Category: Travel Award News
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Qatar Airways earns APEX Health Safety Diamond Standard status
Harry S. Johnson- January 12, 2021 22:30Qatar Airways has achieved the Airline Passenger Experience Association’s latest safety benchmark following assessment of the airline’s COVID-19 hygiene and safety standards Read More
World Tourism Network set 2021 trends making leaders jump
Juergen T Steinmetz- January 1, 2021 04:40The World Tourism Network passed the flame of hope from country to country at its New Years' party today listening to incredible stories told by tour guides. Tour guides are ... Read More
2020 Gay Travel Awards winners revealed!
Harry S. Johnson- December 29, 2020 15:59The 2020 Gay Travel Awards announced the winners today. In its fifth year, the Gay Travel Awards mission is to recognize and reward select accommodations, destinations, and transportation companies worldwide. These ... Read More
Saudi Arabian Airlines ranked a Five-Star Global Airline
Harry S. Johnson- December 22, 2020 00:20Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA) the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia has been ranked a Five-Star Global Airline by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX). The APEX Official Airline Ratings™ ... Read More
The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation Reflects on Difficult Year and Brighter Days
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- December 21, 2020 21:15As 2020 comes to an end, the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation is once again reflecting on a remarkably historic and challenging year. After celebrating a record-breaking seven million ... Read More
The Islands of The Bahamas Swept the 2020 Travel Award Circuit
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- December 21, 2020 20:43Despite an unprecedented year, The Bahamas continues to position itself as a leading Caribbean travel destination and received top accolades from consumer, trade and niche vertical award shows. With its ... Read More
Istanbul Airport awarded 5-Star rating
Harry S. Johnson- December 18, 2020 18:53Rising firmly in the global aviation scene with its unique architecture, strong infrastructure, superior technology and high-level travel experience it offers, Istanbul Airport was deemed worthy of the "5-Star Airport" ... Read More
Istanbul Airport awarded 5-star COVID-19 rating
Harry S. Johnson- December 15, 2020 15:05Rising firmly in the global aviation scene with its unique architecture, strong infrastructure, superior technology and high-level travel experience it offers, Istanbul Airport was deemed worthy of the "5-Star Airport" ... Read More
Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority Wins Platinum Award
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- December 15, 2020 03:06The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority has received a second international marketing award for its “Your Space in the Sun” digital marketing campaign, created as part of the destination marketing ... Read More
Skål Special Awards 2020 Honors Antonio Percario
Mario Masciullo - eTN Italy- December 12, 2020 20:12During the Annual General Assembly of Skål International, held virtually for the first time in its history, the organization presented the Skål Special Awards 2020. Peter Morrison, 2020 President of ... Read More
World Tourism Network in 123 countries sets new trends: The Official Launch
Juergen T Steinmetz- December 10, 2020 03:49Tourism has been rebuilding since March 8, 2020. On March 8, 2020 a small group of tourism leaders supported by this publication and PATA met at the Grand Hyatt Hotel ... Read More
Sandals Resorts: 2nd Annual Stewart Family Philanthropic Award Announced
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- December 8, 2020 02:18Father-and-son Caribbean hospitality leaders and devout philanthropists, Gordon “Butch” Stewart, Chairman & Founder of Sandals Resorts International (SRI), and Adam Stewart, Deputy Chairman of SRI, have made it their personal ... Read More
Tanzania Named Most Fascinating African Destination
Apolinari Tairo - eTN Tanzania- December 5, 2020 19:59Participants at the first Africa Tourism Day held on November 26 in Nigeria voted Tanzania as the most exciting and fascinating tourist destination in Africa. Participants of the first exciting ... Read More
Sandals Resorts International Wins Big at 2020 World Travel Awards
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- December 2, 2020 01:38Sandals Resorts International (SRI) announced that the company has received four prestigious awards at the 27th annual World Travel Awards Grand Final on November 27, 2020. Most notably, Sandals Resorts International ... Read More
Jamaica Wins Top Accolades at World Travel Awards 2020
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- December 1, 2020 02:24Efforts by various government ministries and tourism partners to introduce robust COVID-19 health and safety protocols to facilitate the safe re-opening of the tourism sector continue to bear fruit as ... Read More
The Seychelles Islands crowned WTA’s World’s Most Romantic Destination
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- November 27, 2020 20:07Revered for its mesmerizing beauty, the Seychelles Islands has been awarded the World’s Most Romantic Destination for 2020 in the Grand Final of the World Travel Award. The pristine paradise ... Read More
What’s New in the Islands of The Bahamas this Winter
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- November 24, 2020 20:21It’s Better in The Bahamas this winter as the country welcomes international visitors to enjoy the sun, sand and sea. From hotel reopenings with exciting deals to the Bahama Out ... Read More
How Eswatini just became a Safer Tourism Destination?
