Past Winners
800+ award-winning travel brands from 150+ countries — celebrating the world's finest hospitality, airlines, resorts, and travel services
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What It Means to Be an International Travel Awards Winner
Being recognised by the International Travel Awards is one of the most significant achievements a travel or hospitality brand can attain. It is not simply a trophy on a shelf — it is a globally respected confirmation of excellence, independently verified by a panel of 200+ industry experts who have evaluated your brand against the highest standards in the global travel industry.
For hotels, winning the International Travel Awards means your property has been assessed and confirmed as among the finest of its kind in the world. Guests booking your hotel know they can trust that assessment, because it comes from an independent, credible source with no commercial interest in the outcome. For airlines, the ITA seal signals operational excellence, passenger experience leadership, and a commitment to service standards that travellers can rely on.
For travel agencies, tour operators, and destination management companies, ITA recognition is a powerful B2B and B2C marketing tool — signalling to partner agencies, corporate clients, and individual travellers that your company delivers reliably on its promises. The ITA winner's seal consistently features in winner brands' marketing materials, websites, social media, and physical premises — a permanent reminder to clients that they have chosen an internationally recognised leader. Explore our full category list or learn about how winners are selected.
Luxury Hotel Winners
These exceptional properties have earned the International Travel Awards seal for their outstanding commitment to luxury hospitality, guest experience, and operational excellence. From the Gulf's iconic skyline hotels to the private island resorts of the Indian Ocean, our luxury hotel winners represent the pinnacle of accommodation worldwide. Explore winners by region: Middle East | Asia | Europe
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Arabian Palace Hotel
This iconic Middle Eastern luxury property was recognised for its breathtaking architecture, unparalleled personalised service, and its seamless fusion of traditional Arabian hospitality with modern five-star luxury standards — setting a new benchmark for luxury accommodation in the region.
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The Grand Pavilion London
A landmark of refined European luxury, The Grand Pavilion London was celebrated for its exceptional rooms and suites, its Michelin-starred dining experience, and the impeccable concierge service that makes every guest feel like a private member of one of London's most exclusive addresses.
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Azure Maldives Resort
Nestled in a pristine coral atoll, Azure Maldives Resort was recognised for its extraordinary overwater villa experience, its award-winning marine conservation programme, and the exceptional standard of food, beverage, and wellness experiences delivered against one of the world's most spectacular natural backdrops.
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The Ritz Singapore
Singapore's most prestigious address, The Ritz Singapore was honoured for its flawless blend of colonial heritage and contemporary luxury — delivering a level of service, dining, and room quality that reinforces Singapore's status as one of the world's premier luxury travel destinations.
📍 AsiaAirline & Transport Winners
These award-winning carriers and transport providers have demonstrated exceptional commitment to passenger experience, operational reliability, and the innovation needed to lead the global aviation and transport industry. From the world's most recognised long-haul carriers to regional specialists, our airline winners set the standard for what air travel can and should be.
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Emirates Excellence Award
Honoured for delivering the world's most consistently acclaimed long-haul cabin experience — from the private suite concept in first class to the innovative amenities and inflight dining that have set the global standard for international air travel for over a decade.
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Asia Pacific Airlines Award
This Asia Pacific carrier was celebrated for its exceptional business class product, outstanding on-time performance across its regional network, and the warmth and cultural sensitivity of its cabin service — qualities that have earned it a devoted following among Asia's most frequent business travellers.
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European Carrier Award
Recognised as Europe's leading regional carrier, this airline was commended for its extensive intra-European connectivity, best-in-class punctuality metrics, innovative loyalty programme, and its success in making short-haul European travel both genuinely pleasant and remarkably efficient.
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Gulf Aviation Award
A Gulf aviation specialist recognised for redefining luxury air travel through its private terminal experience, bespoke onboard catering programme, and the deeply personal service culture instilled across every touchpoint of the passenger journey from check-in to arrival.
📍 Gulf RegionTravel Agency & Tourism Winners
These award-winning agencies, operators, and tourism organisations have demonstrated outstanding achievement in creating, delivering, and promoting exceptional travel experiences. From globally recognised luxury travel brands to specialist operators in emerging destinations, our services winners represent the full breadth of what makes great travel possible. See regional service winners across Africa and the Americas.
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Prestige Travel Group
Celebrated for crafting extraordinary bespoke itineraries for high-net-worth travellers across 80+ countries. This agency was recognised for its destination expertise, supplier relationships, and the deeply personal service that has earned it an exceptional client retention rate and consistent five-star reviews.
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Horizon DMC
Named Best Destination Management Company for its exceptional programme design, unmatched local knowledge, and its ability to deliver flawless incentive and conference events for international clients. Horizon DMC's focus on authentic local experiences and meticulous logistics has earned it industry-wide recognition.
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Safari Horizons
Recognised for setting the gold standard in African safari tourism — combining extraordinary wildlife experiences with ultra-luxury mobile camp operations, exceptional guide knowledge, and a deeply embedded conservation ethic that has made Safari Horizons a benchmark for responsible luxury travel in Africa.
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Gulf Tourism Authority
Awarded Best Tourism Board for its visionary destination marketing campaigns, record-breaking international visitor growth, and its investment in tourism infrastructure and experience development that has positioned the Gulf as one of the world's most exciting and diverse travel destinations.
📍 Gulf RegionTestimonials from Our Award-Winning Community
Industry leaders from across the globe share what International Travel Awards recognition has meant for their brands, their teams, and their business growth.
"Winning the International Travel Awards transformed how the world sees our hotel. Within weeks of the announcement, we saw a measurable increase in direct booking enquiries from new international markets. The credibility the ITA seal provides is unlike anything else in our industry — it is the mark of genuine, independently verified excellence."
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Ahmed Al-Rashid
General Manager, Arabian Palace Hotel, Middle East"The ITA recognition gave our travel agency the global credibility we had been working years to achieve. Corporate clients who previously engaged larger agencies began approaching us because of the ITA endorsement. It is the most impactful marketing investment we have ever made — and we didn't pay for the award, we earned it, which makes it even more powerful."
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Priya Sharma
CEO, Prestige Travel Group, Singapore"As a tour operator specialising in sustainable African safaris, the ITA Sustainable Travel Award validated everything we believe in. It told the world that our approach to conservation-led luxury travel meets the highest international standards. Our team was incredibly proud, and our guests consistently mention the award when choosing to book with us over competitors."
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