Winners Of The Whitsundays Tourism Awards 2023

As someone who has been deeply entrenched in the Whitsundays tourism industry for over two decades, I can’t help but feel a tremendous sense of pride and admiration for all the remarkable businesses and individuals who were honoured at the recent Whitsundays Tourism Awards. These awards recognise excellence and celebrate the heart and soul of our region’s tourism sector. While every winner undoubtedly deserves applause, I’d like to take a moment to shine a spotlight on what I believe are the real unsung heroes of the night—the recipients of the

Best New Business was won by Cherene at Driftwood Tours.

Bob Porter Award for Outstanding Contribution by an Individual was won by Craig Turner

Award for Excellence in Customer Service by an Individual or Business was won by Three Little Birds Expresso.

The Business Legacy Achievement Award was won by Allan Milostic.

These awards stand out because they don’t require the resources or extensive applications that some of the larger categories demand.

They are a testament to the genuine passion, dedication, and unwavering commitment that can be found throughout our industry, regardless of its size.

So, let’s raise our glasses to these true, unbiased winners who embody the spirit of the Whitsundays and make our region shine even brighter in the world of tourism.

Congratulations to all the winners, and may your achievements continue to inspire us all. – Nath J

Whitsundays Tourism Award for best new business for Driftwood Tours
Whitsundays Tourism Awards 2023 Winners
Winners of the Whitsundays Tourism Awards 2023
Category Winner
Adventure Tourism Ocean Rafting
Caravan & Holiday Parks BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort
Ecotourism Bell Tents Whitsundays
Excellence in Accessible Tourism BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort
Festivals and Events Great Barrier Reef Festival
Major Tour & Transport Operators Ocean Rafting
New Tourism Business Driftwood Tours
Outstanding Contribution by a Volunteer or Volunteer Group Bowen Tourism and Business
Self-Contained Accommodation Pinnacles Airlie Beach
Tourism Retail, Hire & Services Whitsunday Coast Airport
Tour & Transport Operators Iconic Whitsunday Adventures
Unique Accommodation Cruise Whitsundays
Visitor Information Services Bowen Tourism and Business
5 Star Luxury Accommodation InterContinental Hayman Island Resort
4-4.5 Star Deluxe Accommodation Mirage Whitsundays
3 – 3.5 Star Accommodation Magnums Accommodation Airlie Beach
Best of Queensland – Accommodation Elysian Retreat
Best of Queensland – Dining Three Little Birds Espresso
Best of Queensland – Experience Portland Roads
Bob Porter Award for Outstanding Contribution by an Individual Craig Turner
Young Achiever Award James Unsworth
Award for Excellence in Customer Service by an Individual or Business Three Little Birds Espresso
Award for Most Outstanding Whitsundays Booking Service Magnums Accommodation Airlie Beach
Award for Most Outstanding Whitsundays Hospitality Venue Three Little Birds Espresso
Award for Most Outstanding Whitsundays Retailer Airlie Health Hub
Award for Most Outstanding Whitsundays Services Provider Shiift
Bowen Business of the Year Birds Fish Bar – Bowen Fishermans Seafood
Collinsville Business of the Year Pit Pony Tavern
Proserpine Business of the Year Whitsunday Creatives
Whitsundays Business of the Year Magnums Accommodation Airlie Beach
Business Legacy Achievement Award Allan Milostic
People’s Choice Award – Accommodation BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort
People’s Choice Award – Experience Ocean Rafting

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