Valletta is one of 20 nominees shortlisted for the European Best Destination 2015 title, the Malta Tourism Authority said.

It said in a statement public voting here is open for three weeks, between today and  February 10.

European Best Destinations (EBD) is a European organisation to promote tourism in Europe.

It works with tourism offices in Europe to promote a better understanding of the wealth, diversity and quality of European destinations. The title of European Best Destination has become synonymous with European excellence.

The city to receive most votes will be awarded the title of ‘European Best Destination 2015’. The destinations which make up the top 10 will be promoted on various social networks and websites as being one of the best European destinations to visit in 2015.

The winner will be authorised to use the title and logo of ‘European Best Destination’ on all its communications, adverts, website and photos. The top 10 will be able to use a logo to show that they were chosen as one of the 10 best destinations to visit in Europe.

Porto won the award last year and an independent study showed that it benefitted from more than €10 million of free publicity across Europe.

 

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