Adventure Tourism Awards

30/07/2026

🍸 007 Glamour Awaits...

The countdown is on to the most glamorous night in adventure tourism.

On Thursday, 22 October 2026, step into an evening of celebration, connection and unforgettable moments as we recognise the industry's best across Australia and New Zealand.

✨ Dress to impress in your finest 007-inspired attire.
🏆 Celebrate the incredible achievements of our finalists and winners.
🤝 Connect with industry peers from across the Tasman.
🎉 Dance the night away at the official after-party.

This is more than an awards night—it's the celebration our industry deserves.

📍 Gold Coast
📅 Thursday, 22 October 2026

🎟 Secure your tickets today and join us for the industry's night of nights.
https://app.glueup.com/event/adventure-tourism-conference-awards-2026-184081/

28/07/2026

✨ There's a category waiting for you.

From accommodation and transport to adventure experiences, travel agents and destinations, the Adventure Tourism Awards celebrate excellence across Australia's and New Zealand's youth and adventure tourism industry.

No matter your business, there's a category for you:

🏆 Best Travel Agent
🌏 Best Adventure Destination
🚌 Best Transport
🛏️ Best Accommodation
🥾 Best Multi-Day Tour / Activity
🚣 Best Day Tour / Activity
🎭 Cultural Award
🌃 Best Night Out
🌿 Eco-Tourism Award
💡 Innovation Award
⭐ Best Newcomer
👏 Industry Legend Award
🥇 Lifetime Achievement Award

Which category best represents your business?

📅 Nominations & submissions close Sunday, 13 September 2026.
https://adventuretourismawards.us.launchpad6.com/2026/nominate

24/07/2026

🎉 The countdown is on!

The biggest celebration of adventure and youth tourism in Australia and New Zealand is back.

Join us on the Gold Coast for the Adventure Tourism Conference & Awards—where our industry comes together to learn, connect and celebrate.

✨ Be inspired by industry leaders.
🤝 Build valuable new connections.
🏆 Celebrate the businesses and people shaping our industry.
🍸 Experience an unforgettable 007 Glamour Awards Night.

The event where the adventure tourism industry comes together.

🎟 Secure your tickets today.

Adventure Tourism Awards and Youth Tourism Conference recognises and celebrates the entire youth and adventure industry in Australia and New Zealand.

20/07/2026

🏆 Could your business be recognised this year?

The Adventure Tourism Awards celebrate the businesses, experiences and individuals making a significant impact across Australia's and New Zealand's youth and adventure tourism industry.

Whether you're an established operator, a growing business or an innovative newcomer, there's a category for you.

Why enter?

✔ Gain industry recognition
✔ Celebrate your team
✔ Increase your business visibility
✔ Share your story with the industry

📅 Nominations & submissions close 13 September 2026.

👉 Enter today
https://adventuretourismawards.us.launchpad6.com/2026/nominate

14/07/2026

Have you heard? Voters could now Win $1,500! 🌟

Yep that's right - to make voting even more exciting to promote this year, everyone who votes goes into the draw to win:

✈️ $1,500 Travel Dollars

The prize can only be redeemed with businesses that have entered the Adventure Tourism Awards and are is the lucky winners choice.

It's a fantastic incentive to encourage your customers to jump online and vote.

📅 Voting closes: Sunday 4 October 2026

👉 VOTE NOW https://adventuretourismawards.us.launchpad6.com/2026

09/07/2026

The countdown is on! Enter and get your early bird tickets now!
https://www.adventuretourismawards.com.au/

09/07/2026

🏆 Nominations & Voting Are Now Open!

Every day, adventure tourism operators create life-changing experiences. They inspire confidence, connect people with people and place, support regional communities, protect our wild places and create memories that last a lifetime.

Yet, they rarely stop to celebrate their own achievements.

Nominations are open for the Adventure Tourism Awards 2026 and close on September 13th so you still have plenty of time to nominate your business and get your guests voting for you!

We love to see the incredible people, businesses and experiences that make our industry so special being recognised for the magic they create.

Whether you're a family-run business, an industry pioneer, an innovative startup or a long-standing operator, an adventure destination, this is your opportunity to showcase the passion, innovation and dedication behind what you do.

This year we've made it even easier to enter, with:

✨ A longer nomination period - nominations close on 13th September
✨ Instant Live Voting Profiles
✨ Greater transparency throughout the awards - visible votes until September 20th
✨ Easy entry - only 5 submission questions!

The winners will be announced at the Adventure Tourism Awards on 22 October 2026 on the Gold Coast, following the Adventure Tourism Conference.

To everyone who gets involved—whether by entering, voting, judging or cheering on your peers—thank you for helping us celebrate an industry that continues to inspire people every single day.

TO ENTER, VOTE AND BUY TICKETS HEAD OVER TO - https://www.adventuretourismawards.com.au/

Nominate. Vote. Celebrate.