DORSET tourism businesses were handed a “much needed boost in tough times” at an emotional online awards ceremony. The Dorset Tourism Awards saw 61 awards presented in 22 categories, with a final Winner of Winners prize at the end of the event. The awards were held in five sessions online on Thursday at the end of an 11-month awards programme. Entrants were judged on a combination of their entry submissions, digital presence, reviews and external evidence. The Winner of Winners title went to Bournemouth’s Marsham Court Hotel, after it collected three gold awards: Hotel of the Year; Business Events and Wedding Venue of the Year; and Dog Friendly Business of the Year.