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Thank you to all of our partners who are supporting The Travel Industry Awards 2025 by TTG. It’s going to be another exciting year working together...
If you would like to find out more about sponsorship opportunities for 2025, please contact Justin Berman via jberman@ttgmedia.com, or call on +44 (0) 07917 158677
Premier partners
Intrepid Travel has been a world leader in responsible travel for 35 years. The company’s mission is to create positive change through the joy of travel, which comes to life on more than 900 trips all designed to truly experience local culture.
With its own network of destination management companies in 28 countries, Intrepid has unique local expertise and perspectives. Globally recognised for their commitment to transparency and ethical travel, they became B-Corp Certified in 2018.
Intrepid Travel is also the first tour operator with near-term science-based climate targets through the Science Based Targets Initiative, and its not-for-profit, The Intrepid Foundation, has raised more than £8.7million for more than 160 partners.
In December 2024, Intrepid was named a Which? Recommended Provider for Escorted Tours. Its CEO was named CEO of the Year at the Australian Executive of the Year Awards 2024.
Morocco – Kingdom of light.
Encounter a country with a unique, sensory, and intensely human experience. A country of many splendours, where culture shines in the street, in the palaces, and in the cuisine, Morocco is a bright land that stimulates the senses. Sweet scents, lively and languid rhythms intertwine, and everything is prone to spark surprise and smiles.
From the light-flooded alleys of Marrakech to the radiant medina of Fez, through the mysteries of Tangier and the green valleys of the Atlas, across Morocco, light is a source of inspiration, creation, and energy.
TUI is one of the world's leading tourism groups and operates worldwide. TUI UK is the business behind First Choice, Marella Cruises and Crystal Ski Holidays brands, as well as TUI Cities, TUI Lakes & Mountains, TUI Tours, TUI River Cruises, and its leisure hotel brands TUI Blue, Holiday Villages, Magic Life and more. Part of one of the four regions within the Markets + Airline business division at TUI the tourism business fulfills package holidays, components and ancillaries to a large customer base in more than a dozen source markets.
TUI UK & Ireland has a team of over 11,000 employees and its full holiday programme serves millions of customers each year. TUI Airways, part of TUI Airline, operates to over 80 destinations in 32 countries with 70 aircraft from 23 UK and Ireland airports with 69 aircraft. TUI UK & Ireland work with independent agents and has a retail estate made up of more than 330 retail stores including TUI superstores where TUI’s travel experts take care of all customers' needs.
For over four decades, World Travel Market has been the home of the world’s travel trade.
From tourism to travel to transportation, whether you’re a graduate or Government minister, WTM is where the world comes together to connect, learn, and do business.
With everything you could need to know and grow in one place, WTM is the easiest, most resourceful way to get networked, saving time, money, and effort on the way.
Bringing together over 45,000 travel professionals including over 5,000 pre-vetted buyers WTM London 2025 will take place on 4-6 November at Excel London, come and be part of the world’s most exciting travel community.
Partners
Touring & Adventure Expert of the Year sponsor
AE Expeditions (part of Aurora Expeditions) is an award-winning Australian-owned expedition company pioneering experiential travel for over 34 years.
A Certified B Corporation™️, AE Expeditions is deeply committed to environmentally responsible travel, and we take real actions for the care of the planet. Founded on the guiding principles of adventure and endless exploration, the small ship experience is intimate and friendly, taking travellers on perspective-altering experiences to the planet’s most remote and incredible places.
AE Expeditions two purpose-built small ships, Greg Mortimer and Sylvia Earle are designed for global discovery. The company’s third ship, Douglas Mawson, will set sail in December 2025.
Event partner
Ambassador Cruise Line is a brand-new premium-value cruise line. It is the first new British cruise line to be launched since 2010. Its purpose is to inspire and delight every guest to enjoy an authentic cruise experience effortlessly, and sustainably.
Ambassador sails for the British market from London Tilbury with a focus on premium-value. Ambassador Cruise Line’s first ship, Ambience, set sail from Tilbury in April 2022 on an ex-UK no-fly range of voyages and is designed to carry up to 1,400 guests in 798 cabins. Ambassador’s second ship, Ambition, will enter service in May 2023, carrying 1,200 guests in 714 cabins. She will operate itineraries from London Tilbury but will also offer cruises from six UK regional departure ports including Newcastle, Dundee, Liverpool, Belfast, Bristol and Falmouth.
