marie Claire: Why Madeira is Europe’s new ultimate wellness destination

7 August 2019
Recently named Europe’s Leading Island Destination 2019 by the World Travel Awards, Madeira is just a three and a half hour direct flight from London via British Airways.
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Jing Travel: Can Portugal Attract 1 Million Chinese Tourists Per Year?

7 August 2019
The World Travel Awards has voted the birthplace of Ferdinand Magellan and Jose Mourinho the best tourist destination in the world three years in a row.
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FTN News: Ecuador: A Hidden Gem For Gay Travelers

6 August 2019
For the 7th year in a row, Quito has won the title of “Leader Destination in South America” in the World Travel Awards (i.e. the Oscars of tourism), and the Galapagos has been for decades one of the most coveted natural destinations in the planet.
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Daily Mirror: SriLankan welcomes free visa on arrival facility

1 August 2019
SriLankan Airlines has won a string of recent international awards, including ‘World’s Leading Airline to the Indian Ocean’ at the World Travel Awards and ‘Asia’s Leading Airline to the Indian Ocean’.
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The Tico Times: Costa Rica named as Mexico & Central America’s Leading Destination

22 July 2019
Costa Rica was named “Mexico & Central America’s Leading Destination” at the 2019 World Travel Awards Latin America. Considered the “Oscars” of the travel industry, the World Travel Awards celebrate excellence in the global travel and tourism industry. The 2019 Latin America Awards were held in La Paz, Bolivia.
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Daily Mail: Portugal has the best beaches in Europe

22 July 2019
Algarve beaches were voted Europe's best at the 2019 World Travel Awards.
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El Universo: Ecuador gana 19 galardones World Travel Awards 2019, capítulo Sudamérica

19 July 2019
Ecuador obtuvo 19 de los 66 galardones World Travel Awards 2019 capítulo Sudamérica, considerados como los Óscar del Turismo. Ciudades, hoteles, operadores de turismo, un aeropuerto y destinos de playa y selva constan en el listado de triunfadores, en el que Guayaquil se destaca por la obtención de cinco premios, tres de ellos logrados como ciudad. Quito también celebra por haber sido considerado Destino Líder de Sudamérica 2019.
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Andina: Peru wins four accolades at World Travel Awards Latin America 2019

19 July 2019
The Exports and Tourism Promotion Board (PromPeru) was named South America's Leading Tourist Board for the fourth time in a row by the World Travel Awards (WTA), heralded by many as the "Oscars of the travel industry."
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Bolivia Tusmanos: Bolivia gana cuatro World Travel Awards 2019

19 July 2019
Bolivia obtuvo anoche cuatro galardones de los World Travel Awards (WTA) por Mejor destino de viaje juvenil, Mejor destino verde, Mejor destino de naturaleza por el salar de Uyuni y Mejor destino de turismo emergente a la ciudad de La Paz.
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Abyayala TV: Orgullo nacional: Bolivia recibe cuatro galardones en la premiación de la World Travel Awards

19 July 2019
En una gala realizada en el Hotel Real Plaza de La Paz, Bolivia fue galardonada como Mejor Destino Emergente de Sudamérica 2019 (La Paz, Bolivia); Mejor Destino Verde de Sudamérica 2019; Mejor Atracción Turística Natural de Sudamérica 2019 (Salar de Uyuni) y Mejor Destino de Viaje Juvenil de Sudamérica 2019, por la World Travel Awards (WTA).
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El Peridico: Bolivia gana cuatro World Travel Awards 2019

19 July 2019
Bolivia obtuvo anoche cuatro galardones de los World Travel Awards (WTA) por Mejor destino de viaje juvenil, Mejor destino verde, Mejor destino de naturaleza por el salar de Uyuni y Mejor destino de turismo emergente a la ciudad de La Paz.
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Radio Grito Debaire: Tony Ávila begins Bolivian tour at World Travel Awards gala

19 July 2019
Cuban troubadour Tony Ávila performed for the first time this Saturday in La Paz. He described as a dream to take part in Bolivia at the Latin America gala of the World Travel Awards.
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PL Bolivia: Jóvenes impulsan en Bolivia World Travel Awards

19 July 2019
La directora general de ''Conoce Bolivia'', Luciana Méndez, destacó hoy el apoyo de los jóvenes en la promoción de los World Travel Awards (WTA) de América Latina, ceremonia que acogerá este país el 13 de julio.'Cada vez se suman más jóvenes y definitivamente tenemos muchas oportunidades con ellos, pues nos ayudan a promocionar, a capacitar a otros, y que cada vez más mucha población se entere de lo que estamos organizando', aseguró en declaraciones a Prensa Latina.
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Travel Fitzo: World Travel Awards Latin America winners announced in La Paz, Bolivia

19 July 2019
The elite of the travel industry assembled for the World Travel Awards Latin America Ceremony in the administrative capital, La Paz, to find out who among them would be crowned best-of-the-best. World Travel Awards Latin America winners announced in La Paz, Bolivia
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The Costa Rica Star: Costa Rica Selected as Mexico & Central America’s Leading Destination 2019.

18 July 2019
Costa Rica won the World Travel Award as Mexico & Central America’s Leading Destination 2019, the award was presented in a ceremony held in the city of La Paz, Bolivia.
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The Costa Rica News: Costa Rica Receives 10 Awards at the “Oscars” of Tourism

18 July 2019
The award for “Leading Destination of Central America and Mexico 2019” was taken by Costa Rica in the World Travel Awards, considered the “Oscars” of tourism. Along with the award, 9 national companies stood out in a ceremony that took place this weekend in La Paz, Bolivia.
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Woman and Home: This boutique hotel has been named the best in Europe

18 July 2019
Quinta de Bela Vista in Madeira has been named the best boutique hotel in Europe after winning the title for Europe’s Leading Boutique Hotel at 2019’s World Travel Awards.
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Pretty 52: This Resort Has Been Voted The Best Boutique Hotel In Europe

18 July 2019
Still searching for the perfect spot for your next holiday? Well look no further than Quinta da Bela Vista in Madeira as it was named the 'best boutique hotel in Europe' at the prestigious World Travel Awards 2019 last month.
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El Dia: Bolivia galardonada con cuatro World Travel Awards

16 July 2019
Bolivia ganó en cuatro de las 15 nominaciones de los World Travel Awards (WTA) durante la gala para América Latina realizada en La Paz, esta fue una oportunidad para mostrar al mundo cultura, gastronomía, bailes y potencial turístico. Mejor Destino Emergente de Sudamérica (La Paz), Mejor Destino Verde de Sudamérica, Mejor Atracción Turística Natural de Sudamérica (Salar de Uyuni) y Mejor Destino de Viaje Juvenil de Sudamérica 2019 fueron los galardones recibidos el sábado.
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La Region: 19 hoteles de Bolivia, nominados al World Travel Awards

16 July 2019
El sábado 13 de julio se conocerá los resultados del World Travel Awards en la ciudad de La Paz. Este año, de forma inédita, han sido nominados 19 hoteles bolivianos en cinco categorías: Hotel Boutique Líder en Bolivia 2019, Hotel de Negocios Líder en Bolivia 2019, Hotel Ciudad Líder de Bolivia 2019, Hotel Líder de Bolivia 2019 y Hotel de Diseño de Bolivia.
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El Estado: Bolivia gana cuatro World Travel Awards 2019

16 July 2019
Bolivia obtuvo anoche cuatro galardones de los World Travel Awards (WTA) por Mejor destino de viaje juvenil, Mejor destino verde, Mejor destino de naturaleza por el salar de Uyuni y Mejor destino de turismo emergente a la ciudad de La Paz.
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News Factory: World Travel Awards Latin America winners announced in La Paz, Bolivia

16 July 2019
The finest travel brands in Latin America have been unveiled at a star-studded gala ceremony in Bolivia. The elite of the travel industry assembled for the World Travel Awards Latin America Ceremony in the administrative capital, La Paz, to find out who among them would be crowned best-of-the-best.
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EJU: Bolivia gana cuatro World Travel Awards 2019

