US$125 entry fee is required per URL entered.
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The ITTWA nominees and winners are selected from the best work entered through the Call for Entries. Evaluated against a number of criteria , the work undergoes a rigorous process to win the coveted ITTWA. Nominations are accepted from around the world from individuals, web design firms, advertising agencies and corporate marketing departments, as well as individual web designers and graphic artists, Hotels, Associations, Corporations, Organizations and Countries.

Currently, we accept nominations for websites in Arabic, English, Spanish, French, Hindi, Turkish, Chinese, Japanese and Russian. Sites in other languages are also accepted but may take longer to judge. A non-refundable

Each site is assigned to three or more expert judges for evaluation.  The Award Judges are informed of the mission statement and prospective audience for the site and provided a link with password, if needed, to enter and review the site.

Award Judges are not told who submitted the entry or to which category it is entered.  They then visit the site, starting with the URL provided on the entry form, and assume the role of a target user.  After reviewing the site, they enter their scores and record their observations and comments before moving on to the next site.

All persons entering the IOETI Travel and Tourism Web Award (ITTWA) must accept the following Competition Rules. By submitting a nomination and paying the entry fee, you are stating that you have read and accepted these rules and conditions. Entry fees are nonrefundable.

The ITTWA Competition is open to all individuals, web design firms, advertising agencies and corporate marketing departments, as well as individual web designers and graphic artists, Hotels, Associations, Corporations, Organizations and Countries involved in the process of developing web sites for organizations, companies and the government. Web sites entered must have been in general use for at least 6 month on the 30 th of November.

The person submitting the entry will be considered the "nominator" and will receive all communications regarding the ITTWA Competition. All changes to an entry can only be made by the nominator or by the designated backup named in the entry.

This list is non-exclusive and we reserve the right to disqualify any entry for any reason.

Ineligible entries may be disqualified at any phase of the competition without notification.

The ITTWA assumes all entries are original and the entrant either owns the work or has permission from a client or other appropriate party to enter the work, with all rights granted therein. In the event that an entrant without such rights submits an entry, the entrant will not be eligible for the competition. The Web Awards are not liable for any copyright infringement on the part of the entrant.

Entries must be live and available on the Internet for at least 6 month on the 30 th of November and accessible via http and standard Web browsers.

Submission of any entry acknowledges the right of the ITTWA to use it for exhibition, promotion and publication purposes in any medium.

Timely submission of an entry meeting the eligibility requirements and payment of the entry fee as stated herein ensures that an entrant's work will be reviewed and considered for recognition. No other representation or warranty is made by The ITTWA concerning entries and all implied warranties are hereby expressly disclaimed.

If an entry receives an award, the manner and details of announcing such nomination and award is strictly within the discretion of The ITTWA. Entrant understands that all awards may not be given in the same ranking as we have 1 st 2 nd and 3 rd places in 4 different entrant categories which are:

Category 1 : Individuals.

Category 2 : Companies and corporate.

Category 3 : Countries organizations and Associations.

Category 4 : Hotels.

First Place Winners will receive the Golden Cup (plated), Golden IOETI Stamp to be placed on the winner's website certifying a first place achievement, A Link on the IOETI's Website to the winner's website for marketing support plus a Financial Prize offered by our sponsors.

Second Place Winners will receive the Silver Cup (plated), Silver IOETI Stamp to be placed on the winner's website certifying a second place achievement, A Link on the IOETI's Website to the winner's website for marketing support plus a Financial Prize offered by our sponsors.

Third Place Winners will receive the Bronze Cup (plated), Bronze IOETI Stamp to be placed on the winner's website certifying a first place achievement, A Link on the IOETI's Website to the winner's website for marketing support plus a Financial Prize offered by our sponsors.

The Award Ceremony will be held on the 14 th of December 2009 at Mövenpick Resort and Spa at El Gouna, Red Sea-Egypt.

And for those who would like to spend the night at the hotel we will be offering accommodation at a discounted rate of $195 USD per single room for the night of the award ceremony at the 5 Stars Mövenpick resort on Half Board Basis (Breakfast and Dinner) and also meet and assist upon arrival and departure to and from the Airport or Bus Station.

N.B: you will receive the trophy in maximum 2 weeks from the end date of our conference.

The governing body of the ITTWA competition is responsible for providing the judges who evaluate ITTWA entries. Currently, we accept nominations for websites in Arabic, English, Spanish, French, Hindi, Turkish, Chinese, Japanese and Russian. Sites in other languages are also accepted but may take longer to judge. If we are unable to judge your entry due to a language barrier –we will refund your entry fee(s).

