The Top Picks for the Best Trips
This weird and wonderful world doesn’t want award ceremonies. There’s already an award for almost everything—movies, books, dogs, magicians, and even idiots have numerous awards. And, of course, so, too, does travel. There are multiple travel awards, both by competitors and this publication—we already give annual awards to hotels and destinations. So why is this necessary? Why are we creating yet another award for something that doesn’t need another one?
First, and apologies for the humblebrag, but we’re well-traveled. The Fodor’s editorial team spends an unusual amount of time wandering this globe—we’re a good bunch. It allows us to see and experience the world and test travel’s best (sometimes worst).
Second, we’re damn opinionated. There are no shrinking violets in our offices. We loudly, and sometimes proudly, declare our loves and loathes. We fight among ourselves and debate the most pedantic travel topics, and we’re thrilled to share them with you.
Lastly, we wanted to establish these awards to answer questions that we had posed to ourselves. What’s the best airline for plus-sized passengers? Which is the best airport to grab a good meal? What’s the best cruise to snag a date? Who are the Instagram Influencers who aren’t obnoxiously awful but genuinely inspirational? We wanted to answer valuable questions but also keep it light. Travel is fun, after all. And so often, travel awards are weirdly stiff and dull. The Fodor’s Travel Awards are not meant to be the Peabody of Perambulating, the Academy Awards of Aviation, or the Grammys of Going Places. This is not a black-tie award. Instead, it’s a list of companies and individuals we believe in—a passionate group of well-traveled individuals. And we think these winners will make your travels a little bit better.
The Best Hotels in the USA
If there’s one thing we do right in the United States, it’s extravagance. That doesn’t necessarily mean luxury traditionally; we wholeheartedly go all out. Our selections flaunt the range of incredible and unique hotel offerings nationwide. From themed rooms at hidden hideaways to retro-chic luxury, from magnificently integrated …