Tanzania is gearing up to host the World Travel Awards (WTA) Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony on June 28, 2025, at the Johari Rotana. This prestigious event will bring together top travel and tourism leaders from across the region for an evening of recognition, celebration, and invaluable networking.
The Dar es Salaam ceremony officially launches WTA’s Grand Tour 2025, a global series of gala events celebrating excellence in the travel and hospitality industry. Following Tanzania, the tour will stop in Cancun, Saint Lucia, Hong Kong, Sardinia, and Dubai, before culminating in the Grand Finale in Bahrain.
The World Travel Awards, established in 1993, have earned global recognition as the ultimate hallmark of quality in the travel and tourism sector. Often dubbed the “Oscars of the travel industry,” the WTA rigorously acknowledges, rewards, and celebrates excellence across all sectors. The awards cover a vast array of categories, from airlines and airports to hotels, resorts, tour operators, and destination marketing organizations.
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Tanzania’s moment to shine
Graham Cooke, Founder of the World Travel Awards, expressed his honour at Tanzania’s role as the Official Host Destination. “The decision reflects why Tanzania is one of Africa’s fastest-growing tourist nations and continues to set records for economic contribution and visitor spend,” he stated.
Ephraim Mafuru, Director General of the Tanzania Tourist Board, echoed this excitement, emphasizing the unique opportunity to showcase Tanzania’s “breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cultures, and world-class hospitality” to a global audience.
As Dar es Salaam prepares to host the 2025 gala, attendees can anticipate an engaging mix of celebration, unparalleled networking opportunities, and a deep dive into the warm, authentic Tanzanian hospitality.
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