16 July 2019
Bolivia obtuvo anoche cuatro galardones de los World Travel Awards (WTA) por Mejor destino de viaje juvenil, Mejor destino verde, Mejor destino de naturaleza por el salar de Uyuni y Mejor destino de turismo emergente a la ciudad de La Paz.
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Bolivision: Gala de premiación de los World Travel Awards en Bolivia

16 July 2019
Este importante premio, vitrina de primera línea para el sector turístico nacional e internacional, realiza su ceremonia de premiación este fin de semana en el país. Conversamos sobre este tema y qué representa para Bolivia su realización.
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Urgent Bolivia: Bolivia gana en 4 categorías del World Travel Awards

16 July 2019
Bolivia obtuvo anoche cuatro galardones de los World Travel Awards (WTA) por Mejor destino de viaje juvenil, Mejor destino verde, Mejor destino de naturaleza por el salar de Uyuni y Mejor destino de turismo emergente a la ciudad de La Paz.
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AA: Bolivia acoge este sábado la entrega de los premios World Travel Awards Latinoamérica 2019

16 July 2019
Bolivia acoge este sábado la entrega de los reconocidos World Travel Awards (WTA) Latinoamérica de 2019. El evento se realizará el Real Plaza Hotel & Convention Center en La Paz, la capital administrativa de Bolivia, y considerada por WTA como “una de las siete maravillas urbanas del mundo”.
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Travel Wire News: World Travel Awards Latin America winners announced in La Paz, Bolivia

16 July 2019
The finest travel brands in Latin America have been unveiled at a star-studded gala ceremony in Bolivia. The elite of the travel industry assembled for the World Travel Awards Latin America Ceremony in the administrative capital, La Paz, to find out who among them would be crowned best-of-the-best.
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Resumen Latinoamericano: Bolivia. World Travel Award otorga 4 galardones por mejor destino de viaje

16 July 2019
La XXVI versión de los World Travel Awards (WTA) galardonó anoche a Bolivia con cuatro estatuillas por Mejor destino de viaje juvenil, Mejor destino verde, Mejor destino de naturaleza por el salar de Uyuni y Mejor destino de turismo emergente a la ciudad de La Paz.
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TRT: Bolivia acoge este sábado la entrega de los premios World Travel Awards Latinoamérica 2019

16 July 2019
Bolivia acoge este sábado la entrega de los reconocidos World Travel Awards (WTA) Latinoamérica de 2019. El evento se realizará el Real Plaza Hotel & Convention Center en La Paz, la capital administrativa de Bolivia, y considerada por WTA como “una de las siete maravillas urbanas del mundo”.
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Caribbean News: Winners of the World Travel Awards Latin America Announced in Bolivia

16 July 2019
The finest travel brands in Latin America have been unveiled at a star-studded gala ceremony in Bolivia. The elite of the travel industry assembled for the World Travel Awards Latin America Ceremony in the administrative capital, La Paz, to find out who among them would be crowned best-of-the-best.
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La Razon: Bolivia gana cuatro World Travel Awards: Uyuni y La Paz destacan

16 July 2019
Bolivia obtuvo cuatro galardones de los World Travel Awards (WTA), entre ellos Mejor Atracción Turística Natural de Sudamérica 2019 con el salar de Uyuni. La gala de premiación tuvo lugar la noche de este sábado en La Paz, ciudad sede de gobierno que se coronó como Mejor Destino Emergente de Sudamérica 2019.
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Los Tiempos: Bolivia obtuvo cuatro galardones en la premiación de los World Travel Awards

16 July 2019
Bolivia fue galardonada como Mejor Destino Emergente de Sudamérica 2019 (La Paz, Bolivia); Mejor Destino Verde de Sudamérica 2019; Mejor Atracción Turística Natural de Sudamérica 2019 (Salar de Uyuni) y Mejor Destino de Viaje Juvenil de Sudamérica 2019, por los World Travel Awards (WTA), premios que recibió en la gala de ayer, en el Hotel Real Plaza de La Paz
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El Deber: Bolivia gana cuatro World Travel Awards 2019

16 July 2019
Bolivia obtuvo anoche cuatro galardones de los World Travel Awards (WTA) por Mejor destino de viaje juvenil, Mejor destino verde, Mejor destino de naturaleza por el salar de Uyuni y Mejor destino de turismo emergente a la ciudad de La Paz.
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The Santiago Times: WTA 2019: Chile declared South America’s leading adventure tourism destination for the 5th time

16 July 2019
The finest travel brands in Latin America have been unveiled at a star-studded gala ceremony in Bolivia. The elite of the travel industry assembled for the World Travel Awards (WTA) Latin America Ceremony in the administrative capital, La Paz, to find out who amongst them would be crowned best of the best.
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Merco Press: World Travel Awards Latin America 2019 winners announced in La Paz, Bolivia

16 July 2019
The finest travel brands in Latin America have been unveiled at a star-studded gala ceremony in Bolivia. The elite of the travel industry assembled for the World Travel Awards (WTA) Latin America Ceremony in the administrative capital, La Paz, to find out who amongst them would be crowned best of the best.
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Expreso: Barceló, elegida mejor marca hotelera de México y Centroamérica 2019

16 July 2019
Tras el éxito obtenido por Barceló Hotel Group en la reciente entrega de los premios World Travel Awards, WTA.
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Independent Online: Sun City wins big at World Travel Awards

16 July 2019
Sun International is celebrating another feather in its cap after the Sun City resort in the North West Province received two awards in the annual World Travel Awards™ programme.
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Bolivia.com: Bolivia gana cuatro 'World Travel Awards 2019'

15 July 2019
Bolivia demostró en el World Travel Awards que tiene mucho que ofrecer en la industria del turismo por su biodiversidad natural y su cultural.
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La Voz de Tarija: Bolivia gana cuatro World Travel Awards 2019

15 July 2019
Bolivia obtuvo anoche cuatro galardones de los World Travel Awards (WTA) por Mejor destino de viaje juvenil, Mejor destino verde, Mejor destino de naturaleza por el salar de Uyuni y Mejor destino de turismo emergente a la ciudad de La Paz.
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Merco Press: Bolivia is making final preparations as it steps up to host the World Travel Awards Latin America Ceremony

13 July 2019
The leading travel industry figureheads from across South and Central America are attending what will mark WTA’s inaugural ceremony on 13 July in this fascinating country.
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Prensa Latina: World Travel Awards Make Bolivia Visible, Tourism Executive Says

13 July 2019
The importance for Latin America of the World Travel Awards (WTA)gala in La Paz is great because it makes our country visible internationally, Luis Ampuero, president of the Bolivian Chamber of Tourism, said.
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Vietnam News: Mường Thanh Hospitality to represent Vietnamese brands at WTA

8 July 2019
Mường Thanh Hospitality will compete with world brands such as Dusit International, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts and Hilton Hotels & Resorts at the category of Asia’s Leading Hotel Brand of the year 2019.
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South EU Summit: Portugal Blows the World Travel Awards Out of the Wate with 39 Awards

8 July 2019
Showcasing their powerhouse potential in tourism, Portugal won 39 awards at this year’s World Travel Awards – three more than last year.
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Standard Media: Nana Gecaga’s turnaround plan at KICC pays off

8 July 2019
KICC was recently recognised as Africa’s leading Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibition (MICE) destination, while Nairobi was named as the continent’s leading Business Travel Destination at the World Tourism Awards.
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Hospitality Net: Cenk Unverdi Promoted Regional General Manager UAE Properties

8 July 2019
Under Unverdi's leadership, all four Rixos UAE properties were recognised by the World Travel Awards in April 2019.
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Travel Daily Media: The Maharajas Express bestowed the World’s Leading Luxury Train award at the World Travel Awards

