Final Call for Applications – Deadline in 2 Days
Global Tourism Forum
The Global Tourism Forum serves as the event brand of the London-based World Tourism Forum Institute.
Applications for several key categories are closing on Wednesday. With just two days left, organizations and professionals are encouraged to submit their entries to secure a place among the world’s best.
For Application: info@worldtourismforum.net
Categories Still Open for Application
Tourism Boards & Ministries
• Best National Tourism Board
• Best City Tourism Office
• Most Innovative Tourism Campaign
• Best Tourism Branding
Travel Services & Operators
• Best Tour Operator
• Best Online Travel Agency (OTA)
• Best Travel App
• Best Cruise Line
• Best River Cruise
• Best Safari Tour Operator
• Best Luxury Travel Company
• Best Budget Travel Agency
• Best Adventure Tour Provider
• Best Wellness Travel Agency
Technology & Innovation
• Best Travel Tech Startup
• Best Use of AI in Travel
• Best Digital Tourism Experience
• Best Virtual Travel Platform
• Best Travel Booking Engine
Events & MICE
• Best International Festival
• Best Cultural Event
• Best Sports Tourism Event
• Best MICE Destination
• Best Convention Center
• Best Destination Event Planner
Why Apply?
Winning or even being shortlisted for the World Tourism Awards – Best 100 provides global visibility, credibility, and recognition at the highest level of the tourism industry. It is a chance to showcase innovation, leadership, and excellence on a global stage.
The World Tourism Awards – Best 100: Celebrating Global Excellence in Travel & Tourism
The World Tourism Awards – Best 100, organized annually by the World Tourism Forum Institute (WTFI), stands as one of the most prestigious global recognition platforms in the travel and tourism industry. This international award series honors outstanding achievement, leadership, innovation, and impact across all sectors that shape the future of tourism.
Spanning 100 unique categories, the awards spotlight excellence in destinations, hospitality, aviation, travel services, technology, sustainability, cultural heritage, and tourism investment. From well-established global brands to emerging leaders, innovative startups, eco-conscious operators, and forward-thinking public institutions, the Best 100 celebrates the full spectrum of contributors to international tourism.
Event Details
• Date: October 20, 2025
• Time: 19:00
• Venue: Royal Museum of Fine Arts of Belgium
• Dress Code: Formal Black Tie
This grand ceremony will bring together influential leaders, decision-makers, and innovators from every corner of the world, offering an unparalleled platform to showcase excellence and foster collaboration in the tourism sector.
For Application: info@worldtourismforum.net
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