Ambassador Cruise Line is adult-focussed and age-inclusive but primarily aimed at the 50-plus market. The cruise line will run a number of multi-generation cruises over the summer holidays.
Ambassador will deliver distinguished cuisine, fascinating voyages on a classic cruise ship, great entertainment, like-minded guests and treasured destinations. Delivering a seamless, authentic, and enriching cruise experience.
UK & Ireland Travel Company of the Year sponsor
Avis works successfully with over one hundred Tour Operators, Travel Agencies and Global Partnerships including Airlines, hotels, credit card and member schemes . Our partners recognise the importance of selecting a reputable car hire provider to form a crucial part of their benefits package for their customers.
Today Avis is a global brand, with 5,000 rental locations in 165 countries. To ensure our customers enjoy a truly global service, we explore every opportunity to create and satisfy local demand everywhere we operate, choosing the rental locations most convenient for our customers. This approach has resulted in our exceptional international presence.
New Travel Agent of the Year sponsor
YOUR NEXT FAVOURITE SMALL SHIP CRUISE LINE
By going beyond the traditional cruise experience, offering longer stays and overnights allows immersive discoveries for guests to reach renowned ports around the world and dock in smaller, off-the-beaten path locations that larger cruise ships cannot access.
LEADERS IN DESTINATION IMMERSION® Azamara are committed to taking people beyond the initial layers of a city and bringing them to the heart of a destination by offering its country intensive itineraries, immersive land programmes and Extended Destination Days. Providing more time in ports and overnights in each destination, giving travellers the opportunity to connect with the local culture and change their perspective on how they view the world.
Family Holidays Provider of the Year sponsor
Pre-pandemic, Birmingham Airport handled c13m passengers a year and c35m people live within its two-hour catchment – half the population of the UK. It is one of the West Midlands’ largest employers, creating jobs for 30,900 people across the West Midlands and adding £1.5bn in GVA to the regional economy.
Sitting in the centre of the country’s road and rail network means that it is one of the UK’s most accessible airports.
It has also made a commitment to become a net-zero carbon airport by the year 2033, prioritising zero-carbon airport operations and minimising carbon offsets.
Ocean Cruise Line of the Year sponsor
At Blacklane, we specialize in premium global chauffeur services for leisure travellers seeking exceptional experiences. Our mission is to provide peace of mind by delivering unforgettable journeys that inspire a better future. Whether you’re planning a relaxing escape or an adventurous outing, our services are designed to elevate your travel experience.
We offer airport transfers, City-to-City rides, and chauffeur-by-the-hour bookings in over 50 countries. We’re excited to introduce our new "City to Beach" and "City to Slopes" services, seamlessly connecting you from urban centres to stunning coastlines and pristine mountains.
Our in-city on-demand services, available in Miami and Dubai, make exploring vibrant destinations easier than ever. We are committed to sustainability and setting industry standards for climate consideration, creating new opportunities for our chauffeur partners.
Event partner
Catalonia is a Mediterranean destination with a millenary history, its own culture and language, a wealthy historical and natural heritage and a temperate and mild Mediterranean climate, characterized by dry, warm summers and moderately cool winters.
Thanks to its scenic variety, Catalonia has become an appealing destination for many travellers. While the Catalan Pyrenees with their 3000 meter peaks are an ideal place for skiing, winter tourism, hiking and active tourism, the 580 kilometres of Catalan coastline combine steep cliffs with hidden coves, long sandy beaches and a wide range of water sports.
Adrenaline rushes are guaranteed for the most adventurous visitors. You can paraglide over beautiful valleys, abseil down ravines, and climb up icy walls or raft down river rapids.
Cruise Expert of the Year sponsor
Celebrity Cruises’ iconic “X” is the mark of a fleet of 14 award-winning ships redefining luxury cruise travel with cool, contemporary design and accommodation; dining, spa and entertainment experiences for modern tastes; and culturally rich and diverse destination experiences, all complemented by warm, personalised service.
