Next edition:
Saturday October 18th 2025
Grand Casino, Knokke-Heist
The biggest event for Belgian travel influencers
The Belgian Travel Blog Awards is an annual event since 2018. It is organised by Thx.agency, a marketing & sales agency specialised in travel PR and trade. Each year, the best Belgian travel bloggers and social influencers are being rewarded for the travel content they produced. Scroll down to discover more!
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Overview
Belgian Travel Blog Awards 2025
What can you expect?
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The biggest get-together for travel bloggers and content creators in Belgium
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An event created in 2018 and successful ever since
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A splendid award show including a seated dinner with 13 award categories
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With endless networking opportunities for travel companies and destinations
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Plus inspiring keynote sessions on Influencer Marketing
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All in one day in a festive setting
Our host partner will offer the award nominees an overnight stay on the night of the event as well as an exclusive, personal program to discover the region.
Click on the categories below to find out more!
Why you should
Become a sponsor
1. Present your destination/product to an audience of influential people during the Belgian Travel Blog Awards
2. Meet over 48 top influencers from Belgium
3. Share a table with the nominees of your category at the seated dinner during the award show
4. Have your own stand and table during the Speed Networking session
5. Attend 3 inspiring keynote sessions + panel debate on influencer marketing
6. Generate visibility for your destination/brand:
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Before: visibility via website, newsletter inserts, press communication, social media posts and a dedicated podcast episode
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During: networking stand, sponsor wall, goodie bag, video, hand over the award
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Afterwards: press communication
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Process
How do you participate?
1. Participants can send in their cases (max. 6 per blogger: 2 articles in thematical cases and/or
1 Image + 1 Video + 1 Social post + 1 Social Video)
2. Submitting cases is possible until: June 30, 2025.
3. A professional jury of travel writers and marketing professionals will decide on the nominees. September 1, 2025.
4. Winners are being announced at the Belgian Travel Blog Awards 2025.
EXCEPTION
Audience Choice Award: for this award there is a public voting. Bloggers cannot apply for this award. Because the nominees from all blog categories will automatically also be nominated for the Audience Choice Award.
#BTBA25 in stylish
Knokke-Heist is known for its unique blend of natural beauty, artistic flair and sophisticated lifestyle. With its vast sandy beaches, the Zwin Nature Park and a vibrant culture full of art galleries and events, this seaside destination offers something for everyone. Whether you want to enjoy an exhibition, challenge your sporting limits, keep up with the latest fashion trends or simply enjoy life in good company: in Knokke-Heist you will find the very best. This exclusive seaside town combines tranquillity and luxury with a dynamic atmosphere, providing the perfect backdrop for the Belgian Travel Blog Awards 2025.
Meet the jury
Liesbeth Hoornaert
Since 2019, Liesbeth has been Head of Tourism and Marketing for the Municipality of Knokke-Heist. In this role, she helps shape the tourism strategy of the vibrant coastal town, with a strong focus on city marketing.
She initiates strategic projects such as KH Magazine and collaborates with high-profile partners including Cirque du Soleil, ELLE, Gault&Millau, and Zoute Grand Prix. She also played a key role in the rebranding of Knokke-Heist.
Liesbeth has a background in digital agencies and a passion for content that not only inspires but also innovates.
Niel Van Herck
Niel has been blogging since the dawn of time — he’s now something of a veteran in the travel scene. Addicted to stories in all their forms, he’s always chasing inspiration, stimuli, and a touch of absurdity. As a destination marketer and lecturer in brand communication, he helps places and people shine through strong content, creative campaigns, and concept development. With his travel blog TJOOLAARD, he’s been exploring the world for years, searching for places with a story — and ways to make that story resonate. As a jury member, his focus is on originality, storytelling, and captivation.
Anne Cornut
Anne Cornut is the founder of MaisonSlash.be, a Belgian media and trend agency for modern families, and the voice behind Mamavanvijf. As a mother of five (plus two), she blends creativity, boldness, and humor to inspire parents juggling the everyday chaos of family life. From launching the Wagaanwedoen app to curating unique family travel experiences and publishing daily lifestyle articles, Anne turns real-life struggles into smart, stylish solutions—with a focus on connection, action, and impact. Furthermore, she is also board member of IMA (influencer Marketing Alliance).
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Evi Van Houdt
Evi Van Houdt has been working for almost three years as a freelance lifestyle journalist for the magazine Flair and the website flair.be. Driven by her own passion for travel, discovering new cultures, and especially broadening her worldview, she naturally found herself stepping into the role of travel journalist. She writes daily about the best travel tips—both within Belgium and internationally—and is constantly planning her next getaways. Her work in lifestyle journalism perfectly aligns with her passion for beautiful things, inspiring words, and undiscovered places!
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