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Scottish Attractions Inspiring People Awards

Celebrating World Class Excellence in Scottish Attractions

We are thrilled to announce the Scottish Attractions Inspiring People Awards, celebrating the exceptional individuals of all levels who make Scotland’s attractions world class.

Our industry thrives on the incredible individuals who bring attractions to life and create unforgettable experiences for visitors. This is your chance to shine a spotlight on your own remarkable achievements or those of your colleagues by entering into the awards.

Join us in celebrating and giving well-deserved recognition to the people who make our attractions world class!

The successful shortlisted finalists will receive a complimentary ticket to join us at the ASVA Annual Conference 2024 where the award ceremony will take place on November 14th at Perth Concert Hall. Your complimentary ticket includes full access to an inspiring day of industry insights and networking opportunities.

Entries close Friday 20th September 2024 at 5pm.


Award Categories

For the up and comers making waves and showcasing talent in the visitor attraction sector.

Honouring those making an impact on responsible tourism & preserving attractions for future generations.

Recognising those delivering world class experiences, face-to-face or behind the scenes.

Acknowledging the person who is at the heart of a team or communities, fostering inclusivity, accessibility and building connections.

Celebrating individuals enhancing technologies or implementing impactful new solutions


Applications are now open! We have five exciting award categories to choose from. Please read the guidance and criteria for each question carefully to help you submit the best application possible.

How to enter:

We’ve made the process easy to enter the awards:

  • You can either nominate yourself or be nominated by someone else.
  • Review the Award Guidelines on our website below.
  • Select the category you wish to enter.
  • Submit your entry – it’s that simple!

Why Enter?

  • Be recognised for delivering excellence: Showcase the hard work, passion, and dedication that goes into making every visitor experience unforgettable.
  • Open career opportunities: Winning or even being nominated for these awards can set you apart, highlighting your commitment and achievements in the industry.
  • Gain industry recognition: Stand out in the Scottish attractions community and gain acknowledgment from peers and leaders in the field.

Entries close on 20th September, with judging beginning immediately after. Shortlisted candidates will be announced at the end of October and will receive a complimentary ticket to the ASVA Annual Conference 2024 where the Awards ceremony will be held.

Award Guidelines:

  • Anyone entering or being nominated must work for an ASVA member attraction.
  • Members can submit multiple entries, either across different categories or more than one entry in the same category.
  • Please note, each question has a word count which should be adhered to.
  • The entry questions for each category can be viewed here.
  • You will be able to exit and return to the form at any point, as long as you are using the same device.
  • We recommend preparing your answers in a Word document first and then copying and pasting them into the form when you’re ready to submit. 
  • The deadline for entries is 5pm on Friday 20th September.