Tourism and Hospitality Landscape Development : GTA Honours 36 Personalities, Institutions for Outstanding Performance

Oct 27, 2024 - 16:38
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Tourism and Hospitality Landscape Development : GTA Honours 36 Personalities, Institutions for Outstanding Performance

By Adu Gyamfi Odopa

(Odopa2@gmail.com)

The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) hosted its Annual Tourism Awards at the historic Osu Castle Gardens on Friday, October 25, 2024.

It celebrated outstanding achievements in Ghana's tourism and hospitality sectors, honoring distinguished personalities and institutions that have significantly contributed to the nation's tourism landscape.

The night underscored GTA’s commitment to fostering growth in tourism and celebrated the ongoing efforts of industry stakeholders who are shaping Ghana into a preferred travel destination.

It attracted notable figures from across the tourism industry including the Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Andrew Egyapa Mercer, and his Mark Okraku Mantey.

The event was attended by GTA Board Chairman and members, CEO, Mr Akwasi Agyeman and his Deputies, Ekow Sampson (Operations) and Ben Anane Nsiah (General Services).

Leaders from diplomatic circles, industry professionals, and agency heads under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture were also present.

Md Florence Oboshie Sai Cofie served as Chairperson for the occasion, while Togbe Dr Crystal -Dzirackor, Chairman of Crystal TV Group, as the Guest of Honour.

A total of 36 awards were distributed to individuals and organizations recognized for their excellence in promoting Ghana's tourism industry.

The awards included 26 competitive categories, 8 honorary recognitions, and 2 special awards.

ACCOMMODATION

5 Star Hotel of the year - Labadi Beach Hotel - Greater Accra

4 Star Hotel of the year - The Royal Senchi Hotel - Eastern Region 

3 Star Hotel - Golden Bean Hotel

2 Star Hotel - Sogakope Beach Resort - Volta Region

1 Star Hotel - GRNMA Hotel - Central Region

Guest House - Brynx Haven - Central Region

Budget - Johnass Lodge - Upper East

Hostel - DE - BLAYS - Tema

SERVICE APARTMENT

Veronique Heights - Ashanti Region.

FOOD, BEVERAGE AND ENTERTAINMENT.

 Restaurant Grade 1 - MOKA'S Restaurant - Greater Accra.

Restaurant Grade 2 - The Buka Restaurant - Greater Accra

Restaurant Grade 3 - Conemm Catering Services - Upper East Region.

Traditional Catering - God is love - Western Region

Fast Food Establishment - Shop rites Ghana - Western Region

Drinking Bar - King David Spot - Northern Region

Night Club/Pub  - Exhale Lounge - Greater Accra

Offshore / Airline - Servair Ghana Company Ltd

TRAVEL TRADE TOUR OPERATOR

Ashanti African Tours - Central Region

TRAVEL Agency - Satguru Travel and Tour - Greater Accra

Car Rental - Nii Plants Car Rentals - Greater Accra

TOUR GUIDE

Mr Fuseni Nawaru- Eastern Region

SITE GUIDE

Justice Brobbey - Ashanti Region.

VISITOR ATTRACTION

Bisa Aberwa Museum - Western Region

DIGITAL TOURISM ICON - SDK DELE- Greater Accra.

TOURISM ORIENTED MEDIA

CITI FM/Channel One TV

SUSTAINABILITY AWARD

 Eusbett Hotel- BONO 

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