8 July 2019
If a taste of luxury and class is what you’re looking for, The Maharajas Express is the sleeper train for you. The Maharajas Express (above), bestowed the World’s Leading Luxury Train award at the World Travel Awards for seven consecutive years from 2012 to 2018, is a journey like no other.
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Georgia Today: Batumi - Europe’s Leading Emerging Tourism Destination

4 July 2019
Euronews has published an article about Georgia's charming seaside city of Batumi, the capital of Ajara Region, which recently won the 2019 title of "Europe’s Leading Emerging Tourism Destination" at the prestigious World Travel Awards.
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Nhan Dan Online: Incentives and prospects for Vietnam’s hospitality sector

3 July 2019
During the last several years, Vietnam’s hospitality sector has had positive incentives and prospects for further vigorous developments.
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Times of Malta: Xara Palace awarded Malta’s Leading Boutique Hotel

3 July 2019
Xara Palace has been awarded Malta’s Leading Boutique Hotel at the 26th annual World Travel Awards 2019, held at Belmond Reid’s Palace, Madeira Portugal on June 8. Hundreds of leading travel industry figureheads from across the continent attended the ceremony set in verdant gardens overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
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Muscat Daily: ROHM to host prestigious World Travel Awards in November

3 July 2019
Known as the Oscars of the tourism industry, the World Travel Awards (WTA) Grand Final Gala Ceremony will this year be held in Muscat on November 28.
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EuroNews: Georgia on their minds: why tourists are flocking to the Black Sea

3 July 2019
The city of Batumi on Georgia's Black Sea coast is bracing for a tourism boom after winning the 2019 title of "Europe’s Leading Emerging Tourism Destination" at the prestigious World Travel Awards.
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Hospitality Ireland: Titanic, Sandymount And InterContinental Dublin Hotels Experience Success At World Travel Awards 2019

27 June 2019
Belfast’s Titanic Hotel won the top award in the category of "Northern Ireland's Leading Hotel 2019" at the World Travel Awards 2019, which took place in Belmond Reid's Palace hotel of Madeira, Portugal, on Saturday June 8.
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The Statesman: SWISS bags gold in the 2019 World Travel Awards

27 June 2019
Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) has bagged the first position in the 2019 World Travel Awards in the ‘Europe’s Leading Airline – Economy Class’ category.
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Budapest Times: Kempinski ignites awards

27 June 2019
Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest has been voted Hungary's Leading Hotel by World Travel Awards for the fifth time, with the hotel's Royal Suite Corvinus winning the category Hungary's Leading Hotel Suite 2019.
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Times of Malta: InterContinental Malta success at World Travel Awards

27 June 2019
This year’s World Travel Awards ceremony and gala dinner recently took place in the stunning Belmond Reid’s Palace, Madeira, Portugal, and was packed with an outstanding audience consisting of the travel industry’s elite, international senior tourism leaders and consumer travellers.
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B Daily: Hilton London Heathrow flying high after fifth awards win

27 June 2019
Hilton London Heathrow Airport is flying high after being named Europe’s leading airport hotel for the fifth year in a row. The hotel was once again presented with the accolade at the World Travel Awards, which were held in Madeira earlier this week.
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Trade Arabia: WTA Africa and Indian Ocean 2019 winners revealed

27 June 2019
The finest travel brands in Africa and the Indian Ocean were unveiled at a star-studded gala ceremony in Mauritius early this month.
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AOL: Batumi named Europe's top emerging tourist destination at the World Travel Awards

25 June 2019
Batumi named Europe's top emerging tourist destination at the World Travel Awards
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All Africa: 4 Winners From Seychelles That Help the Island Nation's Tourism Star Shine

18 June 2019
Award-winning travel brands in Africa and the Indian Ocean were announced on June 1 at a star-studded gala in Mauritius. The World Travel Awards support, promote and develop the global travel and tourism industry by identifying and rewarding excellence and inspiring higher standards.
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Hull Daily Mail: Portugese island of Madeira voted best in Europe

18 June 2019
Madeira has won the ‘Europe's Leading Island Destination 2019’ at the 26th World Travel Awards beating the likes of Cyprus and Sicily.
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The Portugal News: Portugal clears up at “Tourism Oscars”

18 June 2019
Portugal won 39 awards at this year’s World Travel Awards, three more than last year.
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The Guardian: The envoy is Nigeria’s Leading City Hotel 2019

18 June 2019
The Envoy by Mantis, Abuja, has received the awards for Nigeria’s Leading City Hotel for 2019. The award was presented at the 26the yearly World Travel Awards, globally recognised as the most prestigious honours programme in global travel and tourism.
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Agenda: Batumi voted ‘Europe’s Leading Emerging Tourism Destination’

18 June 2019
Batumi has recently received the title of ‘Europe’s Leading Emerging Tourism Destination’.
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Irish Times: Irish emigration museum named leading tourist attraction in Europe

18 June 2019
The Irish emigration museum EPIC has been voted Europe’s leading tourist attraction at the World Travel Awards.
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Forbes: Summer In Europe: Best Beaches, Islands And Hotels, Winners Of World Travel Awards 2019

18 June 2019
Portugal has been the big winner in this year’s World Travel Awards, which has unveiled its lists of Europe's best tourist destinations for 2019. Known as the Oscars of tourism, the World Travel Awards named Portugal for the third consecutive year as "Europe's Leading Tourist Destination," with the Algarve region getting its own award as the "Leading Beach Destination" and the country’s capital, Lisbon, selected as "Europe's Leading City Break Destination."
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GDN Online: Oman to host 2019 World Travel Awards global finale

18 June 2019
Oman has been selected to host the global finale of the 2019 World Travel Awards in Muscat, late this year. The annual event is billed as the ‘Oscars’ of the worldwide travel, tourism and hospitality industries.
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Weekly Holiday: Bolivia to host World Travel Awards Latin America Gala Ceremony 2019

14 June 2019
World Travel Awards has revealed that its Latin America Ceremony 2019 will be hosted in La Paz, Bolivia.
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Wales Online: Portugese island of Madeira voted best in Europe

14 June 2019
The volcanic island beat a tough field which included Cyprus and Sicily, which were nominated for the 26th World Travel Awards. The prestigious awards identify best tourism practices throughout the world.
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D Noticias: Madeira eleita ‘melhor destino insular’ da Europa pela 6.ª vez

14 June 2019
A Madeira acaba de ser distinguida pela sexta vez como ‘melhor destino insular’ da Europa, na gala dos ‘óscares’ do turismo, que ainda decorre no hotel Belmond Reid’s Palace, no Funchal
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Times of Malta: Corinthia Palace wins top global travel award

14 June 2019
Corinthia Palace general manager Adrian Attard was yesterday in Portugal to receive the World Travel Awards 2019 for ‘Malta’s Leading Hotel’. The award was the top accolade given to Malta at the international ceremony, which took place at the Belmond Reid’s Palace in Madeira.
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Independent Ireland: Epic Success: Irish museum voted Europe's leading tourist attraction

14 June 2019
EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum has been named Europe's Leading Tourist Attraction at the travel industry 'Oscars' for 2019.
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Punch: Transcorp Hilton bags five travel awards

14 June 2019
Transcorp Hilton Abuja has been recognised as Africa’s leading business hotel for the fifth consecutive year at the World Travel Awards. Transcorp Hilton Abuja picked five of the eleven awards won by Hilton Properties at the 2019 Africa & Indian Ocean Gala /Travel and Tourism awards ceremony in Mauritius.
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Mzansi Life: World Travel Awards vote Fancourt leading resort

14 June 2019
Walking away with the World Travel Awards title for South Africa’s Leading Country House Hotel in 2019 was The Manor House at Fancourt, which has won this award for the second year in a row.
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Independent Online: The Blue Train wins Africa’s Leading Luxury Train accolade for the 11th time

14 June 2019
South Africa's national treasure, The Blue Train, has once again walked away with Africa’s Leading Luxury Train accolade at the 2019 World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony. This presitigious ceremony was held at Sugar Beach Resort in Mauritius, on Saturday, June 1st, 2019.
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Ghana Web: Kwarleyz Residence Accra crowned Ghana’s leading serviced apartment of the year

