For the second year in succession, the Timezone Surfers Paradise FEC in Queensland, Australia, has won the prestigious Tourism, Hospitality and Events award at the Gold Coast Business Awards ceremony.

Juan Ulribe pictured with Emily Cleary from event sponsor Gold Coast Airport

The venue, which won the Brass Ring Award as the top FEC in the world at IAAPA last year, is run by Juan Uribe (pictured).

The award followed rigorous assessment for operational efficiency, business history, management practices, innovation, environmental practices, supporting the local community and future business planning.

The location contains a wide range of redemption games plus laser tag, bumper cars, mini-golf, shooting gallery and bowling. It has recently expanded to cover 5,000sq.m.

Juan Uribe accepts the award from Emily Cleary, concessions manager, Gold Coast Airport, the sponsors of the awards.