Minister for Equality, Employment, Culture and Tourism, the Hon Christian Santos GMD MP, and
delegates of the Gibraltar Tourist Board attended the TTG Travel Industry Awards 2026, held at the
Roundhouse in London on Wednesday 23 September.
Visit Gibraltar was shortlisted for the Destination for Change Award; an award that recognises
tourist boards and destination organisations working to create a more sustainable, responsible and
inclusive visitor economy.
Eight other international destinations were shortlisted, including the Netherlands, Jamaica, Spain,
Switzerland and Türkiye, with the award going to Türkiye Tourism Promotion and Development
Agency.
Visit Gibraltar’s inclusion amongst the shortlisted destinations providing valuable recognition for
Gibraltar and the work being undertaken to develop its tourism offering, especially at this prestigious
event that brings together leading organisations and professionals from across the UK and Ireland
travel sector, celebrating achievement and innovation across the industry.
Visit Gibraltar sponsored the Sustainable Travel Company of the Year category with Minister Santos
presenting the award to Explore Worldwide, recognised for its work in responsible and sustainable
travel.
Minister for Equality, Employment, Culture and Tourism, the Hon Christian Santos GMD MP, said:
“Being shortlisted for the Destination for Change Award alongside some of the world’s leading
destinations was a proud moment for Gibraltar, and recognition for the ongoing work being done by
Visit Gibraltar. The event was also a valuable opportunity to engage with the travel trade, strengthen
relationships and continue raising Gibraltar’s profile as a destination.”
