Travel & Tour World: South Africa Opens Voting For World Travel Awards 2025 Recognizing The Best In Travel And Tourism

The countdown is officially on for the prestigious World Travel Awards 2025 as voting opens for categories spanning across Africa, the Caribbean, the Indian Ocean, the Middle East, and North America.

These awards celebrate the best and brightest in the travel industry, with nominees representing a broad range of sectors, including Aviation, Tourist Attractions, Car Hire, Destinations, Hotels & Resorts, Meetings & Events, Travel Agencies, and Tour Operators.

Industry professionals such as senior executives, tour operators, travel agents, and buyers are invited to cast their votes, along with the general public and media. The voting process is streamlined and conducted online through the World Travel Awards website, where votes are counted in a first-past-the-post system. The nominee receiving the most votes in each category will be awarded the title of winner.

Upcoming Voting Opportunities

The voting window for other regions, including Asia, Europe, Latin America, and Oceania, will open on April 1, allowing travel enthusiasts, industry professionals, and the general public to participate in celebrating global travel excellence.

Time’s Running Out – Late Entry Deadline Approaching

For those organizations still considering entering this year’s awards, time is running out! The late entry deadline is fast approaching, and submissions can be made easily via the official World Travel Awards website. The entry process is quick, so there’s still a chance to make your mark in one of the many available categories.

The Road to the Grand Final

The World Travel Awards journey is far from over once the regional winners are announced. Each year, the Grand Tour takes place, featuring gala ceremonies that span continents, recognizing the finest achievements in travel. Winners in the regional categories will progress to the ultimate showdown at the Grand Final, where they will face off against the best of the best in the World categories.

This year, the Grand Tour will feature events in multiple stunning destinations, including Dar es Salaam (Tanzania), Cancún (Mexico), Hong Kong, and Dubai (UAE), with the Grand Final concluding in Bahrain. These celebrations promise to bring together the top players in the global travel industry, offering a platform to showcase innovation, excellence, and dedication to improving the travel experience worldwide.

The Road to Global Recognition

The World Travel Awards offer a unique platform for brands, organizations, and individuals to showcase their achievements on a global stage. From luxury hotels and resorts to groundbreaking travel agencies and tour operators, the awards shine a spotlight on those who are setting new standards in the travel and tourism industry. Voting is a powerful way to support the travel brands that continue to elevate the guest experience and contribute to the success of the tourism sector.

With the race heating up and the clock ticking down, now is the time to get involved in the World Travel Awards 2025. Whether you are voting for your favorite travel brand or entering your own organization, the journey to recognition and glory has officially begun. Don’t miss the chance to be part of one of the most important events in the global travel calendar!