Question 1

How do I participate?

Accepted Answer

To apply for the Dutch Travel Blog Awards, you can submit one case per category you wish to apply for. 
Participants can send in max. 6 cases:
2 different blog post in two different thematic categories (see below)
1 image for Image of the Year
1 video for Video of the Year
1 post for Social Post of the Year
1 video for Social Video of the Year
Go to the "participate" page to submit your cases.
Submitting cases is possible until 15 December 2026, end of day.

Question 2

Does my case have to be a paid campaign?

Accepted Answer

Your case does not necessarily have to be a campaign. If you have travelled somewhere, without it being a cooperation, you can still use the content you created as a case. We are looking for the best travel content. So whether it is a marketing campaign or a personal story, both can be used to participate.

Question 3

Does my case have to be from 2026?

Accepted Answer

Yes, your submitted case has to be one from 2026.

Question 4

What is the deadline?

Accepted Answer

The deadline for subscription is 15 December 2026, end of day.

Question 5

How does the evaluation process work?

Accepted Answer

Every case will be evaluated by a professional jury. They will use several criteria to grade each case, but they will mainly focus on the content. On 1 February 2027, the nominees per category will be announced. This also means your fans and followers can start voting for the audience choice award. The winners of the other categories will be chosen by our professional jury. All winners will be revealed during the event on 13 March 2027.

Question 6

Can I apply for the Audience Choice Award?

Accepted Answer

The Audience Choice Award will be chosen out of all blog submissions. If you apply for one blog category, you automatically apply for the Audience Choice Award as well.

Question 7

Do I have to be present at the Award Show?

Accepted Answer

Of course we would love for you to be present at the Award Show, but you can still apply for the Awards even if you can't attend the event. That being said, we're making sure it's an evening you don't want to miss. So be there for the best networking opportunities and a great award show!

Question 8

What's the different between Social Post of the Year, Image of the Year, Social Video of the Year and Video of the Year?

Accepted Answer

Okay, we get it. These categories might need some clarification. Keep in mind that if you click on one of the images of the different categories on the homepage, you get some more information about that specific category as well.

Social Post of the Year
This is the category for all social media savvy creators. The category will be assessed based on the social post as a whole, including the photography, caption, interaction etc. A URL to your social post will do. For Reels & TikToks you can submit a case in a different category: Social Video of the Year.

Social Video of the Year
This category is intended for all those great Dutch content creators who surprise their audience with catchy or charming TikToks and Reels about travel. Looking forward to see what you have in store for us!

Image of the Year
This is a category for all the great ​photographers out there! Whether you are a professional or you're just really proud of one of your latest travel snaps. This category is open for all! Upload your best picture in the application form.

Video of the Year
With new video platforms rising up, video content is becoming more important than ever. In this category you can share all your great video content. From drone shots to YouTube video's. How do you participate? Either by uploading the video or by sharing a URL to your video content (preferred). Keep in mind that all content has to be travel related. Please note that Reels and TikToks must be submitted in the Social Video of the Year category.

Question 9

Is it possible to register for the event?

Accepted Answer

Not just yet. We will open registrations as from 1 February 2027. 
Please note that award nominees will be given priority to attend the event.

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