The 12th edition of the STAR Awards took place at the Radisson St. Julian's Hotel on the 23rd February 2017.
During the event, 7 nominees received a STAR Award, consisting of a glass trophy, a certificate and a monetary gift. These were:
1. Mr Ridha Ben Moussa, Front office Manager, Salini Resort Hotel
2. Ms Patricia Flores Martin, Tourist Guide
3. Mr Warren Galea, Falconer, Malta Falconry Centre
4. Ms Natalene Smith, Sales Representative, Supreme Travel
5. Mr Mark Dove, Boatman, Paradise Diving and Water Sports
6. Mr Martin Hall, Diving Instructor, Neptunes Diving Centre
The Hotel Worker of the Year for 2016 was awarded to Ms Doreen Bonnici from the Pergola Hotel & Spa.