Sunset Magazine
September 9, 2026
By Sunset staff
AdventureSmith Explorations Wins “How to Get There” for Third Straight Year
We have once again been named a winner in the 2026 Sunset Travel Awards, marking our third consecutive win in this category.
After first earning the honor in 2024 and repeating the win in 2025, we’re proud to make it three years running. This year, Sunset recognized AdventureSmith for our small ship cruises and the access they provide to some of the West’s most remote wilderness, highlighting our nimble vessels, expert guides and immersive itineraries.
Below, see what Sunset Magazine had to say about AdventureSmith Explorations in this year’s feature. You can also check out Sunset’s complete list of 2026 Travel Awards winners across all categories here.
The Coolest Ways to Travel Around the West
These are the coolest ways to get around the West, including air and scenic rail options.
The Sunset Travel Awards celebrate the best in travel in the West. These three modes of transportation are the 2026 winners of the How to Get There category. Check out the complete list of winners here. For our definitive and searchable travel directory to help you plan your next trip in the West, click here.
AdventureSmith Explorations
For deep access to the West’s most remote wilderness, AdventureSmith offers small-ship cruises that combine comfort with adventure, using nimble vessels, expert guides, and all-inclusive itineraries designed to immerse you in the wild. Bucket-list travel at its best.
Sunset’s Fall Issue spotlights their 2026 Travel Awards and celebrates the best travel experiences in the West.
Find our features inside the print magazine, and our listing on Sunset’s Travel Awards Directory.
