The moment has arrived to reveal the esteemed finalists for the 2024 Luxury Travel Gold List Awards, showcasing an exceptional lineup recognised by our distinguished panel of judges.

Since its inception in 2005, the Luxury Travel Gold List Awards have been a hallmark of excellence in the travel industry, celebrating those who not only embody luxury but also champion ethical responsibility. This annual event highlights the elite of luxury travel, honouring those who push the envelope in design, authenticity, and sustainability.

Our 24 categories that were open to entry span a broad spectrum of the travel industry, from the finest hotels and resorts to exceptional cruise lines, tour operators, and unique travel experiences. These categories reflect the core values of our editorial content and recognise the innovators who are setting new standards in the industry.

The rigorous selection process began with our diverse panel of judges, each bringing extensive expertise and a keen eye for excellence. They meticulously evaluated a vast array of submissions, narrowing down the field to the outstanding finalists we celebrate today. While this shortlist features some of the most remarkable entities in the luxury travel sphere, only one winner will emerge in each category – and that decision now lies in the hands of our readers.

Reader voting kicks off on July 31, and we eagerly anticipate the grand unveiling of the Luxury Travel Gold List Awards Winners at the Reveal Party on December 4, 2024.

We extend our thanks to our prize partners, Tampah Hill and Heritance Aarah, for their generous contributions, adding an extra touch of prestige to this year’s awards.

With great excitement, we present to you the 2024 Luxury Travel Gold List Awards shortlist. Congratulations to all the category finalists!

Boutique Hotel, Resort, or Lodge (1 – 25 rooms)

Flockhill Lodge, New Zealand

Kalinya Estate, Australia

La Esperanza Granada SRL, Spain

Lodge at The Hills, New Zealand

Okoro Villa, New Zealand

Rosewood Cape Kidnappers, New Zealand

Rosewood Matakauri, New Zealand

Royal Davui Island Resort, Fiji

Sanctuary Olonana by Sanctuary Retreats, Africa

Sequoia Lodge, Australia

Tokoeka & Hananui PurePods, New Zealand

Uga Chena Huts, Sri Lanka

Boutique Hotel, Resort, or Lodge (26 – 50 rooms)

Hôtel Belles Rives, France

Kokomo Private Island, Fiji

Osborn House, Australia

Tokoriki Island Resort, Fiji

Boutique Luxury Tour Operator

Blue Derby Pods Ride

Crooked Compass

Exotic Destinations

MyBhutan

Ormina Tours

The Tailor

Up Norway

Boutique Luxury Travel Agency – Leisure

FBI Travel

Mosman Travel

Noosa Cruise and Travel

Oasis Travel

Spencer Travel Leisure

Touch of Spice

Travel Project

Wentworth Travel

Emerging Brand to Watch

Capella Cruise

Crystal

Family Twist

Getawayz NSW

Hotel X

Impact Destinations

Kalinya Estate

The Hotel Britomart

Gourmet Luxury Tourism Experience – Australia & New Zealand

Sugarloaf, Flockhill Lodge, New Zealand

Gariwerd Luxury Escape Package at the Royal Mail Hotel, Australia

Lake House & Dairy Flat Farm Daylesford, Australia

Fire Feast, Australia

Picnic on a Peak, New Zealand

Indigenous Experience

Fireside Chat, Canada

Grizzly Bears of the Wild – A First Nations wildlife journey into the Great Bear Rainforest, Canada

Inua Jamii: Uplifting the community, Kenya

Manta Ray Night Snorkel, Hawaiʻi

The Layap Hat Project, Bhutan

Wintjiri Wiru, Australia

Luxury Expedition Cruise Brand

Aurora Expeditions

Fiordland Discovery

PONANT

Quark Expeditions

Silversea

Viking

Luxury Family Experience

Capella Cruise, Vietnam

Club Med

Hands Up Holidays, New Zealand

In the Footsteps of Emily, France

In the Footsteps of the Impressionists, France

Kokomo Private Island, Fiji

Meeting Santa in Lapland, 50 Degrees North, Finland

Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort, Vietnam

Meliá Koh Samui, Thailand

Milford Highlights with Alpine Kitchen & Dirty Nugget Saloon, New Zealand

Modern Authentic Vietnamese Island Luxury, Vietnam

Zulal Discovery, Chiva-Som, Qatar

Luxury Hotel (51+ rooms)

