Last chance to win one of 20 luxury holidays worth a total of £650,000
FOLLOW THIS LINK TO COMPLETE THE SURVEY AND ENTER THE PRIZE DRAW
Tell us what’s important to you as a traveller by completing this year’s Telegraph Travel Awards survey – and you could win one of 20 ultimate holiday experiences. But hurry – the deadline for entries is midnight on October 1.
The Telegraph Travel Awards 2017 are your opportunity to highlight the tour operators, destinations and trips that surpass your expectations. Our awards have long been the most trusted in the industry, because they are voted for entirely by you, the readers of The Telegraph, who are among the most experienced, discerning and adventurous of travellers. Because we recognise that you need to invest your time and energy to make these awards what they are, we are delighted to offer you the chance to win one of the amazing holiday experiences revealed here, from a luxury journey through New Zealand - long a reader favourite - to a no-expense-spared tour of India, a luxury ski chalet stay for 30 people, or private jet travel for a year.
So what are you waiting for? Complete our survey for the chance of winning your dream trip.
How to enter
Follow this link to tell us about your favourite travel companies and destinations - and to enter the draw for one of 20 prizes. You will need to leave your name, telephone number and a valid email address. See here for full terms and conditions.
The categories
Best city (see last year's winners)
Best country (see last year's winners)
Best short-haul airline (see last year's winners)
Best long-haul airline (see last year's winners)
Best tour operator (see last year's winners)
Best specialist tour operator (see last year's winners)
Best rail operator (see last year's winners)
Best escorted tour operator (see last year's winners)
Best hotel group (see last year's winners)
Best ocean cruise line (see last year's winners)
Best river cruise line (see last year's winners)
Best ferry operator (see last year's winners)
Best ski company (see last year's winners)
The prizes
1. Experience a 12-day luxury tour of India with Oberoi Hotels & Resorts and Ampersand Travel (worth £120,000)
The prize-winner will experience an extraordinary tour for two people, including a visit to The Oberoi Sukhvilas Resort & Spa, which has recently opened in New Chandigarh and is surrounded by over 8,000 acres of protected natural forest at the foothills of the outer Himalayas. They will also stay at the award-winning The Oberoi, Gurgaon, The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra, The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla, and Wildflower Hall, Shimla, in the Himalayas, enjoying suite accommodation at each property, while they indulge in an array of unbeatable Oberoi Experiences. Tour operator and luxury India specialist Ampersand Travel will organise the ground arrangements and transport for two people, including return flights from the UK, domestic flights, private car transfers and expert, English-speaking guides.
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2. Discover Indonesia and Papua New Guinea on a 17-day luxury cruise with Silversea (worth £25,000)
This Silversea voyage, on one of the most luxurious ships at sea, will visit off-the-beaten-track villages, discover fjords and forests and connect with local cultures. The winner and their guest can explore remote bays and secluded beaches, spot dozens of bird species and discover a variety of corals and marine wildlife on unique, small-group shore excursions led by a team of expert guides. The all-inclusive 17-day voyage on board Silversea’s ultra-luxury Silver Discoverer starts in Cairns and returns to Darwin. Flights from the UK for two people are included.
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3. Enjoy the ultimate luxury Mauritius experience with Beachcomber Hotels (worth £20,000)
As the pioneer of the hotel industry in Mauritius 65 years ago, Beachcomber Hotels had the first pick of the prime locations for their hotels. This is the ultimate luxury Beachcomber 12-night Mauritius Experience, staying at three of Beachcombers’ very best hotels – Dinarobin Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa, Trou Aux Biches Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa and the world-renowned Royal Palm. Not only will you get to enjoy some of the best accommodation on the island, fine cuisine and superb Mauritian service but a whole host of added treats, including a spa treatment, free golf, helicopter transfer, driver and guide for a day of exploring the island.
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4. Sample private jet memberships plus flights to or from New York with JetSmarter (worth £33,000)
JetSmarter is offering two SMART memberships and two one-way flights to or from New York to one lucky prize-winner. This prize enables guests to enjoy full access to JetSmarter membership privileges, including complimentary seats on most shuttle routes. The prize gives its recipients the chance to experience private air travel like never before, through JetSmarter’s revolutionary mobile app that seamlessly connects travellers to private jets at attractive fares worldwide, in real time.
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5. Luxuriate in the Ultimate Tuscan Villa Experience for 30 guests with Tuscany Now & More (worth £31,000)
A luxury villa rental company devoted to providing a portfolio of exclusive properties and experiences, plus an expert concierge service, Tuscany Now & More is offering seven nights at one of their most impressive properties, the Estate of Petroio, for a group of 30 people. Prepare for an idyllic week, where the fortunate winner and their guests will experience authentic Italian cooking lessons, daily tennis coaching, an exclusive wine tasting as well as the services of a private chef (breakfast and dinner) and maid. Also inclusive of return airport transfers for 30 people and 12 bottles of Chianti each day, this prize is valued at over £31,000.
