World Travel Awards: Portugal with 12 world winners awards

After the 24 awards in the European edition of the World Travel Awards back in October, Portugal has now won 12 in the world edition.

Known as the oscars for tourism, the World Travel Awards distinguishes the top destinations of the world and all the top factors about tourism of those destinations.

The main awards won by Portugal were: The Best Island Destination in the World (Madeira), Best Beach Destination (Algarve) and The Best Adventure Tourism Attraction in the World (Passadiços do Paiva).

Here is the full list of Portugal Awards:

Best Island Destination in the World – Madeira

Best Beach Destination in the World – Algarve

Best Adventure Tourism Attraction in the World – Passadiços do Paiva

Best Airline to Africa – TAP

Best Airline to South America – TAP

Best Conservation Company in the World – Parques de Sintra – Monte da Lua

Best Classic Hotel in the World – Olissippo Lapa Palace Hotel

Best Beach & Lifestyle Resort – Pestana Porto Santo

Best Luxury Hotel for Leisure – Conrad Algarve

Best Hotel in the Wine Tourism Region – L’AND Vineyards

Best Boutique Hotel Operator – Amazing Evolution

Responsible Tourism Award – Dark Sky Alqueva project

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