Travel + Leisure Co. Names Koh Samui Best Island, EVA Air Top Airline in 2026 Awards
TNL•Travel + Leisure Co. surveyed over 207,000 readers to name Koh Samui Best Island, Patina Osaka Best Hotel and EVA Air top airline in its 2026 World's Best Awards. San Miguel de Allende and Santa Fe led city rankings, with the full winners list publishing July 17 in the August issue.
1. Awards Overview
Travel + Leisure Co. announced its 2026 World's Best Awards following a survey of more than 207,000 global readers, covering categories such as destinations, hotels, airlines, cruise lines and travel experiences. The annual program reflects current traveler preferences and highlights emerging and enduring favorites across multiple segments.
2. Notable Winners
Koh Samui, Thailand earned Best Island honors for the first time, while Patina Osaka in Japan was named Best Hotel in the World and EVA Air topped the international airline category. San Miguel de Allende secured the title of Best City Worldwide, and Santa Fe retained Best U.S. City status, alongside expanded top ten lists for cities, islands and more.
3. Publication and Brand Impact
The complete list of winners will be published on July 17 in the August issue, coinciding with a celebratory event in New York City. These awards bolster Travel + Leisure’s brand visibility and engagement with its audience ahead of upcoming industry summits in New York and London.
