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The [Japan Travel Awards](japantravelawards.com/en), an annual Japan-based competition that honors exceptional travel destinations and operators, recently announced this year's winners. After receiving almost 200 entries from across Japan, a panel of experts judged a shortlist of [16 finalists](japantravelawards.com/jta-2025-finalists-en) to determine the winners — with a focus on recognizing sustainability, diversity, inclusion, and outstanding hospitality in their tourism models.
The winners will be celebrated at the [Japan Travel Award Ceremony](japantravelawards.com/2025-award-ceremony-en) on February 12, at the Tokyo American Club.
Top Prize (Grand Prix)
[Kurabito Stay](kurabitostay.com) (Saku, Nagano Prefecture) — An interactive and sustainability-focused cultural and accommodation experience where visitors can become a “kurabito” (sake brewer) for a day.
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*Kurabito Stay is a women-owned joint venture between a 300-year-old local Kitsukura Sake Brewery and Kurabito Stay in Saku, Nagano Prefecture, a well-known sake brewing region. It operates under a philosophy that emphasizes the importance of continued tradition that tackles surface-leveled mass tourism and encourages female participation in the local labor market.*
Best Accessible Travel
[Barrier-Free Outdoor Support "wildwater"](wildwaterjapan.com) (Otsu, Shiga Prefecture): An outdoor tour operator located on Lake Biwa that provides accessible stand-up paddleboards (SUP), kayaks, canoes, and fishing experiences.
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*Founded by Takehito Kano, a former firefighter, the company utilizes harness equipment to assist wheelchair users in boarding boats and participating in water sports activities. Tour participants with mobility disabilities can experience various lake activities previously inaccessible in the region.*
Best LGBTQ+ Travel
[Ace Hotel Kyoto](acehotel.com/kyoto/) (Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture) — The first Ace Hotel in Asia and Japan, Ace Hotel Kyoto standardizes diversity and inclusivity in Japan’s hospitality sector through a range of annual events, campaigns, and collaborations.
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*With a hospitality approach that embraces inclusivity, Ace Hotel Kyoto sets a standard for diversity in the industry.*
Best Sustainable Travel
[Natural Indigo Dye Studio AiAii](aiaii.blue/pages/en) (Sumoto, Hyogo Prefecture) — A natural indigo dyeing studio that grows and ferments its own indigo plants.
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*Visitors can learn all the steps of indigo dyeing through Japanese and English bilingual workshops and dye clothing items, upcycle old items, or purchase souvenirs made with the studio’s indigo.*
Best Inbound Travel
[Samurai Trip - Kendo Experience Tour](www.samuraitrip07.com) (Ota City, Tokyo) — An immersive bilingual kendo tour curated predominantly for overseas travelers with the mission to showcase the competitive nature of the sport and its history.
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*Samurai Trip’s tours are well-curated and provide a welcoming place that introduces an important cultural aspect of Japan in an engaging style to inbound travelers.*
Best Family Travel
[Iganosato Mokumoku Tezukuri Farm](www.moku-moku.com/index.html) (Iga, Mie Prefecture) — A self-sufficient sightseeing farm that allows visitors to observe how animals contribute to our livelihood and get involved in various hands-on activities and experiences.
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*The farm offers a variety of educational practices and activities aimed at helping children think critically about important topics, such as the origins of our food and how human life depends on agriculture, animals, and farmers.*
Best Destination Development
[Hakko House Nagaoka](www.hakko-house.com) (Nagaoka, Niigata Prefecture) — A guesthouse that serves as a base for exploring Niigata’s food fermentation culture.
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*Fermented food is central to the culture and livelihood of Niigata, Japan’s “snow country.” Guests can participate in a range of activities that showcase the practices of local farms and businesses that are integral to the region's culinary heritage.*
Best Accommodation
[Hakone Honbako](hakonehonbako.com) (Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture) — A hot spring retreat with a unique historical gastronomic experience and an internal library that houses over 12,000 books that can be read and/or purchased on-site.
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*To accommodate families, the hotel introduces “Hakone Honbako Kids” events several times a year, transforming the space into a family-friendly environment that caters to guests over elementary school age.*
Best Luxury Experience
[Treeful Treehouse Sustainable Resort](en.treeful.net) (Nago, Okinawa Prefecture) — Japan’s first and only treehouse hotel.
