WELCOME TO THE NEW-LOOK TRAVEL INDUSTRY AWARDS, FEATURING TTG's TOP 50 TRAVEL AGENCIES!


The TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027 will be revealed as part of the reshaped Travel Industry Awards ceremony on Thursday 22 April at the International Convention Centre, Birmingham. 

The much-loved Top 50 programme celebrates retail and homeworking excellence across sales, customer service, innovation, and responsible travel. New for 2027, each regional category expands to recognise two high street stores and two home-based agents, spotlighting even more exceptional talent across the UK & Ireland.

All categories remain free to enter and the deadline to submit is midnight on Friday 13 November.

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony which is part of the wider, brand new TTG Nexus event. If you have any questions about the categories or submissions, please email TTG's Tom Parry.

We wish you the best of luck!

CHOOSE YOUR CATEGORY

REGIONAL HIGH STREET CATEGORIES

Top Travel Agency - Central & East of England

This category will recognise the best high street travel agencies in each of 10 regions across the UK and Ireland.

Please see our list of geographical regions to make sure you enter in the correct region. Stores might be single-branch agencies, or one in larger group of stores, but answers must relate to this specific branch.

To enter, please complete Stage One of this submission form for review by the TTG team. If shortlisted, you will be asked to complete Stage Two (currently visible for reference) at least one week before a TTG representative and supplier partner visit your store in February or March 2027 to discuss your achievements in detail. You do not need to complete any questions in Stage Two at this time.

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of the wider Travel Industry Awards and Nexus event.

The top TWO in this category will win a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named category champion.

NB if you are also interested in applying to come to the Nexus event, you will find that many of the application questions are the same!

ENTRY TIPS

  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026.
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.

Top Travel Agency - North East

This category will recognise the best high street travel agencies in each of 10 regions across the UK and Ireland.

Please see our list of geographical regions to make sure you enter in the correct region. Stores might be single-branch agencies, or one in larger group of stores, but answers must relate to this specific branch.

To enter, please complete Stage One of this submission form for review by the TTG team. If shortlisted, you will be asked to complete Stage Two (currently visible for reference) at least one week before a TTG representative and supplier partner visit your store in February or March 2027 to discuss your achievements in detail. You do not need to complete any questions in Stage Two at this time.

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of the wider Travel Industry Awards and Nexus event.

The top TWO in this category will win a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named category champion.

NB if you are also interested in applying to come to the Nexus event, you will find that many of the application questions are the same!
ENTRY TIPS
  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026.
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.

Top Travel Agency - North West

This category will recognise the best high street travel agencies in each of 10 regions across the UK and Ireland.

Please see our list of geographical regions to make sure you enter in the correct region. Stores might be single-branch agencies, or one in larger group of stores, but answers must relate to this specific branch.

To enter, please complete Stage One of this submission form for review by the TTG team. If shortlisted, you will be asked to complete Stage Two (currently visible for reference) at least one week before a TTG representative and supplier partner visit your store in February or March 2027 to discuss your achievements in detail. You do not need to complete any questions in Stage Two at this time.

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of the wider Travel Industry Awards and Nexus event.

The top TWO in this category will win a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named category champion.

NB if you are also interested in applying to come to the Nexus event, you will find that many of the application questions are the same!
ENTRY TIPS
  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026.
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.

Top Travel Agency - Yorkshire

This category will recognise the best high street travel agencies in each of 10 regions across the UK and Ireland.

Please see our list of geographical regions to make sure you enter in the correct region. Stores might be single-branch agencies, or one in larger group of stores, but answers must relate to this specific branch.

To enter, please complete Stage One of this submission form for review by the TTG team. If shortlisted, you will be asked to complete Stage Two (currently visible for reference) at least one week before a TTG representative and supplier partner visit your store in February or March 2027 to discuss your achievements in detail. You do not need to complete any questions in Stage Two at this time.

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of the wider Travel Industry Awards and Nexus event.

The top TWO in this category will win a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named category champion.

NB if you are also interested in applying to come to the Nexus event, you will find that many of the application questions are the same!
ENTRY TIPS
  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026.
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.

