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ANNUAL DR KENNETH KAUNDA DISTRICT TOURISM AWARDS
The Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality District Economic Development & Tourism Department is delighted to introduce the annual Tourism Awards to give the local tourism sector a chance to celebrate the high level of excellence, innovation and quality in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District tourism industry. The Tourism Awards recognise those in the trade who have gone above and beyond to achieve outstanding success, setting the benchmark for the rest of the industry.
CATEGORIES:
Accommodation Conference Centre Tour Operator Restaurant SMME Tourism Product Tourist Guide Arts and Crafts
The winning entrant of each Category will be awarded a trophy and a cash prize of R10 000. KEY DATES AND DEADLINES Entry Forms are available at the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Tourism Department, Municipal Buildings, Patmore Road, Orkney and Local Municipality Offices. 22 April 2014 Entries close 16:30 28 May 2014 Tourism Awards Gala Ceremony ENTRY FORMS: By mail: Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Tourism Awards
Attention: Ms E Moloantoa P O Box X5017 Klerksdorp 2570
By Courier: Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Tourism Awards
Attention: Ms E Moloantoa Dr KK District Economic Development & Tourism Department Municipal buildings, Patmore Road
Orkney 2620 ENQUIRIES: Tel (018) 473 8000/39/56 / Fax (018) 473 2523 /
E-Mail: [email protected]/[email protected]
Entry Form
Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Tourism Awards
1. CATEGORY ENTERED: (tick appropriate box)
Accommodation (Guest House, B+B, Hotel, Self Catering, Caravan +Camping) Conference Centre Tour Operator Restaurant SMME Tourism Product Tourist Guides Arts, Crafts and Culture Other - Please state:
(Please complete a separate entry form if entering more than one category) 2. Name of Business/Company/Organisation ________________________________________________________________ (This is the name that will be used in any official award citation, publicity, etc.) Company Registration Number (if applicable) ______________________________________ Contact Person: _________________________________________________________ Physical address: _________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________Code: ________ Postal Address: _________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________Code: ________
Telephone Number: _______________________________________________ Fax Number: _______________________________________________ Mobile Number: _____________________________________________________ Email Address: _____________________________________________________ Website Address: _____________________________________________________
If the judges think your entry would be more appropriate in another category, do you consent to it being moved?
Yes No
I am rated/endorsed (please state rating, i.e. 3 Star (Tourism Grading Council of SA)
Yes No
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Membership of Associations (Optional):
ASATA (Association of S A Travel Agents
BABASA (Bed and Breakfast Association of S A
FEDHASA (Federated Hospitality Association of S A
NWP&TB (North West Parks and Tourism Board)
Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Tourism Association
Local Tourism Association
SATI (SA Tourism Institute)
SATSA (S A Tourism Services Association)
TBCSA (Tourism Business Council of S A)
THETA (Tourism, Hospitality and Sport Education and Training Authority)
Other - Please State: ___________________________________________________________
Documentation (where applicable) Yes No
Liability insurance
Public Driver’s permit / Road Transport Permit
Company liquor license
Tax Clearance Certificate
UIF registration for full-time employees
Vehicle registration papers
Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) Certificate
Company Profile
Tourist Guide Accreditation
Note: please attach certified copies of all relevant documentation 3. How long has your business been in existence: __________ years 4. Number of people employed:
Permanent Part time
5. Provide the nature of services and facilities for your business
_________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________
(Please use extra page if more space is required) 6. Who are your target markets and how do you identify them? (3)
_________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________
(Please use extra page if more space is required) 7. Describe your marketing strategies to attract each target market and detail the success/
outcomes of your strategies. _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________
(Please use extra page if more space is required)
2.
8. Explain how you achieve and maintain quality customer service throughout your business. _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________
(Please use extra page if more space is required)
9. How do you identify and provide for people with specific needs? _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________
(Please use extra page if more space is required)
10. Number of people employed:
Permanent Part time
11. Describe and demonstrate your commitment to environmental sustainability.
______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________
(Please use extra page if more space is required)
12. Describe how your business gives back to the local community. _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________
(Please use extra page if more space is required)
13. What are the future plans about your business. _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________
(Please use extra page if more space is required)
I have studied the criteria set out for the category I am entering and verify that all documentation required in the rules and regulations and listed below, are available on request. ______________________________________ _________________________ Name Designation ___________________________ ___________ ___________________ Signature Date Place ¥ Entries must be received by 16:30 on 22 April 2014. No late entries will be accepted. ¥ Send your entry to: Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Tourism Awards
Attention: Ms E Moloantoa P O Box X5017 Klerksdorp 2570
¥ Or Courier to: Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Tourism Awards
Attention: Ms E Moloantoa , Dr Kenneth Kaunda District DED Department Municipal Buildings, Patmore Road
Orkney, 2620 3.
DECLARATION
As an entrant to the Dr Kenneth Kaunda Tourism Awards, I/we certify that my/our entry document is a true reflection of my/our business. As a site visit candidate or winner I/we will agree to comply with the terms and conditions associated with being a Tourism Awards Winner, including involvement in promotional activities. Director’s/Owner’s Signature: _________________________________________________ TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Your organisation must fall within the municipal boundaries of Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality.
Only fully completed entries will be considered. Forms must be completed in black ink or typed and must be neat and legible.
The judges’ decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into
The Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality DED Department reserves the right to combine or cancel categories, dependent on the number of entries received.
Winners must allow a case study to be published as inspiring industry examples
Winners will be announced at the awards ceremony and all finalists must be available to attend the event
Winners must be available for marketing purposes including media interviews
Entry forms are available from the offices as listed below
Hand-delivered, e-mailed ([email protected]) of faxed (086 616 1590) entry forms will be recognised as valid.
Please note: If not contacted within 30 days, your organisation has not been short listed. The collection points for the forms: Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality
Local Municipalities Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality Website
To reach the above offices not later than Tuesday, 22 April 2014
Important Contact Information:
Ms Emily Moloantoa Coordinator: Tourism and Marketing Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality Tel 018 473 8000/39 Fax 018 473 2523 E-Mail: [email protected]; Ms Annelize Swarts DED Administrator Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality Tel: 018 473 8000/56 Fax: 018 473 2523 E-mail:[email protected]
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