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Henderson, Nevada Wins 2011 North American Travel Journalists Association Award for Excellence in Travel Promotion
Discover Henderson video placed third in prestigious continental competition
February 14, 2012
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Henderson, Nev. – The City of Henderson Department of Cultural Arts & Tourism was recently honored by the North American Travel Journalists Association (NATJA) for excellence in travel writing, photography and promotions, winning a 2011 NATJA Award for its self-producedDiscover Henderson video. The department received third place, or bronze level, in the Destination Video category of the competition, which recognized the “best of the best” in travel media and promotion that cover all facets of the travel industry worldwide. The grand prize was awarded to Ultimate Wave Tahiti: Beyond the Wave and Seattle won silver for its CityPassvideo.
“This is an esteemed honor,” said Mayor Andy Hafen. “We’re extremely proud to win this award. This recognition carries with it the honor and privilege of Henderson being identified among many of the world’s top tourism cities. To be acknowledged for our tourism efforts on this kind of level is absolutely amazing.”
With more than 500 entries from the U.S., Mexico, Canada and other countries submitted overall, Discover Henderson was chosen for its innovative approach to a multimedia endorsement of the entire city. It captured the destination as the premier location for travelers to visit, highlighting its luxurious collection of hoteliers and shopping districts, exciting outdoor adventure opportunities, extraordinary entertainment options and variety of championship golf courses.
The award-winning Discover Henderson video is now available to view at VisitHenderson.com. For more information on Henderson, Nevada as a tourism destination, please visit us online or call the Department of Cultural Arts & Tourism at (877) 775-5252.
About the City of Henderson Department of Cultural Arts & Tourism
The City of Henderson Department of Cultural Arts & Tourism is dedicated to promoting Henderson as a leisure destination complete with innovative events, entertainment, programming and venues that celebrate diverse cultural arts, enhance tourism and enrich the economic and cultural fabric of Henderson. Ideally located between three of the world’s greatest manmade attractions, the Las Vegas Strip, Hoover Dam and the Lake Mead Recreational Area, Henderson offers over 4,000 rooms’ city-wide, luxurious resorts, championship golf courses and countless outdoor activities. To learn more about Henderson, Nevada, please call (877) 775-5252 or visit our website, VisitHenderson.com.
About the National American Travel Journalists Association
The mission of the National American Travel Journalists Association (NATJA) is to foster high quality journalism by supporting the professional development of its members, providing exceptional benefits and valuable resources, honoring the excellence of journalism throughout the world and promoting travel and leisure activities to the public at large.
“This is an esteemed honor,” said Mayor Andy Hafen. “We’re extremely proud to win this award. This recognition carries with it the honor and privilege of Henderson being identified among many of the world’s top tourism cities. To be acknowledged for our tourism efforts on this kind of level is absolutely amazing.”
With more than 500 entries from the U.S., Mexico, Canada and other countries submitted overall, Discover Henderson was chosen for its innovative approach to a multimedia endorsement of the entire city. It captured the destination as the premier location for travelers to visit, highlighting its luxurious collection of hoteliers and shopping districts, exciting outdoor adventure opportunities, extraordinary entertainment options and variety of championship golf courses.
The award-winning Discover Henderson video is now available to view at VisitHenderson.com. For more information on Henderson, Nevada as a tourism destination, please visit us online or call the Department of Cultural Arts & Tourism at (877) 775-5252.
About the City of Henderson Department of Cultural Arts & Tourism
The City of Henderson Department of Cultural Arts & Tourism is dedicated to promoting Henderson as a leisure destination complete with innovative events, entertainment, programming and venues that celebrate diverse cultural arts, enhance tourism and enrich the economic and cultural fabric of Henderson. Ideally located between three of the world’s greatest manmade attractions, the Las Vegas Strip, Hoover Dam and the Lake Mead Recreational Area, Henderson offers over 4,000 rooms’ city-wide, luxurious resorts, championship golf courses and countless outdoor activities. To learn more about Henderson, Nevada, please call (877) 775-5252 or visit our website, VisitHenderson.com.
About the National American Travel Journalists Association
The mission of the National American Travel Journalists Association (NATJA) is to foster high quality journalism by supporting the professional development of its members, providing exceptional benefits and valuable resources, honoring the excellence of journalism throughout the world and promoting travel and leisure activities to the public at large.
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