The Vadodara Travel Agents Association (VTAA) is set to debut the VTAA Travel Awards on the evening of January 11, 2025, at the Polo Club, Vadodara. The event will honour the achievements and contributions of individuals and organisations shaping the future of travel, celebrating excellence and innovation within the travel and tourism industry.
Established in 2020, VTAA was formed to unite travel agents in the Vadodara district. For many years, there was no formal body to represent and support travel agents in the region. Under the leadership of Manish Shah, President of VTAA, the committee members recognised this gap and took action to create an association that could serve as a unified platform for travel professionals in the area.
Manish Shah states, “Vadodara, as a Tier 2 city in India, has been making significant contributions to the travel industry and holds immense potential for further growth. It’s time for the city to receive the recognition it deserves for its role in the industry. This landmark event will serve as a testament to the hard work and growth driving the industry in Vadodara.”
The VTAA Travel Awards 2025
The 1st VTAA Travel Awards will be a grand gathering of leading travel professionals, tourism stakeholders, and industry influencers. According to Manish, “This prestigious platform will recognise outstanding achievements and foster collaboration and innovation within the sector. The event will spotlight those who are driving progress and setting benchmarks in the travel industry.” The VTAA Travel Awards will feature several categories, including:
Hospitality Award Categories
- Best 5-Star Hotel/Resort
- Best 4-Star Hotel/Resort
- Best 3-Star Hotel/Resort
- Best Banquet and Convention Centre
- Most Popular Hotel in Vadodara
- Best Luxury Accommodation in SOU (Statue of Unity)
- Best Value Accommodation in SOU (Statue of Unity)
Travel Services Award Categories
- Best Consolidator – Airlines
- Best B2B DMC in Vadodara
- Best Visa Service Provider – Student and Immigration
- Best Visa Service Provider – Tourist and Business
- Best Inbound Tour Operator
- Best Outbound Tour Operator
- Best Group Tour Operator—Fixed Departures
- Best Adventure and Trekking Tour Operator in Vadodara
- Best Tour Operator Promoting Ecotourism in Vadodara
- Best Travel Agency – Corporate
- Best Tour Operator – Students Group
- Best Travel Agency – Women Entrepreneur
- Other Award Categories
- Best Foreign Exchange Dealer in Vadodara
- Best Travel Insurance Provider
- Best Restaurant – Gujarati Thali
- Best Speciality Restaurant
- Best Transport Service Provider
- Best Tour Guide
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