Tiqets has announced the prestigious Remarkable Venue Awards 2024 (RVAs) nominees. These awards celebrate excellence in the tourism industry by recognising exceptional museums, attractions and experiences in six countries, including the UK, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Portugal. The public can now vote for their favourites in the various categories. The winners in each category will be announced on 22 October 2024, and one will eventually be named Remarkable Venue of the Year.
The RVAs were created by Tiqets in 2017 to award venues that offer exceptional experiences and outstanding service to visitors. This year’s awards are local, focusing on excellence within specific countries. The categories for the 2024 awards are:
Best Museum
This category recognises the best-rated museums and art galleries. The nominees are Frameless, The Beatles Story, Titanic Belfast, and The National Gallery.
Best Family Experience
This award highlights the top-rated zoos, aquariums, amusement parks, theme parks, and water parks suitable for families. The nominees are London Transport Museum, London Zoo, The Gruffalo & Friends Clubhouse, and Warner Bros. Studio Evan Evans Tour.
Best Landmark
This category honours the best-rated cathedrals, churches, castles, palaces, and historic or iconic monuments. The nominees are Kew Gardens, Anfield Stadium, Windsor Castle, and the Tower of London.
Best Activity
This award celebrates locations offering exceptional tours and sightseeing, canal cruises, entertainment, culinary experiences, attractions, and activities. The nominees are The Lion King, ABBA Voyage, Hop On, Hop Off Edinburgh (Lothian Buses), and the London Eye River Cruise.
Best ‘Hidden Gem’
This category recognises unique or niche attractions that may be off the beaten track but consistently amaze visitors. The nominees are Lift 109, Ghostly Underground (Mercat Tours), Apsley House, and the Game of Thrones Studio Tour.
This year’s local events aim to highlight regional excellence and foster a sense of community among tourism industry leaders. Nominees have been selected based on feedback from more than two million customer reviews, making the awards reflect the real experiences of visitors. Winners in each category will be determined through a public voting process, culminating in a grand ceremony on 22 October at the London Transport Museum. The winners in each category will then compete for the prestigious title of most outstanding venue (Remarkable Venue) in their country, an honour awarded by a Tiqets internal panel.
Laurens Leurink, CEO of Tiqets commented, “Tiqets is proud to host the Remarkable Venue Awards, our annual celebration recognising the best venues and activities in the industry. This year, we are excited to take this to a local level, honouring top performers in each of our local markets. These events not only provide a wonderful opportunity to recognise excellence, but also strengthen our relationships with valued suppliers. We encourage everyone to support their favourite nominees by voting.”
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