1- Concept / Creativity and Overall Experience

Demonstrating that sites are frequently more -- or less than the sum of their parts, the overall experience encompasses content, structure and navigation, visual design, functionality, and interactivity, but it also includes the intangibles that make one stay or leave. One has probably had a good overall experience if (s)he comes back regularly, places a bookmark, signs up for a newsletter, participates, emails the site to a friend, or stays for a while, intrigued.

2- Technical / Ease of use / Navigation

Structure and navigation refers to the framework of a site, the organization of content, the prioritization of information, and the method in which you move through the site. Sites with good structure and navigation are consistent, intuitive and transparent. They allow you to form a mental model of the information provided, where to find things, and what to expect when you click. Good navigation gets you where you want to go quickly and offers easy access to the breadth and depth of the site's content.

3- Content/Structure

Content is the information provided on the site. It is not just text, but music, sound, animation, or video -- anything that communicates a sites body of knowledge. Good content should be engaging, relevant, and appropriate for the audience. You can tell it's been developed for the Web because it's clear and concise and it works in the medium. Good content takes a stand. It has a voice, a point of view. It may be informative, useful, or funny but it always leaves you wanting more.

4- Visual design solution/ Aesthetics

Visual design is the appearance of the site. It's more than just a pretty homepage and it doesn't have to be cutting edge or trendy. Good visual design is high quality, appropriate, and relevant for the audience and the message it is supporting. It communicates a visual experience and may even take your breath away.

5- Interactivity

Interactivity is the way that a site allows you to do something. Good interactivity is more than a rollover or choosing what to click on next; it allows you, as a user, to give and receive. It insists that you participate, not spectate.

It's input/output, as in searches, chat rooms, e-commerce and gaming or notification agents, peer-to-peer applications and real-time feedback. Its make your own, distribute your own, or speak your mind so others can see, hear or respond. Interactive elements are what separate the Web from other media. Their inclusion should make it clear that you aren't reading a magazine or watching TV anymore

Design & Creativity (Up To 40 Points)

Navigation (Up To 15 Points)

Scripting & Technical (Up To 15 Points)

Our Guiding Principles

The judging process for the ITTWA competition is taken very seriously by us. We select individuals to serve as judges who have distinguished themselves in their field and who demonstrate exceptional leadership ability and vision. We hold our judges to the highest standards of fairness, accuracy and integrity. The entire judging process adheres firmly to these guiding principles.

Equal Treatment of All Entries

We believe the Internet is one of the world’s greatest equalizers and unifying forces. It allows for people all over the world to compete in the same arena, providing equal access to information and global markets. ITTWA judges evaluate every entry with a discerning eye towards project scope and strategic goals. A site is not less worthy than its peer merely because it is smaller. We recognize that a young freelancer can build a website as impressive as a team in a Fortune 500 company. A professional execution under a limited budget is more worthy than a mediocre execution for a well-funded initiative. It is execution and workmanship that matters not total project scope.

Ensuring Impartiality

We make all efforts to avoid conflicts of interest in the judging process (such as inadvertently assigning a judge to evaluate an entry with which he/she is associated). At least three judges are assigned to each entry at random from within the pool of judges whose expertise is relevant. All judges are screened before being assigned an entry. All judges are bound by a code of ethics to uphold our guiding principles and recue themselves from judging an entry that may present a conflict of interest.

Our Judges

All of our judges are distinguished professionals and our judges are leaders in web design, advertising, public relations, publishing, news and other industries. They are proficient in such areas as user interface design, communications and marketing. We select judges who we believe will uphold our guiding principles (see above) and for their expertise and knowledge. All decisions of the judges are final; judges’ decisions cannot be appealed.

Our Judging System

By adhering to the specific guidelines and criteria of this system our judges are able to maintain the highest degree of fairness, accuracy and integrity; competently and effectively evaluate entries; and, deliver clear results.

We would like to wish all of our entrants the best of luck and also,
We would like to invite all interested companies and corporations to sponsor this event and to participate in the award ceremony handing out trophies and prizes to winners.

Platinum : $ 20.000 USD

Gold :         $ 15.000 USD

Silver :        $ 10.000 USD

Bronze :     $ 7.000 USD

For More Information or enquiries about the Sponsorship Packages and benefits please Contact: Dr. Hossam Darwish

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