BGTW International Tourism Awards 2026: Finalists

Launched over 40 years ago, the BGTW International Tourism Awards scheme recognises excellence in tourism projects in three categories.

Trophy

ITA Categories

Best UK Tourism Project

Best Europe Tourism Project

Best Wider World Tourism Project

Alarm

Key Dates

Finalist Reveal:
11th September – The Newman (Members)

Winners Announced:
2 November – Gala Dinner (Tickets)

Campaign

Partnerships

Support the ITAs.
Put your brand on stage with a partnership.

2026 Partner Deck
Email: [email protected]

 

The ITA 2026 Finalists

Guild members really do travel the world, reporting back on projects and initiatives they think deserve notice. Some projects have cost millions and are well-publicised; others are simpler community projects that take just as much effort and love. For the ITA, projects are proposed by members. Once verified, nominated projects are put out to BGTW members for voting. Winners will be announced at the BGTW Annual Gala Awards Dinner at The Underglobe on 2 November 2026.

ITA Partnership Options

Best UK Tourism Project Finalists

Finalists announced 11th September 2026

Best Europe Tourism Project Finalists

Finalists announced 11th September 2026

Best Wider World Tourism Project Finalists

Finalists announced 11th September 2026

2026 ITA Longlist Merit Awards

Best UK Tourism Project

  • To follow

Best Europe Tourism Project

  • To follow

Best Wider World Tourism Project

  • To follow

Winners, Finalists & Longlist Recognition

The three winners were announced at the BGTW Gala Dinner on 3 November in central London, on the eve of World Travel Market. However, with the ITA’s purpose to raise awareness of lesser-known tourism projects across the world, the remaining finalists will receive a ‘Finalist’ certificate, with the other tourism projects that were nominated but didn’t make the shortlist receiving a BGTW Merit Award.

Commission A Member

Editor in search of your next feature or photographer? Looking for the most suitable writer to host in your destination? Producer seeking a presenter? Search our database of accredited members.
MEMBERS DATABASE

Become A Member

Join the BGTW to be part of the UK’s only accredited travel media association and enjoy benefits including profile listing, a press card, exclusive discounts, and multiple annual networking and skills development events.
APPLY NOW

Partner With Us

Host our AGM, partner with our Better World Symposium or our Annual Gala Awards Dinner, organise a group trip, or host a members’ event in the UK. There are plenty of ways to connect with our award-winning members.
PARTNER DECK