Digital buyer journeys
What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Event overview
Overview
The Travvy Awards, produced by TravelPulse and AGENTatHOME, recognize the top industry suppliers in travel, including destinations, hotels, cruise lines, and more. Winners will be voted on by travel advisors and announced at the gala on November 5, 2026.
Travvy Awards 2026 takes place in Fort Lauderdale, United States. Venue: Broward County Convention Center.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: The Travvy Awards 2026 will take place on November 5, 2026, at Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
- 2Scale and Focus: This prestigious event honors the best in travel, with thousands of votes cast across more than 140 categories.
- 3Organiser: The event is produced by TravelPulse and AGENTatHOME, with more details available at travvyawards.com.
- 4Buyer Authority: Travel advisors and industry professionals will participate, influencing the awards through their votes.
- 5Entry: Voting is currently open, and winners will be announced live at the gala event.
Why visit
Attending the Travvy Awards offers a unique opportunity to network with industry leaders, gain insights into the latest trends, and celebrate the best in travel. Dates and Venue: The Travvy Awards 2026 will take place on November 5, 2026, at Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Why exhibit
Exhibiting at the Travvy Awards allows brands to showcase their offerings to a targeted audience of travel advisors and industry professionals. Buyer Authority: Travel advisors and industry professionals will participate, influencing the awards through their votes. Sponsorship: Opportunities are available for brands looking to engage with the travel industry at this high-profile event. The Travvy Awards play a crucial role in recognizing excellence within the travel.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Travel advisors and agency owners who vote on and attend the awards
Host agency and consortium executives looking to align preferred-supplier programs
Cruise line, river cruise and yacht sales and marketing teams
Hotel, resort and all-inclusive brand sales directors
Tour operator, escorted-tour and packaged-vacation product managers
Destination marketing and tourism board representatives
Airline and rail passenger sales teams serving leisure and group travel
Travel technology, booking platform and CRM vendor representatives
Travel insurance, payment and ancillary-revenue providers
Trade media, editors and industry analysts covering the travel distribution sector
Destination management companies (DMCs) and group/MICE travel planners
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Cruise lines and river cruise operators presenting fleet, itinerary and wave-season offers
Hotel, resort and all-inclusive brands showcasing group and leisure contracts
Destination marketing organisations and tourism boards promoting inbound markets
Tour operators and wholesalers presenting packaged and escorted itineraries
Airlines and rail providers selling trade fares and group inventory
Travel technology and booking-platform vendors demonstrating advisor tooling
Consortia and host agencies recruiting and servicing member agencies
Travel insurance and ancillary-revenue providers
Destination management companies (DMCs) serving groups and events
Awards sponsors and media partners activating around the gala
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Ocean cruise and luxury cruise
River cruise and small-ship expedition
Hotels, resorts and all-inclusive
Destinations and tourism boards
Tour operators and packaged vacations
Airlines and air travel
Rail and scenic rail journeys
Travel agencies and host agencies
Travel technology and booking platforms
Travel insurance and protection
Groups, MICE and events
Luxury and experiential travel
Safari, adventure and specialty travel
Car rental and ground transportation
Location & Facilities
Venue
Broward County Convention Center
Fort Lauderdale, United States
Facilities
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Broward County Convention Center for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Fort Lauderdale, United States
Why it matters
Attending Travvy Awards 2026 on 2026-11-05 to 2026-11-05 in Fort Lauderdale lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.
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Market news
Latest updates from across the market.
Travvy Awards
www.travvyawards.com
Press — Travvy Awards
www.travvyawards.com/press
Voting Now Open for 2026 Travvy Awards - TravelPulse
www.travelpulse.com/news/agents/voting-now-open-for-2026-travvy-awards 2026-06-29T13:00:00.0000000
Spotlighting 2026 Travvy Award Nominees: Best Destinations
www.travelpulse.com/news/destinations/spotlighting-2026-travvy-award-nominees-best-destinations 2026-07-28T14:50:00.0000000
2026 Travvy Awards News | Headlines Plus
www.headlinesplus.com/travel/tag/2026-travvy-awards
Busbud Announces 2026 Travelers' Best Awards: Peter Pan Bus Lines ...
finance.yahoo.com/news/busbud-announces-2026-travelers-best-151900504.html 2026-03-10T00:00:00.0000000
Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · USD
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Primary gateway for the Broward County Convention Center; confirm drive times for current traffic and event-day congestion.
