SVG listed in six categories for recognition in Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards

ST.VINCENT AND THE Grenadines (SVG), has been shortlisted in six categories in the 2026 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, one of the United Kingdom’s leading consumer-voted travel awards. This comes on the heels of nine nominations in the 2026 World Travel Awards, and the St.Vincent and the Grenadines Tourism Authority (SVGTA), said it welcomes the latest recognition as another opportunity to showcase the diversity and appeal of the destination to the international travel market. Winners are determined by public vote, thus, the SVGTA us encouraging Vincentians at home and across the diaspora, as well as visitors, friends and supporters of the destination to show their support by voting at https://www. wanderlustmagazine.com/ about-us/our-awards/2026wanderlust-travel-awards/ before voting closes on October 27, 2026.

“Every vote contributes to SVG’s opportunity to secure these prestigious recognitions and further strengthen its presence on the global tourism stage,” the Authority said.

The destination has been shortlisted for the coveted Most Desirable Island Country award, and has also been nominated in five additional categories celebrating some of the qualities that make St. Vincent and the Grenadines a distinctive Caribbean destination: Most Desirable Country for Culture & Heritage; Most Desirable Country for Nature & Wildlife; Most Desirable Country for Adventure; Most Desirable Country for Gastronomy; and Most Desirable Country for Sustainability The SVGTA said the six nominations highlight the diversity of St. Vincent and the Grenadines’ tourism offering, from its rich cultural traditions and authentic Vincentian cuisine to its lush landscapes, marine environment, adventure experiences and commitment to preserving the natural beauty and character of its 32 islands and cays.

Voting is open until October 27, 2026, ahead of the Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards ceremony on November 4, 2026, alongside World Travel Market (WTM), London.

“Being recognised across six categories is a wonderful reflection of the breadth and authenticity of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. From our culture and cuisine to our natural environment and adventure experiences, these nominations celebrate many of the qualities that make our destination so special. We encourage Vincentians at home and abroad, our visitors and friends of SVG to cast their votes and help us showcase St.Vincent and the Grenadines to the world,” said Chief Executive Officer of the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Tourism Authority (SVGTA), Shafia London, as she welcomed the recognition and encouraged the public to rally behind the destination.

The Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards celebrate the destinations, experiences and travel brands most admired by Wanderlust readers and travellers, making the recognition an important opportunity to strengthen the destination’s visibility within the UK and wider international travel market.

The SVGTA is encouraging the public to vote, share the campaign with family and friends, and help St.Vincent and the Grenadines secure another major international tourism recognition.