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Batumi and World Travel Awards reveal itinerary for Europe Gala Ceremony 2023
31.08.2023 - 06:27 / breakingtravelnews.com / Graham Cooke
Europe’s new tourism hotspot, Batumi, Georgia and World Travel Awards (WTA) have unveiled details of the landmark 30th anniversary Europe Gala Ceremony 2023. The magnificent city will host the leading travel industry figureheads from across the continent for a three-day itinerary, culminating in the red-carpet banquet reception on 29 September.
The complimentary business and social itinerary will enable World Travel Awards 2023 winners to discover Europe’s most exciting emerging city destination. Highlights include a VIP invitation to Batumi International Travel Forum, a gourmet welcome dinner and concert, plus a choice of unforgettable sight-seeing trips.
Capital of the autonomous Ajara region, Batumi enjoys an enviable all-season climate on the shores of the Black Sea, with a backdrop of the magnificent snow-capped Ajara Mountains.
A multitude of flights to Batumi, as well as neighbouring travel hubs, from airports across Europe are available. There will a special WTA fast-track gate on arrival and complimentary both way airport transfers for all guests from the main Georgian international airports. Five luxury partner hotels are offering exceptional rates for all WTA winners. Single rooms with breakfast for US$100 a night (US$120 for doubles), typically one third of the usual rate. Visit WTA’s website for travel and accommodation details.
Graham Cooke, Founder, WTA, says: “One of the rising stars of tourism, Batumi is a fascinating destination that everyone should visit. The three-day itinerary will give our WTA winners an excellent opportunity to discover this magnificent city, and its many new experiences and opportunities. I am delighted Batumi will form a crucial part of our special 30th anniversary Grand Tour. I look forward to joining the most senior travel industry figureheads from across Europe for what promises to be an historic event that will last long in everyone’s memory.”
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Tornike Rijvadze, Chairman, Government of Ajara Autonomous Republic, says: “We are honoured to host the 30th anniversary of World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony, in Batumi, Georgia. It is a privilege to welcome tourism leaders from around the world. We are proud to have you here with us, grateful for the opportunity of building together a greater future for our tourism industry and delighted to share with you the very best of Georgian hospitality.”
Itinerary
Visit Batumi and World Travel Awards have organised an exciting and complimentary social, business and sightseeing itinerary exclusively for WTA 2023 winners. Each aspect of the menu is optional and complimentary.
28 September
10:00-15:00 VIP invitation to Batumi International Tourism Forum with networking lunch.
16:00-19:00 Sightseeing tour of
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