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6. Set out on a 15-day tour of New Zealand with Red Savannah and Air New Zealand (worth £25,000)
Win the private journey of a lifetime to New Zealand with expert UK tour operator Red Savannah and leading airline Air New Zealand. You and a guest will embark on a 15-day luxurious journey to the country voted as the best in the world by Telegraph readers for the last four years. After enjoying award-winning in-flight service in Premium Economy, you’ll stay in some of the finest and newest hotels on both North and South Islands, and experience what makes New Zealand one of the most beautiful and desirable countries to visit and live in.
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7. Experience the luxurious side of Thailand with Four Seasons Resorts (worth £35,000)
The prize-winner will journey through the “land of smiles” with Four Seasons for the experience of a lifetime. Two sophisticated resorts – one nestled in a lush valley, the other secluded on an island shore – and an incomparable tented camp await you in this never-to-be-repeated eight-night itinerary for up to four people. Walk with elephants, cycle through rice paddy fields, discover the wonders of an exotic coral reef, learn Muay Thai or simply kick back with a delectable meal. Throughout you’ll indulge in the Four Seasons spirit of thoughtful service and unmatched experiences with family or friends at the exclusive Private Residences at these three award-winning resorts.
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8. Travel from Canadian Heights to the City of Light with Tauck (worth £25,000)
This ultimate prize package includes two memorable travel experiences from Tauck that together span two continents, range from sea level to nearly 3,000 meters in altitude, and incorporate helicopters, luxury riverboats, state-of-the-art motor coaches and more. The first half of the prize package is Tauck’s seven-day “Bugaboos Adventure Featuring Heli-Exploring”, which is centered around a three-night stay in a cozy, idyllic lodge high in the Canadian Rockies, complete with daily helicopter-assisted excursions through pristine alpine landscapes. The second experience is Tauck’s “Cruising the Seine, plus Versailles, Paris & London”, an amazing 14-day Tauck journey that pairs a two-night hotel stay in Versailles with a nine-day luxury river cruise along the Seine. The itinerary concludes with a memorable two-night hotel stay in London, complete with guided Tauck sightseeing, at the venerable landmark hotel The Savoy.
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9. Experience the ultimate family holiday at Forte Village in Sardinia (worth £32,000)
Located on the sunny south coast of Sardinia with its own white sandy beach and lush Mediterranean gardens, Forte Village is an idyll for adults and children looking to relax with their every need catered for on-site. The winner will stay for seven nights in the lap of luxury in one of Forte Village’s exclusive villas, each with its own private pool and featuring stylish interiors. Experience an unforgettable journey by flying direct with British Airways from the newly refurbished South Terminal at London Gatwick. Included within this prize are flights for a family of four travelling in Euro Traveller to Cagliari, Sardinia.
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10. Sleep your way round the world in style with Six Senses (worth £30,000)
Six Senses is offering one lucky prize-winner and a guest the opportunity to experience the group’s latest wellness initiative at five luxury Six Senses resorts around the world. The prizewinner will “sleep their way around the world” at five of their spectacular properties: Six Senses Douro Valley, Portugal; Six Senses Zighy Bay, Oman; Six Senses Yao Noi, Thailand; Six Senses Ninh Van Bay, Vietnam; and Six Senses Zil Pasyon, Seychelles. The prize includes a four-night stay at each property for two, as well as a comprehensive “Sleep with Six Senses” programme for two during each stay.
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11. Cycle like a pro with seven friends in Alta Badia, with La Perla, Pinarello, InGamba & Skyscanner (worth £24,000)
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Giro d’Italia – and our prize offers the chance to cycle like a pro in Alta Badia, the Unesco World Heritage Site located high in the Italian Dolomites. You will have the chance to celebrate the iconic race with the ultimate cycling trip to Alta Badia, staying at luxury La Perla hotel and experiencing their Leading Bike package, created in partnership with InGamba and Pinarello. Including everything for you and seven friends, from your own measured-to-fit Pinarello Dogma F8 bike to professional mechanics, team car, luxury accommodation and return flights to Venice or Innsbruck with Skyscanner, this is an unrivalled opportunity to cycle the beautiful slopes of Alta Badia in style.
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12. Experience the highlights of Southern Africa with Africa Albida Tourism and Ethiopian Airlines (worth £20,000)
Win an amazing six-night holiday to two of Southern Africa’s iconic destinations: Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, and Chobe, Botswana, a wildlife paradise and home to the famous Chobe Elephants. The prize includes return Ethiopian Airlines Business Class tickets from London and three nights at the exclusive Victoria Falls Safari Club, plus three nights at Ngoma Safari Lodge in Chobe courtesy of Africa Albida Tourism. All meals and transfers (on a private basis) are included, as are activities, park fees and a community levy at Ngoma, and selected activities in Victoria Falls.
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13. Experience a twin-centre Caribbean escape at the Sandpiper, Barbados & Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort – St Lucia (worth £28,000)
A 14-night once-in-a-lifetime Caribbean getaway for two visiting the most exclusive hotels in Barbados and St Lucia, this extraordinary prize offers the winner the chance to experience two of the most luxurious and popular islands in the West Indies. The Sandpiper, Barbados and Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort, St.Lucia have joined forces to create a dual centre escape showcasing the very best of the Caribbean.