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*Located in Okinawa’s Yanbaru Forest, the resort offers accommodations between the branches of a real tree, while introducing guests to the exclusive experience of coexisting with nature.*
Best Social Impact Award
[ume, yamazoe](www.ume-yamazoe.com) (Yamazoe, Nara Prefecture) — A modern inn renovated from an old private house that operates under the concept of being “a slightly inconvenient hotel” and “a people-friendly place” for all.
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*Through its HAJIMARI Project, the inn welcomes a minimum of 12 families each year, with at least one member living with a disability or severe illness, to experience a complimentary stay.*
Best Cultural Travel
[Templestay ZENSO](zenso.horinji.or.jp) (Chiyoda, Gumma Prefecture) — As the first guesthouse of the 700-year old Horijnji Temple and the whole of Chiyoda town, Templestay Zenso offers an authentic temple stay.
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*Guests can enjoy a peaceful retreat in the countryside, along with enriching temple activities such as zazen meditation, sutra copying, and morning prayers, while also engaging in direct conversations with the temple’s monk.*
This year’s winners will be celebrated at the [Japan Travel Awards 2025 Award Ceremony](japantravelawards.com/2025-award-ceremony-en) in the company of past winners, travel professionals, and government officials at the Tokyo American Club (Minato-ku, Tokyo) on Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
🏆 Visit the [winners page](japantravelawards.com/jta-2025-finalists-en) to learn more about each award, and information about applying for next year's competition.
It has been another great year for us at the Japan Travel Awards in Tokyo and we're thrilled to share the winners with you all. Among the 196 (record-high!) entries from across Japan, we received quite a few entries from businesses operated by very small teams and even a few run by solo operators. When we selected them as finalists in recognition of their achievements, many of them came back asking, "Why?" finding it hard to believe they could be recognized alongside major players, such as global hospitality brands.
But that's precisely why we keep doing this—the most important changes often start small. When someone recognizes the effort and brevity, it only helps these change-makers know they're on the right path.
So please cheer for these businesses, large and small, for the changes they are trying to implement in the travel industry. We hope you'll pin them down for your next Japan trip. And we hope we'll see many of you at the upcoming ceremony in Tokyo, where you can meet all these winners and other travel professionals in person.
Ally, co-founder or the Japan Travel Awards
Hi Ally,
Congratulations on yet another successful year at the Japan Travel Awards! It's truly inspiring to see such a diverse range of entries being recognised, and your commitment to spotlighting both small and large contributors to the travel industry is commendable. The focus on innovation and inclusivity sets a remarkable standard for us all.
In the spirit of celebrating achievements, I'm thrilled to share that my enterprise, Gemstone Detective, has been honoured with the Best Ethical Gemstone Tourism Enterprise 2025 award at the LUXLife Travel & Tourism Awards. We strive to promote ethical practices in gemstone tourism and are deeply honoured to be recognised alongside visionary leaders like yourself.
Looking forward to possibly connecting with some of these incredible winners and industry professionals at the upcoming ceremony in Tokyo or London, if the opportunity arises.
Thank you so much for your kind words, Kim, it really means a lot. And congratulations on receiving the Best Ethical Gemstone Tourism Enterprise 2025 - what an achievement! It's so wonderful to see dedication and creative thinking being recognized in an industry where many hard working people shy away from even applying, thinking that they won't be able to make it alongside "major players." Running award initiative is never easy, but it's profoundly motivating at the same time.
I hope we can connect either in Tokyo or London at some point! Wishing you a wonderful week ahead!
Good morning Ally,
Thanks for your reply. It's truly a privilege to be recognised, and I couldn't agree more with your sentiments about the importance of dedication and creative thinking in our industry.
Your award initiative plays such a crucial role in amplifying voices that might otherwise go unheard, and the impact of celebrating these achievements resonates far beyond the awards themselves. It's clear that initiatives like yours are instrumental in encouraging smaller enterprises to step into the spotlight with confidence.
Many years ago, I used to be an events planner, so I know all about the hard work that goes into organising such events, and it’s inspiring to see the positive changes they foster within the travel community.
Looking forward to cheering on more trailblazers together!
Warm regards,
Kim
The global community of Filipino World Travelers (FWT) proudly announces that trailblazing Filipina digital nomad and travel blogger Kach Medina Umandap has reached a historic milestone by visiting all 193 UN-recognized countries + 2 observer states. This incredible achievement, verified by NomadMania, was accomplished on January 6, 2025, when Kach completed her journey in Sudan.
