Picture: Sequoia Lodge
The winners of the 2023 South Australian Tourism Awards have been revealed, that includes 31 class winners and 4 inductees to the coveted Corridor of Fame.
This prestigious awards program, expertly curated and offered by the Tourism Business Council South Australia (TiCSA), as soon as once more highlighted the distinctive achievements and enterprise excellence throughout the state’s tourism sector.
The much-anticipated announcement befell at a glamorous Gala Dinner held on Friday, November 3, on the famend Adelaide Conference Centre, the place the who’s who of South Australia’s tourism scene gathered to applaud these outstanding accomplishments.
Among the many standout moments of the night have been the well-deserved inductions into the South Australian Tourism Awards Corridor of Fame. 4 excellent companies throughout the state earned this esteemed recognition for clinching the gold medal of their respective classes for the third consecutive yr. These distinguished inductees embrace:
- The Cedars Hahndorf – Incomes acclaim within the Cultural Tourism class.
- Bendleby Ranges – For his or her distinctive contributions to Journey Tourism.
- Woodhouse Journey Park – Celebrated for its Distinctive Lodging choices.
- Naiko Retreat – Acknowledged for excellence in Self-contained Lodging.
The Voters’ Selection Awards, decided by the enthusiastic assist and votes from their guests, native communities, and supporters, added an thrilling layer to the night’s celebrations. With a powerful tally of almost 20,000 votes forged throughout all finalists, two standout winners emerged:
- Monarto Safari Park – Claiming the coveted Voters’ Selection Award for Expertise and/or Service.
- BIG4 Renmark Riverfront Vacation Park – Garnering accolades because the Voters’ Selection Award winner for Lodging.
The night time additionally supplied a possibility to honor distinctive people who’ve made vital contributions to the business. The Excellent Achievement Award was fittingly bestowed upon Ian Horne, the devoted CEO of the Australian Resorts Affiliation SA, for his unwavering dedication and management spanning almost 4 many years.
Isabel Nietschke acquired recognition because the South Australian Younger Achiever, demonstrating distinctive potential by her energetic engagement throughout the business and her outstanding tutorial pursuits at Flinders College.
The accolade for South Australian Taxi Driver of the Yr went to Jayant Jain from Adelaide Unbiased Taxis. His constant dedication and heat, constructive demeanor, epitomized by his ‘give a smile, get a smile’ strategy, captured the hearts of many.
Shaun de Bruyn, the CEO of TiCSA, prolonged heartfelt congratulations to all of the winners, medallists, and finalists, emphasising the pivotal function they play in enhancing South Australia’s vibrant tourism panorama.
Minister for Tourism, Zoe Bettison stated the variety and excellence of the winners show what makes South Australia a must-visit tourism vacation spot.
‘I congratulate all winners of the 2023 South Australian Tourism Awards, who characterize the world-class calibre of our state’s tourism business,’ Minister Bettison stated.
‘With South Australia’s customer financial system at an all-time excessive of $9.9 billion, it’s clear this might solely be achieved by the innovation and dedication of operators throughout the state who ship unbelievable choices which entice guests from throughout to see South Australia.’
Winners from most classes will go on to characterize South Australia within the nationwide Australian Tourism Awards in Darwin subsequent yr.
CATEGORY WINNERS AND MEDALLISTS – 2023
The entrant with the best rating within the class is asserted the winner. Silver and bronze medals are awarded to the second and third-highest scoring entrants respectively, supplied they meet a particular rating threshold. Corridor of Fame recognition is awarded to entrants who win the identical class three years in a row.
