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Tourism Authority of Thailand
Award: 2009 Travel Writer of the Year
Website: http://www.thailand.net.au/
Thailand, with its rich cultural heritage and landscapes of great natural beauty, is truly a land of dazzling variety. From the bustling excitement of its great capital to the forests and mist-shrouded mountains of the north and white-sand beaches and tropical islands of the South, the Land of Smiles offers a kaleidoscope of sights and sounds.
Into this enviable mix of holiday magic, sprinkle designer label shopping in shimmering glass malls, bargain haggling on the sidewalks of every city, town and village in the Kingdom; hotels, resorts and spas at a fraction of the cost of many parts of the world; a vast range of adventure holidays from white-water-rafting to rock-climbing and elephant treks and culinary experiences to leave the taste-buds reeling.
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Macau Government Tourism Office
Award: 2009 Travel Photographer of the Year
Website: http://www.macautourism.gov.mo/
Macau is a unique destination, one that preserves a multi-cultural heritage alongside state-of-the-art tourist facilities and a full calendar of festivals, sports competitions and special events all year around.
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California Tourism
Award: Best Responsible Tourism Story
Website: www.visitcalifornia.com.au
California! The name evokes images of bronzed bodies and golden beaches, of iconic bridges and fun-filled theme parks. When most people think of California, the cities of Los Angeles and San Francisco spring to mind. But there is so much more to this incredibly diverse state.
Just a few hours from these bustling hubs you can indulge in the hedonistic pleasures of the Napa and Sonoma Valleys or wrap your arms around the world’s biggest trees in Sequoia National Park. Surf some of the best waves in the world along its 1,913 kilometre coastline and ski fantastic powder snow on the same day. Indulge in the clear desert landscapes around Palm Springs, hike through magnificent Yosemite National Park or cruise the curves of Highway One.
Catch the Californian vibe today.
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Crown Towers
Award: Best Image Taken in Australia
Website: www.crowntowers.com.au
Crown Towers has recently completed the first phase of a $60 million enhancement project including the extensive refurbishment of the hotel’s rooms, suites and lobbies. The entire enhancement will be complete by September 2009.
Crown Promenade Hotel was recently named best deluxe hotel in Victoria for the third year in a row at the Melbourne Airport Tourism Awards and was inducted into the Hall of Fame.
Both Crown Towers and Crown Promenade Hotel won awards at the Victorian Australian Hotels Association awards held in Melbourne on Friday 15 May. Crown Towers was named best deluxe accommodation hotel of the year while Crown Promenade Hotel was named best superior accommodation hotel of the year.
Crown’s third hotel is being built at the rate of one new floor every 6 days and is scheduled to open in early 2010.
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Fraser Suites
Award: Best International Story Over 1,000 Words
Website: http://sydney.frasershospitality.com/
Fraser Suites Sydney is an award winning all-suite hotel strategically located in the heart of Sydney. Featuring studios, one and two bedroom deluxe suites and stunning duplex penthouses embodied in a striking glass tower that transforms the city skyline.
Design elements throughout are infused with warmth and modern furnishings evoking a sense of Manhattan style that appeals to the discerning guest. The décor is complimented by exceptional amenities including a mezzanine lounge, an inspiring leisure centre featuring a spa, sauna, lap pool and spacious gymnasium.
Guests can immerse themselves in Sydney’s kaleidoscope of chic shopping, entertainment venues, visitor attractions, restaurants and corporate headquarters, all within an easy walk of Fraser Suites Sydney.
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Helen Wong’s Tours
Award: Best Image Taken Overseas
Website: www.helenwongstours.com
With a range of wonderfully diverse travel alternatives, Helen Wong’s Tours has spread its wings to offer an even wider choice of itineraries, designed for those who want to enjoy not only the customs, charms and breathtaking landscapes but also the country’s contemporary innovations. Our superb range of travel options not only covers the highlights of China but also provides an insight into this magical land and its fascinating way of life.
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Holidays for Couples
Award: Best International Tourism Organisation
Website: www.holidaysforcouples.com.au
From romantic getaways and honeymoons to luxury weekends away and major overseas trips, Holidays for Couples covers them all. Featuring in-depth editorial guides to a range of destinations both within Australia and overseas, it is a complete travel resource for couples of all ages.
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Langham Hotels International
Award: Best Travel Photograph of the Year – New in 2009
Website: www.Langhamhotels.com
Langham Hotels International (LHI) enjoys a legendary hotel heritage dating back to 1865 when opened as Europe’s first grand hotel. Today, it offers guests three distinct brands.
The Langham is where guests can be enchanted by rich traditions and elegant innovations, and savour Langham’s signature ‘service with poise’, while Langham Place is about enjoying stimulating hospitality, with 21st century design, technology and attitude. Eaton, a premium four-star affiliated property, aims to surprise with a value-for-money proposition that delivers stylish, modern comfort alongside spirited, can-do service.
