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Competition was fierce, but in the end there could only be one winner in each category at the Manchester Tourism Awards 2007. Marketing Manchester has just announced the winners at a lavish ceremony at the Hilton, and we join the tourist board in celebrating the best of the city-region’s fast-growing tourism and leisure industry.
1 Manchester Central, Business Tourism Award
Formerly known as the G-Mex and Manchester International Conference Centre, Manchester Central is one of the premier exhibition and conference centres in the UK, housed in a former railway station. www.g-mex.co.uk
2. Radisson Edwardian, Large Hotel of the Year
Built on the site of the historic Free Trade Hall, in the heart of Manchester, the 5-star Radisson Edwardian combines a majestic building with a luxurious décor, and offers a host of first-class amenities and services. www.radissonedwardian.com/manchester
3. Urbis, Large Visitor Attraction of the Year
A stunning building designed by Ian Simpson Architects, Urbis is an exhibition centre exploring urban culture. www.urbis.org.uk
4. Manchester Craft & Design Centre, Manchester Recommends
Housed in the former Smithfield Victorian fish market in the Northern Quarter, Manchester Craft & Design Centre is one of very few places in the UK open to the public where contemporary craft is individually produced and sold on the premises. www.craftanddesign.com
5. Norman Swift - Manchester City Experience Museum & Tour, Outstanding Customer Service Award
Manchester City Football Club’s museum and tour, housed in the spectacular City of Manchester Stadium, offers a unique insight into the rich history of one of England’s Premier League clubs. www.mcfc.co.uk
6. Great John Street Hotel, Small Hotel of the Year
A Victorian schoolhouse transformed into a chic townhouse hotel with luxurious, individually designed bedrooms and suites, Great John Street Hotel is favoured by visiting rock stars and other celebrities. www.greatjohnstreet.co.uk
7. Ordsall Hall Museum, Small Visitor Attraction of the Year
Salford's stunning Grade I listed Tudor mansion dates back over 800 years and offers a unique glimpse into Tudor lifestyles. www.salford.gov.uk/museums
8. Choice Bar & Restaurant, Taste of Manchester Award
This award-winning independent modern British restaurant in Castlefield has won a host of awards and legions of loyal customers since it opened in 2001. www.choicebarandrestaurant.co.uk
9. The River Bar at the Lowry Hotel, Tourism Bar of the Year
Housed in one of Manchester’s most fashionable hotels, The River Bar features a terrace where the city’s movers and shakers like to relax over a glass of champagne or light lunch. www.thelowryhotel.com
10 Salford Triathlon, Tourism Event of the Year
A sporting extravaganza, the annual Salford Triathlon brings some of the world’s greatest athletes to Salford Quays to take the plunge, pedal and pound the pavements in pursuit of gold. www.trisalford.info
11 The French at the Midland Hotel, Tourism Restaurant of the Year
Situated in the opulent Midland Hotel, The French has long been one of Manchester’s most prestigious restaurants, offering exquisite French cuisine with a local influence. www.qhotels.co.uk
12 Rags to Bitches, Tourism Retailer of the Year
A quirky vintage boutique in Manchester’s Northern Quarter, offering unique items at affordable prices. www.rags-to-bitches.co.uk
13 TransPennine Express, Tourism Transport Provider of the Year
This train operating company offers a consistently fast, frequent and high-quality service. www.tpexpress.co.uk
14 Manchester International Festival, Tourism Website of the Year
The world's first international festival of original, new work has a fabulous website with everything you need to know about this awesome event. www.manchesterinternationalfestival.com