The Australian Society of Travel Writers (ASTW) is delighted to announce the renewal of TravMedia's sponsorship of the ASTW for 2021/22.

As the travel industry's only online network for public relations managers to connect with journalists, editors and content creators worldwide, TravMedia has supported the ASTW for more than a decade, significantly contributing to the Society's ongoing viability and success.

“We are thrilled to continue our strong partnership with TravMedia and appreciate the financial support that allows us to continue offering significant benefits to our large member base,” says Elisa Elwin, President of the ASTW.

In addition to its sponsorship of the society, TravMedia remains a Gold Sponsor of the 2020 Awards, supporting the PR Professional of the Year award.

“TravMedia's loyal, ongoing support of the ASTW allows us to foster and develop excellence in travel journalism, travel photography and tourism PR, by offering networking opportunities and platforms for sharing information and celebrating the success of its members,” says Elisa.

Nick Wayland, CEO of TravMedia, agrees that the partnership between TravMedia and the ASTW cultivates a healthy community of travel professionals, where writers and photographers are nurtured, and PR professionals have the opportunity to build vital relationships with media.

“The ASTW incorporates a tremendous network of editors, journalists and photographers who consistently produce and share great content on the TravMedia platform each day,” says Nick.

“Our long-term sponsorship of the ASTW reflects our commitment to the continued growth and evolution of the Australian travel media industry.”

For more information about sponsoring awards, lunches or events; or for membership enquiries, please visit the ASTW website or email secretariat@astw.org.au.

About the ASTW

The ASTW is a 300-strong group of travel writers, editors, radio and television broadcasters and producers, bloggers, guidebook authors, photographers, whose work appears regularly in major newspapers, magazines, airwaves and websites across Australia and the world. The ASTW's membership base also includes travel industry public relations and marketing professionals who enjoy the opportunity to network with Australia's most prolific travel media individuals.

All ASTW members must satisfy strict criteria to join and are obligated to substantiate their membership annually by providing details of their published output or industry participation. They must also adhere to a Code of Ethics. By ensuring that only bona fide applicants are admitted, the ASTW maintains its integrity and the professionalism of the travel industry.

About TravMedia

TravMedia is the travel industry's social media network, connecting media and public relations professionals worldwide. Established in 1999 by Nick Wayland, a former travel editor seeking a better way to research and report travel news, TravMedia now delivers a social network for business, that enables PR professionals and media in the travel space, to share content, coverage and collaborate like never before.

TravMedia currently operates in 10 countries – Australia, United Kingdom, United States, China, Germany, United Arab Emirates, Canada, India, New Zealand, and South Africa – with a community of over 40,000 media and PR members.