22 October NTIA Finalists for Most Outstanding Travel Journalist published October 22, 2024 By Amanda Rixon Media Release, National Travel Industry Awards (NTIA) 0 Finalists, chosen from a competitive pool of submissions, are: Carrie Hutchinson Jessica Lockhart Kerry van der Jagt Michael McHugh Stephen Scourfield Each Finalist submitted three applicable articles for review by an independent panel. These articles were judged on five criteria: Overall impact: How engaging, thought-provoking and informative is the story? Does it bring about change? Research: Does the article contain valuable tips, insights and advice for the reader? Tourism promotion: Does it inspire the reader to travel? Support for the travel profession: Does the story promote the use of ATAS-accredited travel businesses and professionals? Industry advancement: Does the article contribute to the conversation on industry issues or opportunities? The Winner of Most Outstanding Travel Journalist will be announced Saturday week at NTIA. For the entire list of NTIA Finalists, visit atia.travel/NTIA2024. QUOTES ATTRIBUTABLE TO ATIA CEO DEAN LONG: “We have received submissions of an incredibly high quality, reflecting the calibre of travel journalists in Australia. Thank you to all journalists who cover Travel as well as the importance of having ATAS-accredited travel businesses in ensuring Australians are protected when travelling.” “We are proud to celebrate the role of travel journalists in this year’s NTIA, and I congratulate our five Finalists for their exceptional work in promoting the industry and championing the professionalism and expertise of ATAS-accredited businesses.” QUOTE ATTRIBUTABLE TO ATIA DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS AND MEDIA LJ LOCH: “The dedication of Australia’s travel journalists plays a vital role in shaping how we experience and understand travel. Their ability to captivate and inform through storytelling encourages travellers to discover new destinations while also emphasising the value of working with trusted, ATAS-accredited professionals. This award is an important recognition of that contribution. Thank you to all those who submitted for your ongoing support of Travel and Australia’s travel professionals.” Related Articles NTIA Most Outstanding Travel Journalist Award With all the Finalists for the travel and trade categories now announced, the spotlight shifts to the next phase of the National Travel Industry Awards (NTIA) — recognition of Australia’s Most Outstanding Travel Journalist ATIA Highlights the Critical Role of Travel Advisors This Global Travel Advisor Day The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) is using Global Travel Advisor Day (7 May 2025) to highlight the critical contribution accredited travel businesses and their incredible staff make every day to safer, smarter travel and championing their value as trusted professionals supporting millions of Australians. NTIA extension to 11.59 pm AEST Tues, 23 July With the impact of the recent Microsoft outage affecting many in Travel, the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) has extended the submission deadline for the National Travel Industry Awards (NTIA) to 11.59 pm AEST Tuesday, 23 July NTIA Nominations open with refreshed Categories Nominations open today for the 2025 National Travel Industry Awards (NTIA), with a refreshed line-up of categories that celebrate the diversity, strength, and innovation of Australia’s travel sector First NTIA Finalists for 2024 unveiled The first Finalists for this year’s National Travel Industry Awards (NTIA) have been announced today. 2023 NTIA Finalists in Business Categories announced ATIA is excited to reveal the list of Finalists in the Business Categories (#9 - 20, 32 - 34) for this year’s National Travel Industry Awards (NTIAs). Showing 0 Comment Comments are closed.