Gqeberha, 11 September 2024: The Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism Awards ceremony took place at Tramways on 11 September 2024, recognizing and celebrating outstanding contributions to the tourism industry in the region.
The event was expertly host by Buli G(MC), and organized by a dedicated team comprising Melissa Palmer, Nqobile Qupe, Wendy Knott-Craig, and Natasha Carmody. Melissa Palmer delivered the opening remarks, setting the tone for an inspiring evening.
The ceremony was made possible through the generous support of its Gold sponsors, including the Eastern Cape Park and Tourism Agency, Sarah Baartman District Municipality, and Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, represented by Mayor Mr. Gary van Niekerk. The sponsors highlighted their enthusiasm for the event and commitment to future collaborations with the Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism Association (NMBTA) committee.
Done Louw, from the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s EDTA department, commended the organizers for their exceptional efforts, saying “The organizers deserves immense credit for successfully hosting the Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism Awards. Their hard work has set a high standard, and we look forward to seeing the event grow in the future.” The evening’s impressive decor, courtesy of LX Events added to the event’s ambiance, making it a memorable night. The entertainment was handled by Claire and Ole.
The esteemed winners of the 2024 Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism Awards were announced, recognizing exceptional contributions to the tourism industry in various categories.
The winners were:
- Accommodation: Pabala Private
- Attractions and Experience: The Boma
- Conservation, Culture, and Sustainability: Raggy Charters
- Caterer: Petronella Craft Foods
- Tour Guide: Lizl Nieuwoudt
- Transportation and Tour: Awehness Travel
- Up & Coming (Youth): Devson T Luzane
- Photography & Video Videography: Firefly the Travel Guy
These outstanding winners were selected from a pool of talented finalists, who were also recognized for their contributions to the tourism industry.
Nqobile Quphe wrapped up the evening with heartfelt thanks, saying “As we gather under the African sky, celebrating our unique cultural heritage and tourism successes, I’m filled with joy and gratitude. We’re deeply thankful for the incredible support from everyone here tonight, and from our sponsors ,your presence and contributions make this event truly special”.
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