Disney Destinations earned significant recognition at Travel Weekly’s 23rd annual Readers’ Choice Awards on December 10. The awards celebrate outstanding companies in the travel industry, with all nominees and winners chosen by travel professionals who depend on these brands daily. This year, Disney secured four awards in categories including theme parks, family cruising, adventure travel, and expedition cruising.
Walt Disney World Resort took home the award for Best Theme Park, reinforcing its long-standing position as a leader in family travel. The resort continues to expand with new entertainment, seasonal events, and guest-facing technology, making it a top choice for planners and travelers.
Disney Cruise Line earned Best Cruise Line for Families, a category the line has dominated for years. Travel advisors point to Disney’s consistent service, family-focused stateroom design, rotational dining, entertainment, and new ships entering the fleet as reasons for its continued strength in this segment.
Adventures by Disney received the award for Best Adventure Tour Operator. The guided vacation brand is known for its small-group travel, hands-on experiences, and itineraries across six continents. Advisors often highlight the product’s reliability and strong guest satisfaction scores.
National Geographic–Lindblad Expeditions won Best Cruise Line in the Antarctica category. The partnership delivers expedition sailings that combine scientific expertise, wildlife-focused exploration, and environmentally conscious travel practices.
Disney Destinations leaders noted the importance of recognition from travel professionals, who serve as a key connection between travelers and Disney vacation products. The awards reflect both guest demand and advisor confidence across multiple Disney offerings.
The 2025 Readers Choice Awards again underscore Disney’s broad reach in the travel market, spanning theme parks, cruising, escorted tours, and expedition travel.