14 June 2019
Kwarleyz Residence Accra has been crowned Ghana’s Leading Serviced Apartment for the year 2019 at the 26th World Travel Awards. The event was held at the Sun Resort in Mauritius on June 1, 2019.
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Afloat: Titanic Hotel Belfast Named Northern Ireland's Best at World Travel Awards

12 June 2019
The Titanic Hotel in Belfast has been awarded the title of 'Northern Ireland's Leading Hotel 2019' at the World Travel Awards. The hotel writes The Belfast Telegraph was given the award at a ceremony in Madeira, Portugal on Sunday evening.
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Travel Daily News: World Travel Awards Europe 2019 winners announced

12 June 2019
The finest travel brands in Europe were unveiled at a star-studded gala ceremony in Madeira. The elite of the travel industry assembled for the World Travel Awards (WTA) Europe Gala Ceremony on the Atlantic island to find out who amongst them would be crowned best of the best.
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eTurboNews: Baros named “Indian Ocean’s Most Romantic Resort” for seventh time

12 June 2019
Baros, the Maldivian-owned boutique island resort, has been awarded as the “Indian Ocean’s Most Romantic Resort” for the seventh consecutive year at the 26th World Travel Awards ceremony held recently in Mauritius.
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USA Today: Portugal is the new hot travel destination. Here's why

12 June 2019
Portugal was named Europe's Leading Destination in the 2019 World Travel Awards, announced June 8.
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Incentive Travel: Frasers Hospitality makes its mark at the 2019 World Travel Awards in Africa and Europe

12 June 2019
The global hospitality operator secures its first win in Africa with Fraser Suites Abuja and retains eight victories in Europe. Frasers Hospitality, a member of Frasers Property Group, clinched a grand total of nine awards at the recent 26th World Travel Awards for Africa and Europe.
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RTL Today: Beaches, hotels, and city breaks - Portugal has it all

12 June 2019
Portugal has beaten off all its competition to scoop up a significant proportion of the European awards at the 2019 World Travel Awards.
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Conferences & Meetings World: World Travel Awards announces winner of Leading Business Hotel catergory

12 June 2019
Hotel Okura Amsterdam has been voted the Leading Business Hotel in the Netherlands for 2019 by the World Travel Awards organisation for the second year in a row.
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Travel Pulse: European World Travel Awards Winners 2019 Revealed

12 June 2019
Europe's travel-industry elite from across the continent gathered on Saturday evening at a gala held to announce the winners of the World Travel Awards Europe 2019, hosted at the historic hideaway of Belmond Reid’s Palace in Madeira, Portugal, amid verdant gardens and overlooking the ocean.
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Evening Standard: Portuguese island voted best in Europe

12 June 2019
Undecided on where to holiday this summer? You might want to consider a stint on the stunning island of Madeira, which was just voted 'Europe’s Leading Island Destination' in the 2019 World Travel Awards.
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Southland Sun: Repeat win for Port of Durban at World Travel Awards

12 June 2019
The Port of Durban previously held the title from 2010 to 2013 before losing it to Cape Town in 2014 and then to Mombasa from 2015 to 2017.
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Total Croatia News: Valamar Hotels Win Big at Most Prestigious Travel Awards in World

11 June 2019
The hotels of the largest Croatian tourism company, Valamar Riviera, are the winners of the most prestigious global tourism awards this year. Namely, four Valamar hotels in three destinations have won the most prestigious tourism award in the world - the World Travel Awards. A ceremony and gala dinner was held in Madeira, Portugal where representatives of Valamar were proud to receive their newest recognition, reports Poslovni.hr on June 10, 2019.
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The Edition: Kandooma Maldives named Indian Ocean's Leading MICE Hotel 2019

11 June 2019
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives on Thursday won the title of Indian Ocean's Leading MICE Hotel 2019 for the second consecutive time at the World Travel Awards held in Mauritius.
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Independent Online: Thanda Group bags two awards at World Travel Awards Africa and Indian Ocean

11 June 2019
The Thanda Group won two awards at the World Travel Awards Africa and Indian Ocean over the weekend.
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Kiwi: World Travel Awards Africa and Indian Ocean revealed

11 June 2019
The world’s leading travel figureheads in Africa and the Indian Ocean were announced at the 26th annual awards. Mauritius’ Sugar Beach — A Sun Resort hosted the gala ceremony assembling the elite of the travel industry.
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The Southern African: Cape Town International is Africa’s leading Airport once again

11 June 2019
According to the 26th World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony held in Mauritius over the weekend, Cape Town International Airport (CTIA) is the best in Africa.
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Kenyans: Nairobi Emerges Top at World Travel Awards

11 June 2019
Nairobi emerged top in Mauritius on June 1, 2019, during the World travel awards Dinner Gala under the categories of Africa leading business travel destination 2019.
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Standard Media: https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001328184/kenya-wins-big-at-the-2019-world-travel-awards

11 June 2019
Kenya once again defended its title as a leading tourist destination at the 2019 World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony in Mauritius, after scooping top awards in different categories.
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Good to Know: 8 of the best things to do in Lisbon

11 June 2019
Lisbon won the title of 'World’s Leading City Destination 2018' at the World Travel Awards
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EuroNews: Watch live: The World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony takes place in Mauritius

11 June 2019
On 1 June, the World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony will be held in Mauritius. The awards bring together around 400 leading figureheads in the tourism industry and decision-makers from Africa and the Indian Ocean.
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Prime Time: Batumi emerges as winner at World Travel Awards

11 June 2019
A hero's welcome for Batumi after winning 'Europe's Leading Emerging Tourism Destination' at World Travel Awards
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Ajara TV: Batumi celebrates World Travel Awards victory

11 June 2019
Batumi voted 'Europe's Leading Emerging Tourism Destination' at World Travel Awards 2019
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EuroNews: Mauritius hosts the Africa and Indian Ocean gala of the World Travel Awards

7 June 2019
The World Travel Awards hosted their Africa and Indian Ocean gala ceremony on Sugar Beach Resort in Mauritius.
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ENCA: Cape Town airport voted best in Africa

6 June 2019
Cape Town International Airport has once again been voted Africa's best airport. The announcement was made at the World Travel Awaards in Mauritius.
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Standard Media: KICC feted at World Travel Awards

5 June 2019
Nairobi has been named Africa’s Leading Business Travel Destination, while The Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) has been awarded Africa’s Leading Meetings and Conference destination at this year’s 26th Annual World Travel Award (WTA) in Mauritius.
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CapeTownETC: Cape Town International best in Africa again

5 June 2019
It comes as no surprise that the Mother City’s very own Cape Town International Airport has been named Africa’s best airport yet again, this time at the 2019 World Travel Awards over the weekend.
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iAfrica: Table Mountain Named Africa’s Top Tourist Attraction

5 June 2019
Flying the flag 1,082m high for South Africa, Table Mountain was named Africa’s Leading Tourist Attraction at the Africa & Indian Ocean World Travel Awards in Mauritius on Saturday 1 June 2019.
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Business Week: Nairobi named Africa’s top business travel destination

5 June 2019
Nairobi has been named Africa’s leading business travel destination, while KICC has been awarded Africa’s leading meetings and conference destination at this year’s World Travel Award.
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Ghana Web: Accra City Hotel wins 2019 Ghana's Leading Hotel award

5 June 2019
Accra City Hotel has received the prestigious Hospitality Oscar from the World Travel Awards™ and won “Ghana's Leading Hotel” in 2019.
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Eyewitness News: Flying high: Cape Town International Airport named Africa's no. 1 airport again

5 June 2019
The awards were established in 1993 to acknowledge, reward and celebrate excellence across all key sectors of the travel, tourism and hospitality industries.
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Independent Online: Table Mountain named Africa's Top Tourist attraction

