Media Application
Thank you for your interest in joining AdventureELEVATE Europe 2026 in Catalonia as an Official Media Delegate! This event offers a unique opportunity to experience the Pyrenees and surrounding Catalonian region through immersive adventure tours, supplier connections at Marketplace, and inspiring conference sessions.
Applications close 11:59 PM (GMT), 21 December 2025. Final selections will be announced by the end of January 2026.
Who should apply:
The ATTA and our hosts in Catalonia are seeking 10 Official Media Delegates who actively publish stories and digital content on adventure, responsible, and sustainable travel and have an interest in producing content and stories about the Catalonian region.
Applications will be considered and reviewed with the destination partner, with the goal to host a diverse group of media who specialize in adventure and sustainable travel stories, including:
- Freelance Journalists with a proven record of publishing in major lifestyle outlets or verticals focused on travel, outdoor adventure, culture, and sustainability, reaching national and global audiences (print and digital).
- Magazine, Newspaper, or Digital Editors from mainstream lifestyle outlets and vertical publications focusing on travel, outdoor adventure, culture, or sustainability with broad readership.
- Travel Content Creators (Influencers/Bloggers) who regularly produce editorial content on adventure travel, culture, or environmental topics, with a large, engaged audience (Please note we typically receive the most applications in this category. If applying as a partner/couple team please refer to the FAQs.)
- Broadcast Journalists & Producers whose stories in television, radio, or podcast formats cover adventure travel or sustainability topics.
Publishers, advertising sales representatives, personal or hobby bloggers, PR agency representatives, marketing agencies/content developers, and film/video producers are not eligible to apply as an Official Media Delegate. Anyone with an interest in the global adventure travel industry may register to attend as a regular event delegate.
Fully-Hosted Official Media Delegates:
FULLY-HOSTED Official Media delegates receive:
- Complimentary event registration (including Day of Adventure) TBD
- Official Media accreditation and role at the event
- Accommodations during the event
- A complimentary 5-6 day Pre-Adventure (PA) in Catalonia.
- Round-trip economy airfare to and from Catalonia
- Ground transportation and hosted meals outlined within the official event and Pre-Adventure agenda within Catalonia*
- Mandatory participation in Marketplace, Pre-Adventure, and the Media Peer-to-Peer Session
Schedule:
Selected media will embark on an immersive journey across Catalonia, with the full trip lasting around 8-9 days, depending on Pre-Adventure selections. Media will make their Pre-Adventure tour choices after being formally accepted as an Official Media Delegate.
- Arrival Date: Wednesday, 13 May 2026 (arrival in Catalonia)
- Pre-Adventure Tour Dates: Thursday, 14 May to Monday, 18 May 2026
- Day of Adventure: Tuesday, 19 May 2026
- Conference Dates: Wednesday, 20 May to Thursday, 21 May 2026
- Return Departure Date: Friday, 22 May 2026
Selected media are required to attend the duration of the event, with no early departures.
Role and expectations if your application is selected:
All Official Media Delegates are considered “working media” and are expected to be actively looking for ways to cover, or create content about, the host destination, the adventure travel industry, and attending delegate’s destinations and products.
ALL selected Official Media Delegates are:
- Attend Marketplace and all media-specific sessions
- Participate in a multi-day Pre-Adventure in Catalonia
- Join the FULL event (Day of Adventure + both conference days, no early departures)
- Publish stories and content from your experience
- Be active on the HUB and social media during the event and related adventures
- Respond to ATTA surveys post-event
- Follow local safety and health protocols, media code of conduct, and obtain valid travel insurance for the duration of the trip
About the Selection Process:
Applications will be reviewed with our Catalonia destination partners after the application close date. Selection will prioritize:
- Representation from the specific countries listed above (limited number of delegates per country)
- A diverse mix of media types, topics, audiences, and outlets (with more weight on traditional media vs. influencers)
- Balance of first-time media vs. returning media ATTA event participants
Due to limited spots, not all qualified applicants can be selected. Applicants will be notified of their status via email. Coordination of travel to follow upon completion of Official Media Delegate registration process.
Applications close on 21 December 2025. Selections will be announced by the end of January 2026.