TripAdvisor voters crown Italian beach as world's best

Belinda Goldsmith , Reuters ? ? ? 14 min.

LONDON -- A remote beach in Sicily, Italy, was named on Thursday as the best beach in the world by a survey of travellers, while a UK beach managed to sneak into the top 10.

Rabbit Beach came top in the first annual awards for the world's best beach based on millions of reviews and ratings by international tourists on the TripAdvisor website.

Rabbit Beach, on the island of Lampedusa off the south coast of Sicily, was described as an unspoiled nature reserve that can only be accessed by boat and one of the few places in the Mediterranean where loggerhead sea turtles go to lay their eggs.

Second place went Grace Bay, Providenciales, in the Turks and Caicos, while Australia's Whitehaven Beach in the state of Queensland came third.

"Rabbit Beach's is clearly a big hit with travellers and it's easy to see why with its stunning turquoise water and white sand," said TripAdvisor spokeswoman Emma Shaw.

In recent years the southern Italian island of Lampedusa has been in the news as the landing point for tens of thousands of refugees and would-be migrants during the Arab Spring uprisings.

Thousands of migrants risking the dangerous voyage across the Mediterranean Sea in small overcrowded fishing boats died as a result of shipwreck, harsh conditions at sea or a lack of food and water, setting off a crisis that threatened to overwhelm the island.

Shaw said this award would be a boost for Sicily's tourism.

Beaches in Brazil, Spain, Puerto Rico, Bermuda and Aruba also featured in the top 10, praised for their white sands and swaying palm trees.

But one surprise in the list, coming 10th, was Rhossili Bay in Swansea, Wales, which beat beaches in Hawaii, the Caribbean and more exotic locations to make the top 10 list.

Rhossili Bay, on the Gower Peninsula, stretches for three miles (5 kms) and its vast expanse of sand backed by sand dunes and towering cliffs make it popular with surfers, paragliders and ramblers.

"We are delighted, but not surprised, that Rhossili Bay has been acknowledged ... We hope that many more visitors continue to enjoy its outstanding natural beauty," David Phillips, leader of the City and County of Swansea, said in a statement.

A spokeswoman for TripAdvisor said the best beach awards were based on the quality and quantity of traveller reviews and ratings for beaches on the website gathered over a 12-month period. Following is TripAdvisor's list of the Top 10 beaches in the world:

1. Rabbit Beach, Sicily - Italy

2. Grace Bay, Providenciales - Turks and Caicos

3. Whitehaven Beach, Queensland - Australia

4. Baia do Sancho, Fernando de Noronha - Brazil

5. Flamenco Beach (Playa Flamenco), Culebra - Puerto Rico

6. Playa de las Catedrales, Ribadeo - Spain

7. Lopes Mendes Beach, Ilha Grande - Brazil

8. Horseshoe Bay Beach, Southampton Parish - Bermuda

9. Eagle Beach - Aruba

10. Rhossili Bay, Rhossili, Swansea - Wales, UK

Copyright 2013 Thomson Reuters.

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?Sales is a career which requires a strong desire to influence people ...

With a career that spans over 9 years, Dana Masoud is an accomplished professional who has a wealth of advice to give aspiring salespeople in the region. Read our interview with Dana to know more?

Who?s Dana Masoud?

Dana Masoud is Regional Manager, Levant at Effective Measure Intl.,?a digital audience measurement and research company that enjoys an extensive global reach and offers media planning solutions to premium publishers, ad agencies, ad networks, advertisers, and researchers. In her current position, Dana works closely with online media experts in Jordan and Lebanon to help create transparent online markets to industry stakeholders.

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I believe that one of the wisest decisions my parents took back in 1992 was to relocate to Jordan. I would not have developed the same way I did if I was raised somewhere else. The environment here helped me grow independently, and showed me what ?working hard? really means. Personally, I love Jordan and enjoy the lifestyle it offers. There are dozens of reasons that underlie my attachment to this country: Jordan has a lovely weather in all seasons, especially during the summer season. The nature here is irreplaceable and perfectly matches my love for outdoor activities; the Dead Sea is of course my favorite relaxing spot. People here are simple, yet authentic and genuine. We are one big family living peacefully together in a beautiful country.

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2. What is your average day at work like?

I am a morning person, so typically my day starts very early with either a 30-minute run or swim to boost up my energy levels (and mood). I am very strict when it comes to my diet, so I don?t skip a meal and pay extra attention to my breakfast, and amounts of water I drink per day. As for work, there?s no fixed pattern for the day but there are fixed ingredients for any sales professional, these are: dressing Up, conducting follow-up calls/emails/meetings, but also prospecting, reporting, and most importantly staying motivated, and smiling!

3. What do you read to keep abreast of industry developments?

Digital media is a very dynamic industry, especially with the countless social media channels that help us learn a great deal these days. However, relying only on social media might get you confused and overwhelmed with the tons of information people share every day. Therefore I try to stick to few valuable resources like books and whatever is shared and recommended by my superiors. I also believe that meetings with industry professionals are great learning opportunities, in addition to attending events and training workshops.

4. What is the most important thing you look for in new hires?

I learned through experience to look for happy people. Happy people emit positivity and have the ability to adjust to whatever challenge they might face. These people also manage to stay anxiety-free and have the ability to make valuable connections whether internally or externally. Second, I look for people who have willingness and passion for sales. Sales is not a job; it?s a career which requires a strong desire to influence people. Being a good salesperson also requires having skills to handle rejections and to stay motivated at all times. I believe hiring for sales demands smart recruiters who should give an extra attention to the candidate?s personality, attitude and thoughts more than anything else.

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6.?What has been the highlight of your career?

Careers are like journeys where you go through different stations, and each station has its own impact on our lives in general, and on our careers specifically. Of all the stations I have been through so far, what touches me the most is whenever I meet someone I have either hired or managed (or both), and they acknowledge a positive thing I?ve done for them.

7.?What is your advice to someone looking to start their career in sales?

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