5 June 2019
Table Mountain was named Africa's Leading Tourist Attraction at the Africa & Indian Ocean World Travel Awards in Mauritius this past weekend.
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All Africa: Mauritius: World Travel Awards - Mauritius Excels in Several Categories

5 June 2019
Mauritius received several awards for excellence during the 26th edition of the World Travel Awards (WTA) Africa and Indian Ocean 2019 , held on, Saturday 01 June 2019, at the Sugar Beach Hotel, Flic en Flac.
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eTurboNews: World Travel Awards 2019: Complete list of winners for Africa & the Indian Ocean

5 June 2019
The World Travel Awards took place in Mauritius. Businesses from all over Africa were competing to be the best of the best.
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The Guardian: Transcorp wins awards, emerges Africa’s leading hotel

4 June 2019
Transcorp Hilton Abuja has emerged Africa’s Leading Business Hotel for the fifth consecutive year at the prestigious World Travel Awards.
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Leadership: Transcorp Hilton Wins 5 Awards At 2019 World Travel Awards

4 June 2019
Transcorp Hilton Abuja has been recognised as Africa’s Leading Business Hotel for the fifth consecutive year at the prestigious World Travel Awards.
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eTurboNews: Seychelles’ Best recognized at World Travel Awards in Mauritius

4 June 2019
Seychelles’ best performing tourism related businesses have been recognized at the 26th Edition of the World Travel Awards (WTA) in Mauritius on June 1, 2019 in a ceremony held at the at the Sugar Beach- A Sun Resort.
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Africa News: South Africa's Cape Town Int. Airport adjudged best in Africa

4 June 2019
South Africa’s Cape Town International Airport has been named the continent’s leading airport at the recent edition of the World Travel Awards.
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Independent Online: Port of Durban wins again at World Travel Awards

4 June 2019
The Africa & Indian Ocean gala awards ceremony took place at Sugar Beach, Mauritius, where Durban won in three categories - Leading City Destination, Leading Meetings and Conference Destination and Leading Cruise Port.
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Political Analysis: Nairobi hailed Africa’s leading business travel destination at World Travel Awards

4 June 2019
Nairobi has been crowned Africa’s Leading Business Travel Destination at World Travel Awards 2019 Gala Dinner held in Mauritius over the weekend.
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Mwakilishi: Nairobi Named Africa's Leading Business Travel Destination

4 June 2019
Nairobi has been named Africa’s leading business travel destination at this year’s 26th Annual World Travel Award (WTA).
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Forbes: World-Class Travellers Love The World-Class Corinthia Hotel Lisbon

3 June 2019
Corinthia Hotel Lisbon was awarded as the World’s Leading City Hotel at the 2018 World Travel Awards.
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Independent Online: Cape Town International Airport named Africa's leading airport for a third time

3 June 2019
Cape Town International Airport (CTIA) was named Africa’s Leading Airport for the third consecutive year at the 26th World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2019.
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Kenya Broadcasting Corporation: Kenya retains title as leading tourist destination

3 June 2019
Kenya has defended its title as a leading tourist destination at the 2019 World Travel Awards.
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The Star: Nairobi named Africa's top business travel destination

3 June 2019
Nairobi has been named Africa’s leading business travel destination, while KICC has been awarded Africa’s leading meetings and conference destination at this year's World Travel Award.
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Travel Daily News: World Travel Awards Africa and Indian Ocean 2019 winners revealed in Mauritius

2 June 2019
The finest travel brands in Africa and the Indian Ocean have been unveiled at a star-studded gala ceremony in Mauritius. The elite of the travel industry assembled for the World Travel Awards (WTA) Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony at Sugar Beach – A Sun Resort to find out who amongst them would be crowned best of the best.
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Capital News: Nairobi named Africa’s Business Destination as KICC wins Conference Destination award in WTA

2 June 2019
Nairobi has been named Africa’s Leading Business Travel Destination as the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) scooped a top award as Africa’s Leading Meetings & Conference destination at this year’s 26th Annual World Travel Award (WTA).
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EuroNews: The World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony takes place in Mauritius

1 June 2019
On 1 June, the World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony will be held in Mauritius. The awards bring together around 400 leading figureheads in the tourism industry and decision-makers from Africa and the Indian Ocean.
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Modern Ghana: Mauritius prepares to host World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2019

31 May 2019
Mauritius is making final preparations as it steps up to host the World Travel Awards (WTA) Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony on 1st June 2019. The leading travel industry figureheads from Africa and the Indian Ocean are attending what will mark WTA’s inaugural ceremony in the paradise destination.
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Travel Daily News: Mauritius prepares to host World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2019

31 May 2019
Mauritius is making final preparations as it steps up to host the World Travel Awards (WTA) Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony on 1st June 2019. The leading travel industry figureheads from Africa and the Indian Ocean are attending what will mark WTA’s inaugural ceremony in the paradise destination.
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Independent Online: Durban cruise season shows bumper growth

30 May 2019
Nkowane said the Port of Durban would be working with partners to maintain its status as ‘Africa’s Leading Cruise Port’, as awarded at the 2018 World Travel Awards Africa and Indian Ocean segment. The port is a finalist again this year, with the winners set to be announced on Saturday, 1 June.
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TTR Weekly: India: MICE business marches on

17 May 2019
Creative Travel, which specialises in travel to India Nepal Sri Lanka, Bhutan and Maldives, confirmed this week it has been nominated for the prestigious World Travel Awards for the ninth year running in two categories in destination marketing and luxury travel segments.
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City Am: Island hopping, dodging coconuts and chasing giant tortoises in Seychelles

13 May 2019
Constance Hotel & Resorts may have the largest resort in the Seychelles, Constance Ephelia, but it still claims some of the highest eco credentials. It was awarded Indian Ocean Leading Green Resort in 2018’s World Travel Awards for the third time.
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Al-Bawaba: Hilton Dead Sea Resort & Spa Wins Jordan’s Leading Beach Resort at World Travel Awards 2019

13 May 2019
Hilton Dead Sea Resort & Spa was named Jordan’s leading beach resort at a star-studded gala ceremony at World Travel Awards 2019 in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
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eTurboNews: Middle East’s Leading Airport Hotel named at World Travel Awards 2019

7 May 2019
Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai wins Middle East’s Leading Airport Hotel Award for 8th time
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Arab News: World Travel Awards success for Oman Air

7 May 2019
Oman Air was named the “Middle East’s Leading Airline: Business Class” and “Middle East’s Leading Airline: Economy Class” at the recent 2019 World Travel Awards Middle East ceremony held at Warner Bros World in Abu Dhabi.
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Gulf Times: Oman Air wins again at World Travel Awards

3 May 2019
At the 2019 World Travel Awards Middle East ceremony held recently, Oman Air was named the “Middle East’s Leading Airline 2019: Business Class” and the “Middle East’s Leading Airline 2019: Economy Class”.
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Al-Bawaba: Rixos Bab Al Bahr Breaks Through as Middle East’s Leading All Inclusive Resort at the World Travel Awards 2019

3 May 2019
Rixos Bab Al Bahr won the prestigious title Middle East’s Leading All Inclusive Resort for the record-breaking sixth consecutive year at the World Travel Awards Middle East 2019 event last week.
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Mena FN: Oman Air named Middle East's best airline

3 May 2019
Oman Air was named the Middle East's Leading Airline at the 2019 World Travel Awards Middle East ceremony at Warner Bros World in Abu Dhabi recently.
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Australian Leisure Management: Yas Island attractions secure multiple wins at World Travel Awards

3 May 2019
The attractions and theme parks of Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island have each won in their respective categories at this year’s edition of the World Travel Awards™ (WTA) Middle East.
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Yahoo! Finance: Avis Budget Group Wins Multiple Awards in the Middle East

30 April 2019
Avis Budget Group has been awarded multiple accolades at the 2019 World Travel Awards, for its car rental brands Avis and Budget, across the Middle East, it was announced at an awards ceremony in Abu Dhabi last night.
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Trade Arabia: Yas Island's Abu Dhabi theme parks win big at WTA

