ACB Honored with Two Prestigious Awards
The Aruba Convention Bureau (ACB) recently achieved a significant milestone by receiving two prestigious awards and recognitions in 2024. These accolades highlight ACB’s commitment to excellence in promoting Aruba as a top destination for meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE).
Smart Star Award for Best CVB/DMO International
One of the awards presented to ACB is the Smart Star Award for Best CVB/DMO International, awarded by Smart Meetings Magazine. This award recognizes the best meeting destinations and suppliers in the industry, based on the experiences of Smart Meetings readers. It serves as a valuable resource for meeting planners seeking premier locations for their events.
Global Eventex Award: People’s Choice Destination
The second accolade is the Global Eventex Award for the 15th Annual People’s Choice Destination. Established in 2009, these awards celebrate creativity, innovation, and effectiveness in the travel industry. This recognition, presented by our esteemed partner ECO, reflects the collaborative efforts between ACB and ECO DMS to enhance Aruba’s appeal as a premier MICE destination.
A Collaborative Achievement
ACB takes pride in these ACB Awards and Recognitions, made possible through the strong support of Aruba’s local partners. The Aruba booth showcased an impressive array of 11 partners, including:
- Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
- Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino
- Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort & Casino
- JOIA Aruba by Iberostar
- Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
- The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba
- St. Regis Aruba Resort
- Arawak DMX
- Eco DMS
- Red Sail
- Epic
- De Palm DMC
A Commitment to Sustainability
A notable highlight of IMEX America is its commitment to sustainability, aiming for net-zero events by 2030. This aligns perfectly with ACB’s goals of promoting eco-friendly practices while enhancing Aruba’s reputation in the MICE industry.
Making a Powerful Impression at IMEX America
Overall, Aruba made a powerful impression at IMEX America, thanks to continuous booth activity and a packed appointment schedule. ACB had over 350 client interactions, showcasing the island’s vibrant MICE offerings. The bold new booth design made a striking statement, and the excitement surrounding the “Aruba Effect“ was palpable throughout the show.
Conclusion
The achievements of ACB at IMEX America reflect its unwavering commitment to excellence and sustainability in the MICE sector. With the support of local partners, ACB is well-positioned to continue promoting Aruba as a leading destination for meetings and events.
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