Celebrity has pioneered many industry firsts at sea, including: the first use of solar panels on a cruise ship; the first to eliminate use of plastic water bottles; the first American female Captain of a cruise ship; the first-ever all-female bridge and officer team sailing; the first West African woman to work on the bridge of a cruise ship; and one of the first legal same-sex weddings performed at sea.
Driven by wanderlust and a passion for opening the world, Celebrity journeys to all seven continents, visiting nearly 300 destinations in more than 70 countries.
Apprentice of the Year sponsor
Dream destinations. Immersive experiences. Awesome people. Contiki is the complete travel experience for 18-35s. We run 200+ epic trips worldwide – from the classic European road trip to island hopping in Asia, an African safari, and bucket list adventures in the Americas. All the stress? We take care of it. All the good stuff? We pack it in. Itineraries are crafted with the perfect mix of iconic sights, off-the-beaten-path moments, and plenty of free time. Plus, our MAKE TRAVEL MATTER™ Experiences support local communities and the planet. Contiki delivers unforgettable holidays with personality and purpose.
Positive Impact in Travel Award sponsor
easyJet holidays offers great-value beach, city & Italian lake holidays to more than 100 destinations across Europe. The ATOL-protected holidays company combines easyJet’s flexible flight programme, handpicked hotels and best-in-class technology to provide hassle-free personalised holiday experiences.
With low deposits of £60pp, transfers included on beach holidays, 23kg hold luggage included as standard on all bookings and over 5,000 hotels across over 500 resorts, easyJet holidays allows your customers to holiday the way they want.
We offer your customers the ultimate in terms of booking flexibility. Amend holidays right up until 28 days before departure.
The holidays operator is an Abta member too, providing additional reassurance under the UK’s most trusted travel scheme.
Tour Operator of the Year – Large sponsor
Hurtigruten is one of the world’s great journeys, sailing and caring for the Norwegian coast since 1893. They are proud to be a national icon for generations of Norwegians and to have a special place in the hearts of their guests from around the world.
The Original voyages connect 34 coastal communities. It is the classic way to travel the Norwegian coast as a local and has rightly become known as ‘The World’s Most Beautiful Voyage’.
To mark their 130-year anniversary in 2023, they launched an exclusive range of Signature cruises. These premium sailings showcase their favourite places of Norway’s coast with several hours spent in each port. They have also begun their most ambitious sustainability initiative ever in their 130-year history: to develop zero-emission ships to the Norwegian coast by 2030.
Tour Operator of the Year – Small sponsor
Hurtigruten Expeditions is the world’s leading expedition cruise line, offering unique small-ship and land-based adventures from pole to pole – and anywhere in between. We take our guests to the most spectacular areas on the planet, offering a mix of pristine wilderness and visits to genuine local communities. With sustainability and exploration at its core, Hurtigruten Expeditions offers exploration of more than 250 destinations across 30+ countries, including Antarctica, Alaska, the Northwest Passage, Greenland, Iceland, Svalbard, Norway, the British Isles, South America, the Caribbean and more.
Hurtigruten Expedition’s fleet of 7 small-size custom-built expedition cruise ships include the world’s first battery-hybrid powered cruise ships, all offering big adventures on small ships — guided by hand-picked experts from Hurtigruten Expedition Teams. Our commitment to safety is as absolute as our passion for exploration. Everyone on a Hurtigruten adventure will always be – and feel – safe, comfortable – and excited!
Expedition Cruise Line of the Year sponsor
With over 85 years’ expertise and passion for the great outdoors, Inghams walking holidays are done differently. Say hello to Stay-and Walk holidays in some of the most beautiful parts of Europe. With no set itineraries, no moving hotel every night, the guests set the pace and walk as much or as little as they like. They just pick their base, unpack and start exploring in any one of the 79 resorts in seven countries that are on offer. With tailored tips, local resort teams and expert-led walks, Inghams are with you at every step. So, pack your boots and your love for the great outdoors and they’ll handle the rest.
