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Swiss International Holiday Exhibition, Edition 2009, is proud to present the very awaited tourism prizes, the Swiss Tourism Awards.
From 29th October to 1st November, at the Exhibition Centre in Lugano, the awarded destinations will show off their best tourism offers, their culture and traditions.
The numerous and very interested public coming from Switzerland and North Italy will have a wonderful trip through the 24 selected and prestigious destinations coming from all over the world: form Maldives to African Continent, through Portugal, Classic Europe and East Europe to the Mediterranean Countries.
Category “Natural Paradises”
Municipality of Antalya – Turkey
“Best Turkish holiday resort in Mediterranean region”
Kinondoni Municipal Council – Tanzania
“Ideal tourism destination with unspoiled nature and wonderful beaches”
Municipality of Litomerice – Czech Republic
“A precious flower in the garden of Bohemia”
Maldives Tourism Promotion Board
“A handful of white sand spread in the crystal blue waters of the Indian Ocean”
Motheo District Municipality – Zambia
“The Eden for nature lovers”
Category “Water Cities”
Augustòw – Poland
“The Venice of the North”
Municipality of Novo Mesto – Slovenia
“Best River-City in Slovenia”
Municipality of Vlore – Albania
“A jewel overlooking the Albanian Riviera”
Category “Cultural Destinations”
Municipality of Banskà Bystrica – Slovakia
“The cultural pearl of central Slovakia”
Municipality of Olomuc – Czech Republic
“Ancient town of great culture, rich history and unique crafts traditions”
Municipality of Shkodra – Albania
“Charming Albanian town, rich in history”
Municipality of Krakow – Poland
“City wrapped in legend, that combines tradition with modernity”
Municipality of Ulcinj – Montenegro
“Best Multicultural Destination in Montenegro”
Category “Avant-garde Destination”
Municipality of Bitola – Macedonia
“A forward-looking town with a significant past”
Category “Wine & Food Destination”
Municipality of Safranbolu – Turkey
“City of Saffron, resort with great inclination to tourism”
Category “Destinations to be Discovered”
Municipality of Sighisoara – Romania
“The medieval jewel in Romania”
Municipality of Tsumeb – Namibia
“Fascinating town with tremendous tourism potential”
Municipality of Caransebes – Romania
“The pearl of Transylvania, with unique folklore”
Municipality of Elbasan – Albania
“Ancient Ottoman City of Albania”
Zululand District Municipality – South Africa
“A unique African dream”
Category “Folklore & Music Destination”
Municipality of Viana do Castelo – Portugal
“Portuguese Folklore Capital”
Category “Heritage Destination”
Municipality of Botosani – Romania
“Warm heart of Romanian culture, hometown of numerous geniuses”
Category “Sport and Adventure”
Cacadu District Municipality – South Africa
“An adventurous experience surrounded by amazing nature”
Municipality of Karlstad – Sweden
“Sunny City, Swedish Rally destination” |