Top Travel Agency - South East & London

This category will recognise the best high street travel agencies in each of 10 regions across the UK and Ireland.

Please see our list of geographical regions to make sure you enter in the correct region. Stores might be single-branch agencies, or one in larger group of stores, but answers must relate to this specific branch.

To enter, please complete Stage One of this submission form for review by the TTG team. If shortlisted, you will be asked to complete Stage Two (currently visible for reference) at least one week before a TTG representative and supplier partner visit your store in February or March 2027 to discuss your achievements in detail. You do not need to complete any questions in Stage Two at this time.

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of the wider Travel Industry Awards and Nexus event.

The top TWO in this category will win a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named category champion.

NB if you are also interested in applying to come to the Nexus event, you will find that many of the application questions are the same!
ENTRY TIPS
  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026.
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.

Top Travel Agency - South West

This category will recognise the best high street travel agencies in each of 10 regions across the UK and Ireland.

Please see our list of geographical regions to make sure you enter in the correct region. Stores might be single-branch agencies, or one in larger group of stores, but answers must relate to this specific branch.

To enter, please complete Stage One of this submission form for review by the TTG team. If shortlisted, you will be asked to complete Stage Two (currently visible for reference) at least one week before a TTG representative and supplier partner visit your store in February or March 2027 to discuss your achievements in detail. You do not need to complete any questions in Stage Two at this time.

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of the wider Travel Industry Awards and Nexus event.

The top TWO in this category will win a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named category champion.

NB if you are also interested in applying to come to the Nexus event, you will find that many of the application questions are the same!
ENTRY TIPS
  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026.
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.

Top Travel Agency - Scotland

This category will recognise the best high street travel agencies in each of 10 regions across the UK and Ireland.

Please see our list of geographical regions to make sure you enter in the correct region. Stores might be single-branch agencies, or one in larger group of stores, but answers must relate to this specific branch.

To enter, please complete Stage One of this submission form for review by the TTG team. If shortlisted, you will be asked to complete Stage Two (currently visible for reference) at least one week before a TTG representative and supplier partner visit your store in February or March 2027 to discuss your achievements in detail. You do not need to complete any questions in Stage Two at this time.

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of the wider Travel Industry Awards and Nexus event.

The top TWO in this category will win a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named category champion.

NB if you are also interested in applying to come to the Nexus event, you will find that many of the application questions are the same!
ENTRY TIPS
  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026.
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.

Top Travel Agency - Wales

This category will recognise the best high street travel agencies in each of 10 regions across the UK and Ireland.

Please see our list of geographical regionsto make sure you enter in the correct region. Stores might be single-branch agencies, or one in larger group of stores, but answers must relate to this specific branch.

To enter, please complete Stage One of this submission form for review by the TTG team. If shortlisted, you will be asked to complete Stage Two (currently visible for reference) at least one week before a TTG representative and supplier partner visit your store in February or March 2027 to discuss your achievements in detail. You do not need to complete any questions in Stage Two at this time.

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of the wider Travel Industry Awards and Nexus event.

The top TWO in this category will win a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named category champion.

NB if you are also interested in applying to come to the Nexus event, you will find that many of the application questions are the same!

ENTRY TIPS

  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026.
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.

Top Travel Agency - Northern Ireland

This category will recognise the best high street travel agencies in each of 10 regions across the UK and Ireland.

Please see our list of geographical regions to make sure you enter in the correct region. Stores might be single-branch agencies, or one in larger group of stores, but answers must relate to this specific branch.

To enter, please complete Stage One of this submission form for review by the TTG team. If shortlisted, you will be asked to complete Stage Two (currently visible for reference) at least one week before a TTG representative and supplier partner visit your store in February or March 2027 to discuss your achievements in detail. You do not need to complete any questions in Stage Two at this time.

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of the wider Travel Industry Awards and Nexus event.

The top TWO in this category will win a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named category champion.

NB if you are also interested in applying to come to the Nexus event, you will find that many of the application questions are the same!
ENTRY TIPS
  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026.
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.

Top Travel Agency - Republic of Ireland

This category will recognise the best high street travel agencies in each of 10 regions across the UK and Ireland.

