The Trailblazer Award was created by Virginia Tourism to recognize certified visitor centers for excellence and creative accomplishment in tourism marketing and promotion, and to foster the development of imaginative and innovative marketing promotion programs and activities.
Eligibility
The Trailblazer Award is open to all Virginia Certified Tourist Information Centers, also known as Certified Visitors Centers.
Award Description:
This award is for a single targeted promotion aimed at increasing awareness and visitation of a locality or region. Entries may include individual or cooperative destination marketing programs or campaigns including special promotions; events; direct marketing; electronic, technical or interactive marketing efforts; creative elements in all forms of media; and public relations efforts
Submission:
Trailblazer Award entries are solicited in January and February for the program or promotion implemented during previous calendar year. The winner will be announced and recognized at the annual Visitor Centers Seminar.
How to submit:
Nominations and applications may be submitted by industry peers or localities may nominate their own certified visitor centers.
- Submit the Application Form: Virginia is for Lovers Trailblazer Award Application
- Download Form: Virginia is for Lovers Trailblazer Award
Deadline:
The deadline for all submissions of applications is 9:00 am February 21, 2025. Please fill out the online form here.
For additional information or questions, please contact Noelle Baker at 804.545.5520 or [email protected]