Sarah Pennington, managing director of Classic Harbor Line in New York City and member of the PVA Board of Directors, was one of 19 New York tourism professionals recognized on May 12, at the 2026 Women In Tourism Awards produced by City Guide. Celebrating individuals who are creating exceptional visitor experiences and who encourage collaboration within the tourism industry, the awards also serve to promote women at the highest levels in tourism organizations.
Established in 1984, the Outstanding Women of Northern Kentucky awards were developed to celebrate women who live, work, or volunteer in Northern Kentucky, are making meaningful impacts across their industries, and are role models for the young women following in their footsteps. This year, Terri Bernstein, CEO of BB Riverboats, former PVA president, and active member of the association, was honored as one of the Outstanding Women of Northern Kentucky.
Their leadership, dedication, and continued service to both the passenger vessel industry and PVA make these awards well deserved for Pennington and Bernstein. Congratulations to both women and to all the honorees recognized with these awards.