So this is Christmas…
…and what have you done?
Nominations for the Awards close at 11.59pm on Friday 22nd September 2023, so get your nominations in by then.
Nominate a friend or colleague who you deem worthy….or nominate yourself. But you’ve got to be in it to win it!!
The Awards categories for 2023 are:
They’re Behind You!
Best Mentor
Is there someone who has helped you in your career that you want to reward?
Someone who has always been there for you, to listen and advise on your career progression?
Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer
Best Leader
Who do you consider to be the best leader in the travel industry?
Someone who has led their team through a sticky situation, like the Covid pandemic?
Do They Know It’s Christmas?
Outstanding Work for a Charitable Cause
Do you know someone who has worked tirelessly for a charitable cause that deserves recognition?
Perhaps in response to a natural disaster, or by promoting a charity to support people in need. Someone who consistently goes over and above to help people who need support?
The Holly and The Ivy
Best Partnership
Who goes together like a horse and carriage? Could be 2 destinations who worked together on a campaign perhaps? Or 2 journalists who collaborated on a great article? The choice is yours.
Santa’s Helper
Unsung Hero
Who has always overachieved but never received the recognition they’ve always deserved?
Or perhaps you know a rising star that deserves to get noticed!
The Perfect Year
Significant Contribution to the Travel Industry
Who has made a significant contribution within the travel industry in the last year?
Is there someone that’s gone above and beyond these last 12 months?
Walking in a Winter Wonderland
Sustainability Hero
Who has made a significant contribution to promoting sustainability within travel over the last year? Have you overseen a project that deserves a reward, or have you constantly written articles that promote sustainability?
Sponsored by Switzerland Tourism
Merry Christmas Everyone
Diversity Angel
Who has made a significant contribution to promoting diversity, equality and inclusivity within travel over the last year? Have you overseen a project that deserves a reward, or have you been a driving force to make travel inclusive for everyone?
Follow the Star
Best Content Creator
Content creation comes in various forms. Who deserves to be recognized for their creativity over the last 12 months? Someone who has made a significant contribution on social media or through other forms of media perhaps?
Jingle Belle (or Beau)
PR Professional of the Year
Nominations for this award can come from anyone, but voting will be decided by media only. Who do you think deserves to be named PR professional of the year and why?
Star at the Top of the Tree
Travel Journalist of the Year
Nominations for this award can come from anyone, but voting will be decided by PRs only. Who do you think deserves to be named journalist of the year and why?
All I Want for Christmas
Outstanding Contribution
Nominations are welcome for this award, but the decision will be made by the event’s advisory panel. Who has made a significant contribution to the travel industry over the last 12 months and longer? Who deserves to be recognised as the main recipient at the event?
(We’ve created this handy guidance document to go with the awards. You can also access it via the nomination form)