01 Dec 2023
Luxury Travel magazine is thrilled to announce the esteemed winners of the 2023 Luxury Travel Gold List Awards, a prestigious recognition honouring the pinnacle of luxury and excellence in the travel industry. The awards serve as a beacon, spotlighting the commitment to exceptional experiences, responsible exploration, and sustainable travel practices.
With an aim to celebrate and acknowledge the evolving desires of the discerning luxury traveller, the 2023 Gold List Awards encompass a diverse array of categories, each representing the pinnacle of innovation, service, and sustainability within the travel landscape.
The recipients of these prestigious accolades have demonstrated unparalleled commitment, innovation, and excellence in redefining luxury travel experiences. From groundbreaking designs to sustainable initiatives and exceptional service, each winner has exemplified the pinnacle of luxury, pushing the boundaries of what travel can offer.
The winners of the 2023 Luxury Travel Gold List Awards are:
Editors Choice
Aman
Emerging Brand / One to Watch
Explore Journeys
Luxury Travel Gold List Achievement Award
Danielle Galloway
New Hotel or Resort Design
Winner: Capella Sydney
Honourable Mention: Cap Karoso, Indonesia
Sustainability Initiative By a Destination/Tourism Region
Winner: Department of Tourism - Bhutan
Honourable Mention: Tourism Tropical North Queensland
Sustainable Luxury Resort
Joint Winner: Soneva Fushi, Maldives
Joint Winner: Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef, Western Australia
Honourable Mention: andBeyond Phinda Private Game Reserve, South Africa
Indigenous Experience - Australia
Winner: Mandingalbay Authentic Indigenous Tours, Queensland
Honourable Mention: Wintjiri Wiru, Voyages Indigenous Tourism, NT
Luxury Tour Operator, Boutique
Winner: Exotic Destinations
Honourable Mention: Crooked Compass
Luxury Travel Agency, Leisure (Boutique) - Australia
Winner: Luxury Holidays
Honourable Mention: Noosa Cruise and Travel
Luxury Travel Agency (Medium to Large Scale) - Australia
Winner: Travelcall
Honourable Mention: FBI Travel
Regenerative Tourism Experience
Winner: The Datai Langkawi, Malaysia
Honourable Mention: WILDeconomy Masterclass, Africa
Luxury Ocean Cruise Brand (ships under 750 guests)
Winner: Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Honourable Mention: Silversea Cruises
Luxury Family Experience
Winner: Lapland Christmas Magic, 50 Degrees North
Honourable Mention: Hands Up Holidays
Luxury Hotel or Resort Brand
Winner: COMO Hotels and Resorts
Honourable Mention: Aman
Luxury Ocean or River Cruise Brand (with ships under 300 guests)
Winner: Uniworld Boutique River Cruises
Honourable Mention: The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
Luxury Tour Operator, Medium to Large Scale
Winner: Abercrombie & Kent Australia
Honourable Mention: Luxury Gold
Luxury Travel Advisor (Individual) - Australia
Winner: Jo Kennedy
Honourable Mention: Rose Febo
Wellness Spa or Resort
Winner: Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat, Queensland
Honourable Mention: Aman, New York
Luxury Expedition Cruise Brand
Winner: PONANT
Honourable Mention: Silversea Cruises
Gourmet Luxury Tourism Experience
Winner: Cap Karoso, Julang, Indonesia
Honourable Mention: Gariwerd Luxury Escape at the Royal Mail Hotel, Victoria
Boutique Property, Villa or Lodge (Less than 50 rooms)
Winner: Kokomo Private Island, Fiji
Honourable Mention: NIHI Sumba, Indonesia
The 2023 Luxury Travel Gold List Awards are made possible thanks to Platinum Partner Hästens, Gold Partner Parisi and Silver Partners Discover Aboriginal Experiences and Sunraysia.
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For further information contact:
Madelin Tomelty
Luxury Travel Editor
madelin@luxurytravelmag.com.au
Nadia Adelstein
Event Manager
