The 2023 Luxury Travel Gold List Awards Winners Announced

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.
* Luxury Travel Magazine https://www.luxurytravelmag.com.au/

* Madelin Tomelty at madelin@luxurytravelmag.com.au