Juergen T Steinmetz- November 15, 2020 20:58Today the Eswatini Tourism Authority was awarded with the Safer Tourism Seal by World Tourism Network (WTN) The Seal is based on the WTTC Safe Travel Stamps awarded to Eswatini ... Read More
Jamaica Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett Wins Gusi Peace Prize
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- November 13, 2020 21:29Jamaica Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, was yesterday awarded the prestigious Gusi Peace prize from the Gusi Foundation of Manila, Philippines. “I’m greatly honored to be considered by the esteemed ... Read More
Seychelles Sweeps Sustainable Tourism Destination Award
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- November 10, 2020 20:57For the second consecutive year, Seychelles receives the honor of being crowned Indian Ocean’s Leading Sustainable Tourism Destination for the 27th annual World Travel Awards. This year’s coronation propels once ... Read More
Centra by Centara Maris Resorts Jomtien Won Hotel of The Year Award 2020
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- November 5, 2020 23:54Ms.Natha Kittiaksorn (3rd from right in the photo), Deputy CEO of Major Development Public Company Limited (MJD) and Mr.Chaiphun Thongsuthum (3rd from left) General Manager, Centra by Centara Maris Resorts ... Read More
First Tourism Hero from Malaysia recognized has a German connection
Juergen T Steinmetz- October 25, 2020 21:33World Tourism Network today confirmed Mr. Rudolf Herrmann from Penang, Malaysia as the latest tourism hero. Mr. Herrmann is now joining the International Hall of Tourism Heroes with 18 members ... Read More
US Travel Association Hall of Leaders announces 2020 inductees
Harry S. Johnson- October 21, 2020 15:28Travel industry leaders Joe D’Alessandro, president and CEO of the San Francisco Travel Association, and Ernest Wooden Jr., former president and CEO of the Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board, ... Read More
Skål International Elections and Awards 2020 Results
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- October 21, 2020 01:17During the virtual Annual General Meeting held on Saturday, October 17, 2020, Skål International Elections took place and delegates voted their new Executive Board for 2021: • Vice President Bill ... Read More
Centara Grand Hua Hin Wins Asia’s Best Family Hotel Award
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- October 20, 2020 23:57Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin was recognized among the top luxury hotels and resorts in Asia as one of the “Best Family Hotels” in the first-ever Smart ... Read More
A Tourism Hero: Agnes Mucuha of the Kenya Association of Travel Agents
Juergen T Steinmetz- October 20, 2020 02:34Agnes Mucuha is the Chief Executive Officer of the Kenya Association of Travel Agents in Nairobi, and she is now a tourism hero and was added to www.heroes.travel . She ... Read More
Sandals and Beaches Resorts Receive 9 Diving Awards
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- October 15, 2020 15:41Sandals® and Beaches® Resorts, home to some of the best all-inclusive dive resorts in the Caribbean, has taken the plunge into October with the early announcement of nine accolades from Scuba Diving Magazine’s 2021 Readers Choice ... Read More
Malta Capital Valletta: Top 5 World Best Small Cities Award
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- October 9, 2020 11:30Condé Nast Traveler announced the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards 2020 with Valletta, Malta’s Capital, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, ranked #5 in the World Best Small Cities ... Read More
Praslin Business Association Congratulates Alain St.Ange on International Tourism Hero Award
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- October 8, 2020 11:08The Office of The Chairman of Praslin Business Association (PBA) on behalf of its members extended a merited congratulations to Mr. Alain St.Ange on the occasion of receiving the “International ... Read More
PATA Gold Awards 2020 winners announced
Harry S. Johnson- September 24, 2020 08:50The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) today announced the winners of the PATA Gold Awards 2020. Proudly supported and sponsored by the Macao Government Tourist Office (MGTO) for the last ... Read More
American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association recognizes best tribal destinations
Harry S. Johnson- September 17, 2020 05:59The American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association (AIANTA) recognized the best tribal destinations and tourism industry leaders at its annual Enough Good People Industry Awards program. The awardees were announced ... Read More
UNESCO World Heritage Site Vallée de Mai among top 10% of global attractions
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- September 9, 2020 21:47The Vallée de Mai wins 2020 Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award for 2020, based on 2019 Traveller reviews. This latest recognition builds on past achievements as bestowed by TripAdvisor and other ... Read More
Centara Dominates Family Hotels Category in Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- August 21, 2020 03:26Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, wins big at the 2020 Travellers’ Choice Awards by Tripadvisor, with five of its hotels ranking in the Top 10 Hotels for ... Read More
Anguilla Wins Best Island in the Caribbean, Bermuda, and the Bahamas
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- July 8, 2020 20:38The Anguilla Tourist Board (ATB) is pleased to announce that for the fourth consecutive year in a row, Anguilla is ranked No. 1 on the Travel + Leisure 2020 World’s ... Read More
Lufthansa Group has the best innovation teams in Germany
Harry S. Johnson- June 19, 2020 16:20Lufthansa Group has been awarded the “Best Digital Lab Award 2020” twice. The award was presented to Lufthansa Innovation Hub and Eurowings Digital by Capital and Infront Consulting. The honor ... Read More
WTM Latin America in the Running for Esteemed Events Award
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- June 9, 2020 21:38WTM Latin America – the leading global event for the Latin American travel industry – has been shortlisted by the AEO Excellence Awards in the category of Best International Show ... Read More