Travel + Leisure has named Thailand as the 2025 Destination of the Year. Known for its rich cultural heritage, dynamic culinary scene, and a seamless blend of tradition with modern innovation, Thailand is a must-visit destination for travelers in the year ahead. This is the tenth year Travel + Leisure editors have selected a Destination of the Year, with previous honorees including Costa Rica, Italy, and Japan. Travel + Leisure - 2025 Destination of the Year "We are thrilled to recognize Thailand as our Destination of the Year for 2025," said Jacqui Gifford, Editor-in-Chief of Travel + Leisure. "Whether visitors are exploring Bangkok's cutting-edge culinary scene, relaxing on one of the country's 1,430 islands, or experiencing its renowned hospitality with s...
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2024 marks the third consecutive year The Nature Island has been granted these prestigious Travel + Leisure's World's Best Awards Travel + Leisure readers have once again voted Dominica as the No.1 island Caribbean destination and No. 5 island in the World in its 2024 World's Best Awards. Dominica receives this number one spot for the third year in a row and moved up three spots in the 'Best Islands in the World' category, reinforcing the destination's exceptional allure as a unique vacation experience and captivating tourism product. "We are honored that Dominica has completed its 'three-peat' as the top destination in the region by such a well-respected travel brand and its readers," said Denise Charles, Dominica's Minister of Tourism. "This is a true testament to our ongoin...
Read MoreTrue Indian luxury – On top of the world: Leela ranks third among Top Hotel Brands
# This marks the fourth year of recognition continuing from 2023, 2021, and 2020 # The Leela Palace Bengaluru is ranked #1 in World's Best India City Hotel; #4 in World's Best Asia City Hotels and #36 in World's Best Hotel # The Leela Palace New Delhi ranked #3 in World's Best India City Hotel; #9 in World's Best Asia City Hotels 62 in World's Best Hotel; and # The Leela Palace Udaipur ranked#65 among the 100 Best Hotels in the World The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts has once again been honoured for its distinction as a premier luxury global brand, as it is recognised among the Top 3 World's Best Hotel Brands 2024 by the readers of Travel + Leisure. This marks the fourth year of recognition, continuing from 2023, 2021, and 2020. This accolade highlights The Leela's deep-...
Read MoreMaldives, Oberoi Rajvilas, Singapore Airlines, Istanbul Airport, among top winners at Travel + Leisure Awards Travel + Leisure reveals the winners of its highly anticipated 2024 World's Best Awards, highlighting the best travel destinations and organizations across the globe. In its 29th year, the 2024 World's Best survey results showcase the dynamic nature of the global travel landscape, highlighting emerging trends and destinations that are resonating with today's travelers. The complete list of award winners is available now on TravelandLeisure.com and in the August issue of Travel + Leisure, on newsstands July 19. Spanning 125 category lists, this year's survey results showcase a range of surprises and milestones, including the emergence of a new top domestic airline JSX, iGA Is...
Read MoreMinor Hotels, a leading global hotel owner and operator, secured an impressive haul of 22 accolades at the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2024. The awards ceremony, held on the evening of 13 June 2024, celebrated excellence across the luxury travel sector, showcasing the very best in hospitality throughout the region. The awards, determined through an extensive online survey conducted by Travel + Leisure, recognise outstanding achievements in the travel and hospitality industry, with readers from around the world voting for their favourite luxury hotels, resorts, and experiences. Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas emerged as a standout, securing multiple awards, including second place for Best Resorts in the Maldives, second place for Best House Reefs, and third place...
Read MoreAnantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel and Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas both named on the 2024 Travel + Leisure It list Anantara is delighted to announce that two of its recently launched properties have been named on the 2024 Travel + Leisure It List. Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel in Italy and Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas in Thailand have both been selected for this year’s list, which is determined annually by discerning magazine editors. The coveted ‘It List’ is a result of months of research on hundreds of new and renovated properties around the world. The 100 selected hotels span 37 countries across six continents, with the list honouring the hard work, dedication and creativity that goes into opening and operating a world-class hotel. ...
Read MoreTravel and Leisure Magazine selects 25 best islands around the globe Dominica has been ranked among the 25 best islands across the globe by Travel + Leisure Magazine. The island nation ranked eighth in the annual survey conducted by the luxury magazine. Every year, World's Best Awards survey Travel + Leisure readers asking them to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe and share their opinions on the top cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more. Readers rated islands according to their activities and sights, natural attractions and beaches, food, friendliness, and overall value. In the eyes of Travel + Leisure readers, the best islands in the world promise much more than aquamarine waters, dramatic coastlines, and pristine beaches. The Commonwealth ...
Read MoreIndia’s Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts have been named the world’s best Hotel Brand in the world by Travel + Leisure in its this year’s readership survey. Another Indian hotel group Oberoi is at number 3 in the world and Taj Hotels make it India’s third position in the top 10 by ranked at no 8 in the top 25 Best Hotel Brands in the world. Leela Palace, Udaipur Leela Palace has just nine properties, but it managed to leap from the No. 10 spot in 2019 to take this year’s No. 1 position. Perhaps Leela’s focus is one of its greatest strengths. “I love small brands like these,” wrote one reader. “They can consistently give you high-quality accommodations and service.” Of course, the allure of India might also have played a role, as travelers have long felt drawn to places like Delhi’s...
Read MoreFor the fourth consecutive year in a row, Anguilla is ranked No. 1 on the Travel + Leisure 2020 World’s Best Awards list of the Top Islands in the Caribbean, Bermuda, and the Bahamas. Readers rated islands based on natural attractions/beaches, activities/sights, restaurants/food, people/friendliness, value. Anguilla also ranked #7 on the Top 25 Islands in the World, the only Caribbean island to make the list. Anguilla offers amazing combination of truly spectacular beaches, fabulous cuisine, stunning boutique resorts and genuine hospitality, which keep guests coming back year after year. In celebration of the 25th Anniversary, Travel + Leisure is hosting a global, social media “Toast + Post” that is running from July 8 when the winners are released through August 31. Readers and wi...
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