WORCESTER COUNTY RECOGNIZED ACROSS MULTIPLE CATEGORIES AT STATE TOURISM AWARDS

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 11:16 AM

OCEAN CITY, Md. – Worcester County reported a strong showing at the Maryland Tourism Commission awards, noting that several local organizations and partners earned top honors for work that county officials say reflects a year of collaboration, creativity, and continued investment in… The post WORCESTER COUNTY RECOGNIZED ACROSS MULTIPLE CATEGORIES AT STATE TOURISM AWARDS appeared first on TV Delmarva Channel 33.

OCEAN CITY, Md. – Worcester County reported a strong showing at the Maryland Tourism Commission awards, noting that several local organizations and partners earned top honors for work that county officials say reflects a year of collaboration, creativity, and continued investment in Maryland’s Coast.
In a statement released by the Town of Ocean City, Tom Perlozzo, Director of Tourism and Business Development, said, “We’re honored to be recognized across so many categories, and it speaks volumes about the dedication of our staff, partners, and community. These awards inspire us to keep pushing boundaries, supporting our local industry, and telling the stories that make Maryland’s Coast unforgettable.”
According to the county’s announcement, Beach to Bay Heritage Area received Best Product or Event in the medium category for its History, Heritage and Homelands program highlighting the Lower Eastern Shore. The Ocean City Maryland Department of Tourism earned Best Product or Event in the large category for Boardwalk Rock and received Best Media and Public Relations Campaign for its “Catch a Ride” initiative.
The county also reported that D3 was recognized as Small Business of the Year. The Cooperative Partnership Award went to Visit Annapolis and Anne Arundel County, Visit Baltimore, Visit Howard County, Visit Montgomery, the Ocean City Maryland Department of Tourism, and Experience Prince George’s for their joint Meet in Maryland project. Additional honors included the Audrey Davenport Hospitality Person of the Year award, presented to Renee Seiden of Harrison Group Hotels and Restaurants, and the Tourism Ambassador of the Year award, presented to Michele Burke of Maryland’s Coast.
County officials stated that the recognitions highlight the strength of Worcester County’s tourism network and the role of local partnerships in delivering high quality visitor experiences. Information about the Maryland Travel and Tourism Summit is available at https://mdtourism.org/maryland-tourism-travel-summit/

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