Travel is built on trust, planning and the ability to make each journey feel well handled from start to finish. The 2026 Travel Awards celebrate businesses across specialist holidays, accessible tourism, executive travel, agency services, family travel and customer-focused transport. This year, our Winners show how quality travel experiences are created through care, expertise and consistency.

Our 2026 Travel Awards Winners

Building a large-scale travel agency network while maintaining training, culture and support is no small task, which is why The Travel Franchise earns Travel Agency of the Year. With more than a thousand home-based consultants trading under Not Just Travel, the business has created a model that helps people enter the travel industry with structured backing, access to extensive holiday options and ongoing mentorship. Its growth, franchisee success stories and focus on support make this a strong example of agency development at scale.

Luxury travel depends on more than comfortable vehicles or premium presentation. It relies on reliability, discretion and the ability to make every journey feel considered, and St Andrews Executive reflects that through its win for Best Luxury Travel Company. Serving clients across Scotland, including international visitors, golfers, wedding parties and corporate travellers, the business combines local knowledge with professional transport, investing in quality vehicles and delivering a personal service that supports the wider visitor experience.

Accessible travel requires specialist knowledge, careful planning and an understanding of the barriers customers may face, making Sage Traveling LLC a fitting winner of the Innovation in Travel Award. Founded by wheelchair user John Sage, the business focuses exclusively on accessible holidays, guided tours, cruise travel and shore excursions for disabled and elderly travellers. Its work combines firsthand experience with detailed destination research, helping customers travel with greater confidence and independence.

Heritage travel is at its best when specialist knowledge turns a unique stay into a well-matched experience, and Celtic Castles Limited is recognised as Boutique Travel Retailer of the Year for exactly that. With decades of experience in castle stays, the business offers access to a broad portfolio of historic properties while maintaining personalised guidance through its team of castle experts. Its continued development, strong customer feedback and focus on tailored advice show how a niche travel retailer can build long-term credibility.

Independent holiday retail succeeds when local insight, property standards and customer care work together, which is why Anchor Bay Holidays receives Independent Travel Retailer of the Year. Focused on holidays at The Bay Filey and the Yorkshire Coast, the business has grown from owner experience into a significant independent agency with a clear emphasis on quality control, fair commissions, guest support and local knowledge. Its hands-on approach gives both guests and owners a more personal alternative to larger platforms.

Business travel often depends on punctuality, availability and confidence in the provider, and Call A Car Taxis earns Business Travel Company of the Year for its established role across Denton, Tameside, East Manchester and the wider Greater Manchester area. Operating for more than 50 years, the business supports airport transfers, corporate travel, school transport, NHS-approved transport and local journeys. Its investment in booking technology, dispatch systems and professional drivers underpins a dependable service for customers who rely on transport being there when needed.

Family travel works best when flexibility, comfort and ease are built into the experience, and Hello Switzerland Tours is named Best Travel Company for Family Holidays for its private guided rail tours across Switzerland. Led by Laura, the business offers personalised itineraries that can be adapted for different generations, accessibility needs and pace preferences. By combining first-class rail travel, local knowledge and a fully private approach, it gives families the space to enjoy Switzerland on their own terms.

Family-run travel businesses often stand out through personal accountability and a clear sense of service, which is reflected in Wilson Minibuses winning Best Family Business. With customer satisfaction placed at the centre of its approach, the business represents the kind of practical, relationship-led transport provider that customers often rely on for dependable journeys. Its recognition reflects the value of family businesses that build trust through consistency and care.

Customer satisfaction in coach travel is shaped by safety, professionalism and service quality across every journey, and Company Coaches earns Exceptional Customer Satisfaction for its sustained focus in these areas. The business places safety at the centre of its operations, with driver training, first aid and CPR qualifications, quality control and strong internal procedures all supporting the customer experience. Its shift towards private hire and corporate contracting also shows an ability to adapt while maintaining high standards.

2026 Travel Awards Finalists

· Heritage & Stone Tours – Best Travel Company for Family Holidays
· Celtic Castles Limited – Independent Travel Retailer of the Year
· Hello Switzerland Tours – Best Luxury Travel Company
· Call A Car Taxis – Best Family Business
· Anchor Bay Holidays – Travel Agency of the Year
· St Agnes Holiday Park – Exceptional Customer Satisfaction
· Sabs Travel and Tours – Business Travel Company of the Year

Celebrating Travel Businesses Built on Trust

The Travel Awards highlight the range of businesses shaping customer experiences across the travel sector. Some support once-in-a-lifetime holidays, others provide essential transport, accessible travel planning, family-friendly trips or specialist accommodation. What connects them is a shared focus on helping customers feel informed, supported and confident in their choices.

This year’s Winners and Finalists also show how varied achievement in travel can be. We have seen businesses investing in technology, fleet quality, training, accessibility, property standards, franchise support, safety systems and personalised advice. These are practical achievements, but they are also the foundations of better travel experiences.

At Business Awards UK, we are pleased to recognise organisations that are helping people travel with greater confidence, comfort and reassurance. Congratulations to all our 2026 Travel Awards Winners and Finalists.