One of the pioneers of the “fast-casual” restaurant experience in Türkiye Chicken World, The restaurant continues to reinforce its strong bond with young consumers with the awards it receives. At the highly acclaimed Kristal Deer Awards, organized by Hacettepe University students, Tavuk Dünyası achieved significant success this year, being named "Best Restaurant Chain of the Year."

More than 70 awards were presented at the ceremony held on October 23rd, covering a wide range of fields, including culture, arts, sports, social media, and business. This prestigious award, presented by future leaders, further highlighted Tavuk Dünyası's strong position among young people thanks to its delicious food, diverse product range, restaurant atmosphere, and accessibility.

Expressing his joy at the award, Tavuk Dünyası CMO Ceylan Özmen said, "We are delighted to be recognized for this award for the second consecutive year, based on the votes of university students. At Tavuk Dünyası, sharing our energy with young people and adding flavor and joy to their lives is incredibly valuable to us. We will continue to connect with young people in every setting and make 'good food' accessible to everyone."

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Blending Shangri-La's famous Asian hospitality with Türkiye's rich local culture Shangri-La Bosphorus IstanbulAykut Korkmaz has been appointed as the new General Manager of . With over 30 years of international tourism and hotel management experience, Aykut Korkmaz has held senior management positions in Türkiye, the United Kingdom, the Middle East, and Europe.

A graduate of Ankara University's Faculty of Political Sciences, Department of Business Administration, Korkmaz began his career at Hilton International Ankara in 1988, working in various departments from the hotel's pre-opening phase. He then served as Assistant Food and Beverage Manager during the renovation of Çırağan Palace Kempinski, Istanbul.
He later took part in the opening processes of the Hilton International Konya, Conrad International Cairo and Hilton London Tower Bridge hotels; he also held management positions at the Hyatt Regency Istanbul (Grand Hyatt), Hilton Sharm Waterfalls Resort and Hilton London Kensington hotels.

After serving as Hotel Manager at Hilton London Hyde Park and Hilton London Heathrow Airport, and as part of the opening team of Hilton Bomonti Hotel and Conference Center, Europe's largest Hilton congress hotel, he served as General Manager at Athenee Palace Hilton, Bucharest, and for the last seven years at Hilton Baku.

Having successfully managed numerous large-scale hotel openings and renovations to date, Aykut Korkmaz is an award-winning leader known for his commitment to guest and team satisfaction, consistently prioritizing team development and guest experience while achieving strong business results. His 2018 EMEA Region Hilton Leader of the Year Award stands out as one of the most significant achievements in his career.

With its passion for excellence in Food & Beverage and its vision of providing guests with unforgettable moments, Shangri-La Bosphorus is poised to further strengthen Istanbul's position as one of the city's leading luxury destinations.

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Kempinski Hotel The Dome Belek, was awarded four European-level awards for its outstanding success at the 2025 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards, which are considered one of the most prestigious awards:

• Europe's Best Pool Villa Resort (Best Pool Villa Resort in Europe)
• Europe's Best Golf Resort (Best Golf Resort in Europe)
• Europe's Best Honeymoon Resort (Best Honeymoon Hideaway Resort in Europe)
• Europe's Best Culinary Experience (Best Culinary Experience in Europe)

These prestigious awards are a testament to the hotel's unwavering commitment to providing exceptional luxury and unforgettable guest experiences on the Mediterranean coast.

“We are honored to receive these four prestigious awards from Haute Grandeur,” said Amit Sharma, General Manager of Kempinski Hotel The Dome Belek.

"This success reflects the dedication, passion, and professionalism of our Kempinski Hotel The Dome Belek team. Our team works tirelessly every day to create unforgettable and lasting experiences for our guests."

These awards are even more meaningful this year as we celebrate our 20th anniversary. For two decades, Kempinski Hotel The Dome has been recognized as a refined hospitality icon, blending European luxury with warm Turkish hospitality. These awards reaffirm our commitment to providing our guests with heartwarming, unforgettable moments.

I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to our incredible team for their hard work and teamwork that made this success possible, and to our loyal guests who have been a part of our journey for 20 years. We look to the future with great pride and determination to continue raising the bar for luxury accommodation in Belek.”

An Oasis of Luxury and Elegance on the Mediterranean Coast

Located on the untouched coast of Belek Kempinski Hotel The Domeis an icon of luxury. The hotel's eye-catching design is meticulously inspired by the rich architectural heritage of the Seljuk period, uniquely blending culture and opulence.

Europe's Best Pool Villa Resort Offering its guests a unique private retreat with its private pools, butler service and peaceful garden settings Sultan VillaIt emphasizes the exclusivity of the 's.

Europe's Best Golf Resort Reinforcing its title, the hotel offers direct access to PGA National Türkiye (Antalya Golf Club), home to the world-famous PGA Sultan and The Pasha golf courses. This provides a unique experience for golf enthusiasts.

Europe's Best Culinary Experience The award celebrates the diverse and sophisticated flavours the resort offers. Guests can embark on a gastronomic journey at a variety of à la carte restaurants, including the rich flavours of Asian cuisine at Trader's Spice, authentic Italian cuisine at Cilantro, and the exclusive international culinary experience offered by Sofra By The Lake Restaurant, available exclusively to villa guests.

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