World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony 2018

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GRAHAM COOKE WELCOME On behalf of World Travel Awards, I warmly welcome you to our Middle East Gala Ceremony 2018, this year being hosted at the stunning Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah here in the United Arab Emirates. This is the first time World Travel Awards has visited this oneof-a-kind property, and can I be the first to say what an honour it is to be received here this evening.

Many of you join us following the Arabian Hotel

Investment Conference, and I offer my congratulations to Bench Events on another successful showcase of Middle Eastern hospitality. Thank you for partnering with us on this tremendous event.

that, in response to visitor demand for the world’s longest zipline, they will open phase two to visitors in the third quarter of 2018.

Now there is no excuse not to visit.

Do make the most of you time here at the Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah.

A hidden haven in this peaceful emirate, the hotel is an ideal destination for an unforgettable getaway.

Offering signature attentive service, nine stylish restaurants, and elegant accommodations with pristine views of the Arabian shoreline, there can be no better place enjoy some well-earned rest.

Tonight’s event is the first stop on our year-long Grand Tour 2018 – a series of regional events to celebrate the world’s outstanding travel brands, covering six continents and featuring over 9,000 nominees. In this, World Travel Awards’ Silver Jubilee year, we also plan to visit Athens, capital of Greece, for the European Gala Ceremony, before heading to InterContinental Grand Stanford, Hong Kong, for the Asia & Australasia Gala Ceremony in September.

As for Ras Al Khaimah itself – its time has come. The Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority has reported a strong 17 per cent increase in visitor numbers for 2017 – with Russian guests providing most of the boost. They join guests from within the UAE, as well as from the UK, Germany, and India in discovering this wonderful destination.

In exciting news, the authority has also announced

Later the same month, the Palacio de Cristal, in Guayaquil, Ecuador, will host the Latin America Ceremony, before Sandals Montego Bay, on the paradise island of Jamaica, takes up the reins for the Caribbean & North America Gala Ceremony. The final event, the Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony, will this year be hosted by the Durban International Convention

Centre, with hundreds of industry leaders from across the continent expected to be in attendance.

Winners from each of these regional events will proceed to the Grand Final 2018, this year taking place at the Pátio da Galé, Lisbon. The event will take place on December 1st and I hope to see many of you in Portugal for the show.

Each year our locations, categories, nominees and, most importantly, the number of voting travel professionals increases exponentially, revealing the tremendous public demand for the recommendation a World Travel Award signifies. The recognition we offer is one of a kind, as no other organisation has the experience, the gravitas, or the loyal following of more than half of a million travel, tourism and hospitality professionals we possess.

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WELCOME TO THE TH 25 EDITION OF ANNUAL WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS

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It is first time that World Travel Awards has visited the UAE’s most northerly emirate. Ras Al Khaimah boasts a balmy climate, traditional culture, sandy beaches, and a wealth of activities to keep visitors entertained. An emirate which recently entered the global spotlight with the launch of the World’s Longest Zipline, Jebel Jais Flight, on the UAE’s highest mountain.

It is therefore apt that it is here that we will welcome hospitality leaders from

across the region as they gather together to see who among them has been voted the crème de la crème of the global tourism industry.

During your stay, we hope you will take a little extra time to enjoy the unique natural beauty of our Emirate by exploring the authentic and nature-based adven-

ture and culture, spectacular landscapes, 64km of sandy beaches, enticing desert adventures, adventure sports activities in the mountains and first-class hospitality.

Choosing Ras Al Khaimah to be the host of this event is testimony of our growing appeal within the MICE sector and we look forward

to you – our esteemed guests experiencing our authentic Arabian hospitality and diverse tourism offer.

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The headlines in Middle East tourism in early 2018 are being made by Oman Air, which begun operations from the new Muscat International Airport. The new airport opening has been eagerly anticipated and, as a key stakeholder, Oman Air is now operating up to 200 flights per day from the new state-of-the-art terminal.

Muscat International Airport has been designed to be a shining symbol of the modern state of Oman being built by sultan Qaboos bin Said. The hub will be a significant boost to Oman’s already flourishing travel sector as it will have the capacity to handle 12 million passengers per year and its runway will be able accommodate the world’s largest aircraft, the Airbus A380, and independent parallel operation.

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vice Award in Hospitality - to offer a thoroughly enhanced service; the checkin process will be seamless for all customers and premium class customers will be able to avail themselves of designated check in areas and entrances.

Acting Oman Air chief executive, Abdulaziz Al-Raisi, said: “The opening of the new Muscat International Airport has long been anticipated and is a momentous occasion in the sultanate’s history. Here at Oman Air we are confident this new development will allow us to offer our valued guests a new level of service that is sure to exceed their high expectations.”

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R O TA N A In the hospitality sector, Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas, a one-of-a-kind, five-star property with modern Arabic architecture and a regal presence, has opened phase one of the resort in the UAE capital. The new resort will welcome guests with effortless luxury across 327 rooms and four diverse dining options, including the signature Turtle Bay Bar & Grill restaurant, Sim Sim all-day dining, Sama Lobby Lounge with stunning sea views, and the refreshing Swim Up Pool Bar.

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2018 and beyond its important we have the hotel offer and tourism product to continue the appeal of our destination to these audiences.”

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Officials at the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority reported a growth of 19 per cent in the overall number of guests in 2017, with a substantial increase from emerging markets.

The UAE remains the most significant source market for tourism, accounting for almost half the visitors to Ras Al Khaimah in 2017, however, growth from international markets was also prevalent.

Germany, Russia, United Kingdom and India respectively were Ras Al Khaimah’s largest source markets, with the number of visitors from Russia increasing 79 per cent versus 2016. The UK also saw solid visitor growth of 16.8 per cent in 2017, largely due to the increase in UK tour operators bringing British holidaymakers to the Emirate.

Last year was also the year of emerging market growth particularly amongst visitors from Eastern European countries. Inbound tourism from Poland was up 160 per cent versus 2016 and the number of visitors from the Czech Republic also increased by 51 per cent.

The strong performance came on the back of ongoing strategic partnerships and agreements that took place between RAKTDA and in-market tour operators and an upweight in marketing activities to showcase the breadth of offer in the destination for key tourism segments.

Haitham Mattar, chief executive of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, said: “With tourism arrivals to the Emirate rising 19 per cent year-on-year,

we are optimistic about reaching our goal of a million visitors by the end of 2018 and 2.9 million by the end of 2025. The particular focus we have placed on working with partners in emerging markets has been a great success and providing significant growth benefits.”

Hotel occupancies also performed well in 2017, with the average occupancy throughout the year at 73.6 per cent - a growth of 3.5 per cent versus 2016. Average length of stay also grew by 2.7 per cent to 3.41 days showing the increasing appeal of the destination beyond the weekend break or staycation. The increased demand highlights the need for more hotel rooms and RAKTDA has plans to grow its current resort portfolio from just over 5,400 rooms to more than 10,000 by the end of 2020. Diversification of the accommodation options is equally important and RAKTDA recently signed an MoU with Airbnb to regulate and increase the inventory of holiday homes ensuring high quality stays are available for tourists.

Mattar added: “As we draw ever closer to reaching our visitor targets, the need for more quality hotel accommodation has never been so important. We are working closely with travel and tourism stakeholders to attract the right brands and accommodation options to support sustainable growth across the Emirate. We have identified three key tourist segments beyond the traditional sun & sand holidaymakers, namely active adventurers, cultural explorers and luxury indulgence and wellness seekers and as we look forward to

One of the RAKTDA key growth areas in 2017 was the development of its adventure tourism product in and around Jebel Jais, the UAE’s highest mountain.

The Jebel Jais Via Ferrata gained top TripAdvisor ranking among the Emirate’s attractions, welcoming thousands of active adventurers in its first six months of operations.

Earlier this year, the tourism authority also said it will open phase two of the attraction to visitors in the third quarter of 2018. This will feature two new cables and will increase the capacity of the Jebel Jais Flight to 400 people per day, around 200,000 per year. The also announced that night time ziplining will commence this summer, giving visitors the opportunity to enjoy a different experience during the summer months.

The world’s longest zipline is the latest tourism product aimed at attracting the adventure tourist to the UAE’s northern most Emirate. With its diverse landscape featuring the Hajar Mountains and Jebel Jais, the UAE’s highest peak, the zipline follows other highly successful adventure tourism initiatives including the Jebel Jais Via Ferrata (Iron Path), hiking and climbing routes.

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THE EMIRATE OF

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Travelers looking for a destination with yearround sunshine, sweeping white sandy beaches, so adventure and world class resorts are invited to visit Ras Al Khaimah, the northern most emirate of the UAE and located just 45 minutes from Dubai International Airport.

Ras Al Khaimah is a unique destination for visitors of all ages. With its 416,600 population the emirate boasts of beautiful mountains, red sandy desert and lush green plains along with a series of creeks and lagoons. It has a rich heritage dating back 5,000 years, which manifests in numerous historical sites, forts and abandoned villages.

The Emirati culture is omnipresent in Ras Al Khaimah and you will be welcomed with the warm Arabic hospitality wherever you go.

Ras Al Khaimah offers a variety of entertainment and relaxation facilities including exclusive Hotels & Resorts, international cuisines’ restaurants and selective spas, all at great value for money.

With a wide range of activities covering Watersports, Sailing Cruises, Desert camps, Golf courses and Mountain Adventures, the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah presents an ultimate outdoor experience for residents and visitors alike. 64 kilometers of coast line with crystal clear water and white sandy beaches are a heaven for all sun-seekers.

Located just 45 minutes from the Dubai International Airport and being well connected by Airport and the National Highway, Ras Al Khaimah enables easy stopovers as well as extended holidays. With its splendid natural treasures and recreational choices, Ras Al Khaimah is a picture-perfect leisure destination that is a must for travelers, looking for the real essence of Arabia.

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HERITAGE AND CULTURE Ras Al Khaimah has been the site of human habitation for several millennia and its indigenous cultural traits portray the real flavor of Arabia.

