Adam Stacey travel tips

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.

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. 

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. 

Korean Air has released a new in-flight safety video starring virtual humans.

Malaysia Airlines is introducing ‘Education on the Go’ content as part of in-flight entertainment offering.

Four Seasons New York Downtown has introduced a new in-room shopping experience that will allow guests to shop the Hotel’s most sought-after retail items from the comfort of their rooms. 

Qatar Airways has launched a new digital initiative designed to support cabin crew in delivering a more personalized experience for its customers in the air.

Experience Abu Dhabi has launched a new global campaign titled ‘Find Your Pace’, with the aim of inspiring curiosity ‘for every type of traveller.’

Experience Abu Dhabi has launched a new global campaign titled ‘Find Your Place’, with the aim of inspiring curiosity ‘for every type of traveller.’