Using only her Philippine passport, Kach has set a record as the first and youngest Filipino to achieve this remarkable feat without the advantage of dual citizenship or permanent residency. Her accomplishment also establishes her as the youngest woman from a developing country with a low passport index to visit every country in the world.
Upon her return to the Philippines on January 13, 2025, Kach received a hero’s welcome at Mactan Cebu International Airport. Family, friends, members of the press, and government officials gathered to celebrate her groundbreaking journey. Kach’s story has inspired Filipinos and travelers worldwide, gaining recognition from both local and international media. Congratulations Kach on inspiring millions with your unwavering spirit and determination to make the world your home!
👉 Follow Kach's blog at twomonkeystravelgroup.com and on Instagram at instagram.com/2monkeystravel
Kach's achievement is not just a personal milestone but a moment of pride for the global community of Filipino world travelers.
Her travel biography has been featured in the book 'Gala: Adventures of the Most Well-Traveled Filipinos'. Kach’s message in the book encapsulates her philosophy: “Yes, you can have the traveling life you want, earn money, and be successful at the same time.”
Read about Kach's final destination in Sudan over at filipinoworldtravelers.com/past-events/fwt-ambassador-kach-umandap-explores-sudan-on-her-193rd-country-journey.
This is an incredible achievement on a Philippines passport. As an Australian (or American, UK, EU, etc) we don't realise how lucky we are to travel freely to so many countries.
Imagine all the paperwork, interviews, and bureaucracy involved in those 100 non visa-free countries to get a visa! Let alone travelling there! 😲
Well done Kach!
A great accomplishment, even more so on a weak passport
The first civil supersonic jet made in the United States broke the sound barrier in testing above the Mojave Desert (northwest of Los Angeles). Boom Supersonic's XB-1 became the first privately funded airplane to break the sound barrier during a test flight on Tuesday, reaching Mach 1.12 (750 mph or 1500 km/h).
Commercial flights on "Overture" (Boom's supersonic airliner) are estimated to be available in 2030 and will fly at Mach 1.7 cruise — approximately twice the speed of current commercial jets.
🎬 Skip to 1:00 (1 hour) in the video for historic moment of going supersonic.
According to their website, Overture (Boom's supersonic airline) has an order book of 130 orders and pre-orders from American Airlines, United Airlines, and Japan Airlines. They recently completed the Overture Superfactory in Greensboro, North Carolina which will eventually produce over 60 Overture aircraft per year. The engines are designed to run on up to 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
Would you fly on a supersonic airplane if they became readily available?
To put into perspective, on a Boom supersonic airline you could fly London to New York in 3.5 hours (it's currently 8 hours). This means long haul flight times are cut in half.
supersonic travel can not come soon enough!!! I think it is going to be a long long wait unfortunately.
I will be taking two cruises soon:
One leaves for 4 days from/to Puerto Montt;
The other from/to Punta Arenas with a 1 day stop in the middle at Ushuaia.
Can you recommend sites, restaurants and other things to see, do and try in these cities?
Ushuaia : Avistamiento de fauna Caminar con pingüinos, Avistamiento de lobos marinos, Avistamiento de ballenas, Avistamiento de aves marinas. visitar el Parque Nacional Tierra del Fuego, hacer una excursión por el Canal Beagle, visitar el Museo del Fin del Mundo.
Los mejores restaurantes:
www.tripadvisor.co/Restaurants-g312855-zfp3-Ushuaia_Province_of_Tierra_del_Fuego_Patagonia.html
5 Bares imperdibles Ushuaia:
turismoenushuaia.com/5-bares-imperdibles-que-no-podes-dejar-de-visitar-en-ushuaia/?srsltid=AfmBOoqKA_n_HX5uSWqXFV3iBDY3doZFoXcKblyJYqsVWxGTmgwK4Gzl
Espero te sea útil , Saludos Mitch
Thank you. Gracias.
With which company are you travelling? I did the same trip with Holland America with a group 4 years ago! Amazing trip, you'll love the patagonia! In Ushuaia go to the national park and also you can do a boat through the Beagle canal (I did it with the cruise) enjoy!!!
China Insights Weekly brings together the latest stories from over 100 sources, offering you a comprehensive view of China’s rapidly evolving business, technology and tourism sectors. Our mission is to provide balanced, in-depth perspectives on the complexities and opportunities within China’s economy.