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14. Travel beyond Florence by Ferrari with Il Saviatino and Red Travel (worth £30,000)
The prize-winner will experience five nights in Il Salviatino’s Ojetti Suite, a two-day Tuscany tour in a Ferrari (the latest model), as well as two three-hour spa treatments, two dinners, a truffle-hunting experience and a three-hour guided walk of Florence. With spectacular rolling countryside and celebrated cuisine, Tuscany is a timeless destination for romantics, epicureans and nature lovers alike. The award-winning boutique hotel Il Salviatino, a member of the Preferred Hotels & Resorts Legend Collection, has teamed up with Ferrari tour operator Red Travel to create the ultimate Tuscan getaway for two. Highlights include accommodation in the property’s top suite, gastronomic and cultural adventures in the city of Florence and beyond, spa treatments, and self-drive luxury road trips for a discovery of the region’s best-known attractions and best-kept secrets.
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15. Discover the island of Ireland with Belmond and Ballyfin (worth £25,000)
Belmond and Ballyfin are offering the ultimate nine-night voyage of discovery through the heart of the Emerald Isle. The prize for two guests includes a six-night journey aboard Belmond Grand Hibernian – Ireland’s first luxury sleeper train – travelling across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, and a three-night stay at Ballyfin. This prize brings together two of the country’s most luxurious and iconic travel experiences.
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16. Enjoy a four-night stay in a luxury home at Jumby Bay, A Rosewood Resort set on a private island off Antigua (worth £40,000)
Jumby Bay, A Rosewood Resort is an inclusive luxury retreat set on its own enchanting 300-acre private island, two miles off the coast of Antigua in the West Indies. Accessible only by boat, the resort and Estate Homes offer guests a relaxed and authentic Caribbean escape with superb white-sand beaches, an array of world-class dining options and activities to include sailing, cross-fit, kayaking and yoga. You will stay in a privately owned and beautifully designed home, usually part of a rental pool which attracts many celebrities and influential individuals from around the world.
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17. Experience an exclusive stay for 12 guests in Chalet Merlo with the Ultimate Multi-Resort Ski Safari Experience from Premiere Neige (worth £31,000)
A luxury chalet company dedicated to providing outstanding ski experiences, Première Neige is offering one lucky winner seven nights of luxury accommodation at the exclusive Chalet Merlo with the Ultimate Multi-Resort Ski Safari Experience. The winner will be whisked to the heart of the Tarentaise valley, along with up to 11 other guests. The prize is inclusive of return flights and airport transfers for the group. Each day a dedicated driver service will bring the group to and from the slopes to experience the best multi-resort skiing in the Alps. This once-in-a-lifetime ski experience is not to be missed.
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18. Sample the best of the Indian Ocean from Shangri-La and Destinology (worth £25,000)
A luxury holiday of a lifetime, this twin-centre trip will incorporate the very best of the Indian Ocean, courtesy of Shangri-La and Destinology. From the rugged southern coastline of Sri Lanka to one of the most exclusive private island resorts in the Maldives, this eight-night trip will include luxury accommodation at Shangri-La’s Hambantota Resort & Spa and Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa and return business class flights with Destinology, the luxury travel experts. With a selection of signature Shangri-La experiences included such as lunch aboard a luxury yacht on the equator and a private guided safari trip to Udawalawe National Park, this sensational prize will capture the astounding beauty and diversity of the Indian Ocean.
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19. Relish the ultimate sporting thrill in Melbourne, with Visit Melbourne, Bridge & Wickers and Qatar Airways (worth £25,000)
Win a trip to the F1 Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne, Victoria, the world-leading event city. This unforgettable holiday is courtesy of Visit Victoria and luxury travel specialist, Bridge & Wickers, the experts in creating bespoke experiences across Australia. The prize includes two VIP tickets to the F1 Australian Grand Prix, taking place from March 22-25 2018, and a glorious road trip, including a private helicopter flight, along the Great Ocean Road. You’ll also fly in style and enjoy five-star hospitality Courtesy of award winning Qatar Airways, with Business Class flights to Melbourne, a route on which it will introduce the Airbus A380 this year.
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20. Enjoy 14 nights at Coco Bodu Hithi in the Maldives with Coco Collection (worth £30,000)
Coco Bodu Hithi, part of the renowned Maldivian hospitality brand, Coco Collection, is offering one lucky prize-winner 14 nights for two in a Coco Residence. The winner of Most Romantic Resort at the 2016 South Asia Travel Awards, every villa at Coco Bodu Hithi is surrounded by the calm view of the lagoon and the soothing sound of the waves. The coconut palms and lush vegetation blend with the architecture to form sun-speckled pathways winding their way to the beaches and the island’s five restaurants, two bars and spa. The romantic backdrop of Bodu Hithi is the ideal retreat for couples looking to create memories for a lifetime.
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