Jennie Chua, president and CEO of Raffles Holdings, was awarded the Outstanding Contribution to Tourism Award earlier this month at Singapore Tourism Board’s (STB) 20th Tourism Awards.

Held at the Esplanade Concert Hall in front of 1,400 guests, the presentations were attended by His Excellency SR Nathan, President of Singapore.

Accolades were also taken by Swissotel The Stamford (Tourism Host of the Year, Hotel); Sentosa Leisure Group (Tourism Host of the Year, Leisure Attraction); The Ritz-Carlton, Millennia Singapore (Best Accommodation Experience, Deluxe Hotel) and Singapore Zoo (Best Leisure Attraction Experience).

The new category of Tourism Host of the Year, Spa, was won by RafflesAmrita Spa, while the Best Spa Experience award went to Spa Botanica.

Simon Israel, chair of STB, said: “The winners and finalists of the 20th Tourism Awards have all demonstrated their unique ability to add that extra touch in creating unique experiences and distinctive service elements for our visitors.

“It is this spirit of innovation and the willingness to go the extra mile which ensures Singapore remains attractive as a destination.” Details: www.visitsingapore.com