My name is Yereth Jansen, and I’m the co-founder of China Insights Weekly. I’m thrilled to see us featured on Travel Massive – a fantastic platform I’ve always admired, as I work extensively in the travel industry myself.
We started China Insights Weekly because we saw how China’s growth and innovation are affecting and reshaping industries globally, from travel and retail to cars and social media. Sooner or later, most professionals will encounter China’s influence, whether as a competitor, collaborator, or innovator. That’s why we bring together stories from over 100 sources, offering insights to help you stay ahead in this dynamic landscape.
Would love to hear your thoughts or suggestions for future topics!
Go to www.china-insights.com for the newsletter.
Barcelona-based flight tracker startup byAir has released a series of design updates and improvements in a version 2.0 of their app. The updates include improved flight stats and language translations for Finnish, Czech, and Italian.
We shared byAir on Travel Massive just a month ago and now we're shipping our first big update since then – byAir 2.0!
What’s new in byAir 2.0?
– Settings → Profile: The third tab in our app is now your Profile, giving you a glimpse of where we’re heading with byAir. Check out a full map of your flights there!
– Explore Your Flight Stats: View your travel stats and flights on a beautiful world map and easily share them with friends and family.
✨ Hint: Try to tilt your device a little bit (iOS) or touch the card (Android) and see some magic when you Share your Stats ✨
– Codeshare Flights Support: We’ve added seamless tracking for all codeshare flights – enjoy accurate and reliable updates.
– New Languages Added: Finnish, Czech, and Italian are now available, thanks to contributions from our amazing community!
Enjoy your travels with byAir 2.0!
👉 We’d love to hear from you. Let us know how you feel about this update or share your thoughts and suggestions for byAir. Your feedback helps us make the app even better for travelers like you.
Hi Maxim,
Thanks for sharing your updates, these are great enhancements!
I love the new flight stats, and learning how many times I've flown on various gear. Also it's interesting to know how many times I've visited various countries... 66 times to Germany (do I get a medal?)
Thank you so much, Ian!
We have achievements system in works so yeah, you will get a medal (or alternative) soon! :))
Just digital tho...
I really like the look and feel of the app! Would any import features from other portals be on your roadmap by coincidence? I would love to bring over my history from my.flightradar24 but entering 500 flights manually would be cumbersome.
To be honest it is already done on our backend, we just didn't add it in the app yet...
In the meantime you can send me your export file from App in the Air or MyFlightRadar24 to m.mamedov@byairapp.com and I'll be happy to import them for you!
Discover a world of tailored activities, premium airport assistance, and private transportation with our brand-new app. Designed for modern travellers, our platform is here to help you explore unique local experiences while enjoying the VIP services that will upgrade your journey.
The idea for UpgradeVIP was born after a frustrating experience during a long-haul flight to the Middle East. After landing, I found myself stuck in an endless queue, feeling like there had to be a better way to travel. That moment sparked the creation of a platform designed to make travel smoother, faster, and more personalised.
At UpgradeVIP, we solve the problem of families, corporate delegations, and some of the biggest names in sport, music, and film, easily accessing tailored VIP services when they travel.
We believe every travel plan is part of a life journey. At UpgradeVIP, our mission is to make those journeys extraordinary while empowering travel professionals to thrive.
We arrange hassle-free commission for travel professionals from ancillary revenue:
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iOS coming soon!
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Let me know your feedback, and please contact me to discuss how your clients get the experiences they want, and hassle-free commission for you.
With even more powerful tools, detailed insights, and a smarter AI-driven experience, here’s what’s included in the latest update to World Travel Index.
🚓 Safety Guide: Ratings for solo travelers, families, couples, and LGBT visitors, plus top scams and safety tips.
📊 Costs Guide: Seasonal price trends, cost-saving tips, and cheapest accommodations on maps.
🏄♂️ Activities Guide: Top activities mapped for outdoor, indoor, and free options.
🌋 Health & Disaster Insights: Ratings for health infrastructure, natural disaster risks, and more.
🪄 Magic Trip Match & Worth-It Analyzer: Smarter tools to find and evaluate destinations with ease.
Hi Travel Massive Community!
I’m Tom, founder of World Travel Index, and I’m thrilled to share our major update with you!
Since we first launched roughly a year ago, World Travel Index has already helped 50,000 users find their perfect destinations. Along the way, we’ve been fortunate to gain recognition from major outlets like CNN and the trust of professional travel companies like TUI, Rustic Pathways, and educations.com, who use us as a reliable data source.
