World Travel Awards Press Releases 2026

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

27 May 2026 - London, UK
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.
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Montenegro’s Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort to host World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony 2026

20 May 2026 - London, UK
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.
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Maldives set to host Asia, Oceania and Indian Ocean tourism leaders for landmark World Travel Awards Ceremony

7 May 2026 - London, UK
World Travel Awards has announced that the paradise nation of the Maldives will host industry leaders from across Asia, Oceania and the Indian Ocean for a blockbuster VIP Gala Ceremony to celebrate the best in travel and tourism. The flagship event will take place at CROSSROADS Maldives on World Tourism Day, 27 September 2026.
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Zanzibar announced as Official Host Destination of World Travel Awards Africa Gala Ceremony 2026

16 April 2026 - London, UK
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.
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Maldives to host World Travel Awards Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2026

2 April 2026 - London, UK
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.
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World Travel Awards winners and nominees interview opportunity at ITB Berlin 2026

2 February 2026 - London, UK
Breaking Travel News is inviting senior leaders from across the global travel and tourism ecosystem to participate in short, high-impact video interviews during ITB Berlin 2026. World Travel Awards Nominees and Winners will be given priority access to interview slots, reflecting their leadership and recognised excellence within the global travel and tourism industry.
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World Travel Awards calls for 2026 entries

20 January 2026 - London, UK
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.
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