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Peru has been awarded the title of Best International Destination in the 2024 National Geographic Traveler Readers Awards

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The award was achieved thanks to the votes of thousands of the magazine's followers.

Victory is ours! Peru clinched the title of Best International Destination for the second year running, securing the top spot in this category at the 2024 National Geographic Traveler Readers Awards.

This marks a significant acknowledgment within the tourism sector, aiming to spotlight the destinations, hotels, airlines, and projects that received the highest votes from the National Geographic Travel audience.

This recognition validates the ongoing enhancement, innovation, quality, and excellence in Peruvian tourism services. It represents a commitment to ensuring that an increasing number of travelers visiting the country can relish unique experiences and create unforgettable memories.

"Visiting Peru feels like stepping into a fantastical world"

This phrase came with the announcement of this year's winners in an article featured on the National Geographic website. Also, in edition 288 of National Geographic Travel magazine, there's an 18-page article where the author explores a dreamy journey through Peru, uncovering the nation's abundant history, nature, vibrant culture, and traditions.

The publication extends a warm invitation to explore Lima, the capital of Peru, and savor the diverse culinary delights it has to offer. Moreover, it suggests using the city as a hub to embark on journeys to iconic destinations like the Machupicchu Historic Sanctuary, Lake Titicaca, the Colca Canyon, the Nasca and Palpa Lines and Geoglyphs, Huascaran National Park, and the awe-inspiring Peruvian Amazon.

Peru: Megadiverse nation

Peru stands out as a megadiverse nation, boasting a rich variety of landscapes, an astonishing array of wildlife encompassing over 1,800 bird species, 300 mammals, and approximately 500 amphibian species, alongside a multitude of ecosystems and microclimates that nurture agricultural endeavors. 

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The 2024 National Geographic Traveler Readers Awards honor international destinations beloved by readers. The category of "Best International Destination" highlights the richness and genuineness of the tourism adventure, dedication to preserving the environment, fostering sustainable tourism growth, and the excellence of visitor services.

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Peru named Best Global Destination of 2024 by National Geographic

For the second consecutive year, Peru has been named the best international destination at the National Geographic Traveler Readers' Awards 2024 , outshining renowned competitors such as Egypt, Colombia, Morocco, and Uzbekistan.

" Traveling to Peru is like entering a dream world," comments the prestigious magazine in the article announcing this year's winners.

The report highlights that the capital, Lima, with its rich and varied culinary offerings, serves as the ideal starting point to explore the country's wonders. From Lima , visitors can venture to stunning destinations such as Iquitos and Huascarán National Park, the Paracas Peninsula, Lake Titicaca , the Colca Canyon, and the mysterious Nazca Lines.

Special attention is given to the Cusco region and the iconic citadel of Machu Picchu , which the magazine recommends as "deserving a trip to its right," emphasizing its rich history and breathtaking architecture. This accolade is further enhanced by an extensive 18-page feature in National Geographic's issue number 288, which not only celebrates the beauty and diversity of the destination but also delves into the culture and traditions that make Peru a unique place in the world.

This award reaffirms Peru's status as a top-tier tourist destination, globally recognized for its unmatched cultural and natural heritage that continues to captivate and attract travelers from all corners of the globe.

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Multi-award-winning small group and self-guided tour experts Exodus Travels have been named the Best Operator in National Geographic’s Traveller Magazine's sixth annual Reader Awards . The awards acknowledge and celebrate the destinations, experiences, tour operators, personalities, and destinations that continue to make traveling truly great.

The 15 award categories were shortlisted by National Geographic judges and voted on by readers. Voters were asked to champion the locations and organizations that have supported their travel aspirations over the past 12 months. The companies that have provided exceptional customer support, retained consumer trust, and have continued to have a positive impact on the entire travel community during challenging times.