Today, the native values, heritage and culture which have evolved over centuries, continue to thrive the modern look, infrastructure, facilities and the moderately liberal lifestyle that characterize Ras Al Khaimah.

Ras Al Khaimah’s culture is rooted in a long tradition of literary work, camel races, falconry, traditional artwork, fishing, pearl farming and the cultural exchange brought about by trade routes.

The local museums and forts provide visitors with a glimpse of the emirate’s cultural life, history and heritage.

The people of Ras Al Khaimah are welcoming and friendly. Many are employed in the fishing, trading and agricultural industries and while you can still see farmers growing date-palms, Bedouins (tribes) roaming the desert and fishermen trading by the coast, increasing modern industries are taking over. However, the emirate is keen to promote and preserve its heritage, particularly its fishing and sea trading villages of Julfar and Jazirat Al Hamra; the oasis selements in Shimal, Falayah and Dhayah; and the remote villages of the Al HajjarMountains.

Many people imagine cities in the UAE to be in the shadow of soaring skyscrapers, but Ras Al Khaimah City, the capital of the Emirate has the majestic backdrop between both the mountains and the sea. Divided into two parts by a natural creek, a bridge connects the old city with the newer part with old souks and historic buildings siing comfortably alongside newer glitzy malls and office blocks. Both sides are vibrant and exciting, home to four fihs of the Emirate’s population, yet there’s an atmosphere of a small, convivial, bustling town.

National Dress The present national clothes are a continuation of the old costumes of early Muslims. However, due to the cultural changes that have taken place in all the classes of the society, the national clothes, especially women's clothes, have changed significantly.

Women's clothes Women's clothes in the UAE look like the usual clothes worn by women all over the Arabian Peninsula. The dress, commonly called "Nafnoof", "Al Goon" or "makawar" is a long variety that reaches down to the feet. UAE women also wear an embroidered "Kandoorah" whose style varies according to its embroidery, fashion or material.

Men's clothes Mens clothes are simple in design and colours. Men all over the country nearly wear the same main dress called “Kandurah”. The design of the Kandurah differs slightly in some places or according to the weather.

Popular Arts The UAE in general and Ras Al Khaimah in particular is well known for its folklore, folk music, folk dance and other traditional and popular art forms which embody and reflect the social, ethical and aesthetic values of the community. Traditional dances for example are meaningful movements played rhythmically to symbolize the common ideas and likes of a certain community.

Al Wahabiyyah It is one of the oldest art forms of Ras Al Khaimah and is performed only here. The songs during this performance are divided into three sections. Drum players stand between two rows of performers comprising the band. One of the performers begins by reciting a line of poetry. He repeats it a number of times until the other performers have memorized it.

Then he recites another line of poetry from the same poem. The first line is a start and the second is the astinato or pedal. The two rows of dancers rhythmically move forward and backward, a row bows and drummers keep drawing nearer to it for 10 minutes while moving their heads. The opposite row repeats the some movements as the drummers draw nearer to them as well. Dancers with swords and guns add charm to the show. This folkdance is usually performed on special occasions, feast days and at wedding parties.

Local Cuisine Ras Al Khaimah’s kitchen is known for its delicious dishes and recipes passed from one generation to another.

Local people, being seafarers and merchants for centuries, brought into the country exotic plants, spices and recipes from all over the world.

Therefore, traces of Indian, Egyptian, Iranian and Turkish cuisines can also be found in local dishes.

ENDLESS FUN AND ACTIVITIES As a leisure destination, Ras Al Khaimah provides visitors with a choice of exciting activities and places of interest from water sports, desert experiences, and golf to historical sites and cultural aractions. Whether you’re looking for complete relaxation or an adrenaline rush, you will not be disappointed.

Historical Sites Experience the rich heritage of Ras Al Khaimah, which includes majestic forts and museums – each telling a story of its own. History lovers would enjoy visiting the Dhayah fort, built in the 16th century on a mountain overlooking the Gulf, to fight the British troops.

Bassata Desert Village Live the ultimate desert experience with the Bassata Desert Village! Enjoy a wide range of traditional Arabic activities with dune bashing, belly dancer, Arabic Tanoura, camel riding as well as Arabic barbecue.

Water Sports With a number of beaches and modern equipment, Ras Al Khaimah is the perfect destination for water sports. With a wide variety of activities, choose your favorite sport from scuba diving, sailing, water skiing, jet skiing, parasailing and fishing.

Al Hamra Marina & Yacht Club Under the Patronage of HH Sheik Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Marina & Yacht Club is a members’ club for sailing, yachting and water sports enthusiasts.

Golf Passionate about Golf? Ras Al Khaimah won’t disappoint you with its choice of two 18 - hole championship Golf courses. www.rasalkhaimahtourism.com

NEW VIEWING DECK PARK AFFORDS MOUNTAIN-HIGH VISTAS OF RAS AL KHAIMAH Ras Al Khaimah, the adventure Emirate, has further increased its appeal for day trippers, staycationers and holidaymakers with the opening of its new Viewing Deck Park, close to the summit of Jebel Jais, the UAE’s highest mountain.

The opening was aended by His Highness Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah and other dignitaries who experienced everything the new viewing park has to offer.

It features seven viewing decks complete with twelve binoculars to enjoy superb vistas of the Arabian Gulf and the deep, rocky Al Hajar Mountain valleys all from 1,250metres above sea level.

Visitors can also watch tourists take on the Jebel Jais Flight: The World’s Longest Zipline and will soon be able to enjoy refreshments from the dedicated food truck zone.

The araction will serve tourists and residents looking to enjoy the stunning mountain scenery, as well as hotel guests and day-trippers who are visiting Jebel Jais to experience the World’s Longest Zipline and Via Ferrata.

Open from 8am to 8pm on weekdays and 8am to 11pm on weekends, the 22,730 square metre park is expected to further increase the popularity of the spectacular Hajar Mountains.

This araction allows visitors to experience the awe-inspiring perspectives and the oen-hidden bird life of the Hajar Mountain range, amongst the other flora and fauna found in the area.

The park will appeal to everyone, not just the active adventure seeks on the mountain. It will let visitors take in magnificent sunrises and sunsets which we foresee being captured regularly on social media and enjoy the fresh mountain air in temperatures that are traditionally around 10 degrees lower than the UAE average.

NEW VIEWING DECK PARK AFFORDS MOUNTAIN-HIGH VISTAS OF RAS AL KHAIMAH Ras Al Khaimah has achieved a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title with its latest adventure tourism product – ‘Jebel Jais Flight: The World’s Longest Zipline’.

The world’s longest zipline, measuring 2.83 kilometers - the equivalent to over 28 soccer fields, and spanning the chasm of Jebel Jais, the UAE’s largest mountain peak at over 1,680 metres above sea level, opened to the public on February 1st, and is expected to achieve a strong following among thrill seekers and adrenaline junkies from across the world, who are interested in extreme adventure activities.

Thrill-seekers will be suspended above the mountain as they prepare to take the flight headfirst in a ‘superman’ style position. The experience will see participants fied with a special suit and equipment for the adventure, with the longest flight itself taking approximately two to three minutes. Once completed, guests will finish the bucket list flight on a suspended landing platform – unique in the world - where they will be transferred to a second line, measuring in at 1 km, to complete their journey back to the ground.

The Zipline comprises two main zipline cables, allowing friends and family members to experience and race together, adding to the fun and competitiveness of the facility. Zipline pilots will experience a flight like never before while being secure and safe. While the time and speed they complete the flight in is dependent on weight and weather conditions, the whole experience is expected to last around two to three minutes, with top speeds reaching between 120 and 150km per hour. Thee araction will be accommodating a rider every five minutes on the two zip lines, equating to approximately 200 people per day, and around 100,000 per year.

There are no age restrictions on ‘pilots’ but the requirements are a maximum weight of (150 kg) and minimum weight of (45 kg) for ‘fliers’ who must be at least 120 cm tall. The price is AED650 per rider.

The launch of the world’s longest zipline is another milestone in Ras Al Khaimah’s campaign to transform the emirate into the region’s adventure and activity tourism hub. With the emirate benefiing from diverse landscape – including the Hajar Mountains and Jebel Jais – it has already built a following amongst walkers, hikers and cyclists with the campaign taking a leap forward in 2016 with the opening of the highly successful Jebel Jais Via Ferrata (Iron Path), hiking, climbing and ziplining product.

RAS AL KHAIMAH TOURISM DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (RAKTDA) LAUNCHES DEDICATED RAK SHUTTLE FROM DXB AIRPORT

RAKTDA announced a new shule service from DXB International Airport (terminal 1 and 3) to Ras Al Khaimah will help visitors experience the destination and aid residents journey home. The move comes in support of the Emirate’s aim to aract 1 million visitors by the end of 2018. It will also aid tour operators from key international source markets bringing holidaymakers to the destination to experience the 64km of stunning beaches, Arabian culture and adventure sports activities

on Jebel Jais, the UAE’s highest mountain.

The shule service can be booked online at www.rakshule.com and will take customers from DXB airport – Terminal 1 & 3 and drop them at all the main hotels in Ras Al Khaimah for an inaugural offer of 20 AED one way. WIFI, water boles and maps will be available .on board or visitors and residents can sit back and enjoy the scenic route and desert views.

