We would like to highlight an initiative of particular interest and prestige, dedicated to all those who, with passion, commitment, and vision, contribute every day to the growth and distinction of Italian tourism. A remarkable opportunity to showcase your name within a highly prestigious national context.
The Italian Tourism Awards – The Night of Excellence represent an exclusive event celebrating the organizations and professionals that best embody excellence and innovation within the tourism industry.
The event will take place on Wednesday, December 2, 2026, at the Teatro dell’Opera di Roma, an iconic venue and symbol of Italian culture, providing the perfect setting to honor the most deserving tourism realities in the country.
The Award, conceived by Deborah Garlando, CEO of MHR and organizer and producer of the event, will be hosted by Gabriella Carlucci and supported by an outstanding jury chaired by Palmiro Noschese. The jury also includes distinguished figures from the cultural, tourism, institutional, and entrepreneurial sectors: Carlo Cracco, Veronica Berti Bocelli, Gianmarco Centinaio, Aldo Melpignano, Maria Carmela Colaiacovo, Simona Tedesco, Giuseppe De Martino, Luca Pirolo, Andrea Delfini, and Deborah Garlando herself.
The 2025 ceremony was broadcast on RAI 2 on December 16 and is currently available on RaiPlay, demonstrating the significant media and institutional attention the Award has received.
Participation is open to all Italian tourism excellences: established companies, smaller or emerging businesses, startups, and young professionals who believe they embody values of quality and professionalism worthy of recognition.
If you believe your organization has the qualities to be awarded, we invite you to apply for the Italian Tourism Awards – The Night of Excellence.
All information is available on the official website: Italian Tourism Awards. There are 13 award categories available for application — choose the one that best represents your business or project.
Registration includes participation in the Gala Evening on December 2, 2026, at the Teatro dell’Opera di Roma for two people, including access to the Award Ceremony and the Gala Standing Dinner, regardless of whether the applicant is shortlisted as a nominee.
For further information:
Email: premio@italiantourismawards.it
Phone: +39 338 4969889
We are confident that this initiative represents a valuable opportunity for visibility and recognition for all those contributing to the excellence of Italian tourism.