Airline of the Year sponsor
Mail Metro Media is the advertising home of some of the UK’s most engaged news brands: Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday, MailOnline, Metro, i newspaper, inews.co.uk and The Telegraph (print products). The team provides a single point of contact across print, digital and apps, allowing advertisers easy access to the millions of consumers who engage with our brands every day. With award-winning travel content published across our portfolio of platforms and reaching more than 1 in 5 UK adults every day, it’s no surprise that we are our readers’ first choice for holiday inspiration.
Best Place to Work in Travel Sponsor
Mangia’s, owned by Aeroviaggi S.p.A. ranks 1st among Italian hotel chains and 4th internationally by number of keys in the 5-star and luxury segment, according to the Hotels & Chains Report 2024 by Horwath HTL.
With 16 exclusive properties across Sicily and Sardinia, Mangia’s welcomes both Italian and international guests, offering a high-quality, authentic Made in Italy experience.
Founded by Antonio Mangia in 1973, the company celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2023. In 2021, it launched a major rebranding process, strengthened by a strategic partnership with Blackstone and HIP, which initiated an ambitious renovation and repositioning plan across the entire portfolio.
Mangia’s operates two city hotels in Palermo: the iconic Grand Hotel et Des Palmes and Palazzo Gallo Favaloro. In Sicily, the collection includes ten resorts and clubs: Mangia’s Brucoli, Sicily, Autograph Collection Hotels, near Syracuse; Mangia’s Torre del Barone Resort & SPA, near Sciacca; Mangia’s Selinunte Resort, in the province of Trapani; Mangia’s Favignana Resort, on the island of Favignana; Mangia’s Pollina Resort and Mangia’s Himera Resort, in the Cefalù and Palermo area; finally the MClub Cala Regina, Alicudi, and Lipari, located in the province of Agrigento.
The portfolio is completed by four properties in northern Sardinia: Mangia’s Santa Teresa Sardinia, Curio Collection by Hilton, overlooking the bay of Santa Reparata; the newly opened Mangia’s Sardinia Resort in Santa Teresa Gallura; TUI BLUE Budoni, in the popular seaside town of Budoni and MClub Del Golfo, in Marina di Sorso.
Looking ahead, Mangia’s will expand its vision with the opening of a new resort in Kamarina in 2026, in the Ragusa area - a project set to revolutionise the tourism offering across the entire Mediterranean basin.
Manager of the Year sponsor
MSC Cruises for a Greater Beauty
MSC Cruises has a deep-rooted heritage and longstanding connection to the sea, spanning generations. This passion drives the brand’s commitment to inspiring future generations through unforgettable journeys.
Each cruise is designed to be a voyage of discovery, offering guests an enriching and immersive experience. On board, guests can enjoy international cuisine, world-class entertainment, award-winning family programmes, and the latest in user-friendly technology, all within a safe and welcoming environment.
Discover more at mscbook.co.uk
Holiday Essentials Provider of the Year Sponsor
Newmarket Holidays is a multi-award winning, independently owned tour operator, providing a portfolio of escorted trips, resort-centred stays, and event-focused tours throughout the world. Founded in 1983 the core proposition is to offer quality, value for money experiences and high standards of customer care which is integral to Newmarket Holidays’ operations. This is reflected in the meticulously designed details of each tour and holiday, encompassing everything from accommodation to on-the-ground arrangements.
Renowned for developing and offering a wide selection of escorted, air-inclusive tours within the UK, Europe, the Americas, India and Southeast Asia, Newmarket Holidays also presents a range of ocean and river cruises. Additionally, the company is a popular provider of unique experiences such as Lapland, the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Championships and concerts with the classical violinist and orchestra leader André Rieu.
Event partner
A river cruise with Riviera Travel is an experience your customers will never forget. Not just because of the breathtaking destinations they’ll discover, but because of all the ways we’ll enhance their time with us and bring each moment to life.
As your customers drift along in five-star luxury, our cruise directors and concierges are always on hand to make sure their every need is taken care of. When they dock, our expert tour guides will be ready to share their wealth of local knowledge (and best-kept secrets) to ensure you have the best experience possible.
When your customers are on board one of our 13 river cruise ships, there’re staying in a floating, luxury boutique hotel. Our fine fleet is truly world-class. In 2019 we introduced two brand-new five-star ships: MS George Eliot and MS William Wordsworth, and 2020 will see the addition of another all-suite five-star vessel, MS Geoffrey Chaucer.