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MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING ADVENTURE TOURISM DESTINATION 2018 Dubai Jordan Oman Ras Al Khaimah MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING ADVENTURE TOURIST ATTRACTION 2018 Jebel Jais Flight, United Arab Emirates Ski Dubai, United Arab Emirates Skydive Dubai, United Arab Emirates Wadi Adventure, United Arab Emirates

MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING AIRLINE - ECONOMY CLASS 2018 Emirates Etihad Airways Gulf Air Kuwait Airways Mahan Air MEA - Middle East Airlines Oman Air Qatar Airways Royal Jordanian Saudia MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING AIRLINE FIRST CLASS 2018 Emirates Etihad Airways Oman Air Qatar Airways Saudia

MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING AIRLINE 2018 Emirates Etihad Airways Kuwait Airways MEA - Middle East Airlines Oman Air Qatar Airways Royal Jordanian Saudia

MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING AIRLINE BRAND 2018 Emirates Etihad Airways Kuwait Airways MEA - Middle East Airlines Oman Air Qatar Airways Royal Jordanian Saudia

MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING AIRLINE - BUSINESS CLASS 2018 Emirates Etihad Airways Oman Air Qatar Airways Royal Jordanian Airlines Saudia

MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING AIRLINE INFLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT 2018 Emirates Etihad Airways Oman Air Qatar Airways

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MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING AIRLINE REWARDS PROGRAMME 2018 Emirates - Skywards Etihad Guest Gulf Air's Falconflyer programme Oman Air - Sindbad Qatar Airways - Privilege Club Royal Jordanian - Royal Plus Saudia - Alfursan MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING AIRLINE WEBSITE 2018 Emirates Etihad Airways Gulf Air Qatar Airways Saudia MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING AIRPORT 2018 Abu Dhabi International Airport Amman Queen Alia International Airport Bahrain International Airport Dubai International Airport Hamad International Airport Doha, Qatar Kuwait International Airport Muscat International Airport, Oman Salalah Airport MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING AIRPORT HOTEL 2018 Amman Airport Hotel, Jordan Doha Marriott Hotel, Qatar Dubai International Hotel, United Arab Emirates Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre, United Arab Emirates Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai, United Arab Emirates Mövenpick Hotel Bahrain

MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING AIRPORT LOUNGE - BUSINESS CLASS 2018 Emirates Business Class Lounge @ Emirates Terminal 3, Dubai International Airport Etihad Airways Premium Lounge @ Abu Dhabi International Airport Gulf Air Falcon Gold Lounge @ Bahrain International Airport Qatar Airways Al Mourjan Business Lounge @ Hamad International Airport MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING AIRPORT LOUNGE - FIRST CLASS 2018 Emirates First Class Lounge @ Emirates Terminal 3, Dubai International Airport Etihad Airways First Class Lounge & Spa @ Abu Dhabi International Airport Qatar Airways Al Safwa First Class Lounge @ Hamad International Airport MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING ALL SUITE HOTEL 2018 Al Faisaliah Suites, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, Dubai Jannah Marina Bay Suites, Dubai Kempinski Residences & Suites, Doha, Qatar Waldorf Astoria Jeddah - Qasr Al Sharq, Saudi Arabia

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MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING ALLINCLUSIVE RESORT 2018 JA Jebel Ali Beach Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Rixos Bab Al Bahr, Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING B2B TRAVEL PROVIDER 2018 Babylon Booking Flyin.com HotelsPro Nirvana Travel & Tourism RezLive.com TBO Holidays Top Travel Trip YR Booking MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING BEACH DESTINATION 2018 Dubai Fujairah Oman Ras Al Khaimah Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING BEACH RESORT 2018 Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Yamm Villa Resort, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort Atlantis The Palm, Dubai Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach JA Jebel Ali Beach Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Dubai Jumeirah Zabeel Saray, Dubai E&OE

Le Royal Méridien Beach Resort & Spa, Dubai Madinat Jumeirah Resort, Dubai One&Only The Palm, Dubai Six Senses Zighy Bay, Oman Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa The Chedi Muscat, Oman The Oberoi Beach Resort, Al Zorah, United Arab Emirates MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING BOUTIQUE HOTEL 2018 Address Montgomerie Al Mashreq Boutique Hotel, Saudi Arabia Alila Jabal Akhdar, Oman Desert Palm, Dubai, United Arab Emirates La Ville Hotel & Suites CITY WALK, Dubai, Autograph Collection, United Arab Emirates Waldorf Astoria Jeddah - Qasr Al Sharq, Saudi Arabia MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING BOUTIQUE RESORT 2018 One&Only The Palm, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Six Senses Zighy Bay, Oman The Oberoi Beach Resort, Al Zorah, Ajman The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah Al Hamra Beach, United Arab Emirates Zaya Nurai Island, Abu Dhabi MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING BUDGET HOTEL BRAND 2018 Citymax Hotels Courtyard by Marriott Four Points by Sheraton Holiday Inn ibis Ramada Hotels Rove Hotels

MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING BUSINESS & CONFERENCE HOTEL 2018 Al Faisaliah Hotel, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi, UAE Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates La Cigale Hotel, Doha, Qatar The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia The St. Regis Doha, Qatar The Westin Dubai Al Habtoor City MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING BUSINESS & LEISURE DEVELOPMENT PROJECT 2018 Al Mouj Muscat, Oman Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Bahrain Bay, Bahrain Bay La Sun & Murooj Districts at King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC), Saudi Arabia Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates The Palm Jumeirah - Nakheel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates The Pearl - Qatar Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING BUSINESS CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2018 Avis Budget Europcar Hertz Sixt Thrifty

MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING BUSINESS HOTEL 2018 Amman Marriott Hotel, Jordan Armani Hotel Dubai, United Arab Emirates Conrad Dubai, United Arab Emirates Fairmont Dubai, United Arab Emirates Grosvenor House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Dubai, United Arab Emirates JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai, United Arab Emirates The Ritz-Carlton, Doha, Qatar W Doha Hotel & Residences, Qatar MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING BUSINESS HOTEL BRAND 2018 Conrad Hotels & Resorts Hilton Hotels & Resorts InterContinental Hotels & Resorts Kempinski Hotels Millennium Hotels & Resorts Sheraton Hotels & Resorts MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING BUSINESS TRAVEL AGENCY 2018 Al Tahadi Travel & Tours dnata Kanoo Travel Nirvana Travel & Tourism Regency Travel & Tours, Qatar Safar Travel & Tourism SNTTA Travel & Tours

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MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING BUSINESS TRAVEL DESTINATION 2018 Abu Dhabi Amman, Jordan Doha, Qatar Dubai Kuwait City, Kuwait Manama, Bahrain Ras Al Khaimah Riyadh, Saudi Arabia MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING CABIN CREW 2018 Emirates Etihad Airways Oman Air Qatar Airways MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2018 Avis Budget Europcar Hertz Sixt Thrifty MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING CHAUFFEUR COMPANY 2018 Al Farrad Car Rental Company Funsho Signature Limousines Nirvana Travel & Tourism Sixt Limousine Service Time & Motion Executive Services MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING CITY HOTEL 2018 Amwaj Rotana, Dubai Elite Crystal Hotel, Bahrain Four Seasons Hotel Doha, Qatar InterContinental Dubai Festival City, United Arab E&OE

Emirates Mövenpick Hotel West Bay Doha Raffles Dubai, United Arab Emirates The Ritz-Carlton, Doha, Qatar MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING CONFERENCE HOTEL 2018 Conrad Dubai Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi, UAE Grand Hyatt Dubai Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Jumeirah Mina A’Salam at Madinat Jumeirah JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai, UAE Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel, Qatar The Ritz-Carlton, Jeddah, United Arab Emirates The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING CORPORATE RESORT 2018 Al Jahra Copthorne Hotel & Resort Beach Rotana, Abu Dhabi Grand Hyatt Dubai Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel, Qatar MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING CORPORATE TRAVEL COMPANY 2018 Al Tahadi Travel & Tours Al Tayyar Travel Group Al-Futtaim Travel Alshamel Travel

dnata Kanoo Travel Nirvana Travel & Tourism Orient Travel Regency Travel & Tours MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING CRUISE LINE 2018 Celebrity Cruises Cunard Royal Caribbean International Silversea Cruises MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING CRUISE PORT 2018 Doha Port, Qatar Jeddah Islamic Port, Saudi Arabia Khalifa Bin Salman Port, Bahrain Mina Rashid, Dubai Port of Aqaba, Jordan Port Sultan Qaboos, Muscat, Oman MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING DESERT RESORT 2018 Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert, United Arab Emirates Tilal Liwa Hotel, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING DESERT SAFARI COMPANY 2018 Arabian Adventures Desert Adventures Desert Safari Dubai

Destination 360 Nuzhath Ideas Platinum Heritage MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING DESTINATION 2018 Abu Dhabi Bahrain Dubai Fujairah Jordan Kuwait Oman Qatar Ras Al Khaimah Saudi Arabia Sharjah MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2018 24 Degrees Arabian Adventures Body & Soul International Dakkak Group Gulf Circle Tours Gulf Dunes Dubai & Oman Nirvana Travel & Tourism Orient Tours Royal Arabian SNTTA Emir Tours MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING EXECUTIVE CLUB LOUNGE 2018 Club InterContinental @ InterContinental Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Coral Lounge @ JA Ocean View Hotel, United Arab Emirates Executive Lounge @ Amman Marriott Hotel, Jordan Executive Lounge @ Burj Rafal Hotel Kempinski Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Executive Lounge @ Conrad Dubai, United Arab Emirates Executive Lounge @ JW

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Qtech software is a leading travel technology company based in India and Dubai.

True to its motto, “Empowering Ideas”, Qtech software is empowering the vision of taking travel business to the next level with the help of latest technologies for over 50+ clients across the globe. Qtech’s flagship product OTRAMS (Online Travel Reservation and Management System) is an advance travel ERP system that gives travel professionals the ability to have a one stop solution for travel management. Cutting-edge innovation in travel technology, strong customer focused approach and round-the-clock support has enabled Qtech to sustain leadership in its major line of business for over 13 years.

Qtech was featured in CIO Review India as one of the 20 most promising Travel & Hospitality Software Companies in 2015 and in Silicon Review India as one of the best SMEs in Travel Technology. Our product is also a Magellan awarded one. In December 2017, Qtech went on to win, World’s Leading Travel Technology Provider, at the World Travel Awards.