🚀 We've also been ranked #22 in TravelTech / FinTech out of 1.9M startups by F6S.
This latest update takes the platform to the next level, with enhanced features such as:
• Interactive guides for weather, costs, and activities.
• Safety ratings tailored to different traveler types.
• Smarter planning tools powered by AI.
🌍 Try us out today at theworldtravelindex.com
We’re proud of how far we’ve come, and we’d love your feedback on what you think about the update and what we can improve next.
Thank you for supporting us on this journey and for being part of our community. Here’s to smarter travel planning in 2025!
Best regards,
Tom
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🎁 Special Offer for Travel Massive members
To celebrate this update, we’re offering an exclusive 30% discount on your first payment with code TRAVELMASSIVE30. Valid until January 22nd, 2025. Limited to the first 100 users (best value on the Lifetime Deal).
Hey Tom thanks for sharing, looks like some useful data for planning trips. Thanks!
Interesting. I'd be interested to learn about your data points. I'm not convinced on the accuracy on the African stats.
Hi Neil. Where you see accuracy problems? You can drop me a DM. I will check.
Dear Tom,
Interesting concept with great features, would love to see data/info collected for Namibia/Africa. We are building an assistance product for Namibia, with the aim to expand in Southern Africa and the info seems skewed?
First congrats on your current project in Namibia. Let me know in a DM how I can help or how we can improve our platform for your needs. Wish you all the success for the expansion in South Africa.
Hi Tom, looks like a good tool. Does the database have capability to rank destinations by criteria? I'm working on a Caribbean safety storylooking for a ranking 1-10 say of safest islands in the Carib with supporting data. Something you have available or can generate? Thanks!
Hi Bill,
yes totally possible. Check out this link:
theworldtravelindex.com/en/caribbean/islands
This is overall ranking where you can select also other criteria on a main level like safety
Here are more rankings for specific criteria, where also drop-downs for deeper filtering are available:
Costs:
theworldtravelindex.com/en/caribbean/islands/cost
Activities:
theworldtravelindex.com/en/caribbean/islands/activities
Safety:
theworldtravelindex.com/en/caribbean/islands/safety
Most worthwhile:
theworldtravelindex.com/en/caribbean/islands/infrastructure
They are all backed by statistical data. In terms of safety we are mainly relying on Numbeo and other UGC providers. Beforehand we had crime data from national and global resources but found out that this does not necessarily reflect the safety situation or impression of visitors and travelers at all.
Same is available for cities and (independent) countries in the Caribbean.
Any further questions kindly let me know.
thanks!
Very cool, a lot of really interesting data here
How's this for a travel challenge — a 13,000km road-trip to visit every road that’s named after a day in the year.
Ben Ashforth used OpenStreetMap to find all possible streets in Europe named after a day of the year, then created an algorithm to route the trip. He documented his journey and recently presented it in a 5 minute lightening talk at the Electromagnetic Field (www.emfcamp.org) camping festival in Eastnor, United Kingdom.
I came across this in the ETF chat group and thought it was worth sharing for a Friday.
You can view all the street signs on Ben's road-trip at benguin.co.uk/roads/
(Skip 30 seconds in the video to the start of the talk).
something different!!!
Mexico and Egypt will also do you good.
Keep track of the places you've been, lived, and want to visit on Travel Massive Places.
🇺🇳 All 193 UN Member States
🌍 An additional 50+ states and territories
🏆 See your ranking on the leaderboard
Hey everyone, please help beta test our latest feature!
I've created a new feature called "Places" which allows you to record the places you've been, lived, and want to go. To access the new feature, tap on "Places" in your account menu, or visit travelmassive.com/places
Why did you create this?
For over 10 years we've been asking "What is your favorite travel destination?" and "Where do you dream of traveling to?" on Travel Massive profiles. We have A LOT of responses over the years (50,000+ answers) and I'd always wanted to put this on a map. Every map tells a story, and it's a lot of fun seeing where people have travelled.
I know there's already a few apps and websites that track where you've been, but many of them are either complicated, have poor UX, and require another signup. Since we already have thousands of locations submitted by members, and our own platform, I thought I'd give it a go and create our own community map for Travel Massive! 😀
A big thanks to members who provided early testing over the past few weeks, and a special shout-out to Ric Gazarian (@global_gaz) who vetted our list of 250+ places.
