More photos from the 15th anniversary of the Miss Tourism International 2011/12 world finals held at the Sunway Resort and Casino Imperial Ballroom in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, December 31st. GB Photos/Ed Dominguez

More photos from the 15th anniversary of the Miss Tourism International 2011/12 world finals held at the Sunway Resort and Casino Imperial Ballroom in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, December 31st. GB Photos/Ed Dominguez

See photos from the Miss Tourism International 2011 finals! Also, the organization has released the official placement and results. GB Photos/Ed Dominguez

Miss Tourism International 2011/12: Malaysia Miss Tourism Metropolitan: Panama Miss Tourism Global: Thailand Miss Cosmopolitan International: Singapore Dreamgirl of the Year International: Czech [...]]]> See photos from the Miss Tourism International 2011 finals! Also, the organization has released the official placement and results.  GB Photos/Ed Dominguez

Miss Tourism International 2011/12: Malaysia
Miss Tourism Metropolitan: Panama
Miss Tourism Global: Thailand
Miss Cosmopolitan International: Singapore
Dreamgirl of the Year International: Czech Republic

6. Brazil
7. China
8. Costa Rica
9. Mongolia
10. Peru

11. Portugal
12. Georgia
13. India
14. Kyrgyzstan
15. Sri Lanka

Best National Costume: Indonesia
Miss Friendship: Sri Lanka
Best in Talent: Mongolia
Miss Elegance: Bolivia
Miss Crowning Glory: China
Miss Charity Queen: Malaysia
Miss Poh Kong Glamour: Panama
Miss Sunway Charm: Singapore
Miss Overtime Fresh Face: Singapore
Lumix Miss Photogenic: Czech Republic
Miss Spec Personality: Philippines
Miss Focus Point Dazzling: Costa Rica
Miss KL Sogo Trendsetter: Thailand

Miss Tourism Malaysia, Aileen Gabriella Robinson, was crowned Miss Tourism International 2011/2012 during a spectacular New Year’s party held at the Sunway Resort and Casino in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on December 31st. The pageant celebrated its 15th anniversary, and it [...]]]>

Miss Tourism Malaysia, Aileen Gabriella Robinson, was crowned Miss Tourism International 2011/2012 during a spectacular New Year’s party held at the Sunway Resort and Casino in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on December 31st.  The pageant celebrated its 15th anniversary, and it was also the first time that a contestants from the host country won the title.

Crowned as Miss Tourism Metropolitan was Miss Tourism Panama, Carolina Brid; Miss Tourism Global is Miss Tourism Thailand, Patsaraporn Khonkhamhaeng; Miss Cosmopolitan is Miss Tourism Singapore, Amanda Leong; and Dreamgirl of the Year is Miss Tourism Czech Republic, Jana Kupecka.

Completing the Top 10 finalists were the tourism ambassadors from Brazil, Peru, Costa Rica, China and Mongolia.  Kyrgyzstan, India, Sri Lanka, Portugal and Georgia completed the Top 15.

Special awards were Mongolia (Miss Talent), China (Miss Crowning Glory) and Sri Lanka (Miss Friendship).

The 15th anniversary of Miss Tourism International had the participation of 54 tourism ambassadors from all over the world.

Congratulations to all winners and finalists! Photos coming soon

Organizing Committee poses with this year's contestants

After returning from Johor, the contestants embarked in the last journey of the pageant; the last week has been of intensive rehearsals to make sure everything goes smoothly in the TV show.

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Organizing Committee poses with this year's contestants

After returning from Johor, the contestants embarked in the last journey of the pageant; the last week has been of intensive rehearsals to make sure everything goes smoothly in the TV show.

On Tuesday night the delegates met the panel of judges for a private interview, where the Top 15 semi finalists were chosen.  The remaining days have been spent inside the rehearsal room, learning the dances and routines for the final show.

But who are the favorites?  Local media in Malaysia has been favoring quite a few delegates, specially those who have won special awards.  But other delegates have been widely ovationed during the public events, so it’s anybody’s game at this point.  The special awards are said to have no bearing in the final result.

Also during the final, the special awards of Miss Friendship, Miss Talent and Best National Costume will be given.

Only the panel of judges knows for sure the 15 delegates they believe are the most complete to make the title. Even the contestants themselves have been making their lists.

After three weeks of a schedule full of special events, visits, touring, photo and video sessions and invitations, the pageant finally comes to an end, together with the year 2011. Do you have a favorite for the 15th Miss Tourism International title?

More Photos from the spectacular Batik Fashion Show held on December 22nd!

]]> More Photos from the spectacular Batik Fashion Show held on December 22nd!

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The Zon Hotel, official hotel of the contestants’ visit during their 2-day stay in Johor, organized a farewell tea and appreciation party at the “Fun Zon” of the building. A buffet dinner, along with artistic performances including dances, singing and [...]]]>

The Zon Hotel, official hotel of the contestants’ visit during their 2-day stay in Johor, organized a farewell tea and appreciation party at the “Fun Zon” of the building.  A buffet dinner, along with artistic performances including dances, singing and exchange of mementos and gifts, were an excellent way to thank the delegates and the organization for the touristic promotion of the city. GB Photos/Ed Dominguez

While in Johor, the contestants had the opportunity to visit Kota Iskandar, the Johor state administrative centre and Malaysia’s iconic destination, was founded on the Islamic design philosophy that harmonises humanity with the State’s history, heritage, culture and nature. It also represents many [...]]]> While in Johor, the contestants had the opportunity to visit Kota Iskandar, the Johor state administrative centre and Malaysia’s iconic destination, was founded on the Islamic design philosophy that harmonises humanity with the State’s history, heritage, culture and nature. It also represents many things about Johor: the heart of its politics, a storybook of its heritage, a thriving tourist hub, and the pride of its people.

