Greatest Show on Earth

Global Traveler applauds the winners of the 17th annual GT Tested Reader Survey awards.

- KIMBERLY KROL INLANDER

Step right up to the greatest show on Earth! Yes, 2020 has been a bit of a circus, disrupt-ing life as we know it, especially our beloved travel. But travel remains the greatest show on Earth, taking us to people and places around the globe that will forever change, shape and educate us. And now more than ever, the travel industry is pivoting to reshape the experience in the safest and healthiest way while staying true to the essence of travel at its core.

With all that said, welcome to the 17th annual GT Tested Reader Survey awards! We know where to look for experience, especially in times of uncertainty, and that’s to you, our readers. Intrepid, frequent, luxury travelers yourselves, you know the standouts, and you voted for them, from airlines and airports to hotels and credit cards. Join us on the following pages as we admire the high-flying acts of the winners in our 17th annual survey.

On this year’s roster of performers is a who’s who of the travel industry’s best and brightest, and we begin by welcoming airlines into the big top.