Adam Stacey travel tips

From exceptional hosts to innovative properties, forward-thinking property management companies and on-the-ground suppliers and providers, the Skift Short-Term Rental Awards have been designed to shine a light on those who are driving unparalleled innovation and growth across the sector.

Following a record 350 submissions, we are delighted to announce that the winners of the 2024 Skift IDEA Awards have now been confirmed.

It’s an exciting day at Skift HQ, as we reveal the hotly anticipated finalists for the 2024 Skift IDEA Awards.

As the daily homepage for travel, our team is continuously reporting and seeking out the individuals, teams and organizations who are shaping the industry’s future. These innovators were the inspiration for creating Skift IDEA Awards all the way back in 2019, as we committed to providing a platform to celebrate the impactful and inspiring projects from brands, agencies and tech companies that solve traveler challenges, inspire change and contribute to the future of the travel industry.

As we continue to accept applications for the sixth edition of Skift IDEA Awards, we are looking forward to recognizing the individuals, teams and organizations who are helping to shape the future of travel.

As we enter the final stages of the submission window for the sixth edition of Skift IDEA Awards – which since its inception in 2019 has celebrated over 80 winners – our recognition of the most forward-thinking brands and businesses across the travel industry has never been more coveted. 

As the daily homepage for travel, Skift is the information and intelligence brand at the center of it all, with our team continuously reporting on the innovators that are disrupting the status quo and leading the way to a more exciting industry. 

As someone who has been running award programs for the last decade, it’s safe to say I have seen my fair share of award submissions – the good, the bad and the ugly. So today, I am going to share some of my insider tips to make sure that your Skift IDEA Awards submission stands out in the crowd.

With submissions for the 2024 Skift IDEA Awards well underway, we are excited to introduce the first cohort of industry experts that will bring their unique perspectives and experiences to support us in selecting the 2024 Award winners. 

Now in its sixth year, the Skift IDEA Awards has become the travel industry’s most coveted achievement for excellence in design, creativity, and innovation – celebrating over 80 winners since its inception in 2019. 

Now moving into its sixth year, the Skift IDEA Awards continue to be one of the travel industry’s most coveted awards for industry professionals who are pushing the boundaries of design, creativity, and innovation. The awards recognize and celebrate the achievements of travel brands, agencies, and tech companies that are shaping the future of travel.

Moxy Hotels has partnered with digital astrology platform Sanctuary to provide users with personalized travel recommendations based on the stars.

The Skift IDEA Awards are returning for the sixth year, cementing its place as one of the travel industry’s most coveted awards for industry professionals who are pushing the boundaries of design, creativity, and innovation. 

Guests on Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas will now have the opportunity to see the world’s largest kinetic art installation.

A unique hospitality and adventure experience is set to open 40km from the coastline in the Arabian Gulf. 

Destination Canada has launched the the DinkDunk Pickleball Spa, the world’s first pop-up winter pickleball spa.

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to embed itself in the day-to-day planning of our vacations, the Austrian National Tourist Office has launched its own humorous take on AI – or ‘Authentic Intelligence’ in this case.

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol has launched a new app for Apple Watch users that will provide them access to the latest information about their flight from their wrists.

A dedicated forecourt for electric vehicle (EV) charging has opened at London Gatwick Airport in the United Kingdom, the first of its kind to be introduced by an international airport. 

Spotify and Delta Air Lines have launched a new podcast series as part of their on-going partnership.

Emirates is set to introduce a selection of new vegan dishes onboard its aircraft and at lounges later this year, due to a 40% increase in customer demand for plant-based meals.