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Posted: Monday, August 19, 2024
The Welsh Government is urging tourism businesses in North Wales to take the opportunity to gain recognition at the upcoming National Tourism Awards.
Tourism Minister Jack Sargeant has teamed up with Carolyn Thomas, Member of the Senedd for North Wales, to promote the regional awards as a crucial step onto the national stage.
Last month, Jack Sargeant, in his capacity as Minister for Social Partnership, announced the return of the National Tourism Awards for Wales, planned for spring 2025.
Hosted by Visit Wales, this awards ceremony aims to highlight the outstanding contributions of the tourism sector across the country.
Businesses are encouraged to apply for their respective regional awards, with winners qualifying for the National Tourism Awards in March 2025.
The Go North Wales Awards submission period for the North Wales region opens on 1 August, with the closing date for entries being 7 October 2024.
Tourism is a key industry for Wales, contributing 5.1% of the country’s gross value added and generating £3.8 billion. In 2023, Wales welcomed over 8.5 million visitors from the UK and almost 900,000 international tourists, underlining the importance of the sector to the Welsh economy.
Carolyn Thomas MS praised local businesses, saying: “We have so many fantastic local businesses in North Wales whose efforts deserve recognition at the National Tourism Awards.”
She expressed her support for the Welsh Government’s commitment to supporting the tourism industry and highlighted the benefits of continued funding and support from Visit Wales.
(Carolyn Thomas MS)
Alyn and Deeside MS Jack Sargeant echoed this sentiment, stressing the importance of the awards as a means of recognition.
“I know most are busy welcoming visitors right now. But don’t forget to apply for the regional tourism awards,” he said. “Make sure you and your region get the recognition you deserve for what you do and how you do it.”
The National Tourism Awards include a number of categories, including Best Hotel, Best Attraction, Best Restaurant and the Bro a Byd category, which recognises outstanding achievements in environmental sustainability.
These awards provide a platform for businesses to showcase their excellence and help make Wales a leading global tourism destination.
To participate and for further information: Go North Wales Awards
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