In a ceremony that took place virtually in Moscow, Russia, the best of the best in terms of destinations, hotels or airlines was announced.
Last year, Portugal won the award for the best destination in the world, for which it was nominated again this year. But it was the Maldives that took home the trophy for the best destination in the world for the first time in 2020. Last month, Portugal was voted the best destination in Europe.
Continuing in Portugal, Madeira stood out, once again, as the best island destination in the world, Lisbon won the title of best city for City break and the Algarve was voted the best beach destination in the world.
Browse the photo gallery and discover other important awards presented at the World Travel Awards 2020.
The Portugal Awards
In addition to these three distinctions, Portugal was awarded in the following categories:
Best luxury resort: Conrad Algarve
Best Development Project: Dark Sky Alqueva
Best Golf Resort: Dunas Douradas Beach Club
Best Wine Themed Hotel: L’AND Vineyards, Portugal
Top attraction for adventure tourism: Passadiços do Paiva (Arouca UNESCO Global Geopark)
Best classic hotel: Olissippo Lapa Palace Hotel
Best Conservation Company: Sintra Parks – Monte da Lua
Best airline for Africa: TAP Air Portugal
Best airline in Latin America: TAP Air Portugal
Best in-flight magazine: Up Magazine (TAP Air Portugal)
Best luxury restaurant: Vila Joya Hotel Restaurant @ Vila Joya