30 April 2019
Yas Island Abu Dhabi, the UAE's premier leisure and entertainment destination, said three of its world-class theme parks were named winners at this year’s World Travel Awards (WTA) Middle East gala ceremony held in in the UAE capital recently.
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eTurboNews: dnata wins four accolades at World Travel Awards Middle East

30 April 2019
dnata has won four accolades at the 2019 World Travel Awards earning the titles of Middle East’s Leading Corporate Travel Company; Middle East’s Leading Airline GSA (general sales agent); United Arab Emirates’ Leading Travel Agency and Abu Dhabi’s Leading Travel Agency. The awards were accepted by dnata’s senior executives at a gala dinner in Abu Dhabi.
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Travel Daily News: Middle East’s finest travel brands revealed at World Travel Awards in Abu Dhabi

30 April 2019
The red-carpet evening formed the second leg of the WTA Grand Tour 2019 – a global search for the finest travel and tourism brands in the world.
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Zawya: Millennium Hotels and Resorts Middle East and Africa sweeps 16 honours in World Travel Awards 2019

30 April 2019
Millennium Hotels and Resorts, Middle East and Africa shined in this year’s World Travel Awards, claiming 16 prestigious awards, including the ‘Middle East Leading Business Hotel Brand’, for the fourth consecutive year.
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Al-Bawaba: Emirates Palace Takes Home Two Top Honours at the Prestigious World Travel Awards in Abu Dhabi, Uae

30 April 2019
Recognised as the ‘Oscars of the Travel Industry’, leading voices in the travel arena came together last night to celebrate travel and tourism excellence at the World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony 2019
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Emirates News Agency: Ras Al Khaimah scores double win at World Travel Awards 2019

30 April 2019
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, RAKTDA, has celebrated a double win at the World Travel Awards 2019, cementing its credentials as an adventure tourism pioneer in the region.
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Urdu Point News: Ras Al Khaimah Scores Double Win At World Travel Awards 2019

30 April 2019
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, RAKTDA, has celebrated a double win at the World travel Awards 2019, cementing its credentials as an adventure tourism pioneer in the region.
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Times of Oman: Muscat Airport crowned best in region

30 April 2019
Muscat International Airport has made the country proud once again by winning the title of Middle East’s Leading Airport 2019 at the World Travel Awards.
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Times of Oman: Muscat International Airport crowned best in region

30 April 2019
Muscat International Airport has made the country proud once again by winning the title of Middle East’s Leading Airport 2019 at the World Travel Awards.
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Al-Bawaba: Yas Island Theme Parks Win Big at World Travel Awards

30 April 2019
Yas Island’s three world-class theme parks were all named winners at this year’s World Travel Awards (WTA) Middle East gala ceremony, which took place on the 25th of April.
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InterGameOnline: Yas Waterworld unique record

30 April 2019
Abu Dhabi’s Yas Waterworld has created a unique record – an entry into the Guinness Book of Records for the most nationalities in a swimming pool. Last year the World Travel Awards named Yas Waterworld as the World’s Leading Water Park. It is managed by Farah Experiences.
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eTurboNews: The World Travel Award goes to Shaza

29 April 2019
Shaza, a unique luxury hotel brand inspired by the cultures of the Silk Route, walked off with no less than five trophies at the World Travel Awards presentation ceremony, held 25th April at Warner Brothers in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
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Emirates News Agency: DWTC named ‘Middle East's Leading Exhibition and Convention Centre’

29 April 2019
Dubai World Trade Centre, DWTC, was awarded the ‘Middle East's Leading Exhibition and Convention Centre 2019’ at the World Travel Awards. The accolade reinforces DWTC’s reputation as a world-class leader within the meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions, MICE, industry.
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Web Wire: World Travel Awards heads to Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi for Middle East Gala Ceremony 2019

25 April 2019
Abu Dhabi is reinforcing its standing as a world-class events destination as it steps up to host the most important night of the year for the Arabian travel and tourism industry. The World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony 2019 will take place at Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi on Thursday 25 April, with the key players and VIPs from across the region attending.
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Breaking Travel News: Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi to welcome World Travel Awards Middle East ceremony tonight

25 April 2019
Abu Dhabi is reinforcing its standing as a world-class events destination as it steps up to host the most important night of the year for the Arabian travel and tourism industry.
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eTurboNews: World Travel Awards heads to Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi for Middle East Gala Ceremony 2019

25 April 2019
Abu Dhabi is reinforcing its standing as a world-class events destination as it steps up to host the most important night of the year for the Arabian travel and tourism industry. The World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony 2019 will take place at Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi on Thursday, April 25, with the key players and VIPs from across the region attending.
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eTurboNews: Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi prepares to host World Travel Awards

24 April 2019
Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, the latest addition to Yas Island’s series of world-class attractions, is stepping up to host the World Travel Awards (WTA) Middle East Gala Ceremony 2019 on Thursday 25 April.
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Travel Daily News: Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi prepares to host World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony 2019

22 April 2019
Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, the latest addition to Yas Island’s series of world-class attractions, is stepping up to host the World Travel Awards (WTA) Middle East Gala Ceremony 2019 on Thursday 25 April.
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News in America: Bolivia to host World Travel Awards Latin America Gala Ceremony 2019

19 April 2019
World Travel Awards has revealed that its Latin America Ceremony 2019 will be hosted in La Paz, Bolivia. The event will take place on July 13th.
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Prensa Latina: Bolivia presenta nominaciones a World Travel Awards

4 April 2019
El Ministerio de Culturas y Turismo de Bolivia presentará hoy en la Casa del Artista las nominaciones de este país a los World Travel Awards (WTA, por sus siglas en inglés), equivalentes a los Oscar de este sector.
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Bolivia.com: World Travel Awards: Bolivia obtiene 14 nominaciones

4 April 2019
Bolivia obtuvo 14 nominaciones para competir como mejor destino turístico, gastronómico, artesanal y destinos en general, en los premios World Travel Awards 2019.
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Bolivia News: World Travel Awards: Bolivia obtiene 14 nominaciones

4 April 2019
Bolivia obtuvo 14 nominaciones para competir como mejor destino turístico, gastronómico, artesanal y destinos en general, en los premios World Travel Awards 2019.
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Prensa Latina English: Bolivia to Host 2019 World Travel Awards Regional Ceremony

1 April 2019
La Paz, a wonder city of the world, will host Latin America's 2019 World Travel Awards (WTA) ceremony on July 13.
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Independent Ireland: Single-use plastics may be the new smoking, but have hotels got the memo?

1 April 2019
Creative green initiatives can win awards and publicity. Dublin's Sandymount Hotel (below), for instance, was twice voted Europe's Leading Green Hotel at the World Travel Awards (95pc of its waste is now recycled).
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Westchester Magazine: Peruvian Rhapsody: Westchester's New Culinary Love Affair

30 March 2019
With a bevy of new openings, get ready for a deep dive into the world-class cuisine of Peru, named as the World’s Leading Culinary Destination for the seventh consecutive year per the World Travel Awards.
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Out Of Town: Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu at the 2019 World Travel Awards

27 March 2019
Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu on its 3rd nomination as the Philippines’ Leading Resort in the 2019 World Travel Awards
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Diario Correo: https://diariocorreo.pe/edicion/lima/peru-obtuvo-47-nominaciones-los-world-travel-awards-877374/

27 March 2019
Peruanos podrán votar a partir del 25 de marzo hasta el de 24 mayo a través del sitio web de los World Travel Awards.
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African Manager: Six Tunisian hotels nominated for “World Travel Awards”

25 March 2019
No less than 6 prestigious Tunisian hotels have already been nominated for the prestigious World Travel Awards.
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Georgia Today: Batumi in Running for World Travel Awards

25 March 2019
Batumi has been nominated by one of the most prestigious awards, the World Travel Awards, in the Europe’s Leading, Emerging Tourism Destination category.
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FM Bolivia: World Travel Awards elige a Bolivia como sede de la Ceremonia de América Latina 2019

