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Shortlist announced for North East Tourism Awards after tough year for sector

The nominees have been announced in 15 categories, with the winners set to be announced in March next year

A rainbow ends on the top of the Whin Sill at Hadrian's Wall one of the county's major tourist attractions.

The shortlist has been announced for the North East Tourism Awards in what has been a tough year for the sector.

Much loved museums, hotels and visitor attractions are among the nominees for the awards, which will take place in March.

The challenges facing the sector have been recognised with a new prize: the resilience and innovation award, which aims to recognise companies that have demonstrated innovation, resilience and adaptation, along with support for their local communities during the pandemic.

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The shortlist has candidates shortlisted across 15 categories. These range from camping and glamping, to ethics and sustainability - along with more traditional awards such as best hotels small and large, pub of the year and experience of the year.

Ian Thomas, of the NewcastleGateshead Initiative, said: "The tourism sector is a vitally important part of the regional economy, and the awards enable us to showcase the best of the sector.

"Recently, Northumberland National Park was voted the best in the 海角视频, two North East beaches are on a list of 海角视频's 'best kept secrets' and Newcastle was placed as one of the world's 20 most fascinating second cities by internationally renowned Rough Guides who highlighted our brilliant night-life, rich arts & culture and famous Geordie charm as reasons to visit.

“National Geographic recently included Hadrian’s Wall as one of its 35 must-visit destinations around the world in 2022, alongside the likes of Rome, Oslo and Costa Rica and that’s perfect timing for the Wall’s 1900th anniversary and a packed programme of events starting in January. These are all great reasons to celebrate our tourism sector.”