Please see our list of geographical regions to make sure you enter in the correct region. Stores might be single-branch agencies, or one in larger group of stores, but answers must relate to this specific branch.

To enter, please complete Stage One of this submission form for review by the TTG team. If shortlisted, you will be asked to complete Stage Two (currently visible for reference) at least one week before a TTG representative and supplier partner visit your store in February or March 2027 to discuss your achievements in detail. You do not need to complete any questions in Stage Two at this time.

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of the wider Travel Industry Awards and Nexus event.

The top TWO in this category will win a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named category champion.

NB if you are also interested in applying to come to the Nexus event, you will find that many of the application questions are the same!
ENTRY TIPS
  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026.
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.

REGIONAL HOMEWORKING CATEGORIES

Top Home-based Agent - Central & East of England

This category will recognise the best home-based travel agents in each of 10 regions across the UK and Ireland. Please see our list of geographical regions to make sure you enter in the correct region.

Agents might be self-employed under a host organisation/own a franchise, or work from home as an employee of an agency. Agents might specialise in one sector such as cruise or might be generalists.

To take part, please complete this submission form which will be assessed by the TTG team to decide a shortlist. If you are shortlisted, you will then be invited to join a video call with a member of the TTG team and a supplier partner in March 2027 to chat in more detail about your achievements.

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of the wider Travel Industry Awards and Nexus event.

The top TWO in this category will win a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named category champion.

NB if you are also interested in applying to come to the Nexus event, you will find that many of the application questions are the same!

ENTRY TIPS

  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026.
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.

Top Home-based Agent - North East

This category will recognise the best home-based travel agents in each of 10 regions across the UK and Ireland. Please see our list of geographical regions to make sure you enter in the correct region.

Agents might be self-employed under a host organisation/own a franchise, or work from home as an employee of an agency. Agents might specialise in one sector such as cruise or might be generalists.

To take part, please complete this submission form which will be assessed by the TTG team to decide a shortlist. If you are shortlisted, you will then be invited to join a video call with a member of the TTG team and a supplier partner in March 2027 to chat in more detail about your achievements.

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of the wider Travel Industry Awards and Nexus event.

The top TWO in this category will win a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named category champion.

NB if you are also interested in applying to come to the Nexus event, you will find that many of the application questions are the same!
ENTRY TIPS
  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026.
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.

Top Home-based Agent - North West

This category will recognise the best home-based travel agents in each of 10 regions across the UK and Ireland. Please see our list of geographical regions to make sure you enter in the correct region.

Agents might be self-employed under a host organisation/own a franchise, or work from home as an employee of an agency. Agents might specialise in one sector such as cruise or might be generalists.

To take part, please complete this submission form which will be assessed by the TTG team to decide a shortlist. If you are shortlisted, you will then be invited to join a video call with a member of the TTG team and a supplier partner in March 2027 to chat in more detail about your achievements.

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of the wider Travel Industry Awards and Nexus event.

The top TWO in this category will win a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named category champion.

NB if you are also interested in applying to come to the Nexus event, you will find that many of the application questions are the same!

ENTRY TIPS

  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026.
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.

Top Home-based Agent - Yorkshire

This category will recognise the best home-based travel agents in each of 10 regions across the UK and Ireland. Please see our list of geographical regions to make sure you enter in the correct region.

Agents might be self-employed under a host organisation/own a franchise, or work from home as an employee of an agency. Agents might specialise in one sector such as cruise or might be generalists.

To take part, please complete this submission form which will be assessed by the TTG team to decide a shortlist. If you are shortlisted, you will then be invited to join a video call with a member of the TTG team and a supplier partner in March 2027 to chat in more detail about your achievements.

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of the wider Travel Industry Awards and Nexus event.

The top TWO in this category will win a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named category champion.

NB if you are also interested in applying to come to the Nexus event, you will find that many of the application questions are the same!
ENTRY TIPS
  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026.
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.

Top Home-based Agent - South East & London

This category will recognise the best home-based travel agents in each of 10 regions across the UK and Ireland. Please see our list of geographical regions to make sure you enter in the correct region.

Agents might be self-employed under a host organisation/own a franchise, or work from home as an employee of an agency. Agents might specialise in one sector such as cruise or might be generalists.

