Los Cabos Tourism Board Celebrated This Awards Season

Welcoming millions of visitors to its shores each year, Los Cabos is a favorite destination for golfers, families, and adventure travelers alike. As the destination’s popularity grows, the Los Cabos Tourism Board works to promote the region while protecting the people, wildlife, and nature wonders that make it so special. 

This dedication has not gone unnoticed. The commitment of the Los Cabos Tourism Board has been recognized by some of the most prestigious organizations in the travel industry. We are honored to receive the following accolades and are pleased to share a message on behalf of Rodrigo Esponda, our esteemed Managing Director, about what these honors mean to us.

Travel Weekly

Los Cabos clinched its inaugural "Best Destination in Mexico" title at the prestigious Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards, signaling a pivotal milestone in its journey towards becoming a globally renowned tourist hotspot. This recognition arrives amidst a burgeoning era of conscientious and sustainable tourism, highlighting Los Cabos' stunning natural beauty, exceptional hospitality, and commitment to eco-friendly initiatives as the destination's emphasis on personalized, intimate experiences marks a significant draw for visitors seeking mindful travel experiences.

Travel Weekly Magellan Awards 2023 

The Travel Weekly Magellan Awards honor the very best in travel by recognizing excellence in design, marketing, and service. Los Cabos Tourism Board took home not one or two, but six awards, reflecting our unwavering commitment to sustainability, wellness, and exceptional guest experiences.

Gold Trophy​

• Best Sustainable Destination in Mexico
• Best Destination Webinar Worldwide
• Best Destination Marketing Campaign Worldwide
• Overall Destinations - Eco-Friendly “Sustainable” Destinatio.

Silver Trophy

• Destination Marketing - Campaign-Advertising/Marketing
• Virtual Experiences for Destinations

MarCom Awards 2023 

Known for highlighting top-tier achievements in marketing and communications, MarCom celebrated the Los Cabos Tourism Board’s Wellness Champions campaign with its Platinum Award. It is the mission of the Los Cabos Tourism Board to showcase Los Cabos as a wellness haven, and this recognition is a testament to our commitment.

TravelAge West WAVE Awards 2023

TravelAge West has been the trusted voice in the travel industry of the Western U.S. for more than half a century. As a reputable authority in the industry, TravelAge West allows travel advisors to recognize the outstanding qualities and services of their travel supplier partners with the annual WAVE Awards. Winners were acknowledged in 76 categories, spanning cruises, tours, airlines, hotels, destinations, rail vacations, and travel insurance. Among the winners, we were bestowed with three Gold Awards, acknowledging our hard work and dedication to continually enhancing the visitor experience. 

• Destination with the Highest Client Satisfaction in México
• Favorite Three-Night Destination to Sell
• Excellence in Leadership awarded to Rodrigo Esponda / Los Cabos Tourism Board

The driving force behind our success, Rodrigo Esponda, Managing Director of Los Cabos Tourism Board, was honored for his exceptional leadership. He offered a few words, summarizing the collective gratitude felt by everyone at the Los Cabos Tourism Board:

"I am humbled by these recognitions. Our vision for Los Cabos is to be an exemplary destination and provide exceptional customer satisfaction. These awards are a testament to the tireless efforts of our team and the incredible hospitality of our destination. Thank you to Travel Weekly, MarCom Awards, Virtuoso, and TravelAge West for their recognition. We are truly grateful."

Virtuoso Travel Awards 2022 

Each year, Virtuoso hosts its Best of the Best Awards gala in Las Vegas. The leading global luxury and experiential travel network, Virtuoso’s award winners are selected by the network's 20,000 travel advisors across fifty countries. In 2022, Los Cabos was crowned with the Diamond Award for Best Tourism Board, recognizing our unwavering commitment to luxury travel and the finest experiences for each visitor.

Global Traveler Magazine

The Global Traveler Leisure Lifestyle Awards recognize excellence in leisure travel, reflecting the preferences of travelers through the Global Traveler's Reader Survey. These prestigious awards honor top performers in airlines, airports, hotels, and credit cards based on open-ended ballots. Los Cabos Tourism was celebrated as the Best Leisure Destination in Mexico for both 2022 and 2023, acknowledging its exceptional appeal and offerings for leisure travelers in the esteemed Global Traveler awards.

Travvy Awards

The Travvy Awards, hosted by TravelPulse and AGENTatHOME, honor leading industry suppliers, including destinations, hotels, cruise lines, airlines, and tour operators, determined by experts in the field. Nominees are chosen by their award-winning editorial teams, and winners are voted on by the publications' audience of travel advisors, ensuring recognition by those with firsthand knowledge and experience in the industry. This year, Los Cabos Tourism clinched a total of five Travvy Awards, adding to their impressive collection of accolades over the years.

Gold ​

• Best Tourism Board - Mexico (2023)
• Best Destination in Mexico (2023)
• Best Luxury Destination - Mexico: Los Cabos (2021)
• Best Honeymoon Destination - Mexico: Los Cabos (2021)
• Best Travel Agent Academy program: Los Cabos (2021)

Silver

• Best Culinary. Destination in. Mexico (2023)
• Best Wedding Destination - Mexico (2023)
• Best Honeymoon Destination - Mexico (2023)
• Best Tourism Board - Mexico: Los Cabos (2021)
• Best Culinary Destination - Mexico: Los Cabos (2021)
• Best Wedding Destination - Mexico: Los Cabos (2021)

Bronze

• Best Wedding Destination Global (2023)

2023 Davey Awards + SkyNav Virtual Aerial Tour with Visit Los Cabos 

The International Davey Awards celebrate innovative achievements among smaller entities, emphasizing creativity over large budgets. Despite their focus on smaller companies, these awards benefit from judges of high caliber within the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts. Los Cabos Tourism received the gold award for their SKYNAV Virtual Aerial Tour, a Web3-integrated, immersive marketing platform for travel and leisure. This innovation sparks exploration excitement for visitors and planners, generating vivid 3D experiences that drive increased leads and bookings. 

Travel + Leisure

Los Cabos' spot in Travel + Leisure's "50 Best Places to Visit" for 2024 elevates its global profile, emphasizing its scenic beauty, upscale resorts, and dedication to sustainable tourism. This recognition draws travelers in search of distinct experiences amid breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture, cementing its position as a premier choice for luxury, adventure, and mindful travel.

Los Cabos Tourism celebrates their 2023 awards, expressing gratitude to their supportive business partners and the voting committees,  while looking ahead optimistically to continued success in the future.