World Travel Awards

World Travel Awards serves to acknowledge, reward and celebrate excellence across all sectors of the global travel and tourism industry.

Africa's travel and tourism elite honoured at Diamonds Bijoux Zanzibar

Tourism and hospitality leaders from across Africa gathered in Zanzibar for the World Travel Awards Africa Gala Ceremony 2026, celebrating the organisations setting new standards for excellence and innovation across the continent. The VIP reception was hosted at Diamonds Bijoux Zanzibar, the island’s new flagship luxury resort.

Montenegro's Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort to host World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony 2026

World Travel Awards has announced that Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort will host its prestigious Europe Gala Ceremony 2026 – marking the organisation's first event in Montenegro in its 33-year history. The VIP reception on 17 October 2026 will bring together leaders from across the continent to celebrate the finest in travel and tourism.

CROSSROADS Maldives to host World Travel Awards Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2026

World Travel Awards has announced that CROSSROADS Maldives will serve as the host venue for its Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony on 27 September 2026. The multi-island leisure and lifestyle destination will welcome travel industry leaders from across the region for the VIP reception.

Zanzibar announced as Official Host Destination of Africa Gala Ceremony 2026

World Travel Awards has announced that Zanzibar will host its Africa Gala Ceremony 2026. The VIP reception on 28 August 2026 will take place at Diamonds Bijoux, and bring together leaders from across Africa to celebrate the finest organisations in travel and tourism.

Maldives to host Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2026

World Travel Awards has announced that the paradise nation of the Maldives will host its Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2026, with travel industry leaders from across the region gathering for a prestigious VIP reception on 27 September 2026 to coincide with World Tourism Day.

Voting underway for all regions in World Travel Awards 2026

Voting is now open for all remaining regions in the 2026 World Travel Awards programme, including Africa, Asia, Caribbean, Europe, Indian Ocean, Middle East, Oceania and The Americas. This is your opportunity to recognise the leading travel and tourism nominees across the globe. Cast your vote today to help decide this year's winners!

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Upcoming Events

Middle East Gala Ceremony 2026
United Arab Emirates
Sunday, 13 September 2026

Asia, Oceania & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2026
Maldives
Sunday, 27 September 2026

Caribbean & The Americas Gala Ceremony 2026
Jamaica
Sunday, 11 October 2026

Europe Gala Ceremony 2026
Kotor, Montenegro
Saturday, 17 October 2026

Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2026
Tanzania
Saturday, 12 December 2026

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Voting Dates

Region	Status	Dates*
Indian Ocean	Closed	Closed 7 Aug
Middle East	Closed	Closed 31 Jul
Africa	Closed	Closed 17 Jul
Asia	Closed	Closed 7 Aug
Caribbean	Closed	Closed 28 Aug
Central America	Closed	Closed 28 Aug
Europe	Closed	Closed 28 Aug
North America	Closed	Closed 28 Aug
Oceania	Closed	Closed 7 Aug
South America	Closed	Closed 28 Aug