The Ministry of Tourism has opened the period for submitting candidacies for the Canary Islands Tourism Awards 2026, following the publication of the call this April 1st in the Official Gazette of the Canary Islands (BOC). Applications can be registered from April 2nd until next May 30th.
The Canary Islands Tourism Awards aim to recognize the outstanding work of individuals, companies and institutions that contribute significantly to the development and projection of the archipelago's tourism sector.
These awards distinguish professional or business initiatives and careers linked to the improvement of employment, innovation, sustainability, accessibility, inclusion, the quality of tourist services, and the national and international projection of the archipelago as a destination.
“Last year we received more than fifty candidacies, which reflects the commitment of our tourism sector to innovation, quality, and sustainability. We encourage all agents to submit their proposals and continue promoting projects that generate quality employment, innovation, and accessibility in our islands,” highlights the Minister of Tourism and Employment, Jéssica de León.
The call includes six categories: Tourist Excellence; Tourist Career; Sustainable Employment; Innovation; Accessibility and Inclusivity and Sustainable Tourist Destination.
Regarding participation, candidacies may be submitted by public administrations, corporations, associations and entities linked to the tourism sector of the Canary Islands, with a maximum of one proposal per category. The submission must be made exclusively electronically through the electronic headquarters of the Government of the Canary Islands, where all information about the procedure is also available.
The submission will be made exclusively electronically through the electronic headquarters of the Government of the Canary Islands, where all information about the procedure is also available.