What is it and how does it work?
What are the Kaoonta Awards?
The Kaoonta Awards celebrate outstanding local businesses, destinations, restaurants, and experiences that make a meaningful impact on their customers and communities. Unlike competitive rankings, this award is purely a certificate of recognition — honoring companies that consistently deliver quality, service, and value.
We believe that recognition matters, and every business that goes above and beyond for its customers deserves to be celebrated. The Kaoonta Recognition Award is our way of saying “We see you, and we appreciate you.”
How are recipients selected?
Recipients are chosen based on:
Positive customer feedback — collected from multiple sources, including Kaoonta user submissions and verified Google Business reviews.
Commitment to service excellence — delivering consistent quality and memorable experiences.
Local impact — contributing positively to the community and supporting sustainable growth.
By including Google Business data, we ensure that the recognition reflects genuine public sentiment and is backed by trusted, publicly available feedback.
Why it matters
A Kaoonta Award signals to customers that your business is trusted, appreciated, and celebrated in the community. It’s not just a certificate — it’s a public acknowledgment of your hard work, dedication, and the positive experiences you create every day.
If you want, I can also make a policy-style criteria section like Tripadvisor’s to clearly explain eligibility, including how the Google Business review data is factored in. That would make it feel more official and credible.