Fettah Tamince, the pioneering founder and Chairman of the Board of Rixos Hotels, has been honored with the prestigious "TUI Special Award." Presented by TUI CEO Sebastian Ebel at the TUI Global Hotel Awards 2024, the ceremony was held at the Westhafen Event & Convention Center in Berlin. Tamince's innovative luxury hotel concepts and sustainability projects were recognized, making him a revered figure in the tourism industry.
TUI CEO Sebastian Ebel lauded Tamince's tireless passion for redefining holiday experiences. Known globally for his inventive hotel concepts and eco-friendly initiatives, Tamince is a key influencer in shaping the future of tourism both in Turkey and beyond. Ebel described him as a visionary leader, philanthropist, and esteemed colleague who has set new benchmarks in the tourism sector.
Rixos Hotels is not just a vacation spot; it significantly contributes to job creation and regional and national economic growth. One of Tamince's standout projects, Tersane Istanbul, aims to revitalize the Bosphorus district, evolving it into a future tourist hub. Additionally, Tamince's role as the Chairman of the Board of Trustees at Antalya Bilim University underscores his commitment to education. Over 150,000 TUI guests annually enjoy vacations at Rixos properties, a number that is steadily increasing.
Several hotels received recognition at the TUI Global Hotel Awards 2024. Here's a closer look at the top winners:
Best Hotel for TUI Germany, Austria, and Switzerland markets: Hotel Tigaiga
Best Hotel for TUI Poland market: Hotel Kalithea Mare Palace
Best Hotel for TUI UK and Ireland: Hotel Casa Blu
Best Hotel for TUI Scandinavia: TUI BLUE Barut Andiz
Best Hotel for TUI Netherlands: Rixos Sharm El Sheikh Adults Only
Best Hotel for TUI Belgium: TUI BLUE Palm Garden
Best City Hotel: H10 Casa de la Plata
Best Hotel for Road Travel: Hotel Enzian
Best Hotel for Spain, Portugal, and West Africa: Hotel Fariones
Best Hotel for Eastern Mediterranean and North Africa: Lindos Blu Luxury Hotel & Suites
Best Long-Haul Hotel: TUI BLUE Olhuveli Romance
Best Hotel TUI BLUE: TUI BLUE Sensatori Akra Fethiye
TUI Carbon Reduction Award: TUI BLUE Montafon
TUI Care Foundation Award: GRECOTEL Caramel Boutique Resort
TUI Care Foundation Award: GRECOTEL Creta Palace
World's Best Hotel: Lindos Blu Luxury Hotel & Suites
The foundation of Fettah Tamince's success is his innovative luxury hotel concepts and pioneering sustainability projects. He consistently pushes the boundaries, delivering holiday experiences that meet global tourist demands. His strategy also emphasizes social responsibility, creating employment opportunities and bolstering local economies. Under his leadership, Rixos Hotels offers remarkable experiences to guests from around the globe.
At the TUI Global Hotel Awards 2024, numerous impressive hotels were honored. For example, Hotel Tigaiga was recognized for the Germany, Austria, and Switzerland markets, while Hotel Casa Blu earned accolades for the UK and Ireland markets. Lindos Blu Luxury Hotel & Suites was acclaimed as the world's best hotel. These award-winning properties excel in innovation and sustainability, providing premier guest services.
Led by Fettah Tamince, the Tersane Istanbul project is an urban transformation initiative aimed at rejuvenating Bakırköy's Bosphorus district. This project seeks to revitalize the area, making it a future tourist destination. It promotes social and economic development, enhancing the region's economic framework. The project will create new business and commercial areas, elevating Istanbul's tourism appeal.
Born in 1972 in Van Çaldıran, Fettah Tamince is the Chairman of the Board of Rixos Hotels and Sembol İnşaat. He is a prominent Turkish entrepreneur with international achievements. Educated in Antalya and Germany, he started his business ventures during university. Today, his companies extend into multiple sectors, including tourism, hotel investments, construction, energy, and education. Under his leadership, Rixos Hotels manages 27 hotels across various countries including Turkey, Kazakhstan, Switzerland, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Russia, and Croatia.