Pacific Area Travel Writers Association
The Pacific Area Travel Writers Association (PATWA) is a non-profit, non-government, professional, international media organisation founded in 1999. Our founding philosophy is to support the sustainable development and growth of destinations, travel, tourism, hospitality, aviation (airlines and airports), transportation (cruise liners and rail), online travel platforms, travel technology, and allied service providers, worldwide. PATWA works with governments, organisations and companies in both the public and private sectors. PATWA adheres to the fundamental principles of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), the United Nations (UN), and UN Tourism.
Awards
The PATWA International Travel Award winners are felicitated annually during ITB (Internationale Tourismus Börse) Berlin.
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Seminars & Events
Explore the forefront of sustainable travel and tourism at our seminar. Engage with industry experts and discover strategies for growth.
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Membership
Membership to PATWA is open to select members of the media, individuals, companies, institutions, and all governments.
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Handbooks
The PATWA handbooks, published by Young Asia Publication, are released on stage at the PATWA International Travel Awards at ITB, Berlin, and distributed to ministers, diplomats, speakers, media, and attendees at our event, and shared via email to over 20,000 global industry professionals and PATWA members.
Leadership
We have been founded on the philosophy of supporting the sustainable development and growth of travel, tourism, hospitality, and aviation. Our Board and Leadership team comprises various nationalities and genders, with extensive experience in the travel, tourism and media sectors.
Media
Highlights and global coverage of the PATWA International Awards, held at ITB, Berlin, which is attended by more than 7,000 journalists from over 180 countries. Read extensive coverage of the PATWA awards, interviews, and other highlights of our events as reported by the world’s leading media.
UPCOMING EVENT
The 25th edition of the PATWA World Tourism & Aviation Leaders Summit on AI and Sustainable Tourism and the PATWA International Travel Awards are scheduled to be held on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at ITB, Berlin. Please get in touch with us for more details and information.