The Best Operator category celebrates the remarkable people behind the scenes ensuring travelers feel safe, inspired, and secure when turning their adventure dreams into realities. The reader votes were resoundingly in favor of Exodus Travels.

“We are thrilled to receive this award, and to have the support of the National Geographic Traveller Magazine judges, and our far-reaching travel community,” says Robin Brooks, Marketing & PR Director of Exodus Travels North America. “It’s a privilege to share this award with all the winners and to see the incredible people and places that continue to inspire global exploration and discovery. I’d like to congratulate the incredible local guides, teams, and travel industry partners we are privileged to work with across the globe. They have kept us smiling through the past 19 months - this win truly belongs to them!”

For close to 50 years, Exodus Travels has been providing a vast range of award-winning holidays across seven continents. Now, with over 250,000 people hosted, and more than 600 trips in 100 countries, the adventure travel company has the perfect travel itinerary for solo travels, couples, groups, or families, all ages, activity levels, and interests.

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LONDON (26 November 2018) — Bill Bryson, Bristol and Emirates were among the winners announced at the National Geographic Traveller Reader Awards 2018, in association with Flight Centre. The awards ceremony at The May Fair Hotel in London on 26 November was attended by some of the travel industry's most senior figures.

Pat Riddell, editor of National Geographic Traveller (UK), said: “From old favourites to the new kids on the block, this year's awards saw thousands of votes for the destinations, hotels, experiences, attractions and personalities making a difference to our readers.

“It goes without saying that the winners deserve huge congratulations — Bill Bryson, in particular, a writer who's inspired millions with his sharp-witted travel tales over the years.”

The 2018 awards saw readers vote in 17 categories between June and September. The winners will be featured in the Jan/Feb 2019 issue of National Geographic Traveller (UK), on newsstands 6 December 2018.

Voters were automatically entered into a prize draw. Up for grabs was a five-night stay at the Banyan Tree in Phuket, Thailand, with flights from Destinology; a two-night luxury spa stay in Wiltshire with Bowood Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort; two Amazon Kindles; and 20 National Geographic Traveller (UK) subscriptions.

2018 READER AWARDS WINNERS

RISING STAR (CITY/REGION): Bristol, UK

RETURN TICKET (COUNTRY): Italy

NEW NATIONAL TREASURE (UK ATTRACTION): Temperate House, Kew Gardens

FAR & AWAY (OVERSEAS ATTRACTION): Circus Maximus, Rome

LANDMARK LEGEND (FAMOUS ATTRACTION): Grand Canyon

ONE FOR THE KIDS (FAMILY EXPERIENCE): Walt Disney World, Florida

RIGHT TRACK (RAIL): Eurostar, London to Amsterdam

THE EXPERIENCE (TRAVEL EXPERIENCE): A helicopter flight over the Grand Canyon

ACROSS THE WAVES (CRUISE & FERRY): MS Norwegian Bliss , Norwegian Cruise Line

DOMESTIC BLISS (UK HOTEL): Gleneagles Hotel

THE DESTINATION HOTEL (OVERSEAS HOTEL): Grand Hotel Tremezzo, Lake Como

TRAVEL EXPERTS (TRAVEL COMPANY): Trailfinders

HIGH CLASS (AIRLINE EXPERIENCE): Emirates

TRUE CLASS (AIRLINE VALUE): EasyJet

GREEN LIGHT (ECO TRAVEL): TUI Cruises

BOOK WORM (BOOK): Islander , by Patrick Barkham (Granta Books, 2017)

SCREEN & SOUND (TV & RADIO): Blue Planet II (BBC One)

OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION TO TRAVEL: Bill Bryson

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Fuerteventura nominated as Best Beach Destination by National Geographic

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In a thrilling announcement, Fuerteventura has emerged as a top contender for the prestigious title of Best Beach Destination in the National Geographic Travel Awards this January. With 15 categories and 75 nominees spanning diverse global destinations, National Geographic's travel accolades have set the stage for an intense competition.

