Wine Travel Awards 2025–2026

Wine Travel Awards 2025–2026
This year, public voting for the nominees of the Fifth Anniversary Edition of the Wine Travel Awards (WTA) 2025–2026 will open on March 11. We continue to accept applications for participation – join the global network of wine and tourism leaders and benefit from a targeted marketing campaign across various international markets.

Application deadline: March 8, 2026.

Please send your applications for the WTA 2025–2026 to: winetravelawards@gmail.com

Apply for the Wine Travel Awards (WTA) 2025–2026.

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Events

WINE PARIS 2026: BE SPIRITS! BE NO! Let’s be happy! WINE PARIS 2026: BE SPIRITS! BE NO! Let’s be happy! France Vinexposium is elevating its WINE PARIS 2026 event with a broader scope and a refreshed strategic vision. Wine Paris, the international wine exhibition, is expanding, restructuring and adapting to shifting global beverage trends. For the first time, three dedicated hubs – Wine Paris, Be Spirits and Be No – will be housed under one roof, presenting the full spectrum of alcoholic and no‑alcohol drinks. With this move, Vinexposium reinforces its position as a key force within the global wine industry, responding proactively to major market transitions. The Drinks+ media group continues its long‑standing role as an information partner to the event, while Ukraine stands out with participant growth exceeding 70 per cent. More
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Articles & Interviews

Hannah Tovey: «The importers have always been the bedrock of London Wine Fair. As largest global importer of wine, their presence is an essential part of the show’s success» Hannah Tovey: «The importers have always been the bedrock of London Wine Fair. As largest global importer of wine, their presence is an essential part of the show’s success» Great Britain On the cusp of 2026, a headline from London sent ripples through the global wine community: Britain’s most influential wine event, the London Wine Fair, has been acquired by a new company, Vindustrious. Yet for participants, the shift proved far less dramatic than it first appeared – the new venture is led by none other than the fair’s long‑standing Head of London Wine Fair, Hannah Tovey. Drinks+ had the privilege of speaking with Ms Tovey about the evolution and future direction of this iconic exhibition. Given the scale of the changes, our conversation turned out to be a long one – but well worth your patience. More
Lady May. Her Journey with Wine Lady May. Her Journey with Wine France/South Africa In May 2025, Madame May‑Éliane de Lencquesaing, known worldwide as Lady May, turned 100. It felt like a sign from the universe – for that same year marked the 100th anniversary of Pinotage, the flagship grape of South Africa, where the estate still overseen by Madame May‑Éliane is located. And the stars aligned happily for Drinks+, as the legendary Lady May found the time to give an exclusive interview to our media. We are immensely proud that such an extraordinary figure in the world of wine shared with our readers both her precious time and her bright, inspiring thoughts. More
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About WTA

Welcome to the Wine Travel Awards (WTA), a global platform dedicated to recognizing and elevating excellence in wine tourism. The WTA goes beyond traditional awards by offering a 1.5-year marketing campaign that boosts visibility and engagement across multiple international markets.

Our annual awards serve as a cost-effective advertising and information campaign, spotlighting outstanding people, regions, wines, and local products in countries around the world. With a community spanning over 42 countries, the WTA connects a diverse network of professionals, from small businesses to large enterprises. Joining the WTA gives you access to valuable partnerships, collaboration opportunities, and the tools to stand out in the competitive wine and tourism industry. We’re here to help you make a lasting impact globally.

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Wine Travel Awards Guide 2024-2025 – Fouth Edition

The Wine Travel Awards are delighted to announce the launch of the WTA Guide 2024-2025, an annual prestigious publication that showcases members of the WTA community from 45 countries. This guide serves as an essential resource, offering a panorama of inspiring experiences and highlighting influential personalities in the realm of wine tourism. The Guide is available in print and will be distributed at major international wine and wine tourism events in 2026, including Wine Paris, ProWein, and the London Wine Fair, among others. Additionally, a digital version of the Guide can be accessed via the link below or at digital kiosks at Wine Paris and ProWein throughout the year.
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