To take part, please complete this submission form which will be assessed by the TTG team to decide a shortlist. If you are shortlisted, you will then be invited to join a video call with a member of the TTG team and a supplier partner in March 2027 to chat in more detail about your achievements.

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of the wider Travel Industry Awards and Nexus event.

The top TWO in this category will win a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named category champion.

NB if you are also interested in applying to come to the Nexus event, you will find that many of the application questions are the same!

ENTRY TIPS

  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026.
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.

Top Home-based Agent - South West

This category will recognise the best home-based travel agents in each of 10 regions across the UK and Ireland. Please see our list of geographical regions to make sure you enter in the correct region.

Agents might be self-employed under a host organisation/own a franchise, or work from home as an employee of an agency. Agents might specialise in one sector such as cruise or might be generalists.

To take part, please complete this submission form which will be assessed by the TTG team to decide a shortlist. If you are shortlisted, you will then be invited to join a video call with a member of the TTG team and a supplier partner in March 2027 to chat in more detail about your achievements.

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of the wider Travel Industry Awards and Nexus event.

The top TWO in this category will win a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named category champion.

NB if you are also interested in applying to come to the Nexus event, you will find that many of the application questions are the same!
ENTRY TIPS
  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026.
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.

Top Home-based Agent - Scotland

This category will recognise the best home-based travel agents in each of 10 regions across the UK and Ireland. Please see our list of geographical regions to make sure you enter in the correct region.

Agents might be self-employed under a host organisation/own a franchise, or work from home as an employee of an agency. Agents might specialise in one sector such as cruise or might be generalists.

To take part, please complete this submission form which will be assessed by the TTG team to decide a shortlist. If you are shortlisted, you will then be invited to join a video call with a member of the TTG team and a supplier partner in March 2027 to chat in more detail about your achievements.

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of the wider Travel Industry Awards and Nexus event.

The top TWO in this category will win a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named category champion.

NB if you are also interested in applying to come to the Nexus event, you will find that many of the application questions are the same!

ENTRY TIPS

  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026.
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.

Top Home-based Agent - Wales

This category will recognise the best home-based travel agents in each of 10 regions across the UK and Ireland. Please see our list of geographical regions to make sure you enter in the correct region.

Agents might be self-employed under a host organisation/own a franchise, or work from home as an employee of an agency. Agents might specialise in one sector such as cruise or might be generalists.

To take part, please complete this submission form which will be assessed by the TTG team to decide a shortlist. If you are shortlisted, you will then be invited to join a video call with a member of the TTG team and a supplier partner in March 2027 to chat in more detail about your achievements.

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of the wider Travel Industry Awards and Nexus event.

The top TWO in this category will win a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named category champion.

NB if you are also interested in applying to come to the Nexus event, you will find that many of the application questions are the same!
ENTRY TIPS
  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026.
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.

Top Home-based Agent - Northern Ireland

This category will recognise the best home-based travel agents in each of 10 regions across the UK and Ireland. Please see our list of geographical regions to make sure you enter in the correct region.

Agents might be self-employed under a host organisation/own a franchise, or work from home as an employee of an agency. Agents might specialise in one sector such as cruise or might be generalists.

To take part, please complete this submission form which will be assessed by the TTG team to decide a shortlist. If you are shortlisted, you will then be invited to join a video call with a member of the TTG team and a supplier partner in March 2027 to chat in more detail about your achievements.

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of the wider Travel Industry Awards and Nexus event.

The top TWO in this category will win a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named category champion.

NB if you are also interested in applying to come to the Nexus event, you will find that many of the application questions are the same!

ENTRY TIPS

  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026.
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.

Top Home-based Agent - Republic of Ireland

This category will recognise the best home-based travel agents in each of 10 regions across the UK and Ireland. Please see our list of geographical regions to make sure you enter in the correct region.

Agents might be self-employed under a host organisation/own a franchise, or work from home as an employee of an agency. Agents might specialise in one sector such as cruise or might be generalists.

To take part, please complete this submission form which will be assessed by the TTG team to decide a shortlist. If you are shortlisted, you will then be invited to join a video call with a member of the TTG team and a supplier partner in March 2027 to chat in more detail about your achievements.