The polls for the 2024 National Geographic Travel Readers' Choice Awards are officially open, allowing travel enthusiasts to cast their votes for the best destinations, hotels, projects, and airlines in the state.

Among the selected nominees are:

1. menorca:.

Recognised as a Biosphere Reserve for its rich biodiversity and coastal conservation efforts, this Balearic Island boasts a variety of beaches, from white sandy stretches to coves nestled among pine trees.

2. A Mariña Luscense:

The renowned As Catedrais beach takes the spotlight in this Galician region. Stretching 114 km along the Cantabrian Sea, from the Ribadeo estuary to O Vicedo, it captivates with its breathtaking coastal scenery.

3. Costa Brava:

Extending from Blanes to Portbou, with the Cap de Creus as its easternmost point and Girona as a cultural hub, Costa Brava emerges as an ideal destination for immersing oneself in Mediterranean landscapes and culture.

4. Fuerteventura Island:

Boasting over 150 km of pristine white sandy beaches and invaluable aquatic ecosystems, this Canary Island stands out as one of the most extraordinary Biosphere Reserves.

5. Costa Verde:

Asturias, home to some of Northern Spain's most beautiful beaches, offers a diverse range of landscapes. From surf-friendly sandy shores to coves nestled amidst cliffs and meadows almost touching the water, it presents a picturesque coastal haven.

As the competition heats up, Fuerteventura's inclusion among these remarkable destinations adds an extra layer of excitement to the National Geographic Travel Awards. With its stunning beaches and natural wonders, is Fuerteventura poised to make waves and clinch the coveted title? Stay tuned as the world eagerly awaits the unveiling of the winners in this thrilling contest celebrating the best in global travel.

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The national geographic society announces the 2023 wayfinder award recipients.

Washington, D.C., May 31, 2023 — The National Geographic Society is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2023 Wayfinder Awards. This year's awardees include an Egyptologist, documentary filmmaker, investigative journalist, biologist, urban ecologist and other innovators, and were selected for their exemplary achievements in exploration through science, education, conservation, technology, and storytelling.

Wayfinder Award recipients are individuals who have proven themselves to be the next generation of influential leaders, communicators, and innovators whose critical work inspires us to learn about, care for, and protect the wonder of our world. Their groundbreaking work covers a vast array of impact-driven projects including connecting youth to the ocean, using innovative technology to track insects across landscapes, investigating critical environmental stories, and developing equitable conservation solutions for poor communities.

“On behalf of the National Geographic Society, we’re proud to name these 15 trailblazers as 2023 Wayfinder Award recipients for their exceptional contributions on a local and global scale,” said Alexander Moen , chief explorer engagement officer at the National Geographic Society. “We’re thrilled to celebrate each of these individuals at Base Camp headquarters in June for our annual Explorers Festival where we’ll recognize their remarkable achievements that bring our mission to life.”

The Wayfinder Award recipients join the Society’s global community of National Geographic Explorers and each receive a monetary prize to support their work.

Meet these audacious Explorers:

Manu Akatsa

Manu Akatsa is a Kenyan documentary filmmaker, cinematographer and animator who captures the beauty and complexity of the world around us, while also highlighting the importance of preserving our planet's rich natural and cultural heritage. Akatsa continues to push the boundaries of storytelling with indigenous communities through innovative technologies and interactive experiences.

Aliaa Ismail

Aliaa Ismail is an Egyptian Egyptologist who strives to employ creative ways for the understanding and preservation of Egyptian Heritage as a way of strengthening her connection to her own ancestry. Ismail strives to create community awareness and build stronger ties between the Egyptian community and their surrounding heritage.

Clinton Johnson

Clinton Johnson is an American geospatial architect who is finding creative ways to implement practical solutions for real-world challenges faced by diverse communities. He is the racial equity and social justice lead at Esri and the founder and leader of NorthStar of GIS. Through his work, he connects individuals and organizations across all sectors with geospatial data, technology, and methodologies to drive progress at the intersection of all systems of oppression.

