The travel brands that have demonstrated greatest strength amid global economic uncertainty have emerged victorious at World Travel Awards 2011 Europe Ceremony, hosted at Cornelia Diamond Golf Resort & Spa in Antalya, Turkey on 2 September 2011.
Hailed as "The Oscars of the Travel Industry", World Travel Awards is acknowledged across the globe as the ultimate travel accolade, and celebrates those brands that are pushing the boundaries of industry excellence.
Cornelia Diamond Golf Resort & Spa proved the perfect host for the evening's proceedings, exemplifying the spirit of World Travel Awards to push the boundaries of excellence in travel and tourism. Since opening in 2008, the resort has rapidly established itself as the ultimate place for golf and luxury, amid a beautiful Mediterranean setting.
More than 500 organisations across Europe, spanning more than 125 categories, entered the competition for the most influential accolade in travel.
Lufthansa was one of the big stars on the night, walking off with the blue riband category "Europe's Leading Airline", whilst Le Bristol Paris was voted "Europe's Leading Hotel", InterContinental Hotels & Resorts won "Europe's Leading Hotel Brand", Cornelia Diamond Golf Resort & Spa named "Europe's Leading Luxury Resort" and Dubrovnik Palace Hotel, Conference Centre and Spa picked up "Europe's Leading Resort".
Turkey in particular enjoyed a large slice of the evening's honours, reflecting its role as one of the few tourism success stories of the global downturn. Home-grown winners included Istanbul ("Europe's Leading City Break Destination"); Turkish Ministry of Culture & Tourism ("Europe's Leading Tourist Board"). Antalya hotels winning top awards included Cornelia Hotels Golf & Spa, Mardan Palace and Adam & Eve Hotels.
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