WTTC Calls for Entries for 2008 Tourism for Tomorrow Awards
“Travel & Tourism can be (and in an increasing number of destinations already is) a catalyst for economic prosperity, nurturing the natural and cultural environment.” Says the WTTC, inviting those who adopt in these principles to participate in the 2008 Tourism for Tomorrow Awards said to be the highest accolade in sustainable tourism.
There are four categories for entry, allowing for applications from tourism destinations, businesses and organizations. The categories are:
Destination Award : for destinations of any size which show a commitment to responsible tourism development
Conservation Award : for any tourism organization committed to the protection of natural heritage
Investor in People Award : for any tourism organization which shows a commitment to human resource development and local community involvement
Global Tourism Business Award : for a tourism business of at least 200 employees operating in more than one destination which demonstrates responsible tourism practices
The deadline for entries is 5 December, 2007 followed by a rigorous judging process carried out by international tourism experts, including on-site verifications. Winners and finalists will be invited to attend a special ceremony during the 8 th Global Travel & Tourism Summit held in Dubai in spring 2008, where they will receive their awards in front of government and industry leaders as well as international media. ?
?WTTC Chairman Geoffrey Kent said, “WTTC is proud to be the steward of the Tourism for Tomorrow Awards and to honour businesses and destinations who set an exemplary standard in responsible Travel & Tourism development across the world. I would encourage all those in our industry, both public and private sector decision-makers, to participate and champion the principles set out by the Tourism for Tomorrow Awards”
The Awards are endorsed by the Members of the World Travel & Tourism Council and sponsored by leading Travel & Tourism organizations, including Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, Reed Travel Exhibitions, Adventure in Travel Expo, BEST Education Network, Sustainable Travel International, Rainforest Alliance and World Heritage Alliance. Media sponsors include BBC World, National Geographic Adventure, Telegraph Media Group, TTN Middle East, Travelmole and E-TurboNews.
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