Application deadline: 10 October 2025. 

We are looking for the tourism professionals of the future. Those who have exceptional mindsets and talents. Those who are able to envision the future of travel, who are brave, creative, and not afraid to experiment with new things. Join us and let’s shape the future of tourism together! Apply for the CheckINN Tourism Innovation Competition! 

The teams or individual applicants who submit the best ideas will receive professional mentoring and scholarships worth several million forints in each category. 

The competition prizes are awarded by category: The winners in the categories “Artificial Intelligence in Tourism,” “Program and Cultural Tourism at Lake Balaton,” and “Active Tourism” will each receive a cash prize of HUF 1,000,000 net. 

CheckINN is a tourism think tank that catalyzes innovative initiatives in tourism. 

CheckINN is Hungary’s first tourism innovation hub, consisting of 10 different projects. Idea competitions, professional events, podcast recordings, and alumni meetings. Our programs are aimed at university students, as our goal is to promote the sector and encourage innovative thinking and entrepreneurship among higher education students. Real professional content, interesting and inspiring stories that highlight the beauty of the tourism profession. 

We are looking for Generation Z innovators! At CheckINN, anyone who wants to find opportunities, connections, or help that are important to them can drop anchor, no matter what stage of their professional career they are at. 

Further details, application, terms and conditions, and required documents are available on the website: CheckINN – Tourism Innovation Competition