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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!
World Travel Awards calls for 2026 entries
The Call for Entries for the World Travel Awards 2026 is now open. Travel and tourism organisations worldwide are invited to submit their entries for the opportunity to win the industry’s most prestigious accolade.
World Travel Awards honours global innovators in the Kingdom of Bahrain
Tourism royalty from across the globe convened in the Kingdom of Bahrain for the World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2025 to recognise the travel organisations pushing the boundaries of excellence and innovation.
Best in Travel Magazine – Meet the 2025 Winners
This special series of Best in Travel magazine reveals the 2025 regional winners and promotes the award-winning credentials of the leading travel brands and tourism products to a readership of 120,000+ luxury travel consumers.
Upcoming Events
Africa Gala Ceremony 2026
Zanzibar, Tanzania
Friday, 28 August 2026
Middle East Gala Ceremony 2026
United Arab Emirates
Sunday, 13 September 2026
Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony 2026
Maldives
Sunday, 27 September 2026
Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2026
Maldives
Sunday, 27 September 2026
Europe Gala Ceremony 2026
Kotor, Montenegro
Saturday, 17 October 2026
Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2026
Tanzania
Saturday, 12 December 2026
Voting Dates
| Region | Status | Dates* |
| Central America | Open | Closes 12 Jun |
| South America | Open | Closes 12 Jun |
| Caribbean | Open | Closes 19 Jun |
| North America | Open | Closes 19 Jun |
| Africa | Open | Closes 17 Jul |
| Middle East | Open | Closes 31 Jul |
| Asia | Open | Closes 7 Aug |
| Indian Ocean | Open | Closes 7 Aug |
| Oceania | Open | Closes 7 Aug |
| Europe | Open | Closes 28 Aug |
* dates subject to change.
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