Langham Hotels International currently has 15 hotels, including affiliates, open or in the pipeline across four continents.
Langham hotels have long been a patron of the arts and artists and indeed home to many with a roll call that includes distinguished men of letters from Mark Twain and Arthur Conan Doyle to Oscar Wilde. Its hotels feature original artwork which has earned one of its hotels the moniker of the best art gallery masquerading as a hotel.
In recognition of the excellence achieved by the winner of the portrait photography category, Langham Hotels International is pleased to offer a complimentary three nights stay at any Langham property including breakfast to the winner.
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Preferred Hotel Group
Award: Best Australian Story Over 1,000 Words
Website: www.preferredhotels.com
Preferred Hotel Group™ is proud to be celebrating 40 years as global leader in the hospitality industry, delivering high-performance sales, marketing, and technology solutions to 600+ independent hotels and resorts in more than 65 countries. Its family of brands represents a collection of the finest hotels in the world and includes Preferred Hotels® & Resorts, Preferred Boutique™, Summit Hotels & Resorts™, and Sterling Hotels™ and now Historic Hotels of America. In addition, Preferred offers sophisticated membership programs like the Preferred Golf Club™ and I Prefer™ Guest Benefit Program.
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Small Luxury Hotels
Award: Best Australian Story Under 1,000 Words, Best International Story Under 1,000 Words & Travel Book of the Year
Website: www.slh.com
The Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) brand is an unrivalled portfolio of some of the world’s finest small independent hotels including The Goring in London, L’Hotel in Paris, Pacific Resort Aitutaki in the Cook Islands and, closer to home, The Louise, a culinary haven in the heart of the Barossa Valley wine region. SLH’s Thailand collection includes 19 stunning hotels ranging from city sanctuaries, tranquil beach resorts and exclusive island hideaways including S15 Sukhumvit Hotel in Bangkok, Sri Panwa on Phuket’s South-Eastern tip and Anantara Golden Triangle in Chiang Rai.
Comprising over 500 hotels in more than 70 countries, the diversity of the individual hotels, and the experiences that they offer, is exceptional. From cutting-edge design hotels to palatial 17th century mansions, city centre sanctuaries to remote private islands, historic country houses to idyllic resorts, with Small Luxury Hotels of the World you will encounter only the very best.
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Travmedia.com
Award: Communicator of the Year
Website: www.travmedia.com
Travmedia.com is the leading worldwide online travel information bureau pioneering as one of the most sophisticated and rigorous systems available. Travmedia.com embraces new technology allowing journalists to operate from anywhere in the world, as if they were in there own office. With simple Internet technology any journalist or industry official can download the latest media releases, photographs and industry-specific information.
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Virgin Blue Airways
Award: Best Trade/Industry Story & Best Regional Tourism Body
Website: www.virginblue.com.au
Fly with Virgin Blue, Australia’s multi-award winning low fare airline that is big on service and low on price.
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Monitoring and gaining access to your funds while travelling abroad has never been easier, thanks to the range of traveller-friendly products and services available from Visa.
Visa enjoys unsurpassed acceptance around the world and is part of the world’s largest global ATM network, offering local currency cash access in over 170 countries. Better still, by using Visa ATMs you receive Visa's foreign exchange rates, meaning the hardest part of your international journey will be figuring out which card is right for you.
Are you a budget-conscious traveller with a set holiday budget, who wants to maintain ultimate control over your holiday finances?
Visa Prepaid cards can be pre-loaded with holiday funds in foreign currencies including US or New Zealand dollars, British Pounds and Euros – so you can finalise your holiday budget before you even step foot on a plane. By changing money before departure, budget conscious travellers can also ensure they won’t be hit with unexpected exchange rates when away.
Are you looking to spend money direct from your bank account, but do you wish that didn’t involve carrying cash or travellers cheques?
Visa Debit cards allow you to pay for purchases in Australia and overseas directly from your bank account. Visa Debit is accepted at millions of locations worldwide - giving you purchasing power while you are travelling.
Do you require access to a line of credit while on holiday, and feel comfortable repaying your holiday afterwards?
All travellers can enjoy the convenience, security and reliability of Visa Credit cards. From renting a car to securing hotel reservations, Visa credit cards are recognised and accepted by merchants all over the world, both on and offline.
For more information go to www.visa.com.au
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Vroom Vroom Vroom Car Rental
Award: Best Travel Journey
Website: www.vroomvroomvroom.com.au
Think of Vroom Vroom Vroom as a hard bargaining agent for car rental and hire. From one easy location you can compare, pick and choose and often we have specials and deals that are not available elsewhere. Our Price Promise is guaranteed.
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