A few tips:
• We're only counting countries/territories and not cities or landmarks.
• If you're on mobile, you can add multiple places at once.
• There's a couple of easter eggs... see if you can spot them, but don't reveal!
• For the micronation fans out there, we added Slowjamastan and Sealand 🤘
• Your account needs to be verified (blue checkmark) to appear on the leaderboard.
Please give this new feature a go, and let me know your feedback!
Love it!
Love it! This is so cool and super fun!
So cool!
Hopefully as this is Travel Massive we won't get all those guys who count landing at the airport as a visit!
That would indeed be a sacrilege! Maybe @Ian could add a category "transited only" to allow differentiation? We have this option at LogMy.World for the same reason ;)
This is really fun!
I've added my places on the map – looks like I've been to 32 places.
It's hard to count the US when I only visited NYC for 1 week :D But it's understandable.
I couldn't find the easter eggs :/ 🐣
Great Feature. love it.
Hi! Really nice feature, helps you track your progress in traveling:) Well done!
Another very cool and helpful tool from Travel Massive!
So fun! Love it. 🗺️
Cool. Trying it out. Cheers.
So fun!
Wonderful new feature!! Great job! Very easy to use, and fun gamification for the community :)
Great idea
It’s cool to have this.Woot!
Amazing featured!
HERE'S THE NEXT 5 UPCOMING EVENTS:
[日本語は以下］
The Japan Travel Awards is an annual event celebrating the best in inclusive and sustainable travel in Japan.
We will celebrate this year's winners and hear about their initiatives and paths to creating exceptional travel experiences in the upcoming Japan Travel Awards 2025 Ceremony and Panel Discussion on February 12 in Tokyo.
This is a great opportunity to connect with leaders in inclusive and sustainable tourism in Japan, and to meet the businesses, both large and small, that are enhancing Japan's appeal as a destination for travelers worldwide.
After the award ceremony and panel discussion, the event will wrap up with a networking session. This is an opportunity for you to meet tourism professionals, business owners, and distinguished representatives from both regional and national tourism boards across Japan. The event will be held at the Tokyo American Club, a venue that is typically exclusive to members.
Learn more about the Japan Travel Awards at japantravelawards.com/2025-winners-en
The Japan Travel Awards serves as a platform for tourism professionals dedicated to making travel more inclusive and accessible for all. We look forward to meeting you there.
SCHEDULE
16:00 - 17:15: JAPAN TRAVEL AWARDS 2025 AWARD CEREMONY
17:30 - 18:15: PANEL DISCUSSION: "THE FUTURE OF TRAVEL"
18:30 - 20:00: NETWORKING & RAFFLE
(Raffle prizes include free stays and activities from past and 2025 winning destinations)
DETAILS
Date & Time: Wed, February 12, 2025, 16:00 - 20:00 (Doors open: 15:45)
Venue: Tokyo American Club New York Ballroom (2-1-2 Azabudai, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-8649)
Cost: ¥15,000 (Free-flow Drinks 1.5h & Finger food included）
Capacity: 180
👉 Exclusive Invitation for Travel Massive Members: The first 10 people who register through Travel Massive can attend the event for free. For free registration, please sign up through the media form on the link below. (Please note that attendees must be in Tokyo on the day of the event and transportation to and from the venue is not included.)
For enquiries please contact: Ally Hongo at info@japantravelawards.com
今年も、JAPAN TRAVEL AWARDSの表彰式の開催に併せて、観光業界関係者のみなさまに向けたイベントも行います。
本年度のアワード受賞者はもちろん、素晴らしい取り組みを行う地域・企業をむかえ、パネルディスカッションやネットワーキングの時間を設ける予定です。また、審査員、メディア、旅行会社、OTA、航空会社、そして観光有識者と繋がることができる、貴重な機会となっております。
「もっといい観光を作りたい」と考える人たちが集まり、刺激を与え合えるような時間にできればと思いますので、ぜひご参加ください。
開催概要
日時
2025年2月12日 (水) 16:00 - 20:00 (開場: 15:45)
場所
東京アメリカンクラブ New York Ballroom
費用
¥15,000（飲み放題 1.5時間、豪華な軽食付）*
TravelMassiveメンバー限定ご招待：先着10名様を無料ご招待いたします！無料参加ご希望の方は、下記リンクのメディアフォームよりお申し込みください。(イベント当日に東京にいることが条件となり、会場までの交通費は含まれませんのでご注意ください。)
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Join us for a networking event and learn about meaningful travel at The LaSalle, Marriott's newest boutique luxury hotel in Chicago's Loop. If you work in travel or just simply love to travel, come by to say hi to new and old friends.