22 March 2019
La página oficial de los World Travel Awards (WTA) reveló el martes que se eligió a Bolivia como la sede de la Ceremonia de América Latina 2019, evento que se celebrará en la ciudad de La Paz, una de las siete maravillas del mundo, el 13 de julio próximo.
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EJU: La Paz será sede de los World Travel Awards Ámerica Latina 2019

22 March 2019
Los WTA son considerados los ‘Premios Óscar del turismo’. La gala será el 13 de julio.
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Expreso: Bolivia será sede de la ceremonia de la WTA América Latina 2019

22 March 2019
World Travel Awards, WTA, ha revelado que su ceremonia de América Latina 2019 se celebrará en La Paz, Bolivia, el 13 de julio de 2019.
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Times of Oman: One year on: New airport flying high on global map

22 March 2019
Since opening its doors a year ago, Muscat’s award winning International Airport has welcomed 15 million passengers, an increase of 9.6 per cent. Times of Oman looks back at some of its major achievements in 2018, including being awarded the “World's Leading Airport 2018” at the World Travel Awards.
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International Airport Review: Airport showcase: Oman Airport, striving to be the best

22 March 2019
The last few years has seen an incredible period of maturing and growth in the aviation sector in Oman. Oman Airports has opened three airports in three years. As a result, it was voted Middle East's Leading New Tourism Development Project at the World Travel Awards.
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Vestnik Kavkaza: Batumi nominated for World Travel Awards

20 March 2019
Georgia’s resort town of Batumi has been nominated as Europe’s leading, growing tourist destination at the World Travel Awards.
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Prensa Latina: Bolivia acogerá por primera vez ceremonia de WTA en América Latina

20 March 2019
Bolivia será sede el 13 de julio próximo de la ceremonia en América Latina de los World Travel Awards (WTA), como reconocimiento a su rápido crecimiento, belleza y riqueza cultural indígena, anunció hoy la página oficial del jurado internacional.
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Opinion Bolivia: World Travel Awards elige a Bolivia como sede de la Ceremonia de América Latina 2019

20 March 2019
La página oficial de los World Travel Awards (WTA) reveló el martes que se eligió a Bolivia como la sede de la Ceremonia de América Latina 2019, evento que se celebrará en la ciudad de La Paz, una de las siete maravillas del mundo, el 13 de julio próximo.
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Merco Press: Bolivia will host the World Travel Awards Latin American ceremony in June

20 March 2019
World Travel Awards (WTA) has revealed that its Latin American Ceremony 2019 will be hosted in La Paz, Bolivia on 13th July 2019. The leading figureheads, decision-makers and influencers of Latin America’s travel and tourism industry are scheduled to attend the ceremony, which will mark WTA’s first visit to Bolivia.
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eTurboNews: Denis Private Island of Seychelles shortlisted for World Travel Awards

19 March 2019
It has been confirmed that Denis Private Island is in the running for one of the world’s most prestigious honors in the professional tourism trade.
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Sakshi Post: WTA winner Maharajas’ Express – Indian Splendour

18 March 2019
The estimable train Maharajas' Express was voted “The World's Leading Luxury Train” five times in succession from 2012 to 2017 at the World Travel Awards.
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Travel Daily News: Mauritius to host World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2019

14 March 2019
World Travel Awards (WTA) has revealed it will host its Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony in Mauritius on 1 June 2019. The leading travel industry figureheads and decision-makers from Africa and the Indian Ocean will attend what will mark WTA’s inaugural visit to the paradise island.
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Incentive Travel: Mauritius to host World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2019

14 March 2019
World Travel Awards (WTA) has revealed it will host its Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony in Mauritius on 1 June 2019. The leading travel industry figureheads and decision-makers from Africa and the Indian Ocean will attend what will mark WTA’s inaugural visit to the paradise island.
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Sakshi Post: Maharaja Express – Treasures Of India

5 March 2019
The Maharajas' Express was voted as “The World's Leading Luxury Train” five times in a succession from 2012 to 2017, at the World Travel Awards.
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Dave's News: World Travel Awards headed to Abu Dhabi for Middle East Gala Ceremony 2019

28 February 2019
World Travel Awards has revealed that its Middle East Gala Ceremony 2019 is set to take place on April 25th at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates. The park is the latest addition to Yas Island’s theme parks, joining Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and Yas Waterworld.
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Biz Today: Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi to host WTA Middle East Gala Ceremony 2019

28 February 2019
World Travel Awards (WTA) has revealed that its Middle East Gala Ceremony 2019 is set to take place on 25 April 2019 at Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi in the UAE. The park is the latest addition to Yas Island’s theme parks, joining Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and Yas Waterworld.Attending the gala reception at Abu Dhabi’s newest tourist attraction are leading figureheads and decision-makers of the Arabian travel industry.
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Web Wire: Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi to host WTA Middle East Gala Ceremony 2019

28 February 2019
World Travel Awards (WTA) has revealed that its Middle East Gala Ceremony 2019 is set to take place on 25 April 2019 at Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabiin the UAE. The park is the latest addition to Yas Island’s theme parks, joining Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and Yas Waterworld.
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The Exchange: World Travel Awards head to Abu Dhabi for Middle East Gala

28 February 2019
World Travel Awards has announced that its Middle East Gala Ceremony 2019 will take place at the Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
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Tourism Wings: Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi to host WTA Middle East Gala Ceremony 2019

27 February 2019
The 26th edition of World Travel Awards is all set to have its Middle East Gala Ceremony 2019 at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates on April 25th.The festive occasion is going to be adorned with peerless figureheads and decision-makers of the Arabian travel industry.
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Prensa Latina: Hotel Paradisus Varadero Wins at World Travel Awards

27 February 2019
The Paradisus Varadero Resort & Spa hotel was awarded in the 26th edition of the World Travel Awards, in Cuba's Leading Resort 2019 category.
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Osoyoos Times: TOTA wins responsible tourism award

27 February 2019
For the second year in a row, the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association (TOTA) was recognized by the World Travel Awards (WTA) as the 2019 North America’s Responsible Tourism Award.
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Independent Online: KZN ready to tap into global cruise tourism industry

27 February 2019
Cruising is one of the fastest growing sectors in the global tourism industry and more and more South Africans are also enjoying holidays on sea to various destinations. The Port of Durban was recognised as Africa’s Leading Cruise Port at World Travel Awards 2018.
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Breaking Travel News: World Travel Awards headed to Abu Dhabi for Middle East Gala Ceremony 2019

26 February 2019
World Travel Awards has revealed that its Middle East Gala Ceremony 2019 is set to take place on April 25th at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates.
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Travel Daily News: Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi to host WTA Middle East Gala Ceremony 2019

26 February 2019
World Travel Awards (WTA) has revealed that its Middle East Gala Ceremony 2019 is set to take place on 25 April 2019 at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi in the UAE. The park is the latest addition to Yas Island’s theme parks, joining Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and Yas Waterworld.
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South China Morning Post: What makes the award-winning luxurious Boras Maldives the ‘world’s most romantic resort’?