TBA
to venue
Approx. 10-15 minutes
by car
Miami International Airport
Larger international gateway with more long-haul options; allow extra time for traffic on I-95.
TBA
to venue
Approx. 40-60 minutes
by car
Palm Beach International Airport
Alternative gateway that is often less congested; useful when FLL and MIA options are limited.
TBA
to venue
Approx. 60 minutes
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Budget
17th Street Causeway / Airport corridorUSD 110–160 / night
Chain limited-service and airport-area hotels about 1–3 miles from the convention center; rates spike during large events, confirm before travel.
Mid-range
17th Street Causeway / Downtown Las OlasUSD 180–260 / night
Convention-area all-suite and full-service brands within a short walk or ride of the venue; confirm before travel.
Premium
Fort Lauderdale Beach / A1AUSD 320–480 / night
Beachfront resorts roughly 3–5 miles from the convention center, resort fees and peak-season pricing apply; confirm before travel.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Water taxi
Estimated costUSD 20–35 per day pass or per-ride fare
Best forDowntown / Las Olas to convention-center district
Seasonal routes and fares change; confirm before travel.
Rideshare / taxi
Estimated costUSD 35–75
Best forFort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Broward County Convention Center
About 2 miles; traffic and surge pricing can raise fares; confirm before travel.
Rideshare / taxi
Estimated costUSD 75–130
Best forMiami International Airport (MIA) to Broward County Convention Center
About 25–30 miles via I-95; allow extra time for traffic; confirm before travel.
Rideshare / taxi
Estimated costUSD 90–150
Best forPalm Beach International Airport (PBI) to Broward County Convention Center
About 45 miles south on I-95; confirm before travel.
Brightline / Tri-Rail
Estimated costUSD 10–35 one way
Best forRegional rail between Miami, Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach areas
Requires a last-mile transfer to the convention center district; confirm before travel.
Local bus / Sun Trolley
Estimated costUSD 2–5 per ride or day pass
Best forDowntown Fort Lauderdale and beach-area circulator routes
Limited evening service; confirm before travel.
Weather
November in Fort Lauderdale is warm and can bring rain; check a live forecast in the days before the gala.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or a local SIM for business visitors to the United States.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business dress
The awards gala is typically formal or cocktail attire, while any daytime meetings are usually business casual. Confirm the stated dress code for the 2026 edition before packing.
Arrival
Arrive early on the event day for registration and badge pickup, and plan to be seated before the dinner begins; a reception hour usually precedes the awards.
Tipping
Tipping 18-20 percent is customary for table service in Fort Lauderdale restaurants; rideshare and taxi apps handle gratuity in-app.
Weather in November
November in South Florida is warm and humid, with daytime highs typically in the upper 70s to low 80s F and occasional rain showers. The Atlantic hurricane season runs through November 30, so monitor forecasts before travel.
Currency and payments
The local currency is the US dollar (USD), and major cards are widely accepted. Confirm whether venue bars and concessions are cashless before the event.
Language
English is the primary language for the event and the wider Fort Lauderdale area; bilingual English and Spanish service is common.
Getting around
Fort Lauderdale is a driving city, so rideshare, taxi or a rental car are the usual ways to move between the airport, hotels and the convention center. A water taxi serves parts of the city and is useful for leisure travel along the waterways.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Fort Lauderdale; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.
Hotels
Find a stay near the venue with options for every budget.