Nelly Luna is a Peruvian investigative journalist in digital media who works on environmental, human rights, transparency, and other issues to promote innovation and cross-border journalism in Latin America. She is the co-founder and journalistic director of Ojo Público. As one of Latin America's most influential voices of young and independent journalism, Nelly has led projects and conducted investigations that have received national and international awards.

Shamier Magmoet

Shamier Magmoet is a South African freediver, conservationist and filmmaker who enables and educates youth to experience the ocean and become advocates and protectors of the ocean. As a pioneering underwater filmmaker of color in Cape Town, Shamier has forged a path to make the ocean space more accessible to people from historically disadvantaged communities and connecting youth with mentors to learn and share their work.

Serena McCalla

Serena McCalla is an American educator and science strategist who has dedicated her life to advancing science and science education with the most promising youth in the United States. After founding the iResearch Corporation to promote excellence, inquiry, and equity in science, Serena promotes enhanced science prowess in underserved groups and aspires to support all students to make a difference by discovering something new within themselves and the world. Her winning teaching practices were featured in National Geographic's Emmy-winning film Science Fair.

Sada Mire is a Swedish-Somali archaeologist, art historian and presenter whose work lobbies and promotes cultural heritage as a basic human need in times of war. Sada is the first Somali woman to study archaeology and for over a decade, she was the only trained Somali archaeologist working in Somalia and Somaliland. She is the founding director of Somaliland’s Department of Archaeology. She is also the founding director of Horn Heritage Foundation and its Digital Museum, working on research and conservation of heritage across the Horn of Africa.

Pablo Montaño

Pablo Montaño is a Mexican climate communicator, documentary writer and producer, and founder of Conexiones Climaticas, which is focused on climate communication, network building, and improving local agri-food systems. Pablo works in collaboration with many community-based organizations to strengthen the collective work and vision of communities and others on the front line of climate change.

Muhammed Muheisen

Muhammed Muheisen is a Jordanian photographer and the founder of the Dutch non-profit organization Everyday Refugees Foundation. Through his foundation, Muhammed documents, educates, helps and empowers refugees, local communities and people displaced internally by war, natural disasters, discrimination and poverty while raising public awareness by sharing their stories with the world.

Surshti Patel

Surshti Patel is a British conservation social scientist who develops pro-poor, equitable and scalable solutions for community-based marine and freshwater conservation, integrating plastic waste management, protected area establishment, sustainable livelihood development and access to financial services. Surshti’s upcoming work will contribute novel research towards understanding the relationship in the poverty and plastics dialogue and will help develop science-based solutions for waste management in poor rural communities.

Goabaone Jaqueline Ramatlapeng

Goabaone Jaqueline Ramatlapeng is a Motswana geoscientist who is investigating the processes controlling the water chemistry of the Okavango Delta in semi-arid Botswana. She is also the founder of a writing platform where she provides research, academic, and professional development support to African university students and professionals in STEM.

Christopher Schell

Christopher Schell is an American urban ecologist who combines behavioral, physiological, and genomic approaches to demonstrate the myriad consequences of historical and contemporary inequities on organismal, population, and community-level dynamics of wildlife. Christopher’s interdisciplinary work addresses how systemic racism and oppression affect urban ecosystems, while also highlighting the need for environmental justice, civil rights, and equity as the bedrock of biological conservation and climate activism.

Theanne Schiros

Theanne Schiros is an American materials scientist whose research focuses on the development of advanced and bioinspired materials for a circular economy, including clean energy technology and regenerative performance textiles. Through her innovative fiber production company, Theanne is bringing attention to the ways that science and innovation can improve the clothing and textile manufacturing industry.

