Entries Now Open: Skift IDEA Awards 2026 💡

Submissions are open for the travel industry's most coveted innovation awards. Secure your submission early for the best entry rate.

View in browser Unsubscribe   The 2026 Skift IDEA Awards Have Arrived Recognizing the Ideas Defining the Future of Travel VIEW THE CATEGORIES Hi there, Submissions are now open for the eighth edition of the Skift IDEA Awards, the travel industry's most coveted achievement honoring innovation, creativity, and meaningful impact. As we begin 2026 with renewed energy and a focus on progress, the Skift IDEA Awards continue to spotlight the brands, teams, and thinkers pushing the industry forward. For the eighth year, the program will celebrate work that redefines design, problem-solving, and innovation, and shapes what's next for travel. Secure the Best Entry Rate Early entry pricing is now available until March 13. Purchase your entries now at the lowest rate and work on them at your own pace. You'll have until July 1 to edit and finalize all submissions. For 2026, all payments will be processed through Skift's in-house payment system, MySkift, making the entry process simpler and more user-friendly. Entrants submitting to multiple categories can pay for all submissions at once, with a 20% multi-entry discount automatically applied at checkout. Purchase Entries at the Lowest Price 2026 Award Categories Industry Innovators: - Hospitality - Tourism - Business Travel - Airlines & Airports  - Tour Operators - Activities & Attractions Change Makers: - Sustainability - People & Community - Leadership - Rising Star - DEI Champion Travel Technology: - Operational Streamlining - Workforce Efficiency - Traveler Journey - Sustainability Tech - Best Use of AI Problem Solvers: - Business Outcomes - Data Provider - Communications Creative Thinkers: - Marketing - Content - Creative Design - Physical Experiences Short-Term Rentals: - Best Properties - Guest Experience - Property Management Meetings & Events (Presented by Skift Meetings): - Hotels - Venues & Convention Centers - Destination Marketing Organizations - Event Technology - Cruise Lines Why Enter the Skift IDEA Awards? Winning, or even being shortlisted, puts your work in front of the most influential audience in travel. Finalists and winners receive: Recognition from Skift's editorial team and a panel of respected industry judges Editorial coverage on Skift.com and amplification across Skift's marketing channels Visibility at Skift Global Forum 2026 One complimentary ticket to Skift Global Forum, plus 25% off additional tickets A personalized branding kit to share your achievement with customers, partners, and the press A physical trophy to celebrate with your team GET STARTED ON YOUR ENTRY Defining the future of travel. Skift. 35 W 31st St., New York, NY, 10001, USA Follow Us: LinkedIn   |  X   |  Facebook   |  Whatsapp   |  Bluesky   |  Threads You received this because you are subscribed to Marketing Emails from Skift. For Gmail users: If you are using the tabbed inbox, Skift emails may be pushed to the 'Promotions' tab. To get updates from Skift direct to your primary inbox, drag and drop this email to that tab.