Tourise 2027Awards

TOURISE is the world’s premier platform for redefining and shaping the future of tourism.

Nominate now

TOURISE AWARDS 2027

Nominations

Best

Overall

Destination

Best

Food & Culinary

Destination

Best

Arts & Culture

Destination

Best

Adventure

Destination

Best

Shopping

Destination

Best

Entertainment

Destination

Best

Wellness

Destination

Don’t wait - nominate your destination today!

Nominate now

TOURISE AWARDS 2027

Jury panel

Winners are selected by an independent, cross-sector jury of ten distinguished global experts

TOURISE AWARDS 2027

Awards cycle

Stay updated on the current Awards cycle

  1. 1

    1 SEPT 2026

    NOMINATION KICK-OFF

  2. 2

    19 NOV 2026

    NOMINATIONS SUBMISSIONS CLOSE

  3. 3

    7 JAN 2027

    SHORTLISTED DESTINATIONS ANNOUNCED

  4. 4

    28 FEB 2027

    FINALIST DESTINATIONS ANNOUNCED

  5. 5

    23 MAR 2027

    AWARD CEREMONY HELD

TOURISE AWARDS 2027

Assessment criteria

The jury draws on decades of expertise to evaluate each destination across 14 criteria

ValueExperienceOfferingConvenience

Core pillars

The award runs on three principles: inclusion, independence and integrity

  • Inclusion

    Participation in the TOURISE Award is open to all and is completely free of charge. By removing financial barriers, we ensure that every destination — regardless of size or resources — can compete on a level playing field based solely on merit. A single valid nomination is all that’s needed for a destination to be considered.

  • Independence

    Led by global tourism icons — shortlisted destinations, finalists and winners are selected by an independent jury of globally recognized tourism leaders, critics and former heads of world-class organizations. Their decisions are guided solely by expertise and a rigorous evaluation framework, with no influence from popularity or vote count.

  • Integrity

    Every stage of the Award is guided by a rigorous framework rooted in global best practices, with data-driven assessments ensuring objective, fair and consistent evaluation.

Eligibility criteria

To be eligible for nomination, a destination must demonstrate the following core attributes

  • Defined geographic scope

    Physical area, which can be a town, city, region, or specific site with recognized boundaries.

  • Distinct identity and character

    Unique character and appeal stem from culture, landscapes, and attractions, shaping how the destination is perceived by travelers.

  • Responsible governing body

    Backed by a tourism governing body responsible for ensuring a destination is effectively managed, developed, and promoted.

TOURISE AWARDS 2025

AWARDS 2025 RECAP

Five categories and the flagship award, announced in Riyadh - and the destinations that took them

  • Ancash

    Best Adventure Destination

    01

    Ancash

    Peru

    1. 02Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
    2. 03Bwindi Impenetratable National Park
  • New York

    Best Arts & Culture Destination

    01

    New York

    United States

    1. 02Kyoto, Japan
    2. 03Paris, France
  • Tokyo

    Best Entertainment Destination

    01

    Tokyo

    Japan

    1. 02Seoul, South Korea
    2. 03Mexico City, Mexico
  • Tokyo

    Best Food & Culinary Destination

    01

    Tokyo

    Japan

    1. 02London, England
    2. 03Hong Kong, China
  • Tokyo

    Best Overall Destination

    01

    Tokyo

    Japan

    1. Paris

      Best Shopping Destination

      01

      Paris

      France

      1. 02London, England
      2. 03Singapore, Singapore

    Social media