Sep 11, 07 | 1:58 am
TTG Asia and TTGmice Editor Ms Raini Hamdi has been named PATA Travel Journalist of the Year 2007. The award recognises journalists who have raised the bar of quality; persisted where others might have backed off; consistently provided unique insights; and passionately championed the Asia Pacific travel and tourism industry.
"Raini has assiduously and astutely built a network of industry contacts that provide her unique access and insight into the travel and tourism community," said PATA President and CEO Mr Peter de Jong. "This has allowed her to find new angles and approaches to recurring issues and familiar destinations."
Mr de Jong added: "While a loyal supporter of the industry, recognising its intrinsic value, Raini will not shy away from an occasional strong opinion or critical note. Yet she always brings her balance and integrity and charm. In short, she has her finger on the pulse of our industry: long may it continue."
Raini will receive her award during the PATA Gold Awards luncheon at PATA Travel Mart, September 28, at the Grand Hyatt Bali.
Raini said: "I am very honoured to receive this award. I would like to thank PATA; TTG Asia management and my team, who are very supportive of me; every person I ever hounded for an interview, an angle or a view in the last 17 years; and my loved ones."
