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Corendon Airlines Wins Two Prestigious Awards

Corendon Airlines has once again confirmed its leadership in Türkiye's service exports by winning championship awards in two separate categories in the 20th year of the Turquality® program.

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Corendon Airlines Wins Two Prestigious Awards | HORECA TREND

Known as the "Airline of Firsts" for its innovations in the aviation industry, Corendon Airlines celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2025, crowning its success with new awards within the Turquality® Support Program administered by the Turkish Ministry of Trade. At the Turquality® Vision Meeting and Branding Conference, held on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of Turquality®, Türkiye's first and only government-supported branding program, Corendon Airlines was honored with championship awards in two separate categories.

Corendon Airlines, once again demonstrating Türkiye's strong position in service exports by receiving the awards "Turquality® Champion with the Most Service Exports" and "Turquality® Champion with the Most Service Exports to Distant Countries." The awards were presented as part of the Turquality® Vision Meeting and Branding Conference held at the Turkish Exporters Assembly Şehit Ömer Halisdemir Conference Hall on December 5, 2025.

Since its founding, Corendon Airlines has built its sustainable growth on fleet expansion, route diversity, and operational excellence, carrying millions of passengers annually from numerous European countries to various tourist destinations. Turquality®, the world's first and only government-backed branding program, differs from traditional export support by not only increasing exports but also contributing to the sustainable growth, strategic planning, and corporate infrastructure of brands on a global scale. These two awards, achieved within the Turquality® ecosystem, align with the company's vision of enhancing its competitiveness in international markets.

Commenting on the awards they received Corendon Tourism Group Financial Advisor Batuğhan Karaer, said: Following our acceptance into the Turquality® program, we were honored with championship awards in two separate categories this year, a source of great pride for us. Achieving sustainable success in the international market requires strong operational capabilities and a strong branding vision. As Corendon Airlines, we have been playing a leading role in service exports for years and carrying Türkiye's values to the world at every destination we fly to. With Turquality® support, we aim to further enhance our competitiveness in the global market, enrich the experience we offer our passengers, and further contribute to our country's economy.

Turquality®, the world's first and only state-supported branding program, aims not only to increase exports but also to contribute to the sustainable growth, strategic planning, and corporate infrastructure of brands on a global scale, unlike traditional export support.

Source: HORECA TREND and Corendon Airlines

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Nestlé Makes Senior Appointment in Türkiye

Nestlé, the world's leading food company, which has been operating in our country since 1906, has made an important appointment in its Turkish organization. Gizem Kartal, who has played an active role in the company's growth and transformation journey through various business units of Nestlé since 2006, has been appointed as the Sales Director of Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages.

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December 11 2025

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Gizem Kartal Sükan, NestléShe began her career at [Company Name] in 2006 as a Channel and Category Sales Development Specialist. Continuing her role as Category Sales Development Leader for the Chocolate and Confectionery Business Unit in 2017, Kartal played a significant role in the business unit's growth journey as Marketing Leader between 2018 and 2023. During this period, she led the strategies of the Damak brand, strengthening its position; contributing to Nestlé's first-ever market second-place ranking in the Adult Tablet segment and Damak's first-ever market leadership in the pistachio segment; and with the powerful communication campaign she implemented, the Chocolate Business Unit won its first Gold Effie award.

Kartal later assumed the role of Marketing Leader for Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages. Leading Erikli's premium positioning approach and digitalization journey, Kartal played a role in creating the dual model specific to the Turkish market for Erikli & S.Pellegrino, and developed significant collaborations in premium out-of-home consumption. Kartal also developed and implemented Erikli's sustainability strategy, contributing to the brand winning awards such as Best Sustainability Marketing Project and Lovemarks during this period.

In her new role, Kartal will lead the multi-channel sales organization of Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages business unit; she will continue her work to maximize the potential of each channel, translate strategies into strong field results, and prepare the organization for the future.

Source: HORECA TREND and Nestlé

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Art and Flavor-Filled Workshops from Elite World

Elite World Hotels invites its guests to inspiring experiences where creativity and enjoyment meet with two different workshop events specially organized for the winter season. A textured painting workshop will be held at Elite World Istanbul Florya, while a handmade candle workshop will take place at Elite World Comfy Istanbul Taksim.

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December 10 2025

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Art and Flavor-Filled Workshops from Elite World | HORECA TREND

Elite World Istanbul Florya, in collaboration with Atölye Muse, is hosting a special event that brings together art and gastronomy. The hotel invites everyone who wants to freely express their creativity to the Textured Painting Workshop.

In this inspiring workshop, participants will discover the rhythm of brushes, the texture of colors, and the unique energy of art. The event will also be accompanied by the hotel's experienced chef, Chef TinTin. Participants will enrich their experience with exquisite flavors while enjoying the pleasure of creativity.

Elite World Comfy Istanbul Taksim: Design Your Own Candle

Elite World Comfy Istanbul Taksim awaits its guests with a creative event that will add warmth to winter evenings. In collaboration with Atölye Muse, the Candle Workshop will allow participants to both have a fun time and design their own personalized candles.

This workshop, taking place on Saturday, December 20th from 13:00 PM to 15:00 PM, offers a relaxed and inspiring atmosphere. Participants will enjoy making their own decorative candles and add a handcrafted touch to their homes before the New Year.

Source: HORECA TREND and Elite World

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Hotel Komana Binbirdirek was featured at ILTM Cannes 2025.

ILTM Cannes 2025 (December 1-4, 2025), considered one of the most prestigious gatherings in the luxury tourism sector, brought together the world's leading travel brands, and Hotel Komana Binbirdirek from Türkiye also participated in this important event under the umbrella of TGA (Turkish Tourism Promotion and Development Agency). The event attracted attention with its global tourism professionals and high-potential business partnerships.

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December 10 2025

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Hotel Komana Binbirdirek Featured at ILTM Cannes 2025 | HORECA TREND

Hotel Komana BinbirdirekHotel Manager Mert Üzmez, representing Hotel Komana Binbirdirek at the event, had the opportunity to share the brand's vision and positioning in the region with international tourism stakeholders. In his assessment of the event, Üzmez stated, “ILTM Cannes is a platform where the pulse of the global luxury tourism market beats. Being in the same atmosphere as leading travel brands from around the world here offers a significant opportunity to convey both Türkiye's tourism strength and Hotel Komana Binbirdirek's experience-oriented approach to an international audience.”

The Hotel Komana Binbirdirek delegation also participated in the SLH (Small Luxury Hotels of the World) events held within the scope of ILTM Cannes, meeting with global brand representatives and decision-makers in the luxury segment. These meetings yielded significant gains in terms of new connections and international promotional opportunities.

ILTM Cannes 2025, where luxury travel trends, sustainable destination strategies, and global marketing approaches took center stage this year, stood out as a valuable platform for Hotel Komana Binbirdirek, strengthening its visibility and brand engagement in the international tourism arena.

Source: HORECA TREND and Hotel Komana Binbirdirek

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