Alex Schnell

Alex Schnell is an Australian wildlife scientist and science communicator with expertise in marine biology, animal behavior, animal intelligence and conservation in both terrestrial and aquatic species ranging from elephants to octopuses. Alex will present National Geographic’s “Secrets of the Octopus,” a continuation of the award winning “Secrets of…” franchise and set to premier in 2024.

Zhengyang Wang

Zhengyang Wang is a Chinese conservation biologist who studies the diversity of insects in the Himalaya and Hengduan Mountains. He uses telemetry and genetic techniques to monitor changes in insect population across the high elevation landscape. His other research focuses on the insect-eating Ophiocordyceps fungus (aka. caterpillar fungus) and studies the global insect trade online.

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2022: Thomas Lovejoy 2021: Enric Sala 2020: Katherine Johnson 2018: Peter H. Raven 2017: Neil deGrasse Tyson 2016: Maeve Leakey 2016: Nainoa Thompson 2015: George Schaller 2013: Edward O. Wilson 2013: Sylvia Earle 2013: James Cameron 2012: Jacques Piccard 2010: Gil Grosvenor 2000: Don Walsh 1999: Matthew Alexander Henson 1999: Brian Jones 1996: Bertrand Piccard 1995: Robert D. Ballard 1994: Jane Goodall 1994: Richard Leakey 1981: Gilbert F. White 1981: Robert L. Crippen 1978: John W. Young 1978: Bruce Charles Heezen 1978: Marie Tharp 1975: James E. Webb 1970: Alexander Wetmore 1970: Edwin A. Aldrin 1970: Neil A. Armstrong 1969: Michael Collins 1969: William A. Anders 1969: Frank Borman 1967: James A. Lovell Jr. 1963: Juan T. Trippe 1962: American Mount Everest Expedition 1962: John H. Glenn Jr. 1962: Louis Leakey 1959: Mary Leakey 1959: Vivian Fuchs 1958: U.S. Navy Antarctic Expeditions 1954: Paul A. Siple 1945: British Everest Expedition 1936: H.H. Arnold 1935: Lincoln Ellsworth 1935: Orvil A. Anderson 1934: Albert W. Stevens 1931: Anne Morrow Lindbergh 1930: Roy Chapman Andrews 1927: Charles A. Lindbergh 1926: Richard E. Byrd Jr. 1919: Vilhjamur Stefansson 1910: Ernest H. Shackleton 1909: Robert A. Bartlett 1908: Grove Carl Gilbert 1907: Roald Amundsen 1906: Robert E. Peary

Rolex National Geographic Explorer of the Year

2023: Shabana Basij-Rasikh 2022: Tara Roberts 2021: Paula Kahumbu 2020: Corey Jaskolski 2019: Okavango Wilderness Project Team 2018: Joel Sartore 2017: Brian Skerry 2016: Lee Berger 2015: The Rangers of Virunga National Park 2014: Bryan Christy 2013: James Cameron 2012: Gerlinde Kaltenbrunner 2011: Kenny Broad and Wes Skiles

National Geographic/Buffett Awards for Leadership in Conservation

2023: Lily-Arison Rene de Roland 2023: José Manuel Briceño Linares 2022: Giuliana Furci 2022: Rachel Ikemeh 2021: Abdullahi Ali 2021: Bernal Rodriguez Herrera 2020: Angela Maldonado 2020: Jeannie Raharimampionona 2019: Patricia Medici 2019: Tomas Diagne 2018: Pablo Garcia Borboroglu 2018: Leonidas Nzigiyimpa 2017: Rosamira Guillen 2017: Olivier Nsengimana 2016: Makala Jasper 2016: Victor Zambrano 2015: Roger Fotso 2015: Monica Gonzalez 2014: Benezeth Mutayoba 2014: Enriqueta Velarde 2013: Alberto Yanosky 2013: Charles Tumwesigye 2012: Pati Ruiz Corzo 2012: Zachary Tchoundjeu 2011: Paula Kahumbu 2011: Moi Enomenga 2010: John Makombo 2010: Vitor Osmar Becker and Clemira Ordoñez Souza 2008: Denise Rambaldi 2008: Fatima Jama Jibrell 2007: Inogwabini Bila-Isia 2007: Jorge Enrique Orejuela-Gartner 2006: Jaime Incer 2006: Zephaniah Phiri Maseko 2005: Nyawira Muthiga 2005: Marcedonio Cortave 2004: Ali Kaka 2004: Michel Masozera 2003: Aida Safire and Augusto Assane Omar 2002: Annette Lanjouw 2002: Lorivi Ole Moirana

