Attention Luxury Travel Enthusiasts: 2024 Gold List Awards Entry Deadline Extended!

The Luxury Travel Gold List Awards are back and the event is extending the entry deadline this year.

The Luxury Travel Gold List Awards are back, and this year’s event promises to be more exciting and prestigious than ever. The awards, which have been setting a benchmark in luxury travel since 2005, are extending the entry deadline for this year’s event. Prospective and current entrants now have until 19 June 2024 to submit their applications. 

In an era where travel is more desirable and valued than ever, the 2024 Gold List Awards aim to uncover and honour the most unique, exceptional, and luxurious experiences across the globe. This year’s awards focus on authenticity, design, and sustainability, celebrating how these elements shine through in various categories.

Raj and Kavita Nandan with Ambassador Sonam Tobgay who accepted the award for Sustainability Initiative By A Destination/Tourism Region on behalf of the Department of Tourism – Bhutan at the 2023 Reveal Party.

With an impressive number of entries across all 24 categories, it’s clear that the global luxury travel industry is committed to innovation and holistic travel experiences. This year, the awards feature several new and revised categories to reflect the dynamic landscape of luxury travel. Alongside recognising outstanding accommodations and travel operators, the program will spotlight exceptional packages in wellness, sustainability, culture, and food and wine. 

The 2024 categories open for submissions are as follows: 

New Hotel or Resort Design
Luxury Hotel (51+ rooms)
Luxury Hotel Brand
Luxury Hotel or Resort – Australia, New Zealand & South Pacific
Boutique Hotel, Resort, or Lodge (1-25 rooms)
Boutique Hotel, Resort, or Lodge (26-50 rooms)
Sustainable Luxury Resort
Gourmet Luxury Tourism Experience – Australia & New Zealand
Regenerative Tourism Experience
Luxury Hotel Restaurant or Bar
Wellness Retreat or Resort
Luxury Family Experience
Indigenous Experience
Luxury Expedition Cruise Brand
Luxury Ocean Cruise Brand (Under 300 Guests)
Luxury Ocean Cruise Brand (301-750 Guests)
Luxury Ocean Cruise Brand (Over 750 Guests)
Luxury River Cruise Brand
Luxury Travel Advisor (Individual), Australia
Boutique Luxury Travel Agency – Leisure
Medium / Large Scale Luxury Travel Agency – Leisure
Boutique Luxury Tour Operator
Medium / Large Scale Luxury Tour Operator
Emerging Brand to Watch

Additionally, the Luxury Travel team will present an “Editor’s Choice” award for an outstanding entry across all submissions and an “Outstanding Contribution to Luxury Travel in Australia” award. Explore the entry criteria for each category here. 

2023 Winner of Luxury Ocean Or River Cruise Brand (With Ships Under 300 Guests) – Uniworld Boutique River Cruises

The shortlist will be curated by an esteemed jury panel and announced in August 2024, with the winners revealed at the glamorous Reveal Party on 4 December 2024.

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to be recognised as the best in your field. With the extended entry period closing on 19 June 2024, there’s no better time to showcase your excellence in luxury travel. Enter now and join the ranks of the world’s most distinguished luxury travel operators and experiences.