14 February 2019
The secluded island retreat has won the title – presented by the World Travel Awards – for the sixth year out of seven, including the fourth year in a row.
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South Florida Caribbean News: Montego Bay Jamaica Airport Named Caribbean’s Leading Airport

12 February 2019
Sangster International Airport (SIA), Jamaica’s leading gateway to the world, was named the Caribbean’s Leading Airport for the eleventh year in a row at the World Travel Awards (WTA) hosted at Sandals Montego Bay on 28 January.
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Travel Market Report: 10 of the Most Romantic Destinations Around the World

11 February 2019
Tranquil and secluded, St. Lucia is a tropical gem in the Caribbean Sea with a lush landscape distinguished by two peaks, The Pitons. By day, relax by the beach, trek to a rainforest waterfall, or bathe in therapeutic hot springs. By night, dine on fresh seafood by candlelight on a private beach overlooking the Pitons. It’s clear why this tiny island was chosen as the world's best honeymoon destination by the World Travel Awards, for five consecutive years.
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RTE: 4.2 million cases of Jameson Whiskey sold in six months

11 February 2019
Irish Distillers said it sold 4.2 million cases of James Irish Whiskey in the six months to the end of December. Jameson Distillery Bow Street was named the World’s Leading Distillery Tour at the World Travel Awards in Lisbon last year.
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UK News Desk: World Travel Awards issues call to voters ahead of Middle East Gala Ceremony

5 February 2019
Travel industry professionals and consumers from around the globe have been invited to cast their votes ahead of World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony 2019. Voting is now open and runs until March 17th. The winners will be unveiled at the World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony, which will take place at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, UAE on April 25th.
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Travel Daily News: World Travel Awards voting opens for Middle East

5 February 2019
Travel industry professionals and consumers from around the world are invited to cast their votes for the organisations in the Middle East that they consider to be the very best in their fields, ahead of World Travel Awards (WTA) Middle East Gala Ceremony 2019.
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ETN Travel: World Travel Awards voting opens for Middle East

4 February 2019
Voting for World Travel Awards Middle East region is now open and runs until 17th March 2019. The winners will be unveiled at the WTA Middle East Gala Ceremony, which will take place at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, UAE on 25th April 2019.
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Kelowna Capital News: Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association cited for responsible tourism again

4 February 2019
TOTA wins World Travel Awards trophy for North American Responsible Tourism for second year in a row.
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Mena FN: 26th annual World Travel Awards opens for submissions

4 February 2019
World Travel Awards (WTA) is pleased to announce its annual “call for entries” for inclusion in the most prestigious awards and recognition initiative in travel and tourism.
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Travel Daily News: 26th annual World Travel Awards opens for submissions

4 February 2019
World Travel Awards (WTA) announced its annual “call for entries” for inclusion in the most prestigious awards and recognition initiative in travel and tourism.
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Keremoes Review: TOTA takes home North America’s Responsible Tourism Award

4 February 2019
This marks the second year in a row for the Okanagan-based non-profit
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JIS News: Regional Collaboration Encouraged To Boost Tourism

1 February 2019
Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, is encouraging Caribbean leaders to collaborate on ways to collectively strengthen tourism across the region.
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Digital Journal: DreamTrips Wins World Travel Award for North America's Leading Travel Club 2019

1 February 2019
This is the sixth WTA award that DreamTrips has won in this region and in a category it has led since 2014.
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WIC News: Saint Lucia Caribbean’s Leading Honeymoon Destination 2019

1 February 2019
Saint Lucia has won the award for the ‘Caribbean’s Leading Honeymoon Destination’ at the 26th annual World Travel Awards (WTA) in Jamaica at the Sandals Montego Bay on January, 28. Saint Lucia has won this award ten times, with the most recent honour in 2018.
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Guardian Trinidad & Tobago: T&T wins three regional travel & tourism awards

1 February 2019
Caribbean Air­lines Lim­it­ed (CAL) has won the Caribbean’s Lead­ing Air­line Award for the 10th con­sec­u­tive year and the Caribbean’s Lead­ing Air­line Brand Award for the third con­sec­u­tive year, while To­ba­go’s Co­co Reef Re­sort & Spa has won Caribbean Lead­ing Ho­tel Award for the 15th con­sec­u­tive year.
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Loop Trinidad & Tobago: Saint Lucia wins Caribbean's Leading Honeymoon Destination again

1 February 2019
Saint Lucia has won the award for the ‘Caribbean’s Leading Honeymoon Destination’ at the 26th annual World Travel Awards (WTA) in Jamaica at the Sandals Montego Bay on January, 28.
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Prensa Latina: Cuba's Hotel Nacional Recognized by World Travel Awards

1 February 2019
Cuba's Hotel Nacional was recognized in the World Travel Awards, as a seal of excellence for the travel industry and tourism.
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eTurboNews: 26th annual World Travel Awards opens for submissions

1 February 2019
World Travel Awards (WTA) is pleased to announce its annual “call for entries” for inclusion in the most prestigious awards and recognition initiative in travel and tourism.
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Jamaica Observer: Sandals sweeps World Travel Awards

1 February 2019
Sandals Resort International (SRI) was the toast of the Caribbean elimination of the World Travel Awards hosted at Sandals Montego Bay on Monday evening.
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La Voix Del 'Est: La base de plein air Au Diable Vert primée au World Travel Awards

1 February 2019
Au Diable Vert atteint un nouveau sommet en se distinguant aux prestigieux World Travel Awards. Pour une seconde année consécutive, la base de plein air de Glen Sutton a reçu les grands honneurs dans la catégorie « Canada’s Leading Wilderness Resort ».
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Travel Daily News: 26th annual World Travel Awards opens for submissions

1 February 2019
World Travel Awards (WTA) announced its annual “call for entries” for inclusion in the most prestigious awards and recognition initiative in travel and tourism.
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eTurboNews: Jamaica Tourist Board takes the lead at World Travel Awards

30 January 2019
The Caribbean’s leading tourist board is now officially the Jamaica Tourist Board according to the World Travel Awards Caribbean & North America Gala Ceremony held tonight at Sandals Montego Bay.
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Barbados Today: Sandals, Hertz cop prestigious awards

29 January 2019
One of Barbados’ oldest companies in the travel and hospitality sector, Hertz Car Rental, drove home an award when it was voted Leading Car Rental Company in Barbados at the 26th annual World Travel Awards held in Jamaica yesterday.
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Lexology: Can Portugal become a preferred destination for investors?

15 January 2019
In 2018, Portugal won the 25th edition of the World Travel Awards for «Best Destination in the World» and «Best European Destination». But is Portugal just a nice country to visit or can Portugal become a preferred destination for investors?
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Financial News: World Travel Awards recognizes SriLankan Airlines with top title

9 January 2019
SriLankan Airlines has announced it has received the World´s Leading Airline to the Indian Ocean award from World Travel Awards, the company said.
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Trade Arabia: Millennium Hotels wins top WTA accolade

8 January 2019
Millennium Hotels and Resorts came out top at the World Travel Awards 2018, held in Lisbon, Portugal, walking away with the award for World’s Leading Corporate Hotel Brand.
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Vietnam News: Why did Intercontinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort win the prize “World’s Leading Green Resort 2018"?

7 January 2019
What made the life work of Bill Bensley on Sơn Trà Peninsula - InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort - conquering travelers and global experts, to be honoured “World’s Leading Green Resort 2018”? Let’s listen to answers from the birth parents of the World Travel Awards, Graham E.Cooke.
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Adaderana: SriLankan Airlines becomes the ‘World’s Leading Airline to the Indian Ocean’ for the third consecutive year

4 January 2019
SriLankan Airlines, the National Carrier of Sri Lanka and a member of the oneworld alliance, won the prestigious ‘World’s Leading Airline to the Indian Ocean’ title once again at the Grand Final Gala Ceremony of World Travel Awards, in Lisbon, Portugal recently.
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The Edition: Hulhule Island Hotel crowned World's Leading Airport Resort again

3 January 2019
Hulhule Island Hotel (HIH) was crowned World's Leading Airport Resort for an eighth time at the World Travel Awards (WTA) 2018.
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Trade Arabia: Rotana wins three WTA titles

2 January 2019
Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the region, has brought back three awards from the World Travel Awards (WTA) Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2018 held in Lisbon, Portugal.
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Albawaba: Rotana Wins Three Awards at World Travel Awards Grand Final 2018 in Portugal

2 January 2019
Continuing to add more accolades to its long list of recognitions in 2018, Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the region with hotels across the Middle East, Africa and Turkey, has brought back three awards from the World Travel Awards (WTA) Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2018 held in Lisbon, Portugal.
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Blooloop: Top tourism brands crowned at World Travel Awards

9 December 2018
Travel brands across the world have received World Travel Awards at a star-studded gala ceremony in Lisbon, Portugal.
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