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23rd Edition Sees Hilton Worldwide Properties and Brands Scoop Six Awards
Aqaba, Jordan – DoubleTree By Hilton Aqaba has been recognised as Jordan’s Leading Hotel for the fourth time at the 23rd edition of the prestigious World Travel Awards, recognised across the globe as the most prominent and comprehensive benchmark for excellence in the industry.
At the 2016 Middle East Gala Ceremony, held in Dubai, UAE on 29 September, DoubleTree By Hilton Aqaba scooped one of six awards won by Hilton Worldwide properties and brands, as voted for by travel and tourism professionals globally.
Sherif Darwish, hotel manager, DoubleTree By Hilton Aqaba, said, “We are honoured to have been recognised by the World Travel Awards 2016, especially for the fourth consecutive year. This recognition is testament to our commitment to excellence and to providing an exceptional guest experience, and is a reflection of DoubleTree By Hilton Aqaba’s exceptional team members and facilities.”
Hilton Worldwide was recognised in the following categories at the 2016 World Travel Awards for the Middle East:
- Fujairah’s Leading Resort: Hilton Fujairah Resort
- Jordan’s Leading Hotel: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Aqaba
- Ras Al Khaimah’s Leading Resort: Hilton Al Hamra Beach & Golf Resort
- Ras Al Khaimah’s Leading Hotel: DoubleTree by Hilton Ras Al Khaimah
- Saudi Arabia’s Leading Business Hotel: Waldorf Astoria Jeddah – Qasr Al Sharq
- United Arab Emirates’s Leading Beach Resort: Hilton Al Hamra Beach & Golf Resort
The prominent World Travel Awards, established in 1993 to acknowledge, reward and celebrate excellence in the sector, have become a key global institution of the industry, and is recognised as the ultimate hallmark of quality worldwide.
More information on the categories and winners of the World Travel Awards 2016 can be found at https://www.worldtravelawards.com/winners/2016
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About DoubleTree by Hilton Aqaba
The DoubleTree by Hilton Aqaba, influenced by contemporary Italian design and boasting spacious guest rooms and suites with a long list of upscale guest room amenities overlooks the Red Sea’s Gulf of Aqaba on the southern coastal tip of Jordan. Our upscale, full service hotel in Aqaba City Center is conveniently situated in the heart of the business district, a short walk to the sea shore and all major shopping areas.
About Hilton
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company, comprising more than 4,700 managed, franchised, owned and leased hotels and timeshare properties with over 775,000 rooms in 104 countries and territories. For 97 years, Hilton has been dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences. The company's portfolio of 13 world-class global brands includes Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Canopy by Hilton, Curio - A Collection by Hilton, DoubleTree by Hilton, Embassy Suites by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton by Hilton, Tru by Hilton, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand Vacations. The company also manages an award-winning customer loyalty program, Hilton HHonors®. Hilton HHonors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to benefits including an exclusive member discount, free standard Wi-Fi, as well as digital amenities that are available exclusively through the industry-leading Hilton HHonors app, where Hilton HHonors members can check-in, choose their room, and access their room using a Digital Key. Visit news.hiltonworldwide.com for more information .
© Press Release 2016
