The Association of Travel Marketing Executives has named the winners of its 28th Annual ATLAS Awards, which will be given on June 12 in Las Vegas. The award honors and promotes leaders and innovators
within the travel industry who have displayed breakthrough thinking and leadership specifically in marketing.
New to the 2008 Awards is the Top Marketer Category, which recognizes people
behind successful marketing initiatives and strategies. This year's recipients are Kirk Thompson of Hilton Hotels and Joanne Smith of Delta Airlines.
Inspiration, given to companies who have
done something good to benefit others or the world: CTO Foundation
Innovation, presented by Las Vegas Convention & Visitors Authority: Red Rock Resort/Station Casinos
Outstanding Woman in
Travel, presented by American Airlines: Beverly Nicholson-Doty
Green Innovation: Kimpton Hotel & Restaurant Group
Best Cruise Line Branding: Norwegian Cruise Line
Best Branding:
International Destination: Dubai
Best Overall Branding: Travelocity
Best Hotel Branding: Residence Inn Marriott
Best Airline Branding: Singapore Airlines
Best Branding, Airline Launch:
Virgin America
Best Destination Branding: California Tourism
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