Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures flying high after big win

Luxury tour operator, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures, has won the top prize at the 2017 Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards.
  • 80 winners and medallists recognised at 2017 Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards
  • Organised by Tourism Council WA
  • Supported by State Government through Tourism Western Australia

Luxury tour operator, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures, has won the top prize at the 2017 Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards.

The family owned and operated company took out the Sir David Brand Award for Tourism for its outstanding achievement in promoting and servicing the Western Australian tourism industry.

Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures also took out Gold medals in the adventure tourism and unique accommodation categories and Silver for best tourist attraction.

Other winners included:

  • Mandurah Crab Fest - Major Festivals and Events;
  • Swan River Seaplanes - New Tourism Business;
  • Two Feet & a Heartbeat - Excellence in Food Tourism; and
  • Whiteman Park - Major Tourist Attractions.

The Sir David Brand Medal for an individual who has demonstrated extraordinary personal and professional achievements and made a significant contribution to the tourism industry was awarded to Jac Eerbeek.

Winners in 25 categories automatically become finalists in the 2017 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards, which will be held at Optus Stadium in February, 2018.

For a full list of winners, visit http://www.tourismcouncilwa.com.au

Comments attributed to Tourism Minister Paul Papalia:

"The Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards celebrate the success of some truly outstanding tourism operations and set a benchmark for all members of the State's tourism industry.

"The State Government is a proud sponsor of the awards and, on behalf of the Government, I would like to congratulate all the winners and wish them the best of luck for the national awards, which will be held at Optus Stadium next February.

"Tourism is vital to the State's economy generating about $10 billion in visitor spend a year and supporting around 27,000 businesses, including those honoured at tonight's awards. "

Minister's office - 6552 5600