Eliza Scidmore Award

2023: Kiliii Yüyan 2022: Lynsey Addario 2020: Erika Larsen 2019: Lynn Johnson 2019: David Quammen 2018: Carolyn Porco

Planetary Leadership Award

2022: Carlos Alvarado Quesada, former President of Costa Rica 2022: Iván Duque Márquez, former President of Colombia 2020: Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada 2019: James Michel and Danny Faure, former Presidents of the Seychelles 2018: Michelle Bachelet, former President of Chile

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The Travel Media Awards launched in 2015, celebrating the very best of the travel media sector. 

Launched in 2015, the Travel Media Awards is widely recognised as the premier awards event in travel media, and the only UK national awards exclusively rewarding editorial excellence and achievement across all forms of travel media.

To view the full list of 2023 winners, click here .

The 2023 awards consisted of 21 categories that spanned all areas of travel media — broadcasting, journalism and photography in print and online. The event took place at The Savoy, London where over 300 people were present to honour the very best of the UK’s travel media industry. The editorial director of TTG Media, Pippa Jacks, won the Special Contribution Award for 2023.

Entries for the Travel Media Awards 2024 are now open .

Travel Media Awards was created by, and is owned and operated under, a joint venture agreement between Travega and APL Media Limited.

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The Travel Media Awards advisory panel consists of leading travel businesses and specialist travel PR companies, and plays an important role in shaping the awards. The panel also provides invaluable knowledge and insight into the travel media sector, helping to ensure the awards remain a must-enter event for travel writers, broadcasters and photographers.

Emma Cashmore, Managing Director, Axis Travel Marketing

Emma Cashmore is the Founder and Managing Director of Axis Travel Marketing, one of London’s leading tourism marketing, PR and MICE agencies. Emma has more than 20 years’ experience working across a variety of clients from luxury high-end resorts to emerging destinations, resulting in extensive reach from PR and brand marketing campaigns.

Jonathan Sloan, EVP, International Strategy, MMGY Global

Jonathan is Managing Director of MMGY Europe and has over 25 years of marketing and PR experience in the travel, hotel and restaurant sectors. In his role, Jonathan connects companies and destinations in the travel and hospitality space with specific brands under the MMGY Global umbrella based on their specific channel marketing needs in Europe and the Middle East.

Jules Ugo, CEO, LOTUS

Jules is CEO of strategic communications and advisory consultancy LOTUS and is one of the founding members of the business.

Included in PR Week’s 2023 Power Book for the sixth year running, Jules is one of the most respected and well-known PR practitioners in the travel industry with almost 25 years in the field. She leads a 30-strong team focusing on delivering award-winning work and campaigns for international travel brands and implementing innovative nation-branding strategies.

Maria Pieri, Editorial Director, APL Media Limited

Maria Pieri is the Editorial Director for APL Media, a specialist travel and lifestyle content media provider, whose titles include the award-winning National Geographic Traveller (UK) magazine, Postcards and a series of lifestyle newspaper supplements, apps and websites

Rachel O’Reilly, Head of Comms, Kuoni

As Communications Director for luxury worldwide travel company Kuoni for the past nine years, Rachel makes regular appearances on television and radio and also hosts the company’s own internal news programme on a weekly basis.

