Well, it was bound to happen. I learned about it from Brave New Traveler just a few days ago and I kinda want one. Yup, it's the Travvies.

Why do this? There are a number of great blogs out there devoted to travel. When I tell people that I write a travel blog, people often immediately follow up with, “You mean, you write about your trips?” Not exactly. There’s a misconception that travel blogs are all travel diaries. Some of these might be terrific, but the scope of the travel blogosphere is much larger. More and more, these blogs are influencing the way consumers, companies, and journalists get information. The Travvies try to take this breadth into account.

Nominations are open for just a few more days, so if you know anyone who might deserve recognition (hint, hint) then head on over to the rules and categories page. Even if you don't, keep an eye on tis, you're sure to discover some terrific new blogs once the nominations are posted and the voting begins.

Pam blogs about travel and other adventures at Nerd's Eye View.