PATWA International Travel Awards 2026 Presented at ITB Berlin

The Pacific Area Travel Writers Association (PATWA) presented the 2026 International Travel Awards at ITB Berlin, the world's largest travel trade show. The ceremony followed the PATWA World Tourism Leaders' Summit, featuring global tourism ministers discussing sustainability, innovation, and challenges like geopolitical conflicts and climate change. Partner destinations included Grenada, Bahamas, and Goa. The awards, now in their 26th year, honor excellence in governance, aviation, hospitality, and tourism leadership worldwide, emphasizing sustainable tourism development.