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A campaign aimed at jeopardising the New Zealand tourism industry serves as a “wake-up call” to protect a critically endangered dolphin species, the organiser says. More >

Avis Car Rental has been recognized as the top “Tourist Transport Operator” in India for 2010-2011 by the prestigious National Tourism Awards. Established by India’s Ministry of Tourism, the National Tourism Award is widely considered to be the country’s most coveted prize in India’s travel industry. More >

Tequila Avion®, the defining ultra-premium tequila, firmly established itself as the world’s highest quality tequila and the best white spirit in the world by taking home top honors at the prestigious 2012 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. More >

Omran is spearheading the latest initiative to promote Muscat as the Arab Tourism Capital for 2012. Organised in partnership with the Ministry of Tourism and Friendship Arabia Expeditions, the 11-day tour kicked off from Manama (Bahrain) on April 1 and will cover seven other cities — Doha, Abu Dhabi, Al Buraimi, Dubai, Ras al Khaimah and Musandam before arriving in Muscat. More >

The best airline food — if it’s not an oxymoron — can be found in an unexpected place. A panel of international travellers has named Turkish Airlines as having the best airline food. More >