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of the wider Travel Industry Awards and Nexus event.

The top TWO in this category will win a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named category champion.

NB if you are also interested in applying to come to the Nexus event, you will find that many of the application questions are the same!

ENTRY TIPS

  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026.
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.

NATIONWIDE CATEGORIES

Top Cruise Agency

This category will recognise the very best agencies in the UK and Ireland with a specialism/focus on selling cruise - whether ocean cruise, river cruise, expedition cruise, or a mix. If cruise does not account for all of your sales, any answers you provide as part of your submission should relate to your cruise business only.

To take part, please complete this submission form which will be assessed by the TTG team to decide a shortlist. (NB: unlike last year, there is no second-stage form to be filled in; just this one).

If you are shortlisted, you must be available for a video interview with a member of the TTG team and a supplier partner in Feb/March 2027.

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of a wider Nexus/Travel Industry Awards event.

The top TWO agencies in this category will earn a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named the category champion.

ENTRY TIPS

  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.

Top Online Agency

This category will recognise the very best agencies in the UK and Ireland who operate predominantly online, or do a sizeable amount of business online. If sales through your website and/or accompanying call centre do not account for all of your sales, any answers you provide as part of your submission should relate to your online business only.

To take part, please complete this submission form which will be assessed by the TTG team to decide a shortlist. (NB: unlike last year, there is no second-stage form to be filled in; just this one).

If you are shortlisted, you must be available for a video interview with a member of the TTG team and a supplier partner in Feb/March 2027.

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of a wider Nexus/Travel Industry Awards event.

The top TWO agencies in this category will earn a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named the category champion.
ENTRY TIPS
  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026.
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.

Top Touring & Adventure Agency

This category will recognise the very best agencies in the UK and Ireland with a specialism/focus on touring and adventure holidays. If touring and adventure does not account for all of your sales, any answers you provide as part of your submission should relate to your touring and adventure business only. 

To take part, please complete this submission form which will be assessed by the TTG team to decide a shortlist. (NB: unlike last year, there is no second-stage form to be filled in; just this one). If you are shortlisted, you must be available for a video interview with a member of the TTG team and a supplier partner in Feb/March 2027.

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of a wider Nexus/Travel Industry Awards event.

The top TWO agencies in this category will earn a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named the category champion.

ENTRY TIPS

  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026.
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.

Top Homeworking Agency - Small

This category will recognise the very best homeworking agencies in the UK and Ireland that have fewer than 80 home-based agents.

To take part, please complete this submission form which will be assessed by the TTG team to decide a shortlist of 5-6 finalists.

If you are shortlisted, you will then be invited to join a video call with a member of the TTG team and a supplier partner in March 2027 to chat in more detail about your achievements (NB unlike last year, there will be no 'second stage' form to fill in - this form IS your entire submission).

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of the wider Travel Industry Awards and Nexus event.

The top TWO in this category will win a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named category champion.

ENTRY TIPS

  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026.
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.

Top Homeworking Agency - Large

This category will recognise the very best homeworking agencies in the UK and Ireland that have 80 or more home-based agents.

To take part, please complete this submission form which will be assessed by the TTG team to decide a shortlist of 5-6 finalists.

If you are shortlisted, you will then be invited to join a video call with a member of the TTG team and a supplier partner in March 2027 to chat in more detail about your achievements (NB unlike last year, there will be no 'second stage' form to fill in - this form IS your entire submission).

Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket to attend the ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday 22 April 2027, which is part of the wider Travel Industry Awards and Nexus event.

The top TWO in this category will win a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2027, with one of those being named category champion.

ENTRY TIPS

  • Your submission must refer to achievements and figures relevant to the entry period, from January 1, 2026 to date, or to December 31, 2026
  • Write succinctly, using bulletpoints to separate the different points you make where appropriate.
  • Don't feel that you need to use all of the word count on every question, but do give facts, figures, YOY percentage changes, ROI and concrete examples wherever you can.
  • Judges will be looking for ambition, innovation, dedication and consistency in how the business is run and in the service customers receive.