Skift IDEA Awards 2026 Recognize 32 Travel Innovators

The 2026 Skift IDEA Awards selected 32 winners from a record 492 entries, spanning seven categories that include industry innovation, change-making, creative thinking, problem-solving, travel technology, short-term rentals, and meetings and events. The honorees were chosen by an external panel of industry experts. The awards highlight projects that leverage AI, climate action, and other forward-thinking approaches to shape the future of travel.