As a company dedicated to innovation, Qtech is employing next generation tools and concepts like big data, machine learning and artificial intelligence to provide robust and automated IT solutions to the travel industry. With clients across the globe we understand what the industry needs and have built a customer centric system- OTRAMS which is a robust, secure and feature-rich B2E/B/C booking engine customized for your travel business. Built on advanced technological infrastructure, we are constantly innovating to keep it updated and secure. We work closely with our clients to develop modules that simply work. Our ERP has all the essential modules included, you can adjust pricing and markup policies dynamically, display hotel rooms availability in real-time, manage credit limits, and manage cancellation policies and fees and much more. We are partners with over 160 leading suppliers spread across all services – Hotels, Flights, Tours, Transfers, Car Rentals, Insurance, Cruises, etc.

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Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai, United Arab Emirates The Ritz-Carlton Club Level @ The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING EXHIBITION & CONVENTION CENTRE 2018 Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre - ADNEC Bahrain International Exhibition & Convention Centre (BIECC) Dubai World Trade Centre King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Centre managed

by Hilton, Jordan Qatar National Convention Centre MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING FAMILY & MICE HOTEL 2018 Bay La Sun Hotel & Marina, Saudi Arabia Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Grand Hyatt Dubai, United Arab Emirates Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Park Hyatt Jeddah, Marina Club & Spa, Saudi Arabia The St. Regis Doha, Qatar MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING FAMILY RESORT 2018 Atlantis The Palm, Dubai Fujairah Rotana Resort & Spa Al Aqah Beach JA Jebel Ali Beach Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Madinat Jumeirah Resort, Dubai Mövenpick Resort & Spa Tala Bay Aqaba, Jordan Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa E&OE

Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING GREEN HOTEL 2018 Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai Six Senses Zighy Bay, Oman Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING HOSPITALITY DEVELOPMENT COMPANY 2018 Al Khozama Management Company (AKMC) Al Rayyan Hospitality Al Sraiya Hotels & Hospitality Group Dur Hospitality Company Emaar Hospitality Group IFA Hotels & Resorts Katara Hospitality Kingdom Hotel Investments Nakheel MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING HOTEL 2018 Al Faisaliah Hotel, Saudi Arabia Armani Hotel Dubai, United Arab Emirates Atlantis The Palm, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, Dubai Jumeirah Al Qasr at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Dubai, United Arab Emirates The Chedi Muscat, Oman The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING HOTEL APARTMENTS 2018 Arjaan by Rotana Dubai Media City, UAE BurJuman Arjaan by Rotana Dubai, UAE JA Oasis Beach Tower, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Majlis Grand Mercure Residence MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING HOTEL BOOKING SOLUTIONS PROVIDER 2018 AxisRooms BookLogic HBSi ResNet World roomsXML Sabre Hospitality Solutions Trawex MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING HOTEL BRAND 2018 Address Hotels + Resorts Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas Conrad Hotels & Resorts Dusit Hotels & Resorts Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Hilton Hotels & Resorts InterContinental Hotels & Resorts Jumeirah Kempinski Hotels Le Méridien Marriott Hotels Oberoi Hotels & Resorts Rotana Hotels St. Regis Hotels & Resorts W Hotels Worldwide Westin Hotels & Resorts

MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING HOTEL DINING & ENTERTAINMENT EXPERIENCE 2018 Al Habtoor City, United Arab Emirates Fairmont Dubai, United Arab Emirates La Cigale Hotel, Qatar MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING HOTEL GROUP 2018 AccorHotels Hyatt InterContinental Hotels Group Jannah Hotels & Resorts Makarem Hotels Marriott International Minor International Starwood Hotels & Resorts Wyndham Hotel Group MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING HOTEL RESIDENCES 2018 Assila Hotel, Saudi Arabia Grand Hyatt Doha Hotel & Villas, Qatar Grosvenor House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates InterContinental Doha, Qatar Kempinski Hotel & Residences Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Kempinski Residences & Suites, Doha, Qatar W Doha Hotel & Residences, Qatar

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MIDDLE EAST NOMINEES 2018 2018

MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING HOTEL SERVICE AWARD 2018 Fairmont Dubai, United Arab Emirates Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai, United Arab Emirates The Oberoi, Dubai, United Arab Emirates MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2018 Palace Suite @ Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi, UAE Penthouse Suite @ JW Marriott Marquis Dubai, UAE Presidential Suite @ Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach Royal Etihad Suite @ Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Royal Suite @ Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, Dubai Royal Suite @ Four Seasons Hotel Doha, Qatar Royal Suite @ Grosvenor House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Dubai Royal Suite @ One&Only Royal Mirage Dubai Royal Suite @ The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi Royal Suite @ Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah Sir Winston Churchill Suite @ The St. Regis Dubai The Royal Bridge Suite @ Atlantis The Palm, Dubai

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MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING LANDMARK HOTEL 2018 Al Faisaliah Hotel, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Armani Hotel Dubai Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi JW Marriott Hotel Dubai Rixos Premium Dubai MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING LEISURE HOTEL 2018 JW Marriott Hotel Kuwait City Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates Dubai Le Royal Hotels & Resorts Amman Le Royal Hotels & Resorts, Beirut Raffles Dubai MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING LIFESTYLE HOTEL 2018 Address Dubai Mall, United Arab Emirates Armani Hotel Dubai, United Arab Emirates Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates W Doha Hotel & Residences, Qatar W Dubai Al Habtoor City MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING LIFESTYLE RESORT 2018 Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort, UAE Atlantis The Palm, Dubai Le Royal Méridien Beach Resort & Spa, Dubai Rixos The Palm Dubai Hotel Six Senses Zighy Bay, Oman

MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING LOW-COST AIRLINE 2018 Air Arabia Felix Airways flydubai flynas Jazeera Airways MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING LUXURY BUSINESS HOTEL 2018 Al Faisaliah Hotel, Saudi Arabia Fairmont Dubai, United Arab Emirates Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Dubai, United Arab Emirates The St. Regis Doha, Qatar MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING LUXURY CITY HOTEL 2018 Al Faisaliah Hotel, Saudi Arabia Armani Hotel Dubai, United Arab Emirates Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, Dubai Four Seasons Hotel Doha, Qatar JW Marriott Marquis Dubai, UAE The Oberoi, Dubai, UAE The St. Regis Doha, Qatar MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING LUXURY DESERT RESORT 2018 Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Desert Nights Camp, Oman The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert, United Arab Emirates

MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING LUXURY HALAL HOTEL BRAND 2018 Jannah Hotels & Resorts Rayhaan Hotels and Resorts Shaza Hotels MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING LUXURY HOTEL 2018 Armani Hotel Dubai Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, Dubai Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi, UAE Rosewood Jeddah, Saudi Arabia The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh The St. Regis Dubai MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING LUXURY HOTEL APARTMENTS 2018 Arjaan by Rotana Dubai Media City, United Arab Emirates BurJuman Arjaan by Rotana Dubai, United Arab Emirates JA Oasis Beach Tower, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Park Arjaan by Rotana Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Tamani Marina Hotel and Hotel Apartments, United Arab Emirates MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING LUXURY HOTEL BRAND 2018 Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts Jumeirah Park Hyatt Rosewood Hotels & Resorts St. Regis Hotels & Resorts MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING LUXURY HOTEL VILLA 2018 Al Jiwan Villas @ Simaisma, A Murwab Resort, Qatar Al Khaimah Tented Pool Villa @ The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al

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MIDDLE EAST NOMINEES 2018 Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert, United Arab Emirates Beach Garden Villa @ One&Only Royal Mirage, Dubai Beach Royal Residences @ Jumeirah Zabeel Saray, United Arab Emirates Royal Pavilion Pool Villa @ Royal Pavilion Villas by Qasr Al Sarab, UAE Royal Villa @ Kempinski Hotel & Residences Palm Jumeirah, United Arab Emirates Royal Villa @ Sharq Village & Spa, Qatar Spa Pool Villa Suite Beachfront @ Six Senses Zighy Bay, Oman MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING LUXURY RESORT 2018 Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi, UAE Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach Jumeirah Zabeel Saray, Dubai One&Only The Palm, Dubai Six Senses Zighy Bay, Oman The Oberoi Beach Resort, Al Zorah, United Arab Emirates Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING LUXURY SUITES HOTEL 2018 Al Faisaliah Suites, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE Kempinski Residences & Suites, Doha, Qatar

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MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING LUXURY VILLA RESORT 2018 Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort, UAE Kempinski Hotel & Residences Palm Jumeirah Royal Pavilion Villas by Qasr Al Sarab, Abu Dhabi, UAE Six Senses Zighy Bay, Oman The Oberoi Beach Resort, Al Zorah, United Arab Emirates Zaya Nurai Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING MARINA RESORT 2018 Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi, UAE Park Hyatt Jeddah, Marina Club & Spa, Saudi Arabia The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina, UAE Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi, UAE MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING MEETINGS & CONFERENCE DESTINATION 2018 Abu Dhabi Doha, Qatar Dubai Ras Al Khaimah MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING MICE HOTEL 2018 Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi, UAE Grand Hyatt Dubai Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Jumeirah Mina A’Salam at Madinat Jumeirah JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai, United Arab Emirates La Cigale Hotel, Qatar The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING MICE RESORT 2018 Al Bustan Palace, a RitzCarlton Hotel, Oman Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi, UAE Habtoor Grand Resort, Autograph Collection, Dubai, United Arab Emirates JA Jebel Ali Beach Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Madinat Jumeirah Resort, Dubai The St. Regis Doha, Qatar MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING NEW HOTEL 2018 DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai Business Bay Fairmont Amman, Jordan Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait at Burj Alshaya Gevora Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Rixos Premium Dubai, United Arab Emirates Sheraton Makkah Jabal Al Kaaba, Saudi Arabia MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING NEW RESORT 2018 Hilton Dead Sea Resort & Spa InterContinental Fujairah Resort, United Arab Emirates The Bulgari Resort & Residences Dubai, United Arab Emirates The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert, United Arab Emirates

MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING NEW TOURISM DEVELOPMENT PROJECT 2018 Louvre Abu Dhabi Mall of Qatar Muscat International Airport, Oman MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING ONLINE TRAVEL AGENCY 2018 Al Tahadi Travel & Tours Al Tayyar Online Booking Advisors Flybooking Flyin.com Holidayme Musafir Rehlat Saudia Holidays tajawal Travelwings Trip XOXO Yamsafer Zeeyarah.com MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING PRIVATE JET CHARTER 2018 ExecuJet NasJet Royal Jet Saudia Private Aviation MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING RAIL BOOKING SOLUTIONS PROVIDER 2018 Amadeus Rezopia Sabre Travel Network Travelport Trawex

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MIDDLE EAST NOMINEES 2018 MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING RESIDENTIAL RESORT 2018 Al Nakhla Residential Resort, Saudi Arabia Al Rayyan Village, Qatar California Resort, Saudi Arabia Dolphin Village Muscat, Oman MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING RESORT 2018 Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort Atlantis The Palm, Dubai Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi, UAE Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Dubai Madinat Jumeirah Resort, Dubai Six Senses Zighy Bay, Oman Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa The Chedi Muscat, Oman Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING RESORT RESIDENCES 2018 Jumeirah Zabeel Saray Royal Residences, Dubai, UAE Kempinski Hotel & Residences Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE Mövenpick Resort & Residences Aqaba, Jordan The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi, UAE

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MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING SERVICED APARTMENT BRAND 2018 Frasers Hospitality Gloria Hotels & Resorts The Ascott Limited MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING SERVICED APARTMENTS 2018 Ascott Park Place Dubai Fraser Suites Diplomatic Area, Bahrain Fraser Suites Doha, Qatar Fraser Suites West Bay - Doha, Qatar Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Dubai, JBR JA Oasis Beach Tower, Dubai Somerset West Bay Doha, Qatar MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING SPORTS RESORT 2018 Aspire Zone, Qatar Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi, UAE JA Jebel Ali Beach Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates The Meydan Hotel, Dubai MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING SUSTAINABLE TOURISM INITIATIVE 2018 Dubai Sustainable Tourism Initiative Green Key Program Mleiha Archeological & EcoTourism Project Ras Al-Hadd Eco-Tourism Project Wadi Wurayah National Park Conservation project, Fujairah

MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING THEME PARK 2018 Bollywood Parks™ Dubai, United Arab Emirates Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates IMG Worlds of Adventure, United Arab Emirates LEGOLAND® Dubai, United Arab Emirates MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, United Arab Emirates MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING THEMED RESORT 2018 Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara, Qatar Desert Palm, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2018 Arabian Adventures dnata Emirates Holidays Nirvana Travel & Tourism Open Sky Travel & Tours Regency Travel & Tours, Qatar Zahara Tours MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING TOURISM DEVELOPMENT PROJECT 2018 Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates The Pearl, Qatar Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING TOURIST ATTRACTION 2018 Arabian Wildlife Park, Abu Dhabi, UAE Burj Khalifa, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Dubai Opera, United Arab Emirates Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates IMG Worlds of Adventure, United Arab Emirates Jebel Jais Flight, United Arab Emirates Katara Cultural Village, Qatar Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi Ski Dubai, United Arab Emirates Yas Waterworld, Abu Dhabi MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING TOURIST BOARD 2018 Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority, United Arab Emirates Bahrain Tourism Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Jordan Tourism Board Oman Ministry of Tourism Qatar Tourism Authority Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority Sharjah Commerce & Tourism Development Authority, United Arab Emirates MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2018 Al Rais Travel Agency Al Tahadi Travel & Tours Alshamel Travel dnata Travel houseoftours.com Kanoo Travel Nirvana Travel & Tourism Regency Travel & Tours, Qatar Satguru Travel & Tourism

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The Oberoi Beach Resort, Al Zorah, United Arab Emirates The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert, United Arab Emirates MIDDLE EAST'S LEADING WATER PARK 2018 Al Majaz Waterfront, Splash Park Aquaventure Waterpark at Atlantis The Palm, Dubai Dreamland Aqua Park, Umm Al Quwain LEGOLAND® Dubai Water Park Wild Wadi Waterpark, Dubai Yas Waterworld, Abu Dhabi MIDDLE EAST'S MOST ROMANTIC RESORT 2018 Desert Palm, Dubai, United Arab Emirates One&Only Royal Mirage, Dubai, United Arab Emirates One&Only The Palm, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Six Senses Zighy Bay, Oman The Chedi Muscat, Oman MIDDLE EAST'S RESPONSIBLE TOURISM AWARD 2018 Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority Platinum Heritage BAHRAIN'S LEADING BUSINESS HOTEL 2018 Sheraton Bahrain Hotel The Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence & Spa The Gulf Hotel Bahrain

BAHRAIN'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2018 Avis Dollar Rent A Car Europcar Hertz Thrifty BAHRAIN'S LEADING HOTEL 2018 ART Rotana, Amwaj Island, Manama Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Sheraton Bahrain Hotel The Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence & Spa The Domain Bahrain The Gulf Hotel Bahrain The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain BAHRAIN'S LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2018 Royal Suite @ Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Royal Suite @ Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa Royal Suite @ The RitzCarlton, Bahrain Royal Suite @ The Westin Bahrain City Centre BAHRAIN'S LEADING RESORT 2018 ART Rotana, Amwaj Island, Manama Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Jumeirah Royal Saray Bahrain Lagoona Beach Resort Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa The Grove Resort Bahrain The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain

Gulf Executive Residence Marriott Executive Apartments Manama, Bahrain Somerset Al Fateh Bahrain BAHRAIN'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2018 Alfanar Travel Algosaibi Travel Dadabhai Travel House of Travel Kanoo Travel IRAN'S LEADING HOTEL 2018 Abbasi Hotel Dariush Grand Hotel Parsian Azadi Hotel, Tehran Tehran Homa Hotel Tehran Laleh International Hotel IRAQ'S LEADING BUSINESS HOTEL 2018 Cristal Grand Ishtar Hotel Divan Erbil Erbil Rotana Hotel Grand Swiss IRAQ'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2018 Avis Europcar Gulfstar Hertz IRAQ'S LEADING HOTEL 2018 Cristal Grand Ishtar Hotel Divan Erbil Erbil Rotana Hotel Grand Swiss

BAHRAIN'S LEADING SERVICED APARTMENTS 2018 Elite Tower Residences Fraser Suites Diplomatic Area Fraser Suites Seef, Bahrain MIDDLE EAST GALA CEREMONY 2018

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MIDDLE EAST NOMINEES 2018 JORDAN'S LEADING BEACH RESORT 2018 Dead Sea Marriott Resort & Spa Grand Swiss-Belresort Tala Bay Aqaba InterContinental Aqaba Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea JORDAN'S LEADING BUSINESS HOTEL 2018 Amman Marriott Hotel Crowne Plaza Amman Four Seasons Hotel Amman Grand Hyatt Amman Grand Millennium Amman InterContinental Amman Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea JORDAN'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2018 Avis Dollar Rent A Car Europcar Hertz Thrifty JORDAN'S LEADING CONFERENCE HOTEL 2018 Amman Marriott Hotel Amman Rotana Crowne Plaza Amman Four Seasons Hotel Amman Grand Hyatt Amman Grand Millennium Hotel Amman InterContinental Amman Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea Le Grand Amman, Managed

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JORDAN'S LEADING HOTEL 2018 Amman Marriott Hotel DoubleTree by Hilton Aqaba Four Seasons Hotel Amman InterContinental Amman Kempinski Hotel Amman

JW Marriott Hotel Kuwait City, Kuwait Millennium Hotel & Convention Centre Kuwait Radisson Blu Hotel, Kuwait Sheraton Kuwait, A Luxury Collection Hotel

JORDAN'S LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2018 Grand Royal Suite @ Grand Hyatt Amman Penthouse @ Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea Presidential Suite @ InterContinental Amman Royal Suite @ Grand Millennium Hotel Amman

KUWAIT'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2018 Avis Dollar Rent A Car Europcar Hertz Thrifty

JORDAN'S LEADING RESORT 2018 Hilton Dead Sea Resort & Spa InterContinental Aqaba Jordan Valley Marriott Resort & Spa Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea Mövenpick Resort & Spa Tala Bay Aqaba JORDAN'S LEADING SERVICED APARTMENTS 2018 Grand Hyatt Amman Mövenpick Resort & Residences Aqaba The Boulevard Arjaan by Rotana

KUWAIT'S LEADING CONFERENCE HOTEL 2018 JW Marriott Hotel Kuwait City Millennium Hotel & Convention Centre Kuwait Sheraton Kuwait, A Luxury Collection Hotel Symphony Style Hotel The Regency Hotel Kuwait KUWAIT'S LEADING HOTEL 2018 Al Manshar Rotana JW Marriott Hotel Kuwait City Millennium Hotel & Convention Centre Kuwait Sheraton Kuwait, A Luxury Collection Hotel

JORDAN'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2018 Al Hani Travel & Tourism Al Tahadi Travel & Tours Green Arrow Tours

KUWAIT'S LEADING LUXURY HOTEL 2018 Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel & Spa JW Marriott Hotel Kuwait City Le Royal Hotel Symphony Style Hotel The Regency Hotel Kuwait

KUWAIT'S LEADING BUSINESS HOTEL 2018 Hilton Kuwait Resort Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel & Spa

KUWAIT'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2018 Al Mulla Travel Bureau Alshamel Travel Barakat Travel

