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In a recent poll when eTurboNews asked readers about their favorite personality in the travel and tourism industry, so far the number one person named is Taleb Rifai, Secretary General of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). It was pointed out this was for his work that has brought world leaders from the world of tourism together as was never seen before.
Taleb Rifai
Number two is not surprisingly an eTN favorite, the Minister of Tourism from the Seychelles, Alain St.Ange. His knowledge of tourism as an industry and his eloquence and friendly nature have made him a favorite tourism minister. He remains a person who is today seen as a sought-after speaker at tourism conferences all across the globe.
Alain St.Ange
Number three is Hiran Cooray, Chairman of Jetwing Hotels in Sri Lanka. Hiran is the immediate past President of the Tourist Hotels Association of Sri Lanka, and past Chairman of the PATA Sri Lanka Chapter. He is presently on the board of Small Luxury Hotels of the World representing the Asia Pacific region.
Hiran Cooray
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