The first Pan-Asian Awards to reward travel industry's best storytellers

Singapore, 14 May 2025: A new era of recognition in travel storytelling has arrived with the launch of the TravMedia Awards Asia, the only awards program spanning 14 countries that celebrate excellence in travel writing, travel PR and content creation.

Organised by TravMedia, the travel industry's global media network and largest online travel news portal, the Awards aim to set a new benchmark for excellence in the region.

This year, there will be eight awards presented in the following categories:

 Media

• Travel Writer of the Year
• Content Creator of the Year
• Travel Section of the Year
• Travel Magazine of the Year
• Lifetime Achievement Award

PR

• PR Professional of the Year
• PR Team/ Agency of the Year
• Lifetime Achievement

“The TravMedia Awards Asia are designed to celebrate the very heart of the travel industry - the storytellers, communicators and creators who bring destinations to life,” said Nick Wayland, Founder & CEO of TravMedia. “It's not just about recognition, but raising the bar, fostering talent, and supporting a thriving travel media ecosystem across Asia.

“Through the awards, we will put a spotlight on the individuals and teams shaping the future of travel communication and give back to the industry by promoting a spirit of excellence and collaboration across the region.”

To enter, participants must register at travmedia.com/awardsasia. Once registered, they will be sent login information to upload their work across the various award categories.

The Awards will be judged by some of the industry's most respected editors, communicators and experts, ensuring fairness, credibility and diversity.

Winners will be announced at IMM (International Media Marketplace) Asia in Singapore on 14 October 2025.

Registration is now open. For more information, registration and submission guidelines, visit travmedia.com/awardsasia

TravMedia Awards Asia Contact:

Gaynor Reid
awardsasia@travmedia.com 
+61 (0) 491 161 531

For information on IMM Asia and sponsoring the Awards, please contact:

Julie Ott
asia@travmedia.com
+61 (0) 401 240 940

EDITORS' NOTES

TravMedia is the travel industry's only global media network. Founded in 1999 by Nick Wayland, a former travel editor seeking an easier way to research and report travel news, TravMedia is the one-stop solution trusted by travel PRs and media to network and share press releases, stories and ideas. The platform hosts thriving online communities and is an essential daily tool for collaborating and developing long-lasting professional relationships.

TravMedia provides global travel newsfeeds and connects more than 25,000 travel media and more than 20,000 travel brand PRs worldwide via an online newsroom, press release distribution, events, Journalist Alerts and daily industry updates. To learn more and register for TravMedia, visit travmedia.com.

The technology used by TravMedia has become an essential tool for journalists and PR professionals in their day-to-day activities, as they connect and share information in their working lives.

The TravMedia Awards UK are now in their fifth year. The gala event was held last night in London, attended by more than 320 media, content creators, PRs and industry professionals. The Awards are viewed as the leading global awards platform for travel media, travel communicators and travel content creators, with ceremonies in 2025/26 planned across the globe.

About IMM

TravMedia's IMM is the leading travel industry event for travel brands and destinations to connect with the media. In its 13th year, IMM hosts more than 2,500 media and international travel brands annually in six countries worldwide. Upcoming IMM events include IMM Asia in Singapore 13-14 October 2025; IMM North America in New York City on 21-22 January 2026; IMM Australia in Sydney on 26-27 February 2026; IMM Germany in Berlin on 2 March 2026; IMM UK in London on 9-10 March 2026; IMM France in Paris on 11 March 2026; IMM Brazil in Sao Paulo in April 2026. .

For more information and registration for IMM 2025 events, visit www.travmedia.com/imm or email imm@travmedia.com.