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Geneva - the city break queen

Travel Awards

GenevaDuring the 2014 World Travel Awards, Geneva won 1st prize


According to WTA. Geneva is 2014’s leading city break location in Europe.

The 2014 WTA have been hosted by Greece, in Athens. The ceremony is considered as the most prestigious in the industry.

The awards have brought together some of the travel industry stakeholders in the same place.

For Geneva this win is a first in terms of city breaks, recognizing its oriented development effort towards attracting new tourists each year.

Situated in Europe’s center, Geneva is a very generous location for city breakers as well as a great gateway to Switzerland in general.

The city won not only for its breathtaking views and landscapes but also for the joie de vivre it breathes into its visitors.

For those keen on visiting, they should expect top culinary services as well as some of the best shopping spots Europe has to offer.

Geneva is also known as the birthplace of haute horlogerie, so watch enthusiasts should feel like at home.

“We are proud and thrilled to see Geneva taking its rightful place as the top city break destination in Europe,”

“The outcome of these Awards marks the achievement and commitment of all Geneva Tourism staff and local tourism partners to deliver the highest tourism standards at all times, in order to provide a truly memorable city break to our visitors”. - Philippe Vignon, general manager, Geneva Tourism.

“Our city has always been synonymous with business - but we are firmly convinced that Geneva is a very attractive leisure destination as well,” - Vincent Dubi, marketing director at Geneva Tourism.

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