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42 AROUND THE WORLD STAND OUT STANDS © Messe Berlin GmbH Malaysia – Truly Asia With Malaysia named as Official ITB Partner Country 2019, the nation already hosted a colourful, exciting booth at this year’s event. Malaysia – two countries in one, split by the South China Sea. The multicultural peninsula melds pieces of Malaysian, Chinese and Indian culture. Penang was under the spotlight - a fascinating fusion of West and East, embracing modernity while retaining its traditions and old-world charm. © Messe Berlin GmbH Maldives Very impressive – the Maldives stand. Specks of emerald green enveloped by dazzling turquoise waters like scattered beads in the ocean; white powdery beaches, tall palms lean on towards the sea, crystalline white sands giving way to crystal clear waters, shades of turquoise blend flawlessly with deeper hues of blue; pristine coral reefs and some of the most incredible underwater life on our planet. Rising from the deep blue of the vast expanse of the Indian Ocean are more than a thousand islands and thousands more reefs that form the Maldives. ITB BERLIN NEWS • Wednesday 21 st March 2018 www.itb-berlin-news.com
STAND OUT STANDS AROUND THE WORLD 43 © Messe Berlin GmbH Sharjah - My Destination The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority was again at the forefront of promoting, showcasing and celebrating Sharjah, the Home of Arab and Islamic Culture as a Complete Tourism and Investment Destination with a Difference. The Authority has kept pace with Sharjah’s phenomenal growth in the last couple of decades. The Emirate has gone from strength to strength, taking huge strides on all fronts. © Messe Berlin GmbH South African Tourism South African Tourism is the international marketing organisation for South Africa with offices in 9 countries and Head Office located in Johannesburg, South Africa – again with a phenomenal stand at ITB Berlin. South African Tourism markets South Africa’s scenic beauty, diverse wildlife, kaleidoscope of cultures and heritages, the great outdoors, sport and adventure opportunities, ecotourism and conference facilities. © Messe Berlin GmbH © Messe Berlin GmbH ITB BERLIN NEWS • Wednesday 21 st March 2018