Main Vacationer Sights – Supported by Massive Pink Group
Winner – Monarto Safari Park
Silver – Adelaide Oval
Vacationer Sights – Supported by Massive Pink Group
Winner – d’Arenberg
Silver – Pichi Richi Railway Preservation Society
Main Festivals & Occasions – Supported by Pageant Metropolis Adelaide
Winner – Illuminate Adelaide
Silver – Adelaide Cabaret Pageant
Bronze – WOMADelaide
Festivals & Occasions – Supported by Pageant Metropolis Adelaide
Winner – 2023 Let’s Go Caravan, Tenting and Outside Present
Silver – SALT Pageant 2023
Bronze – DreamBIG Youngsters’s Pageant
Ecotourism – Supported by Toyota
Winner – The Massive Duck Boat Excursions
Silver – Camel Treks Australia
Bronze – CABN
Cultural Tourism Winner & Corridor of Fame – The Cedars Hahndorf
Silver – Adelaide Zoo
Bronze – Flamboyance Excursions
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Tourism Experiences – Supported by RAA Journey
Winner – Kool Excursions
Tourism Retail, Rent & Providers – Supported by Adelady
Winner – Copper Trails Bike Rent
Customer Info Providers – Supported by Native Authorities Affiliation of SA
Winner – Port Lincoln Customer Info Centre
Silver – Burra & Goyder Customer Info Centre
Enterprise Occasion Venues – Supported by Adelaide Airport
Winner – Adelaide Oval
Tour & Transport Operators – Supported by RAA Journey
Winner – Spirit of the Coorong
Silver – Expertise Coffin Bay
Bronze – Carriage of Event
Journey Tourism – Supported by Tourism Australia
Winner & Corridor of Fame – Bendleby Ranges
Silver – Woodhouse Journey Park
Bronze – Bike About Biking Excursions & Rent
Tourism Advertising & Campaigns – Supported by Tourism Australia
Winner – Regional Growth Australia Eyre Peninsula. Eyre – The Wild Facet
Silver – Kangaroo Island Tourism Alliance
Tourism Eating places & Catering Providers – Supported by Restaurant & Catering Australia
Winner – The Currant Shed
Silver – L’Anse French Cafe
Bronze – Watervale Lodge
Tourism Wineries – Supported by South Australian Tourism Fee
Winner – Seppeltsfield Wines
Silver – Kimbolton Wines
Bronze – Elderton Wines
Tourism Distilleries & Breweries – Supported by South Australian Tourism Fee
Winner – Twenty Third Avenue Distillery
Caravan & Vacation Parks – Supported by Caravan & Tenting SA
Winner – BIG4 West Seashore Parks
Silver – Minlaton Caravan Park
Bronze – Karoonda Vacationer Park
Hosted Lodging – Supported by South Australian Tourism Fee
Winner – Oceanview Eco Villas
Distinctive Lodging – Supported by South Australian Tourism Fee
Winner & Corridor of Fame – Woodhouse Journey Park
Silver – Bukirk Glamping & Fancy Coops
Self-Contained Lodging – Supported by Altitude Advisory
Winner & Corridor of Fame – Naiko Retreat
Silver – Previous Coach Highway Property
3-3.5 Star Lodging – Supported by Wallmans Attorneys
Winner – ibis Adelaide
Silver – Kangaroo Island Seaview Motel
4-4.5 Star Deluxe Accommodation – Supported by Australian Resorts Affiliation SA & Lodging Australia
Winner – Seashore Huts Middleton
Silver – Bridgeport Lodge
Bronze – Pullman Adelaide
5 Star Luxurious Accommodation – Supported by Australian Resorts Affiliation SA & Lodging Australia
Winner – Sequoia Lodge
Silver – Le Mas Barossa
New Tourism Enterprise – Supported by RAA Journey
Winner – Port River Cruises
Silver – Brindabella Crusing
Bronze – Beresford Property
Excellence in Meals Tourism – Supported by Adelady
Winner – Adelaide Showground Farmers’ Market
Silver – Anita Robin, the foodbuilder
Excellence in Accessible Tourism – Supported by Toyota
Winner – Adelaide Fringe
Silver – Monarto Safari Park
Bronze – BIG4 Renmark Riverfront Vacation Park
Excellent Contribution Award – Supported by South Australian Tourism Fee
Winner – Ian Horne
Younger Achiever – Supported by SeaLink Winner – Isabel Nietschke
South Australian Taxi Driver of the Yr Award – Supported by Taxi Council South Australia
Winner – Jayant Jain Runner Up – Helen Hanson
2nd runner up – Brett Carson
Voters’ Selection Award: Experiences & Providers – Supported by Tourism Business Council SA
Winner – Monarto Safari Park
Voters’ Selection Award: Lodging – Supported by Tourism Business Council SA
Winner – BIG4 Renmark Riverfront Vacation Park
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