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Something special Find out how to nominate for the unsung hero and innovation awards


Every winner at the Globe Travel Awards is special, but three categories recognise the contributions of particularly inspiring individuals and innovative companies. There are just a few weeks left to submit nominations for the first two of these special awards, as entries close on December 10 to allow for judging by our expert panel prior to the ceremony in January.


Penny Akam Unsung Hero Award This category is a chance to shine a light on some of the truly outstanding individuals in travel companies up and down the country. Whether it’s a staff member who has gone above and beyond during the pandemic to help customers stranded abroad, someone who has helped colleagues struggling with their mental or physical health during these challenging times, or a dedicated volunteer who has put the needs of the community first, this award always highlights some truly heartwarming stories. At the 2020 ceremony, former Thomas Cook


branch manager Donna Jones collected this accolade


Donna Jones collects the 2020 Penny Akam Unsung Hero Award on behalf of all Thomas Cook agents, flanked by Angela Day, Affordable Car Hire, and Lucy Huxley, Travel Weekly


› There’s still time to nominate a colleague in the travel industry if you believe they would merit recognition in this category. Simply go to globetravelawards.co.uk before December 10.


on behalf of all Cook agents, who had acted quickly and loyally to help their clients after the collapse of the travel giant the previous autumn.


GetTransfer.com’s Carl Cromie receives the 2020 Innovation in Travel Award from Paul Broughton of sponsor Travelport


Innovation in Travel Award There’s never been a more important time to come up with new, innovative ideas as the industry tries to rebuild better than before. This award, sponsored by Biblio Travel, is open to both individuals and UK-based companies who have pushed the boundaries of the travel industry, whether through a technological innovation, a ground- breaking product launch or by establishing a new way of doing business within their own company. The innovation must have a proven track record of success with measurable results. The most recent winner was start-up company GetTransfer.com,


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