The first 20 attendees will receive a complimentary drink voucher! Additional food & beverages are available for purchase.
The event is at The LaSalle Hotel, located at 208 South LaSalle Street. We're gathering in the Library, which is off of the 21st level lobby lounge bar, Grill on 21.
Event sponsors are The LaSalle and Better Adventures, a meaningful travel company:
www.thelasallechicago.com | www.betteradventures.world
Our first Bristol Travel Massive meet up of 2025! Join fellow travel professionals to network and socialise at the Square Club in Clifton. We also have an exciting guest speaker, local author Tom Dymond.
The Square Club, Bristol's private members club for creatives, will be opening its doors for the Travel Massive meet up. Founded in 1990, The Square Club is home to over 1000 creatives, and its members receive a range of both personal and professional benefits. Find us in the club's private lower deck cocktail bar. www.thesquareclub.com
Tom Dymond is a local author who has written both about the very local - his time as a postman in south Bristol - and the very international - his sailing trip circumnavigating the globe. He'll give a short talk about his travels and will have a few copies of his books available to purchase. www.tsdymond.com
The Square Club is on Berkeley Square, near the Triangle. 15 Berkeley Square, Bristol BS8 1HB, United Kingdom.
Come along from 6pm. Guest speaker Tom Dymond talking about his travels 6.30-7pm. Plenty of time for drinks and mingling afterwards!
Look forward to seeing lots of you there
Link to event pageKick off the biggest travel fair in the world with the Travel Massive community in Berlin
Mingle and dance with travel influencers, DMO & hospitality representatives, startup founders and travel industry professionals from all around the world at Generator Berlin in the heart of Berlin at the start of ITB.
Grab your tickets quickly since the event sold out 2 weeks in advance last year with over 200 attendees!
All 100 early bird tickets sold out in one week. 150 tickets left for this year's event so don't wait until last minute.
Travel Massive first timer or long-standing regular, we're looking forward to welcoming you.
⏱ Tuesday, March 4, 2025 @ 19:00 (until late)
📍 Generator Alexanderplatz - Otto-Braun-Straße 65, 10178 Berlin
🎟 RSVP is essential. Tickets € 10 early birds (SOLD OUT) / € 20 regular price
🍺 Some free drinks offered by our sponsors
👋 Be sure to complete your Travel Massive profile so other attendees can learn about you.
🎟️ One ticket per member (no +1's). If you want to bring your team, they need to register individually here.
🪩 About Generator Berlin
Pack your bags, because Berlin beckons… Whether you’re a solo traveller, raver, history nerd or just looking to explore the German capital, our experience and design-led hotel is the perfect place to stay in central Berlin.
🌎 About Stripe
Stripe is a financial infrastructure platform for businesses. Millions of companies from the world's largest enterprises to the most ambitious start-ups use Stripe to accept payments, grow revenue and accelerate new business opportunities. Learn more at tmsv.co/stripe
📍 About Destination Digital
Destination Digital is a content and influencer marketing agency with over 13 years of experience, based in Berlin. We connect content creators, influencers, tourism boards and travel brands from around the world. 👉 Interested to learn more? Catch Bjorn at the party or just drop him an email at bjorn@destinationdigital.agency
🌎 About Travel Massive
The Travel Massive community connects thousands of tourism professionals, travel media, influencers and startups from around the world to meet, connect and share ideas. Our Berlin ITB meetups have been running since 2013 and have played host to some of Berlin's biggest travel meetups at venues across Berlin.
👉 Please note: When you register for this event we will may share your details (including email) with our event sponsors. There may also be photography during the evening.
Link to event pageThe ITT Conference stands as the premier event in the travel sector, attracting senior decision-makers from the Travel and Tourism industry. Set against the backdrop of the stunning Chia Laguna Resort on the beautiful island of Sardinia, the 2025 Conference – taking place from 2-4 June – promises a perfect blend of insightful sessions, social events, and valuable networking opportunities.
The conference is designed for ITT Members and leading personalities from the UK's travel and tourism industry.
The two mornings of conference sessions will be complemented by evening festivities, including a lively party and late-night bar, across all three nights. Delegates will also enjoy ample leisure time during the afternoons to connect and explore the breath-taking local surroundings.
