El Siglo reports that the Secretary of Tourism would renew the Tourism Awards that have been suspended for the past four years. Prizewinners are: Puerto Plata Tourism Pioneers, Luis Arturo Pelegrin and Rafael Silverio Messon. Dedication to Music: Juan Lockward, Rafael Solano, Juan de Dios (Johnny) Ventura, Felix del Rosario and Manuel Sanchez Acosta Service to DR Tourism: Jose Manuel Lovaton Jr. Contribution to DR. Hotel Development: Danilo Caro Support for Tourism: Isidro Garcia Mercedes Guest Services: Manuel Castro Longevity in Tourism: Enrique de Marchena Customs Service: Carlos Lopez Castro Air Lines Bringing the Greatest Number of Visitors to Puerto Plata: British Airways Air Lines Bringing the Greatest Number of Visitors to Santo Domingo: American Airlines Local Tour Operator: Metro Tours Travel Agent: Turinter & Norma’s Tours Restaurateurs: Ciro Cascella and Luca Piraccini Hotel Manager of the Year: Tony Ruiz (ex-Manager of the Hotel V Centenario intercontinental) Longevity in Travel Agency Service: Agencia de Viajes Martinez (San Pedro de Macoris) Guide of the Year: Sonia Maria Alburquerque (12 February 2001)
