NCVB A Winner to Close 2006
NORFOLK, Va. – December, 2006 – The Norfolk Convention and Visitors Bureau (NCVB) has been honored with the 2006 Gold Award by Meetings and Conventions Magazine, as well as the Award of Excellence from Corporate & Incentive Travel Magazine.
“We strive to be the best at what we do and recognition from within the travel industry validates our team’s efforts,” stated Anthony J. DiFilippo, NCVB President and CEO. “These awards demonstrate our commitment to meeting and convention planners. Responding to their needs is critical to our success, and we’re very proud of our results.”
The Meetings and Conventions 2006 Gold Award is presented to those organizations with outstanding excellence and commitment to being the best in the travel industry. The Corporate & Incentive Travel Award of Excellence serves as a distinction of excellence for the NCVB’s diligence in accommodating corporate meeting planners, conferences and conventions. Receiving both of these awards signifies the dedication and professionalism that the NCVB portrays daily.
The mission of the Norfolk Convention and Visitors Bureau is to generate economic growth for Norfolk by producing high volumes of visitors, tax revenues and travel related jobs.
Norfolk: From the Sea to Shining Scene of Culture & Leisure
Welcoming visitors for the past 400 years, the city of Norfolk enjoys a storied past attracting travelers seeking an exciting vacation blending history and heritage with contemporary activities and attractions. Home to the largest naval base in the world, Norfolk pays homage to its affinity and affection for its waterfront location by showcasing an easily walkable downtown district that offers eclectic dining options, burgeoning arts scene, high-end shopping, and year round special events attracting thousands of travelers.
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