Next edition:
13th of March 2027
Grand Hotel Huis ter Duin, Noordwijk
The biggest event for Dutch travel influencers
The Dutch Travel Blog Awards is an initiative by Thx.agency, one of the leading travel marketing agencies in the Benelux. Each year, we bring together the most inspiring travel content creators from across the Netherlands. The very best travel bloggers, Instagram creators, YouTubers and digital storytellers compete in 13 categories, with nominees and winners selected by a professional jury of travel marketing and influencer marketing experts.
Following two successful editions, we are excited to announce that the third edition of the Dutch Travel Blog Awards will take place in 2027 at the luxurious Huis ter Duin. This iconic seaside venue will provide the perfect setting to celebrate excellence in Dutch travel content creation.
Overview
Dutch Travel Blog Awards
What can you expect?
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The biggest get-together for travel bloggers and content creators in the Netherlands
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An event created in Belgium and successful since 2018
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A splendid award show with 13 award categories
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With endless networking opportunities for travel companies and destinations
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All in one day in a festive setting
Click on the categories below to find out more:
Why you should
Become a sponsor
1. Present your destination/product to an audience of influential people during the Dutch Travel Blog Awards
2. Meet over 52 top influencers from the Netherlands
3. Have your own stand and table during the Speed Networking session
4. Generate visibility for your destination/brand:
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Before: visibility via website, newsletter inserts, press communication and social media posts
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During: networking stand, sponsor wall, goodie bag, video, hand over the award
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Afterwards: press communication
EXCEPTION
Audience Choice Award: for this award there is a public voting. Bloggers cannot apply for this award. Because the nominees from all blog categories will automatically also be nominated for the Audience Choice Award.
Process
How do you participate?
1. Participants can submit their entries (maximum of 6 cases per content creator).
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2 articles (within the thematic categories)
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1 image
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1 video
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1 social media post
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1 social media video
Deadline: December 15, 2026
2. Our jury reviews all submissions and selects the nominees.
Announcement of nominees: February 1, 2027
3. The winners will be announced during the Dutch Travel Blog Awards ceremony.
Date: March 13, 2027
An Iconic Seaside Setting for #DTBA27
On Saturday 13 March 2027, the Dutch Travel Blog Awards will be hosted at the luxurious Huis ter Duin in Noordwijk. Overlooking the North Sea, this prestigious venue provides the perfect setting for an evening dedicated to celebrating the very best travel content creators in the Netherlands. Together with our partners, we will bring the Dutch travel creator community together once again and honour the most inspiring travel stories, campaigns and creators of the year.
Dutch Travel Blog Awards 2027
Overview of the jury
Anouk van der Haar
Anouk works in Marketing & Communications at ANVR and has a broad background in the travel industry and marketing. She previously gained experience at a tour operator and a marketing and PR agency, giving her insights into the industry from different perspectives. She also completed a Travel Journalism Masterclass by National Geographic to further develop her storytelling skills.
Manon Prins
As a Brand & Content Marketer at Sunny Cars, Manon combines her professional expertise with her passion for travel and discovering hidden gems. Outside of work, she is also active as a freelance travel blogger and regularly writes for a Dutch blogging platform. Thanks to her experience in both content marketing and travel blogging, she knows how to turn travel experiences into inspiring and authentic content.
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Cathy Pill
Cathy is the co-founder and CEO of Stellar Tech, a European AI-powered influencer marketing platform supporting more than 300 brands across 35 countries. Under her leadership, Stellar has grown into a leading player in the Benelux, France and Germany. Before moving into tech, Cathy worked as a fashion designer with her own label, which was showcased at Paris Fashion Week.
Noordwijk Marketing
Noordwijk Marketing will also be represented on the jury. We’ll announce who will be representing the destination soon.
Overview of last year's partners
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