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Hilton, Sandals, Leonardo Hotels and Alton Towers Resort among the big winners at event industry Oscars in London
Hotel brands Hilton, Sandals, Leonardo Hotels and Alton Towers Resort were among the winners at the prestigious M&IT Awards in London on Friday. Dubbed the ‘Oscars’ of the events industry, the M&IT Awards were launched in 1987 and honour the remarkable accomplishments of industry leaders and innovators.
Leonardo Hotel & Conference Venue Hinckley Island clinched two trophies – for Best UK Hotel and Best UK Conference Centre – both first-time M&IT Awards wins for the venue. Hilton was named Best Hotel Brand, Sandals Royal Bahamian Best Overseas Hotel and Alton Towers Resort Best UK Unusual Venue.
20 awards were presented on the night including an 18th consecutive Best UK Convention Bureau win for Glasgow Convention Bureau.