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Zoover Wins at the Prestigious LeWeb '08 Awards in Paris
PARIS, December 16 /PRNewswire/ -- - 'Simplicity and Reaching a Large Audience Awarded by Jury' In Paris this week the 5th International Le Web Awards were handed out. Zoover, the website that features independent holiday reviews by and for critical consumers, was one of the big winners in the category 'Start Up'. Le Web is one of the largest and leading International Congresses for online activity and has some 1700 participants from 25 countries. The prize was awarded by the French Economic Minister; Christine Lagarde. Jury report From thirty selected companies from all over Europe, Zoover was the only travel industry website, and ended third in the category 'Start Up'. After a presentation given to a professional Jury, Zoover remained a potential winner together with two other participants. The Jury was especially impressed by Zoover's customer service, the simplicity of the site which made it easy for anybody to use and the perfect use of user generated content. Another appealing fact is that Zoover offers a platform for the travel- and hotel industry. The rapid expansion of Zoover was also praised. Zoover launched websites in thirteen countries during the last year, including: Belgium, France, Germany, Poland, Great Britain, Spain, Portugal, Sweden, Italy, Denmark and Turkey. Six new offices were also opened during this time. Financial Crisis The live feedback that Zoover received from the Jury also dealt with the often talked about financial crisis. Zoover has remained extremely profitable during this crisis, and is a successful organisation with a winning formula both at home and abroad. It's a platform where tour operators can also register to become clients. Zoover offers them an excellent system whereby consumers can immediately book with tour operators after having read reviews. Start Up With this nomination Zoover has left the 27 other nominations in its tracks regarding the category 'Start Up'. The rivals originate from all over the world with steady reputations on the World Wide Web. The fact that Zoover won this prize as an international company is truly something to be proud of. About Zoover.co.uk http://www.zoover.co.uk is an independant and free travel website which features reviews of holiday destinations and accommodation such as hotels, apartments, holiday parks and campings. By travellers for travellers.
