


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 2026
Overview of last year's jury
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Isabel Mosk
Isabel Mosk is a tourism strategist with more than 15 years of experience. She has worked for more than 50 destinations worldwide and translates complex tourism and marketing issues into creative concepts and storytelling. As founder of Sherpa's Stories, she combines her passion for travel with future-proof strategies. Isabel is a sought-after speaker at (inter)national conferences.

Manon Prins
Manon Prins has been working at Sunny Cars for over three years as a Brand & Content Marketer. With her passion for travel and discovering new places, a rental car is a must for her on any holiday — it takes her to the most beautiful and often undiscovered spots. She loves sharing these experiences as a freelance travel blogger, and with her love for writing, she regularly contributes to a Dutch blogging platform.

Enno Lieder
Originally from Germany and living in Friesland for twelve years, Enno works at Merk Fryslân, the destination marketing organization for the province of Friesland. As Senior Marketer, he collaborates with tour operators and travel providers to promote Friesland as a sustainable travel destination. With a passion for authentic storytelling and meaningful travel, he is committed to strengthening the connection between people and their surroundings.
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Simone Treur
Simone is jointly responsible for marketing and communications at ANVR, the trade association for travel companies. In this role, she works daily to increase ANVR’s brand awareness and to reach both ANVR members and travelers through various channels. With a passion for travel, reviewing inspiring travel content is a wonderful part of her work in an industry that never stands still!
Overview of last year's partners
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