The World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards has announced that its 2025 ceremony will take place at Terra, Expo City Dubai, on 29 October.

The VIP reception will bring together leaders in sustainable tourism to unveil the 2025 winners. Expo City Dubai is a globally connected destination, strategically situated between Dubai and Abu Dhabi, offering seamless connectivity for visitors worldwide.

The iconic Terra building, which hosted COP 28, is a showcase of sustainable best practices, boasting LEED Platinum certification. Designed by Grimshaw Architects, Terra is Expo City Dubai’s sustainability centrepiece, seamlessly blending innovative architecture with cutting-edge environmental solutions. Its pioneering design supports the UAE’s Net Zero ambitions, serving as a global model for sustainable urban development.

The partnership between Expo City Dubai and the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards underscores a shared commitment to sustainability, reflecting the collective drive of the travel and hospitality sector to achieve net positivity.

“We are thrilled to host the 2nd annual World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards at Terra, Expo City Dubai. Its visionary approach to sustainable development makes it the perfect venue to celebrate the pioneers shaping a net-positive future for travel and hospitality.” – Justin Cooke, Executive Vice President of the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards

Terra, a standout attraction during Expo 2020 Dubai, continues to captivate visitors with immersive experiences challenging perceptions and inspiring action for a sustainable future.

“Terra is more than just an architectural landmark, it’s a catalyst for change, designed to inspire action. We challenge visitors to rethink their relationship with the natural world. Hosting the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards here reinforces our shared mission to accelerate solutions for a more sustainable planet. We look forward to welcoming the industry’s changemakers to Terra as we celebrate the innovations shaping the future of travel.” – Marjan Faraidooni, Chief of Education and Culture and Founding Member of Terra

The Awards programme is run in partnership with the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, representing over 66,000 hotels, 8 million rooms globally, 300 brands, and over 100 supply chain and strategic partners.

“Sustainability is not just a goal – it is a necessity for the future of travel and hospitality. Hosting the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards 2025 at Terra, Expo City Dubai, underscores the industry’s commitment to driving meaningful change.” – Glenn Mandziuk, CEO of the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance

Key dates for the 2025 Awards programme include: Call for Entries (28 April – 30 June), Voting Window (14 July – 30 August), and the Ceremony at Terra, Expo City Dubai, on 29 October.

The 2025 Awards programme will cover the full spectrum of the sustainable travel and tourism economy, recognising and celebrating individuals and organisations accelerating change and making impactful contributions in sustainable travel and tourism.