Afterwards, the delegates attended a special launch at Banafee Village. GB Photos/Ed Dominguez

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While in Johor, the contestants were taken on a boat ride through Puteri Harbour, also known as the jewel of Nusajaya, which is a marina development fashioned after the French Riviera. It is an integrated waterfront and marina development that spans 688 acres [...]]]> While in Johor, the contestants were taken on a boat ride through Puteri Harbour, also known as the jewel of Nusajaya, which is a marina development fashioned after the French Riviera. It is an integrated waterfront and marina development that spans 688 acres offering a panoramic view of the Straits of Johor. Located adjacent to the Johor State New Administrative Centre (JSNAC), Puteri Harbour will be a unique luxurious lifestyle community, offering the experience of exceptional waterfront living, dining, entertainment, the arts and culture in a safe and picture postcard natural setting.

Puteri Harbour’s development components comprise waterfront residential (prime waterfront properties), commercial development (offices and retail shops), FAME (Food & beverage outlets, Arts, Music and Entertainment), transportation hub (water transport terminal for water taxis and ferry, bus terminal, tram and LRT station), a marina (berthing, chandlery and accommodation facilities for boaters, yachters, boat/yacht charter owners/operators and water sports owners/operators) and a Cultural Park initiated and owned by the Johor State Government. GB Photos/Ed Dominguez

A special christmas gala dinner took place at the Grand Ballroom of the Zon Regency hotel in Johor Bahru on December 25th, where the contestants took part in a fashion show and the Top 10 finalists of Miss Talent performed their skills. They [...]]]> A special christmas gala dinner took place at the Grand Ballroom of the Zon Regency hotel in Johor Bahru on December 25th, where the contestants took part in a fashion show and the Top 10 finalists of Miss Talent performed their skills. They were: Australia, Kyrgyzstan, Zimbabwe, Belarus, China, Mongolia, Macedonia FYRO, Malaysia, Indonesia and Latvia.  The night also had the performance of local star Dato’ Siti Nurhaliza.

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During the Christmas Affair and World of Beauties Gala, the 10 talent finalists had the opportunity to wow the audience with their performances. The Top 10 for Miss Talent are (in order of appearance):

1) Belarus [...]]]>

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During the Christmas Affair and World of Beauties Gala, the 10 talent finalists had the opportunity to wow the audience with their performances.  The Top 10 for Miss Talent are (in order of appearance):

1) Belarus (piano)
2) China (Chinese Instrument)
3) Kyrgyzstan (Vocal rendition, “I will Survive)
4) Latvia (Modern Dance)
5) Zimbabwe (Traditional Dance)
6) Australia (Ballet)
7) Indonesia (Traditional Dance)
Macedonia FYRO (Traditional Dance)
9) Mongolia (Folk Song)
10) Malaysia (Modern Dance)

The winner of the award will be announced during the Miss Tourism International world finals on December 31st.

The organizing committee of the Official State Visit to Johor gave an official press conference about details of the event at The Zon Shopping Mall. In addition, awards for the Zon Little Princess contest were presented by Miss Tourism Malaysia, Gabriella Robinson. GB [...]]]> The organizing committee of the Official State Visit to Johor gave an official press conference about details of the event at The Zon Shopping Mall.  In addition, awards for the Zon Little Princess contest were presented by Miss Tourism Malaysia, Gabriella Robinson. GB Photos/Ed Dominguez

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The Miss Tourism International beauties embarked on an official visit to the Malaysian state of Johor, located in the southern portion of Peninsular Malaysia. Its state capital city and royal city of Johor is Johor Bahru, formerly known as Tanjung Puteri (Malay for [...]]]> The Miss Tourism International beauties embarked on an official visit to the Malaysian state of Johor, located in the southern portion of Peninsular Malaysia. Its state capital city and royal city of Johor is Johor Bahru, formerly known as Tanjung Puteri (Malay for Princess’ Cape). Johor is also known by its Arabic honorific, Darul Ta’zim, or “Abode of Dignity”, and as Johore in English.

Upon being welcomed by the local media, dancers and authorities, the beauties took part in a motorcade during the main streets of Johor Bahru, by parading in classic automobiles.  The parade led to the main entrance of the Zon Hotel, official host hotel of the 2-day visit.

Johor is located at only 700m north of Singapore. They are linked via two road connections: the Johor-Singapore Causeway and the Malaysia-Singapore Second Link. The Causeway also carries a railway line, which is now part of the main rail route linking Singapore with Thailand via Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh and Butterworth. GB Photos/Ed Dominguez

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Miss Tourism Thailand Patsaraporn Khonkhamhaeng is chosen Miss KL Sogo Trendsetter by a panel of judges at the Sogo Department Store in Kuala Lumpur on December 23rd. Video by megatrend007

Spectacular designs and crafts were showcased during the Enchanting Batik Evening held at the National Craft Centre in KL on Thursday, December 22nd. Local designers and batik designers joined forces to deliver a wonderful show. Photos AFP/Getty Images

Miss Tourism [...]]]> Spectacular designs and crafts were showcased during the Enchanting Batik Evening held at the National Craft Centre in KL on Thursday, December 22nd.  Local designers and batik designers joined forces to deliver a wonderful show. Photos AFP/Getty Images