Boodai Aviation Jumbo Travels TVS Travels LEBANON'S LEADING BOUTIQUE HOTEL 2018 35 Rooms Beirut Byblos Sur Mer Hotel Albergo O Monot Hotel Beirut LEBANON'S LEADING BUSINESS HOTEL 2018 Four Seasons Hotel Beirut Gefinor Rotana Hilton Beirut Habtoor Grand InterContinental Phoenicia Beirut Le Royal Hotels & Resorts Beirut Le Vendôme Beirut LEBANON'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2018 Advanced Car Rental Lebanon Avis City Car Rent A Car Hertz LEBANON'S LEADING HOTEL 2018 Four Seasons Hotel Beirut InterContinental Phoenicia Beirut Le Gray Beirut Le Royal Hotels & Resorts Beirut Le Vendôme Beirut

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MIDDLE EAST NOMINEES 2018 LEBANON'S LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2018 Presidential Suite @ Le Gray Beirut Royal Suite @ Four Seasons Hotel Beirut Royal Suite @ Hotel Albergo Royal Suite @ InterContinental Mzaar Mountain Resort & Spa The Royal Suite @ InterContinental Le Vendôme Beirut LEBANON'S LEADING LUXURY HOTEL 2018 Four Seasons Hotel Beirut InterContinental Le Vendôme Beirut Le Gray Beirut Mövenpick Hotel Beirut LEBANON'S LEADING RESORT 2018 InterContinental Mzaar Mountain Resort & Spa Kempinski Summerland Hotel & Resort Le Royal Hotel - Beirut Mövenpick Hotel Beirut LEBANON'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2018 Barakat Travel Five Stars Tours Kurban Travel Nakhal Tania Travel Wild Discovery OMAN'S LEADING BEACH RESORT 2018 Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara Al Bustan Palace, a RitzCarlton Hotel Crowne Plaza Resort Salalah Millennium Resort Mussanah E&OE

Radisson Blu Hotel, Sohar Salalah Rotana Resort Six Senses Zighy Bay The Chedi Muscat OMAN'S LEADING BUSINESS HOTEL 2018 Grand Hyatt Muscat Grand Millennium Muscat Sheraton Oman Hotel OMAN'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2018 Avis Dollar Rent A Car Europcar Hertz Thrifty OMAN'S LEADING HOTEL 2018 Al Bustan Palace, a RitzCarlton Hotel Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort Grand Hyatt Muscat Hormuz Grand Hotel Muscat Sheraton Oman Hotel OMAN'S LEADING HOTEL RESIDENCES 2018 Grand Hyatt Muscat InterContinental Muscat Juweira Boutique Hotel Millennium Executive Apartments Muscat Millennium Resort Mussanah OMAN'S LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2018 Presidential Suite @ Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel Royal Suite @ Grand Hyatt Muscat Royal Suite @ InterContinental Muscat

OMAN'S LEADING LUXURY HOTEL VILLA 2018 2 Bedroom Chalet @ Mirbat Marriott Resort Beit Musandam, the Private Reserve @ Six Senses Zighy Bay Jabal Villa @ Alila Jabal Akhdar Suite Royale @ Al Nahda Resort & Spa Three Bedroom Royal Mountain Villa @ Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort OMAN'S LEADING NEW HOTEL 2018 Crowne Plaza Muscat Kempinski Hotel Muscat Mysk by Shaza Al Mouj Sundus Rotana Muscat OMAN'S LEADING RESORT 2018 Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara Al Bustan Palace, a RitzCarlton Hotel Alila Jabal Akhdar Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort Crowne Plaza Resort Salalah Hilton Salalah Resort InterContinental Muscat Radisson Blu Hotel, Sohar Six Senses Zighy Bay The Chedi Muscat

City InterContinental Doha La Cigale Hotel Millennium Hotel Doha Mövenpick Hotel Doha Mövenpick Hotel West Bay Doha Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel The Ritz-Carlton, Doha Wyndham Grand Regency Doha QATAR'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2018 Avis Budget Europcar Hertz Regency Fleets Thrifty QATAR'S LEADING CITY HOTEL 2018 City Centre Rotana Doha Doha Marriott Hotel DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Doha Old Town InterContinental Doha The City La Cigale Hotel Mövenpick Hotel West Bay Doha The Ritz-Carlton, Doha W Doha Hotel & Residences

OMAN'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2018 Bahwan Travels Kingdom Travel & Tourism Marmul Travel & Tours QATAR'S LEADING BUSINESS HOTEL 2018 Doha Marriott Hotel DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Doha Old Town InterContinental Doha The MIDDLE EAST GALA CEREMONY 2018

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Vinpearl Da Nang Resort & Villas Situated in the prime location of Non Nuoc beach, on one of the six most beautiful beaches on the planet (as voted by Forbes magazine), lays Vinpearl Da Nang Resort & Villas. Overlooking the ocean, with its back resting on the majestic Marble Mountain range, this resort is the ideal holiday destination for you.

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MIDDLE EAST NOMINEES 2018 QATAR'S LEADING CONFERENCE HOTEL 2018 Grand Hyatt Doha InterContinental Doha The City InterContinental Doha La Cigale Hotel Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl - Doha Sharq Village & Spa Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel The St. Regis Doha W Doha Hotel & Residences Wyndham Grand Regency Doha QATAR'S LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2018 Arabian Adventures Qatar Gulf Adventures Qatar International Adventures Qatar International Tours Regency Travel & Tours QATAR'S LEADING HOTEL 2018 Doha Marriott Hotel Four Seasons Hotel Doha InterContinental Doha La Cigale Hotel Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl - Doha Millennium Hotel Doha Mรถvenpick Hotel West Bay Doha Shangri-La Hotel, Doha The Ritz-Carlton, Doha The St. Regis Doha W Doha Hotel & Residences Wyndham Grand Regency Doha

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QATAR'S LEADING HOTEL DINING & ENTERTAINMENT EXPERIENCE 2018 Doha Marriott Hotel Hilton Doha La Cigale Hotel Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel Souq Waqif Boutique Hotels The Ritz-Carlton, Doha W Doha Hotel & Residences QATAR'S LEADING HOTEL RESIDENCES 2018 Governor West Bay Suites & Residences Grand Hyatt Doha Hotel & Villas InterContinental Doha The City InterContinental Doha Kempinski Residences & Suites, Doha Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel Simaisma, A Murwab Resort W Doha Hotel & Residences QATAR'S LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2018 Extreme Wow Suite @ W Doha Hotel & Residences Presidential Suite @ The St. Regis Doha Royal Suite @ Four Seasons Hotel Doha Royal Suite @ La Cigale Hotel Royal Suite @ Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl Doha QATAR'S LEADING LIFESTYLE HOTEL 2018 La Cigale Hotel The Ritz-Carlton, Doha The St. Regis Doha W Doha Hotel & Residences

QATAR'S LEADING LUXURY HOTEL VILLA 2018 Al Jiwan Villas @ Simaisma, A Murwab Resort Four Bedroom Beachfront Villa @ Grand Hyatt Doha Hotel & Villas Royal Villa @ Sharq Village & Spa Three Bedroom Anantara Over Water Villa @ Banana Island Resort Doha QATAR'S LEADING RESORT 2018 Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara Four Seasons Hotel Doha InterContinental Doha Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel Simaisma, A Murwab Resort The Ritz-Carlton, Doha The St. Regis Doha QATAR'S LEADING SERVICED APARTMENTS 2018 City Centre Rotana Doha Fraser Suites Doha Fraser Suites West Bay - Doha Somerset West Bay Doha QATAR'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2018 Al Sulaiman Travels Darwish Holidays Mannai Air Travel Regency Travel & Tours QATAR'S LEADING VILLA RESORT 2018 Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara Grand Hyatt Doha Hotel & Villas Simaisma, A Murwab Resort

SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING BOUTIQUE HOTEL 2018 Al Mashreq Boutique Hotel Mena Hotel Riyadh Waldorf Astoria Jeddah - Qasr Al Sharq SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING BUDGET HOTEL 2018 Centro Shaheen by Rotana Copthorne Hotel Riyadh by Millennium Novotel Suites Riyadh Olaya Hotel Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Jeddah Ramada Riyadh SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING BUSINESS & CONFERENCE HOTEL 2018 Al Faisaliah Hotel Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre InterContinental Jeddah InterContinental Riyadh Makarem Riyadh Airport Hotel The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING BUSINESS & LEISURE HOTEL 2018 Bay La Sun Hotel & Marina Casablanca Grand Hotel Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre Rosewood Jeddah The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING BUSINESS HOTEL 2018 Al Faisaliah Hotel Casablanca Hotel Jeddah Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya

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MIDDLE EAST NOMINEES 2018 Jabal Omar Marriott Hotel, Makkah Kempinski Al Othman Hotel Al Khobar Narcissus Hotel & Residence Riyadh Riyadh Palace Hotel Rosewood Jeddah The Oberoi, Madina The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh Waldorf Astoria Jeddah - Qasr al Sharq SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING BUSINESS TRAVEL AGENCY 2018 Al Tayyar Travel Group Attar Travel dnata Travel Kanoo Travel Traveler Club Zahid Travel SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2018 Budget Saudi Arabia Europcar Hertz Saudi Arab Car Rentals SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING CITY HOTEL 2018 Casablanca Grand Hotel Hotel Al Khozama InterContinental Dar Al Tawhid Makkah Jabal Omar Marriott Hotel, Makkah Le Méridien Al Khobar Narcissus Hotel & Residence Riyadh Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Jeddah Riyadh Marriott Hotel Rosh Rayhaan by Rotana

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SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING CONFERENCE & WEDDING HOTEL 2018 Al Faisaliah Hotel Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre InterContinental Riyadh The Ritz-Carlton, Jeddah The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh

SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING HERITAGE HOTEL 2018 Crowne Plaza Madinah Hotel Al Khozama InterContinental Riyadh Riyadh Marriott Hotel

SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING CONFERENCE HOTEL 2018 Al Faisaliah Hotel Assila Hotel Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre Jabal Omar Marriott Hotel, Makkah Makarem Riyadh Airport Hotel Riyadh Palace Hotel Sheraton Dammam Hotel & Convention Centre The Ritz-Carlton, Jeddah The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh

SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING HOTEL 2018 Al Faisaliah Hotel Assila Hotel Burj Rafal Hotel Kempinski Riyadh Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre Hotel Al Khozama InterContinental Dar Al Tawhid Makkah Jabal Omar Marriott Hotel, Makkah Le Méridien Al Khobar Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Jeddah Riyadh Marriott Hotel Rosewood Jeddah The Oberoi, Madina The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh

SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2018 Haya Tour Jawlah Tours Masawife

SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING HOTEL GROUP 2018 AccorHotels Casablanca Hotels and Suites InterContinental Hotels Group Makarem Hotels Marriott International

SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING FAMILY & LEISURE DESTINATION HOTEL 2018 Al Faisaliah Resort & Spa Bay La Sun Hotel & Marina Mövenpick Beach Resort Al Khobar Mövenpick Resort Al Nawras Jeddah Radisson Blu Resort, Jizan

SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING HOTEL RESIDENCES 2018 Assila Hotel Burj Rafal Hotel Kempinski Riyadh Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel Mövenpick Hotel & Residences Hajar Tower Makkah Shaza Al Madina

SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2018 Grand Royal Suite @ The Oberoi, Madina Kingdom Suite @ Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre Royal Penthouse Suite @ Al Faisaliah Suites Royal Suite @ Burj Rafal Hotel Kempinski Riyadh Royal Suite @ Rosewood Jeddah Royal Suite @ The RitzCarlton, Riyadh SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING LEISURE TRAVEL AGENCY 2018 Al Faris Travel Al Tayyar Travel Group Attar Travel dnata Travel (Saudi Arabia) Kanoo Travel SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING LUXURY HOSPITALITY COMPANY 2018 Al Khozama Management Company Hilton Hotels & Resorts The Ritz-Carlton SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING LUXURY HOTEL 2018 Kempinski Al Othman Hotel Al Khobar Narcissus Hotel & Residence Riyadh Rosewood Jeddah Shaza Al Madina Waldorf Astoria Jeddah - Qasr Al Sharq

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MIDDLE EAST NOMINEES 2018 SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING LUXURY HOTEL VILLA 2018 Palacio @ Vivienda Turki Al Awal Royal Villa @ Mövenpick Resort Al Nawras Jeddah Royal Villa @ Raffles Makkah Palace Villa Tamra @ Makarem Annakheel Village SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING LUXURY RESORT 2018 Al Faisaliah Resort & Spa Bay La Sun Hotel & Marina Park Hyatt Jeddah, Marina Club & Spa Radisson Blu Resort, Jizan Waldorf Astoria Jeddah - Qasr Al Sharq SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING NEW RESIDENCES 2018 Ascott Rafal Olaya Riyadh Ascott Tahlia Jeddah Fraser Suites Riyadh Views Hotel & Residences SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING RESIDENTIAL RESORT 2018 Al Nakhla Residential Resort Al-Bustan Village Almalga Village California Resort Oia Beach Resort

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SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING RESORT 2018 Makarem Annakheel Village Mövenpick Beach Resort Al Khobar Mövenpick Hotel & Resort Yanbu Mövenpick Resort Al Nawras Jeddah Park Hyatt Jeddah, Marina Club & Spa SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING SERVICED APARTMENT BRAND 2018 Citadines Apart'hotel Marriott Executive Apartments The Ascott Limited SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING SERVICED APARTMENTS 2018 Ascott Rafal Olaya Riyadh Ascott Sari Jeddah Ascott Tahlia Jeddah Marriott Executive Apartments Riyadh, Makarim SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2018 Alfahhad Travels Attar Travel dnata Travel Kanoo Travel Open Sky Travel & Tours Traveler Club SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2018 Al Tayyar Travel Group Attar Travel Dadabhai Travel dnata Travel Flyin.com Traveler Club Zahid Travel Zamil Travel

SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING TRAVEL MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2018 Al Tayyar Travel Group Attar Travel dnata Travel Elaf Travel & Tourism Company Kanoo Travel Traveler Club SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING TRAVEL SERVICE PROVIDER 2018 Ace Travel Al Tayyar Travel Group Arabian Company for Travellers Services dnata Travel Fursan Travel Zamil Travel SAUDI ARABIA'S LEADING WEDDING HOTEL 2018 Al Faisaliah Hotel Casablanca Hotel Jeddah Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh UNITED ARAB EMIRATES'S LEADING BEACH RESORT 2018 Fairmont The Palm, Dubai Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach Hilton Al Hamra Beach & Golf Resort Le Royal Méridien Beach Resort & Spa, Dubai Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Dubai The Oberoi Beach Resort, Al Zorah The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina, Dubai

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES'S LEADING BOUTIQUE HOTEL 2018 Address Montgomerie Desert Palm, Dubai La Ville Hotel & Suites CITY WALK, Dubai, Autograph Collection UNITED ARAB EMIRATES'S LEADING BUSINESS HOTEL 2018 Grosvenor House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Dubai InterContinental Abu Dhabi Jumeirah Al Qasr at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Dubai JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai Millennium Plaza Hotel Dubai Park Rotana, Abu Dhabi Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche The Westin Dubai, Al Habtoor City UNITED ARAB EMIRATES'S LEADING BUSINESS TRAVEL AGENCY 2018 dnata Kanoo Travel Nirvana Travel & Tourism Orient Travel SNTTA Travel & Tours UNITED ARAB EMIRATES'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2018 Budget Rent a Car Dollar Europcar Hertz Thrifty

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MIDDLE EAST NOMINEES 2018 UNITED ARAB EMIRATES'S LEADING CITY HOTEL 2018 Grand Millennium Al Wahda, Abu Dhabi M Hotel Downtown by Millennium Millennium Plaza Hotel Dubai Pullman Dubai Creek City Centre Rove Downtown, Dubai UNITED ARAB EMIRATES'S LEADING DESERT SAFARI COMPANY 2018 Abu Dhabi Desert Safari Arabian Adventures Desert Safari Dubai Dubai Tour Desert Safari OceanAir Travels Orient Tours UNITED ARAB EMIRATES'S LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2018 Al Mariah Travel & Tourism Arabian Adventures City One Tourism & Travel Gulf Circle Tours Nirvana Travel & Tourism Pure Arabia Royal Arabian Touch +971

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UNITED ARAB EMIRATES'S LEADING FAMILY RESORT 2018 Atlantis The Palm, Dubai DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island JA Hatta Fort Hotel, Dubai JA Jebel Ali Beach Hotel, Dubai Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort, Fujairah Madinat Jumeirah Resort, Dubai The Cove Rotana Resort, Ras Al Khaimah UNITED ARAB EMIRATES'S LEADING HOLIDAY CENTRE 2018 Al Rais Tours & Holidays LuLu International Travel & Tourism Sharjah Airport Travel Agency (SATA) UNITED ARAB EMIRATES'S LEADING HOTEL 2018 Armani Hotel Dubai Burj Al Arab Jumeirah Grosvenor House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Dubai Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Dubai JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai One&Only Royal Mirage, Dubai

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UNITED ARAB EMIRATES'S LEADING HOTEL GROUP 2018 AccorHotels Hyatt InterContinental Hotels Group Jannah Hotels & Resorts Marriott International Minor International Wyndham Hotel Group UNITED ARAB EMIRATES'S LEADING HOTEL RESIDENCES 2018 Grosvenor House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Dubai Hilton Dubai The Walk Jannah Burj Al Sarab, Abu Dhabi Jannah Marina Bay Suites, Dubai Jannah Place Dubai Marina Jumeirah Living World Trade Centre Residence Kempinski Hotel & Residences Palm Jumeirah UNITED ARAB EMIRATES'S LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2018 Palace Suite @ Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi Penthouse Suite @ JW Marriott Marquis Dubai Presidential Suite @ Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach Royal Bridge Suite @ Atlantis The Palm, Dubai Royal Etihad Suite @ Jumeirah at Etihad Towers Royal Suite @ Burj Al Arab Jumeirah Royal Suite @ Grosvenor House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Dubai Royal Suite @ One&Only Royal Mirage Royal Suite @ The St. Regis

Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi Sir Winston Churchill Suite @ The St. Regis Dubai UNITED ARAB EMIRATES'S LEADING LIFESTYLE HOTEL 2018 Al Raha Beach Hotel, Abu Dhabi Armani Hotel Dubai Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi Mövenpick Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel Dubai Rosewood Abu Dhabi Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi W Dubai Al Habtoor City UNITED ARAB EMIRATES'S LEADING LUXURY CITY HOTEL 2018 Grand Millennium Dubai Hilton Capital Grand Abu Dhabi Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Dubai Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek UNITED ARAB EMIRATES'S LEADING MEETINGS & CONFERENCE HOTEL 2018 Fairmont Dubai Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas Pullman Dubai Creek City Centre Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach The Westin Dubai Al Habtoor City

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MIDDLE EAST NOMINEES 2018 UNITED ARAB EMIRATES'S LEADING RESORT 2018 Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort Atlantis The Palm, Dubai Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Dubai Jumeirah Zabeel Saray, Dubai Le Royal Méridien Beach Resort & Spa, Dubai Madinat Jumeirah Resort, Dubai One&Only Royal Mirage, Dubai Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah UNITED ARAB EMIRATES'S LEADING SERVICED APARTMENTS 2018 Ascott Park Place Dubai Fraser Suites Dubai JA Oasis Beach Tower Park Arjaan by Rotana Abu Dhabi Swissotel Living Al Ghurair UNITED ARAB EMIRATES'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2018 Arabian Adventures Desert Adventures Nirvana Travel & Tourism OceanAir Travels Regency Travel & Tours