Throughout her 30-year career in travel, Rachel has worked for companies of all shapes and sizes, from large mass-market companies to small, independently run start-ups and is listed at number three on the latest PR Week Powerbook of the UK’s most influential PR professionals in travel list.

Amy Skelding, Managing Partner, FINN Partners

Amy Skelding leads the UK Travel Practice at FINN Partners, one of the fastest-growing global, independent marketing and communications agencies in the world, with a values-driven culture that champions integrity, collaboration and innovation. FINN’s Travel Practice represents clients from across the travel and lifestyle sector including tourism boards, tour operators, airlines, hotel groups, luxury properties and more.

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USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards

These 20 adventure tour operators — nominated by an expert panel — cater to travelers who crave excitement, challenge, and fun in their vacations. Whether you're looking for an individualized journey or group tour, they'll have something for you, with activities ranging from hiking and biking to rafting and kayaking. Which adventure tour operator would you most like to book with? Vote for your favorite once per day until polls close on Monday, May 27 at noon ET. The 10 winning tour operators will be announced on Wednesday, June 5. Read the official  Readers' Choice rules . 

These 20 adventure tour operators — nominated by an expert panel — cater to travelers who crave excitement, challenge, and fun in their vacations. Whether you're looking for an individualized journey or group tour,...   Read More

Best Adventure Tour Operator Nominees

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Adventure Canada

Equipped with a fleet of small-scale cruise liners, Adventure Canada has mastered the art of both Arctic and Antarctic excursions. Across Canada, the Northwest Passage voyage highlights the idyllic beauty of Nunavut, while those hoping to spot polar bears in the wild should spring for a Heart of the Arctic expedition, with both featuring highly educated naturalists and archaeologists aboard the ship.

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Aurora Expeditions

A pioneer of Antarctic travel in the 20th century, Aurora Expeditions has evolved into a force within the industry that offers trips all across the globe. Polar voyages are particularly popular, with options ranging from the shores of Antarctica to the High Arctic, while other cruise routes include Costa Rica, Scotland, and Iceland.

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Bindlestiff Tours

Bindlestiff Tours specializes in small group adventures with a focus on the American Southwest, Alaska, and western Canada. Guests enjoy fully customized touring vehicles with enlarged viewing windows, free Wi-Fi at most campsites, and the myriad benefits of insider expertise, like the best spots to photograph a sunset or favorite local restaurants.

Photo courtesy of Kirstie Mullikin

Explorer Chick Adventure Co.

From snorkeling around the Galapagos to gorilla trekking in Uganda, Explorer Chick’s curated tours span five separate continents — and each one is crafted specifically by women, for women. Founded in 2014 by Nicki Bruckmann, this adventure company provides ample opportunity to explore gorgeous landscapes and forge new friendships all across the globe.

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Frontiers North Adventures

While northern Canada may not be the most easily accessed region, Frontiers North Adventures is perfectly equipped for making your dream excursion come true. In addition to polar bear safaris and beluga whale watching, the company's Northern Lights and Winter Nights excursion offers an opportunity to catch one of the planet's most stunning natural phenomena in real life.

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G Adventures

Launched in 1990, G Adventures has earned acclaim for their wide array of high-end tours and strong commitment to positive social impact. Whether it's hiking in Iceland or biking in Vietnam, each trip is designed to reflect the company's G for Good philosophy, a concept that seeks to benefit all people and communities visited during a trip.

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HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions)

HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) has earned widespread acclaim for their lavish cruises, with destinations ranging from the frigid depths of Antarctica to the sunny shores of the Caribbean. For wildlife lovers in particular, the company's Galapagos expeditions shine a spotlight on the rich biodiversity of the archipelago, while a Svalbard voyage is perfect for spotting polar bears in their natural habitat.