😀 Network with key stakeholders, decision-makers, suppliers and clients from a variety of travel businesses.
📢 Promote your own business and share ideas with other business owners.
📈 Hear about the current industry trends, issues and challenges.
🌟 Listen to inspirational speakers and panels.
🌅 Experience a fantastic destination and hotel.
Speakers
The conference sessions will feature speakers from the travel industry and beyond. Speakers are chosen for the diverse experience and insights they can share with delegates.
The following speakers are confirmed, with further announcements appearing in the regular conference e-flyers.
BARONESS HAZARIKA (Moderator), Broadcaster, comedian and writer
BILL ALLEN, Chief Supply Officer, On The Beach
DAME IRENE HAYS, Owner and Chair, Hays Travel
KEN HUGHES, Leading Consumer Behaviouralist and The King of Customer Experience
RENE CARAYOL MBE, Leading Keynote Speaker, Author and Coach
KATE NICHOLLS, CEO, UKhospitality
GARRY WILSON, CEO, easyJet Holidays
DEBBIE O'NEIL , Managing Director, Jules Verne
ALAN CROSS , Director of Travel Agent Relations, Jet2 holidays
DAVID KELLY, Senior Vice President Continental Europe, Hilton
CHRIS HASLAM, Chief Travel Writer, The Times and The Sunday Times
KEVIN SINFIELD CBE, Former England Rugby Captain
JAMIE JONES-BUCHANAN MBE, Director of Culture, Diversity, and Inclusivity at Leeds Rhinos
🎤 See the full list of speakers and programme at tmsv.co/ITT2025Speakers
Destination & Venue
Sardinia, the second-largest island in the Mediterranean, is a place of enchanting contrasts, where rugged mountains meet pristine beaches and ancient history blends with vibrant modern life. Known for its distinctive culture and traditions, Sardinia offers a rich tapestry of experiences, from exploring the mysterious Nuragic ruins and charming medieval towns to enjoying its renowned beaches with crystal-clear waters.
Chia Laguna Resort is an exceptional destination on Sardinia’s southern coast, offering a luxurious retreat amidst some of the Mediterranean’s most stunning landscapes. The resort boasts a variety of elegant accommodations, from spacious rooms with panoramic views to private villas that provide an exclusive sanctuary. Guests can indulge in world-class amenities, including multiple gourmet dining options, serene pools, and a rejuvenating spa. The resort is also a hub for outdoor activities, with opportunities for water sports, tennis, and golf.
👉 Learn more at tmsv.co/ITT2025
Link to event pageConnect, explore, and grow at the largest digital nomad festival.
Bansko Nomad Fest brings together digital nomads, entrepreneurs and industry leaders in a way that maximises connection, collaboration and interaction.
A week-long celebration of the remote lifestyle featuring curated conference sessions, networking, community led skill shares and many fun and interactive activities. The mountain environment provides the perfect atmosphere to build relationships, whether personal or professional.
We have an action packed schedule featuring Speakers, Workshops, Activities and Entertainment.
Speaker Program
Our program features over 50+ engaging speakers on 2 stages. These are curated to be topical, informative and inspirational.
Un-conferences
We have 100 participant led unconference sessions covering a wide range of topics - if there's something you want to discuss this is your chance to put it on the agenda and find other nomads to collaborate with.
Activities
Our program includes a wide range of activities. Many of these are included in the ticket price, such as hiking, games, fitness, yoga, while others such as our now famous hot-Springs pool parties are optional add-ons.
Parties
There's much to be said for the serious part of a conference, but sometimes the best connections are made at the end of a long day. Bansko has become famous for some epic parties - the hot-springs pool parties and bonfires stand out. This year will be no exception!
Networking
The event is perfect for networking - we have a variety of lunch, dinner and drinks events programmed in, or participants have the freedom to engage in spontaneous meet-ups.
The Park Stage
The park stage will be bigger & better this year. It will still feature an entertainment program but this year will have more workshops, activities and some new "corners" focused on interaction - a games corner, a creative corner and a networking corner.
Nomad Leaders Forum
A premier two-day event designed exclusively for innovators, and decision-makers in the digital nomad space. Held right after Bansko Nomad Fest from 2-4 July, this forum offers a focused, intimate environment to collaborate and drive innovation within the nomad community.
Learn more at www.banskonomadfest.com
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