Accessible Holidays Provider of the Year Sponsor
The Tourism Institute of Spain (TURESPAÑA) is the national institution ascribed to the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Tourism, devoted to promote Spain as a tourist destination abroad.
Turespaña activity consists of planning, monitoring, developing and executing actions that offer each traveller personalised products and destinations, positioning the Spanish tourism brand as a leader in sustainable tourism.
Turespaña is present worldwide through a network of 33 Spanish Tourist Offices operating in 47 outbound tourist markets, grouped in eight geographical areas. These offices liaise and collaborate with travel agents, tour operators and other tourist stakeholders to support the tourism sector of the 17 autonomous communities of Spain. Main duties include tourism reports, market research, extensive B2B and B2C optimised marketing activities, as well as communication and PR actions in accordance with the tourist destinations’ operational and promotional plans.
Tourist Board of the Year sponsor
We, Travelzoo®, are the club for travel enthusiasts. We reach 30 million travelers. Club Members receive Club Offers personally reviewed by our deal experts around the globe. We have our finger on the pulse of outstanding travel, entertainment, and lifestyle experiences. We work in partnership with thousands of top travel suppliers—our long-standing relationships give us access to irresistible deals.
Event partner
At Titan, we create incredible travel experiences. Our effortless adventures take you to destinations around the world, where you’ll see more and do more – see epic landscapes, explore culturally rich cities, taste exquisite food and meet extraordinary people.
At Titan, we go further for you to get more from your tour and that’s why we’re the UK’s most awarded escorted tour company.
Diversity Trailblazer of the Year sponsor
With over 1,000 Members, The Travel Network Group is the UK’s largest independent travel membership organisation providing a range of propositions, products and services that enable new and existing travel businesses to operate within the travel sector. Its key differentiator is the unique way in which it puts its members at the heart of its business through delivering market-leading help, guidance and support. In 2018, through its annual membership survey undertaken in association with the Institute of Customer Service, the Group achieved a score of 87.5, rating the company as providing a world-class service to its Members.
Home-based Travel Agent of the Year sponsor
Virgin Voyages is on a mission to create the world’s most irresistible travel brand. They’re seeking to redefine what your clients should expect from a holiday at sea and create an Epic Sea Change For All.
Virgin Voyages first ship, Scarlet Lady, is ready to set sail from Miami very soon. She’s unlike any other ship you’ve ever met. With RockStar Quarters, champagne on demand and amazing food, this is cruising but not as you know it.
Voyage Store acts as an extension of Virgin Voyages and they are our preferred distributor of Virgin Voyage packages to the UK trade. They like your booking journey as streamlined as possible. That’s why their dedicated Voyage Store team are there to assist you through every step of the booking process.
Voyage Store’s expert knowledge and advice can help you to tailor any package to meet your individual Sailor needs. With the option to extend your Sailor’s trip with a pre or post-stay to see more of the region they are setting sail from.
Register here to become a Voyage Store partner.
High Street Travel Agent of the year Sponsor
With over 40 years of expertise, we’re a leading hospitality group in Greece and Cyprus, managing a portfolio of 15,000 rooms across exceptional Mediterranean destinations.
Our brands – Atlantica Hotels & Resorts, Mare Resorts, Aphrodite Hills Resort, and the upcoming APHI & AMOH (launching 2026) – embody our commitment to people, positive impact, and transformative experiences
Like the ever-moving sea, we embrace new frontiers, spreading positive energy among our team, guests, and local communities.
Travel Legend of the Year sponsor
Wendy Wu Tours is the UK’s leading touring specialist, offering extraordinary tours to Japan, China and the Far East, Southeast Asia, India, Sri Lanka, The Middle East, Central Asia, South America, Europe and beyond.
Our fully-inclusive tours provide unbeatable value and include international flights, accommodation, meals, touring, transportation, transfers and even visas. Our tour groups are led by local guides, born and raised in the country our customers are exploring - these National Escorts are the best in the industry and an absolute asset to our award-winning tours.
With over 25 years of experience in offering incredible, immersive and authentic escorted touring across the world, nobody does it better.
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