The fact that many people are opting to stay in the UK for their holidays made 2009 a "great year" for tourism in Norfolk.
This is according to editor of the EDP Peter Waters, who was speaking at the newspaper”s Tourism in Norfolk Awards.
He noted that the area is home to a "fantastic array of visitor attractions", as well as "beautiful countryside" and a coastline, all of which may tempt people to book Norfolk holiday cottages.
Chair of Norfolk Tourism Michael Timewell also praised the firms that operate in the area, stating that the county has a "diverse range" of high-quality tourism businesses.
Accolades were given out for 15 categories, which included Best Visitor Information Centre and an award honouring sustainable tourism.
Earlier this month, Norfolk Tourism team manager Lydia Smith told the Norwich Eastern Daily Press that the 2012 Olympic Games will help bring more tourists to the county.
Posted by Matt Smith