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Intrepid Travel

Toronto-based Intrepid is a treasure trove for small-scale sustainable tours, with more than 100 countries available to visit. With itineraries like lemur-spotting in the rural depths of Madagascar and cultural immersions across the Middle East, this storied adventure company is perfect for accessing some of the most remote corners of the globe.

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Journeys International

Journeys International builds private and group trips to a variety of worldwide destinations, centering each adventure around the individual's or groups' travel goals. Each party is assigned an adventure specialist who makes personalized choices of locations and activities to include in the experience. All journeys are designed to give every person involved a special and unique trip of a lifetime.

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Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic

New Zealand, French Polynesia, and Greenland are just a few of the dazzling destinations frequented by Lindblad Expeditions, a storied tour operator that's been working in tandem with National Geographic since 2004. While warm weather destinations span from Baja California to the Amazon, the company has earned abundant acclaim for their immersive Antarctic expeditions focusing on native wildlife amidst stunning scenery.

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Maple Leaf Adventures

The spectacular beauty of Canada is on full display with Maple Leaf Adventures, a small-ship cruise operator that's been in the business since 1986. While the bulk of their itineraries focus on showcasing locations across western Canada, gastronomes can also join in on the fun with a curated Craft Beer Cruise or Wines And Islands excursion across British Columbia.

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MT Sobek has been a leader in the adventure travel industry for more than half a century. Today, travelers can choose from some 200 journeys around the world. Each one is designed to inspire and exhilarate, with interest categories like multi-adventure, family adventure, wildlife and safari, adventure cruising, hiking and trekking, cultural discovery, and rafting and kayaking.

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Nantahala Outdoor Center

Beginning as a small-scale rafting tour company back in 1972, Nantahala Outdoor Center has expanded far beyond just the rivers of North Carolina, operating tours from southern Iceland to the Zambezi River. Though their scope has expanded on an international scale, the company still excels at domestic adventure, showcasing the incredible rafting opportunities across the Southern United States.

Photo courtesy of REI Co-op / REI Adventures

Adventure travelers have long turned to REI to outfit their travels; with REI Adventures, they’ll also find more than 100 fully curated experiences across the United States. These active travel itineraries might involve cycling near Zion National Park, hiking through Yellowstone and Grand Teton, kayaking at Point Reyes, or enjoying a weekend of backpacking close to home.

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Stubborn Mule Travel

A perfect fit for all ages, Stubborn Mule Travel has curated a wide variety of itineraries designed specifically for traveling families. Destinations span across five continents, and as an added bonus, the company also offers unique itinerary stops based off of the interests of each individual guest.

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Thomson Safaris

Best known as the home of Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania has earned worldwide acclaim for its abundant natural beauty — a quality that Thomson Safaris has been highlighting for more than 40 years. While there’s no going wrong with a classic safari, the company also offers food-focused tours and even plane excursions, each one led by a team of expert local guides.

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Urban Events Global

Kevin Knight founded Urban Events Global as a travel company for African American adventure seekers looking to explore with like-minded travelers. The company hosts regular camping weekends, as well as group tours to destinations like Ghana, Dubai, Greece, and Jamaica. They can also plan a custom trip itinerary for you.

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WHOA Travel

WHOA Travel works with women guides and business owners to build unique travel experiences. WHOA group adventures are scheduled all over the world, from Kilimanjaro and Peru to Iceland and Bavaria. 

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Wild Women Expeditions

Wild Women Expeditions specializes in “amazing outdoor adventures for all women.” The company leads trips to more than two dozen countries around the globe, with activities like canoeing, kayaking, cycling, hiking, surfing, sailing, and yoga.

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Zephyr Adventures

Equipped with a roster of trips that span from strenuous mountain hikes to e-biking excursions, Zephyr Adventures offers a diverse range of options for your next getaway. For a glimpse into the beauty of coastal New England, the Acadia National Park Hiking Adventure is a top choice, while those who prefer a more laid-back itinerary can spring for the Czech Republic Breweries and Walking Adventure.

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