Tripadvisor presents Traveler’s Choice Awards at ITB Asia 2026
SINGAPORE, 22 October 2026: Yesterday during ITB Asia 2026, Tripadvisor presented its Traveler’s Choice Awards for Best of the Best in Top Experiences, celebrating the highest level of excellence in travel.
Tripadvisor Traveler’s Choice Awards are awarded to those who receive a high volume of above-and-beyond reviews and opinions from the Tripadvisor community over a 12-month period and is achieved by fewer than 1% out of Tripadvisor’s 8 million listings.
Here are the winners:
Food Activity Japan
“Sushi Making Osaka Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class”
Osaka is home to some of Japan's best food, and this group sushi-making session is a great way to sharpen your culinary skills. Instead of just going out for sushi, why not learn how to make it at home, too? Eat when you're hungriest with classes in the morning, afternoon, and evening.
Magical Trip (2025)
“Tokyo Bar Hopping Tour in Shinjuku”
Tour the back alleyways in Tokyo’s Shinjuku district and visit hidden Japanese bars. Save time researching and planning your trip by having a guide show you places that are usually difficult for tourists to find. Take the stress out of language barriers when your local insider guide recommends food and drink options (included) for you to try and helps you order.
Japan Panoramic Tour
“Peaceful Hiroshima & Miyajima UNESCO 1 Day Bus Tour”
See the major sights of Hiroshima and Miyajima on a full-day tour from Hiroshima. Travel by air-conditioned coach to UNESCO World Heritage sites and World War II locations such as the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, then view the red torii gates at Itsukushima Shrine in Miyajima. Learn about the region's history from your guide and through an audio-guide on board the bus.
Dixie Antelope Tours
“Lower Antelope Canyon Hiking Tour”
Visit Lower Antelope Canyon with a Navajo guide during this guided tour. Complete a one-mile loop on foot (comfortable shoes recommended). Walk through multi-coloured Navajo sandstone, whipped by wind and sun into a variety of formations. The trail has one staircase and eight ladders with safety handrails.
Japan Food Entertainment
“Award-Winning Authentic Ramen Making Experience in Kyoto”
Immerse yourself in the delicious world of Japanese ramen by having a cooking class at the Ramen Factory in Kyoto. Find out secret tips and techniques that you likely wouldn’t discover otherwise, such as how to make the perfect broth, and how to make noodles from scratch. Choose your favourite toppings, and best of all, feast on your personalized bowl of ramen at the end.
Jupiter Legend
“Lower Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend Day Tour with Lunch”
Trade the bright lights of Las Vegas for the spectacular landscapes of Lower Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend on a full-day adventure into the heart of the American Southwest. Leave the planning to your guide and simply arrive at your selected meeting point, then relax as everything from transportation to timed canyon admission is taken care of. Explore the sculpted sandstone corridors of Lower Antelope Canyon with a local Navajo guide, take in sweeping views of the Colorado River from Horseshoe Bend, and experience two unforgettable natural wonders in a single day.
Booker
“From Split: Krka Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting Tour”
Croatia’s Krka National Park is sometimes sidelined by visitors to Split who want to avoid hiring a car to get there. This tour makes visiting easy, with round-trip transportation and a winery tour on top. Ride a boat and enjoy free time to hike, swim near the falls, and taste local produce such as cheese and olive oil. Your day finishes with a tour and wine-tastings at the wine estate.
Ninja Food Tours
“Best of Shinjuku: Izakaya Food Tour (3-4 Stops, 14+ Tastings)
Skip the tourist traps and experience the Tokyo nightlife just like a local. This small-group experience takes you on a tour of the Shinjuku district's many izakayas (informal Japanese watering holes). Enjoy a range of classic Japanese dishes at several different izakayas in Golden Gai and Shinjuku, accompanied by drinks, and experience Shinjuku at its most atmospheric: after dark.
You can check out more winners here: https://www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-ThingsToDo-cTopExperiences-g2