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UNITED ARAB EMIRATES'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2018 Abu Dhabi Travel Bureau Al Rais Travel Agency Al-Futtaim Travel Dadabhai Travel dnata Travel Nirvana Travel & Tourism Orient Travel UNITED ARAB EMIRATES'S LEADING TRAVEL MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2018 Abu Dhabi Travel Bureau Al-Futtaim Travel dnata Kanoo Travel Nirvana Travel & Tourism Orient Travel YEMEN'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2018 Budget Europcar Hertz YEMEN'S LEADING HOTEL 2018 Burj Al Salam Hotel Sheba Hotel ABU DHABI'S LEADING BEACH RESORT 2018 Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Yamm Villa Resort Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi Hilton Abu Dhabi Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi

ABU DHABI'S LEADING BUSINESS HOTEL 2018 Le Royal Méridien Abu Dhabi Corniche Hotel Abu Dhabi Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi Eastern Mangroves Hotel & Spa by Anantara Fairmont Bab Al Bahr InterContinental Abu Dhabi Le Méridien Abu Dhabi Radisson Blu Hotel, Abu Dhabi Yas Island Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche

ABU DHABI'S LEADING CONFERENCE HOTEL 2018 Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi Eastern Mangroves Hotel & Spa by Anantara Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi Fairmont Bab Al Bahr Hilton Abu Dhabi InterContinental Abu Dhabi Jumeirah at Etihad Towers Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi

ABU DHABI'S LEADING BUSINESS TRAVEL AGENCY 2018 Abu Dhabi Travel Bureau Bin Moosa Travel Nirvana Travel & Tourism Omeir Travel Agency

ABU DHABI'S LEADING HOTEL 2018 Bab Al Qasr Hotel Fairmont Bab Al Bahr Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island InterContinental Abu Dhabi Jumeirah at Etihad Towers Rosewood Abu Dhabi Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche The St. Regis Abu Dhabi Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi

ABU DHABI'S LEADING CHAUFFEUR COMPANY 2018 Ahdab International Luxury Transport German Rent A Car Prime Drive ABU DHABI'S LEADING CITY HOTEL 2018 Eastern Mangroves Hotel & Spa by Anantara Fairmont Bab Al Bahr Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island Grand Millennium Al Wahda

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GUAYAQUIL TO HOST WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS ON 2018 GRAND TOUR Guayaquil, Ecuador, has opened its arms to the industry leading event as host of the Latin American Ceremony Guayaquil is the gateway to the unique Galapagos Islands and offers its own city experience as unforgettable as the famed ecological destination. It sits on the border of the Guayas River, with an estuary that gives access to the Pacific Ocean, and is nestled amid remarkable scenes of natural vegetation, mangroves, tropical flowers, and regional fauna. Thanks in part to its perfect blend of exotic beauty and modern-day

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Gloria Gallardo, president of Guayaquil Tourist Board, indicated: “It is a real honour to welcome the major players of the tourist industry in the region to our city. Representatives from cities, airlines, hotels, and tour operators, all of whom have performed outstandingly this year in

Thanks to a massive regeneration project of the public squares, parks and urban areas, Guayaquil also boasts a five-kilometre waterfront (Malecón Simón Bolivar), attractions ranging from historical monuments, churches, local artisan markets, and botanical gardens, to a new Ferris wheel and several museums, as well as the newly added harbour and promenade of Port Santa Ana. Guayaquil is famous for its original cuisine, at the forefront of Ecuador’s developing gastronomy, as well as offering family entertainment, fun activities, history, and culture. Also in town is a bustling business and commerce environment. Not for nothing has it received the title of South America’s Leading Business Travel Destination at World Travel Awards for the past two years straight.

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Gallardo added: “Even though we will be hosting the Latin American World Travel Awards in September, Guayaquil boasts an unparalleled mixture of warm hospitality, tropical beauty, modern-day services, and hot climate all-year round.

“Guayaquil is your destination to visit, travel and enjoy. We’re sure you’ll fall in love with it and hopefully return. We’ll always welcome you with open arms and make sure you have unforgettable experiences in our city. Guayaquil, the Pearl of the Pacific, welcomes you!”

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a Manga Club, the award winning luxury sports and leisure resort, is located in Murcia, Spain, on the sunny south-eastern Costa Cálida, or “warm coast”, under three hours’ flight from most cities in Europe to the nearby Alicante and Murcia San Javier airports.

The warm, sunny weather of this Mediterranean resort makes it ideal for sports, luxury golf breaks, tennis holidays, short breaks and family holidays at any time of year.

You’ll find luxury five-star facilities and lots of different leisure options, including golf, tennis, swimming, fitness, squash, paddle tennis, cricket, football, rugby, pitch & putt, crazy golf, road and mountain biking, jogging and walking routes.

You could also relax in our luxury Wellness Centre or on the beach, explore the beautiful unspoilt countryside or soak up the local culture, architecture, fiestas, festivals and history in the nearby cities of Cartagena and Murcia, both of which also offer excellent shopping.

La Manga Club offers you a wide choice of deluxe accommodation to suit your needs: The luxury 5 star Hotel La Manga Club Príncipe Felipe is located right next to two of the resort’s three 18-hole championship golf courses. The superbly comfortable 4-star serviced Panoramic Rooms or self-catering, townhouses and apartments at Las Lomas Village, very close to the Wellness Centre, are specially designed to offer you the convenience of self-catering or a convivial atmosphere for sports groups or groups of friends or family. Or you could choose to rent a holiday villa or apartment in one of the resort’s village-style communities.

Complemented by world-class sports facilities, including 3 golf courses, 28 tennis courts and 8 professional football pitches, our conference and meetings facilities make La Manga Club the perfect venue for conferences, incentives, corporate events and sports training camps.

Afterwards, La Manga Club offers a wide range of top quality cuisine in its many restaurants – the choice includes Spanish, Mediterranean, Asian, Indian, tapas and seafood restaurants amongst others – or enjoy the nightlife in the bars on resort.

Near La Manga Club, the Mediterranean and Mar Menor Sea are perfect for water sports such as sailing, windsurfing, parasailing, kite surfing, water skiing and more. The nearby marine reserve is one of the best scuba diving sites in Spain. Nature lovers are sure to enjoy the neighbouring Calblanque Natural Park with its beautiful scenery, mountains, beaches, dunes and wide variety of plants, wildlife and birds – a real treat for ornithology enthusiasts.

La Manga Club also provides you the best environment for spending time together as a family, taking part in the many events and activities, making new friends at our junior academies, or enjoying some quality time with just the two of you while your children are having fun at the Junior Club.

You will also find an unparalleled setting for the most special occasions and celebrations: bespoke weddings, renewals of vows, anniversaries or birthdays.

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f you love golf and dream of playing on beautiful, top quality courses in an ideal, year-round climate, La Manga Club, in Murcia, Spain is the perfect golf destination.

With a choice of three superb, 18-hole championship courses, each with its own unique style and terrain, a Par 47 course and first-rate practice facilities, there is something to challenge you, whatever your age and whatever your level.

If you want to learn how to play golf or improve your skills, La Manga Club is just the right place as well.

Our golf academy provides group and private tuition of the highest standards for all levels, from complete beginners to the most experienced players, as well as special junior golf academy courses for children

and teens.

Over its 40 years of history, the resort has hosted many top-level international golf tournaments and tour qualifying schools including five Spanish Opens; the European Ladies Team Championship; Spanish PGA, Seniors’, Ladies’ and Junior Championships; Ladies European Tour Q-School; and the World Corporate Golf Challenge, as well as countless corporate, celebrity and charity golf events.

Whether you are fine-tuning your technique, organizing a golf clinic or simply coming to enjoy your favorite sport, La Manga Club offers a truly diverse and unique golfing experience. Look no further for your next golf holiday, golfing break or corporate golf event!

the la manga club courses Each of La Manga Club’s three 18-hole championship courses has been designed to offer you a unique challenge, playing over different terrain in varied but always beautiful and tranquil surroundings, all no more than a “short putt” from your accommodation. And if you want to work on your short game, the picturesque 18-hole Par 47 course is just the place.

south Course

18 holes, par 73 Designer: Robert D. Putman / Arnold Palmer

Originally designed by Robert Putman in 1971 and subsequently remodelled in 1992 by Arnold Palmer, La Manga Club's South Course was completely refurbished in 2004.

The Championship course at La Manga Club, the South, is probably one of the fairest tests of golf one can find. At 6,499 metres from the White Tees, whilst being accepted as a top-calibre championship course, also provides a thorough test both for the scratch player and right across the handicap range.

Located in the centre of the valley, with wide palm-fringed fairways and water hazards that come into play on 15 of the 18 holes, the South Course holds few hidden dangers.

north Course

18 holes, par 71 Designer: Robert D. Putman

An undulating championship course sprawling between palm trees, lakes and 'barrancas'. These natural storm gullies feature on all three golf courses and add an extra dimension to the game.

Slightly shorter than the South, with tighter fairways and larger greens, the North Course offers a different, yet no less challenging, round of golf. A feature of the greens, all built to USGA specification, is the amount of movement incorporated in them, none more so than the short Par 3, 2nd, which has three distinct plateaux - a great test of putting. Relying on precision rather than length, an added challenge is provided by the wide variety of water hazards and 'barrancas' that snake their way through the course.

west Course

18 holes, par 72 Designer: Dave Thomas

Set amid serene pine woodlands, the West Course's design closely follows the natural contours of the undulating land. Its distinct character makes it a good alternative to the other, more classical championship courses.

It is a deceiving course, with frequent changes in elevation with which to contend. The tight front nine demands accurate driving to avoid the 'barrancas' (natural storm gullies) while the back nine, up amongst the hills, is more open but nonetheless challenging.

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If there is one thing that defines La Manga Club, it is our unparalleled sports facilities.

Covering an area of around 1,400 acres, the resort’s awardwinning facilities include three 18-hole golf courses, a 28-court tennis centre, eight FIFAapproved football pitches and modern cricket amenities.

If that wasn’t enough, La Manga Club boasts an array of four and five-star accommodation, a luxury wellness centre, a Junior Club, a beach cove and more than 15 bars and restaurants – plus one of the best climates in Europe.

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