Silver Travel Awards 2016
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We all had a wonderful time at the Silver
Travel Awards on 22 June at a champagne reception in the London Transport
Museum and our guests were delighted to be welcomed by a superb recital from the Classic FM string quartet.
In a unique setting of buses, trams and other historic exhibits, we enjoyed a splendid evening of good company, fine Hungarian wine and we were thrilled to meet so many of you there. Read our Forum thread.
The ceremony was hosted by the fabulous Actress
Amanda Redman MBE, of BBC1’s New Tricks fame, who brought an extra touch of
glamour to a very special evening. Amanda said:- "it's a real honour to be
able to present the awards to companies and destinations which best support the
mature traveller”.
Watch our video of the ceremony highlights
Now in their second year, our Awards were supported
by headline sponsor Iglu Cruise, with a total of 16 categories and were voted
for by Silver Travellers. Our
other main sponsors were Shearings and Solos Holidays; the champagne
reception was sponsored by Classic FM and our trade sponsors were Travel
Weekly.
The runners-up and winners at the 2016 Silver Travel Awards
Best Ocean Cruise LineRunner-up: Cruise & Maritime VoyagesWINNER: Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines ![]() | Best Specialist Cruise LineRunner up: Swan HellenicWINNER: Noble Caledonia ![]() |
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Best River Cruise LineRunner up: Viking River CruisesWINNER: Emerald Waterways ![]() | Best Large Tour OperatorRunner up: Saga HolidaysWINNER: Shearings Holidays ![]() | |
Best Escorted Tour OperatorRunner up: Shearings HolidaysWINNER: Voyages Jules Verne ![]() | Best Specialist or Activity Tour OperatorSponsored by JFA SystemsRunner up: Ramblers Worldwide Holidays WINNER: HF Holidays ![]() | |
Best Accessible Travel ProviderRunner up: Saga HolidaysWINNER: Enable Holidays ![]() | Best UK AttractionRunner up: Alton TowersWINNER: London Eye ![]() | |
Best UK Town or CityRunner up: YorkWINNER: London ![]() | Best UK Hotel GroupRunner up: Hilton Hotels & ResortsWINNER: Premier Inn ![]() | |
Best Self-Catering OperatorSponsored by Holiday Property BondRunner up: Haven WINNER: Forest Holidays ![]() | Best AirlineSponsored by Your Service Centre GatwickRunner up: Emirates WINNER: British Airways ![]() | |
Best Car Hire CompanySponsored by Indigo Car HireRunner up: Hertz WINNER: Avis ![]() | Best Overseas DestinationSponsored by Holland America LineRunner up: New Zealand WINNER: Italy ![]() | |
Best City Breaks OperatorSponsored by Uniworld Boutique River CruisesRunner up: Riviera Travel WINNER: Kirker Holidays ![]() | Best Rail Holiday ProviderSponsored by My InterRailRunner up: Ffestiniog Travel WINNER: Great Rail Journeys ![]() |
Exceptional Achievement Award

Founder and Chairman of Simpson Travel
Graham’s entrepreneurial achievement in building two successful businesses from scratch is testament to his vision and drive. Simply Travel catered for the older, discerning traveller and Simpson Travel has carried that on with its focus on the over 50’s with a passion for life and adventure. His business further reflects the cornerstones of the Silver Travel Advisor ethos by employing people who are ‘silver’ themselves.

Managing Director of Holland America Line and Seabourn
Lynn has amazing energy and drive and inspires everyone who meets her. Her altruism sets her apart from her peers and she provides support to those most in need at the same time as managing a successful business. Lynn deserves to be recognised for her commitment to the silver travel market, and for exemplifying the success that women can and should have in their chosen careers.

Photos © Steve Dunlop Photography
Read about all of the nominees for the Exceptional Achievement Awards 2016
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