Norway Travel Awards 2027
Recognising Norway's hotels, fjord and Arctic tour operators, cruise lines, airlines and travel companies — from Bergen and the western fjords to Tromsø and Svalbard
Norway's Travel Industry Overview
Norway's tourism is built on its landscape. The western fjords, including the Geirangerfjord and Nærøyfjord, are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, and they draw visitors for cruising, hiking and scenic rail and road journeys. Bergen serves as the main gateway to the fjord region, while Oslo combines a growing city hotel scene with museums, design and dining. Across the country, hotels range from city properties and historic fjordside inns to architect-designed landscape retreats and small family-run lodges.
In the north, Tromsø is a well-known base for Northern Lights experiences in winter and midnight sun activities in summer, and Svalbard offers Arctic expedition travel. Coastal voyages and fjord cruises connect many of these regions by sea. Viking heritage, Sámi culture in northern Norway and a strong focus on sustainable travel add cultural depth. For the International Travel Awards, that range means Norwegian hotels, tour operators, cruise lines, airlines, travel agencies and destination organisations can each find a category that fits the work they do.
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Award Categories for Norway
Eight categories that suit Norway's hotels, resorts, operators and travel businesses. The full list is on the award categories page.
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Best Luxury Hotel — Norway
For luxury hotels in Norway that deliver a complete, high-standard experience across rooms, dining and service.
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Best Boutique Hotel — Norway
For Norway's smaller, design-led and independent hotels with a distinct character and sense of place.
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Best Tour Operator — Norway
For operators running fjord, Northern Lights, Arctic and cultural itineraries across Norway.
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Best Regional Airline — Norway
For carriers connecting Norway's cities, coast and Arctic regions with reliable, well-run service.
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Best Spa & Wellness Resort — Norway
For Norway's spa, wellness and nature-retreat properties with a clear wellness programme.
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Sustainable Travel Award — Norway
For Norwegian travel businesses with a measured environmental or community programme.
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Best Cruise Line — Norway
For cruise and coastal voyage operators offering fjord and Arctic itineraries in Norway.
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Best Travel Agency — Norway
For Norwegian travel agencies and travel management companies serving leisure and corporate clients.
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Oslo
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Norway's capital combines city hotels, museums, waterfront architecture and a growing dining scene, and it is the main arrival point for many international visitors.
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Norwegian Fjords
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The western fjord region, reached through Bergen and smaller fjord towns, is known for cruising, hiking, scenic routes and fjordside hotels.
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Tromsø
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Tromsø is a popular base for Northern Lights tours in winter and midnight sun activities in summer, with Sámi cultural experiences nearby.
Benefits for Norway Travel Brands
Global Recognition
Recognition from an international programme gives Norway's hotels, operators and travel brands an outside reference point to share with guests and travel partners.
Visibility
Winners can share their recognition on their website, in proposals, in guest communications and with the media, using the exact award name and category.
Team Recognition
An award acknowledges the daily work of the team behind the guest experience, and preparing an entry is a useful review of what the business does well.
Industry Networking
The International Travel Awards ceremony connects Norway's hospitality professionals with global counterparts, giving attendees the chance to meet travel and hospitality professionals from other markets.
How to Nominate — Norway Guide
Check Eligibility
Review award categories to confirm your Norway hotel, resort, airline, or travel brand qualifies for the International Travel Awards 2027.
Submit Nomination
Complete the nomination form with clear, specific evidence of what your Norway business does well.
Evaluation
Norway nominations are evaluated by the Jury team or the Management of Golden Tree against the criteria for each category. See the judging process for details.
Celebrate at Ceremony
Winners are invited to the International Travel Awards gala ceremony in Dubai to receive their recognition alongside travel and hospitality professionals from other countries.
Who Can Participate in Norway Travel Awards?
The International Travel Awards is open to every organisation operating within the travel, tourism, and hospitality sector — from globally recognised hotel chains to innovative travel startups based in Norway. If you deliver excellence in travel or hospitality, you are eligible to nominate.
Luxury Hotels
Five-star and seven-star properties, palace hotels, and boutique luxury residences worldwide.
Resorts & Spas
Beach resorts, mountain retreats, wellness sanctuaries, and all-inclusive luxury resorts.
Airlines
International carriers, regional airlines, low-cost carriers, private aviation, and charter operators.
Cruise Lines
Ocean cruise lines, river cruise operators, expedition cruises, and luxury yacht charter companies.
Travel Agencies
Luxury travel agencies, bespoke holiday specialists, OTAs, and corporate travel management companies.
Tour Operators
Adventure tour operators, cultural tour companies, destination specialists, and group travel organisers.
Tourism Boards
National tourism organisations, city tourism bureaus, and destination marketing organisations globally.
DMCs
Destination management companies, inbound operators, MICE specialists, and local ground handlers.
Travel Technology
Travel tech startups, GDS platforms, booking engines, travel apps, and hospitality software companies.
Car Rental & Transport
Luxury car rental, chauffeur services, airport transfers, and premium ground transportation providers.
Yacht & Marine
Superyacht operators, sailing charter companies, diving resorts, and marine tourism specialists.
Eco & Sustainable Tourism
Eco-lodges, responsible tour operators, conservation-driven resorts, and sustainable destination pioneers.
Hear From Our Award-Winning Community
Travel and hospitality leaders share how International Travel Awards recognition transformed their brands, boosted revenue, and opened global opportunities.
How Winning Changed Our Business
Industry Leaders Share Their Experience
A Luxury Hotel's Awards Journey
How Awards Drive Business Growth
Relive the International Travel Awards Gala
Watch highlights from our gala ceremonies, where travel and hospitality businesses receive their recognition.
International Travel Awards Categories for Norway
From luxury accommodation and premium airlines to travel technology and sustainable tourism, the International Travel Awards covers every segment of the Norway travel and hospitality industry. Click any category to begin your nomination.
Four Hospitality Awards Programmes
The International Travel Awards is part of a group of hospitality recognition programmes, each dedicated to celebrating a specific dimension of excellence within the global travel and hospitality industry.
International Travel Awards
An international recognition programme for excellence in travel and hospitality — celebrating 150+ countries and 60+ award categories across every sector of the industry.
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Honouring culinary excellence across global fine dining, hotel restaurants, destination dining experiences, and innovative food concepts that elevate the art of hospitality.
Learn More →Norway Travel Awards — FAQ
Nominate Your Norway Travel Business
Put your Norway hotel, operator or travel business forward for international recognition. Nominate for the International Travel Awards 2027.
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