Rabat, Morocco. Photo: Travel Daily News
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* Securing hosting rights for the World Travel Awards Grand Final is just the latest coup for Morocco, which has been able to use its reputation as one of the most politically stable destinations in the region to significantly increase its tourism revenue in recent years. *
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Travel Daily News, by Vicky Karantzavelou (Dubai, UAE, May 8, 2014) — Morocco has been unveiled as the host for the World Travel Awards Grand Final 2014, 2015 and 2016 following the signing of a three-year hosting agreement during a ceremony hosted at Arabian Travel Market. The announcement was made at the press conference jointly hosted by World Travel Awards President Graham Cooke, Moroccan Minister of Tourism, Dr. Lahcen Haddad, and Mohammed Arkobi, Chairman of Innovate Marketing Solutions.
Speaking at the event World Travel Awards President Graham Cooke said: “This is a momentous day for World Travel Awards and for the Moroccan tourism industry. Morocco is the ideal destination for World Travel Awards; growing rapidly to become the leading tourism destination in the region. There is so much to offer, from the beaches of Agadir, to the splendor of the Atlas Mountains, and the cosmopolitan chic of downtown Rabat.” […]
Morocco Tourism Minister Dr. Lahcen Haddad added: “Morocco is an enchanting, hospitable land full of mystery, wonder and cultural richness. One of North Africa’s top tourist destinations, its dusty deserts, snow-capped Atlas Mountains, medieval medinas, and pristine beaches continue to delight and amaze visitors. Hosting the World Travel Awards Grand Final will be a defining event in enhancing the awareness of the Kingdom of Morocco among the most powerful leaders of the travel and hospitality industry.”
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