Aman New York

Coquillade Provence, France

Fable Auckland MGallery, New Zealand

InterContinental Singapore

Melia Chiang Mai, Thailand

Park Hyatt Auckland

Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour

The Hotel Britomart, New Zealand

The Langham, Gold Coast

The Phoenicia Malta

The Porter House Hotel – MGallery Sydney

The Tasman, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart

Luxury Hotel Brand

Aman

Anantara Hotels & Resorts

Club Med

Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts

Meliá, Myanmar

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts

Luxury Hotel or Resort – Australia, New Zealand & South Pacific

Capella Sydney

Kokomo Private Island, Fiji

Lodge at The Hills, New Zealand

Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat, New Zealand

Nanuku Resort Fiji

Park Hyatt Auckland

QT Sydney

Rosewood Kauri Cliffs, New Zealand

The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne

The Tasman, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart

Tokoriki Island Resort, Fiji

Turtle Island Fiji

Luxury Hotel Restaurant or Bar

Atria, The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne

Brasserie 1930, Capella Sydney

Curious, W Melbourne

Evolve Spirits Bar, MACq 01 Hotel (Federal Group)

Hearth Restaurant and Lounge, The Ritz-Carlton, Perth

Lake House Restaurant, Australia

Mary Mary, Marriott International, Australia

McRae Bar, Capella Sydney

Navo Specialty Dining, InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa, Fiji

Oku, Salon de Boeuf – Omakase Atelier, Regent Hotels and Resorts, Vietnam

Spice Trader, The Porter House Hotel MGallery, Australia

Warabi, W Melbourne

Luxury Ocean Cruise Brand (301-750 Guests)

Crystal

Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Silversea

Viking

Luxury Ocean Cruise Brand (Over 750 Guests)

Cunard

Explora Journeys

Oceania Cruises

Luxury Ocean Cruise Brand (Under 300 Guests)

Capella Cruise

Celestia Phinisi Yacht

PONANT – Le Commandant Charcot

SeaDream Yacht Club

Windstar Cruises

Luxury River Cruise Brand

APT

Avalon Waterways

Capella Cruise

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises

Viking

Luxury Travel Advisor (Individual), Australia

Ann-Catherine Jones, The Little Travel Boutique and Offloaded Podcast Studios

Ash Chin, SmartFlyer Australia

Drew Kluska, The Tailor

Ginine Schulberg, FBI Travel

Natalie Cherry, Noosa Cruise & Travel

Phil Smethurst, Bicton Travel

Robyn Sinfield, Penguin Tasmania Australia

Rose Febo, TravelManager

Medium / Large Scale Luxury Tour Operator

Abercrombie & Kent Australia (A&K)

APT

Captain’s Choice

Golden Eagle Luxury Trains

Luxury Gold, The Travel Corporation

Medium / Large Scale Luxury Travel Agency – Leisure

Travel Associates

Travelcall

New Hotel or Resort Design

Artyzen Singapore

Gran Meliá Nha Trang, Vietnam

InterContinental Auckland

Janu Tokyo

Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort, United States

Mākoha PurePod, New Zealand

Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore

Son Bunyola Hotel, Spain

Soneva Secret, Maldives

Southern Ocean Lodge, Australia

The Dolli, Greece

W Sydney

Regenerative Tourism Experience

Gunstock’s Planter’s Experience, Hawai’i, United States

Impact Destinations, New Zealand

Watervale One Night Regeneration Package, Australia

Sustainable, Luxury Resort

Chiva-Som, Thailand

Crystalbrook Byron, Australia

Grand Pacific Hotel, Fiji

InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa

Kokomo Private Island, Fiji

Melia Chiang Mai, Thailand

Melia Purosani Yogyakarta, Indonesia

Park Hyatt Auckland, New Zealand

Pretty Beach House, Australia

Soneva Fushi, Maldives

The Datai Langkawi, Malaysia

The Landing Residences, New Zealand

Wellness Retreat or Resort

Chiva-Som, Thailand

Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat, Australia

Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary, Thailand

Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort, Vietnam

Meliá Vinpearl Phu Quoc, Vietnam

NIHI Sumba, Indonesia

REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort, Indonesia

Soneva Soul, Maldives

Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som, Qatar

Cast your vote for your favourite contenders and stand a chance to win from our luxurious prize pool.