Check-in (recommended)
2026-11-05
Check-out (recommended)
2026-11-06
Areas to stay
17th Street Causeway / Airport corridor · 17th Street Causeway / Downtown Las Olas · Fort Lauderdale Beach / A1A
budget
USD 110-160/night
mid range
USD 180-260/night
premium
USD 320-480/night
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport: Approx. 10-15 minutes; Miami International Airport: Approx. 40-60 minutes; Palm Beach International Airport: Approx. 60 minutes. Allow road or rail time to Broward County Convention Center; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Broward County Convention Center: 17th Street Causeway / Airport corridor: 17th Street Causeway / Airport corridor; 17th Street Causeway / Downtown Las Olas: 17th Street Causeway / Downtown Las Olas; Fort Lauderdale Beach / A1A: Fort Lauderdale Beach / A1A.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Fort Lauderdale; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Moovit shows public transit routes from Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to the Greater Fort Lauderdale Broward County Convention Center; check live schedules before travel.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Broward County Convention Center; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: November 2026
Temperature: Warm late-autumn conditions typical of South Florida; confirm exact highs and lows on a live forecast before travel.
Seasonality: November falls in South Florida's drier late-year window, but showers are still possible.
Packing: Pack light warm-weather clothing for daytime and a layer for air-conditioned venues; an umbrella or light rain jacket is advisable given possible showers.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day for qualified buyer meetings: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Travvy Awards 2026 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Networking spots
2Travvy Awards 2026 registration concourse
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights$220.00
- Per diem × 2$150.00
Estimated total$370.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether Travvy Awards 2026 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus aligns with the official product themes.
Best for
Buyers, researchers, and delegates evaluating the programme and networking value.
Min. budget
$400.00
Timeline
4–8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.
Risks
Limited session times published — confirm agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a clear lead-generation or launch goal for this market.
Best for
Suppliers and brands seeking qualified meetings with the event audience.
Min. budget
$2,500.00
Timeline
3–6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.
Risks
Booth pricing not published in captured sources — confirm with organiser.
skip
Programme, audience, or commercial goals do not match your plan.
Best for
Teams whose category or region fit is weak this edition.
Min. budget
Not yet confirmed
Timeline
N/A
Risks
No major risks listed.
Gallery
Photos
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
Glossary
- Travel advisor
- A professional who advises clients on and sells travel products, often earning commission from suppliers or a service fee from the client. Travel advisors make up a core voting and attending audience at the Travvy Awards.
- Host agency
- A company that provides back-office, supplier and consortium access to independent travel advisors who operate under its umbrella while keeping their own client base.
- Consortium
- A membership organisation that negotiates preferred supplier agreements, overrides and marketing programs on behalf of a network of travel agencies.
- Preferred supplier
- A cruise line, hotel, tour operator or other travel provider that has a formal agreement with a consortium, host agency or agency group, often with enhanced commission or marketing support.
- FAM trip
- A familiarisation trip: a discounted or complimentary travel experience offered to advisors so they can sample a destination, ship or property and sell it with first-hand knowledge.
- GDS
- Global Distribution System: a booking platform (for example airline, hotel and car inventory) used by travel agencies and advisors to search and reserve travel.
- Commission versus service fee
- Two common advisor revenue models. Commission is paid by the supplier on a sale, while a service fee is charged directly to the client for planning and booking work.
- Destination Management Company (DMC)
- A local specialist that arranges ground services such as transfers, venues, activities and logistics for groups, meetings and incentive travel in a destination.
- MICE
- Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions: the group and business-travel segment of the industry, distinct from individual leisure bookings.
- All-inclusive
- A resort rate model that bundles accommodation, meals, drinks and some activities into one price, widely sold by advisors to leisure clients.
- Travvy Awards
- An annual travel-industry awards program that recognises top suppliers and brands across cruise, hotel, destination, airline, tour and agency categories, with winners determined by votes from travel advisors.
- Trade-only event
- An event restricted to industry professionals such as advisors, suppliers and media, rather than open to the general public.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- Travvy Awards 2026
- Travvy Awards
- Travvy Awards Fort Lauderdale
- Travvy Awards Fort Lauderdale 2026
- Travvy Awards Broward County Convention Center
- travel industry awards 2026
- travel awards Fort Lauderdale
- cruise industry awards 2026
- luxury cruise awards
- river cruise awards 2026
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