The list will highlight stand-out stores in 10 regions, alongside 6 nationwide categories for different kinds of agency businesses.

Winning a place on TTG’s Top 50 Travel Agencies list will not only earn them recognition in the travel trade but also in a way which is meaningful for their customers, with each agency showcased at ttgtop50.com.

Winners that make the prestigious Top 50 list will be revealed at a glamorous black-tie ceremony on April 25, 2016 at the cutting-edge Vox Centre at Resorts World Birmingham.

TTG editor Pippa Jacks said: “Agent categories have become some of the most hotly contested at the TTG Travel Awards in recent years, so we’re thrilled to launch a standalone awards which focuses solely on agents.

“Our unique rating system, which will see suppliers rate the agents they’ve worked with in the last year, also means that it’s incredibly easy for agents to enter. So if you think you have what it takes to join our hot list of the 50 best agencies in the business, don’t miss your chance to be considered.”

Stores and agencies which would like to be considered for any of the 16 categories simply need to register their details at ttgtop50.com by January 29, 2016, after which they will be rated by a panel of relevant suppliers.