Beneath the swaying palms and turquoise waters of Cancun, the luxurious Ava Resort recently played host to the Latin America Gala Ceremony 2025 of the World Travel Awards — a night celebrating the finest in hospitality across the region. Among the stars of the evening, one property rose above the rest: Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancun All-Inclusive SPA Resort, honored as Mexico & Central America’s Leading Conference Hotel 2025.

Beneath the golden Sardinian sun and the swaying palms of the Forte Village Resort, the European travel elite recently gathered in a celebration of excellence, innovation, and hospitality. Amid champagne flutes and the quiet hum of anticipation, one name emerged triumphant: Kaizen Hoteles, honored as Europe’s Leading Independent Hotel Group 2025 at the recent World Travel Awards European Gala Ceremony.

Under the starlit canopy of Terra at Expo City Dubai — a beacon of regenerative architecture and the heart of the global sustainability movement — the world’s travel and hospitality leaders gathered last evening for the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards 2025. Amid the verdant ambience and the palpable sense of purpose, one name dominated the night’s most coveted accolades: ITC Hotels Ltd. The Indian hospitality icon claimed not one but four top honors — World’s Leading Sustainable Employer 2025, World’s Leading Sustainable Food & Nutrition Initiative 2025, World’s Leading Sustainable Marketing Campaign 2025, and World’s Leading Sustainable Organisation 2025 — reaffirming its place at the forefront of luxury hospitality with conscience.

Portugal has long been a land of poetry, passion, and saudade — that untranslatable mix of longing and love that defines its soul. Now, a new destination is capturing that spirit in the most extraordinary way. Ah Amália – Living Experience, a tribute to Portugal’s most iconic fado singer, has been named Europe’s Leading New Tourist Attraction 2025 at the prestigious World Travel Awards European Gala Ceremony, recently held in Sardinia.

At the recent Middle East Gala Ceremony of the World Travel Awards held in Dubai, Blacklane was honored as Dubai’s Leading Chauffeur Company 2025, marking its third consecutive year receiving this prestigious accolade. This recognition underscores Blacklane’s unwavering commitment to excellence in providing premium chauffeur services in one of the world’s most dynamic cities. Operating in over 50 countries, Blacklane has established itself as a global leader in luxury chauffeur services. Its Dubai operations exemplify the company’s dedication to quality, professionalism, and customer satisfaction. Whether it’s airport transfers, city tours, or corporate travel, Blacklane offers a seamless and sophisticated travel experience tailored to the needs of each client.

At the recent Middle East Ceremony of the World Travel Awards held in Dubai, the Golden Palace Hotel in Mashhad was honored as Iran’s Leading Hotel 2025. This prestigious accolade highlights the hotel’s exceptional service, luxurious accommodations, and its significant contribution to Iran’s hospitality industry.