Maldives triumphs with 9 prestigious wins at World Travel Awards 2024

The Maldives Marketing & Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) has announced that the Maldives received recognition in nine prestigious categories at the World Travel Awards 2024. Tourism leaders and dignitaries from across the globe gathered in Madeira, Portugal, for the World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2024, which celebrated excellence, innovation, and prestige in the travel and tourism industry.

The Maldives secured the following accolades:

• World’s Leading Destination 2024
• World’s Leading Green Destination
• World’s Leading Seaplane Operator 2024 – Trans Maldivian Airways
• World’s Leading Airport Resort 2024 – Hulhule Island Hotel
• World’s Leading Boutique Airport Hotel 2024 – JEN Maldives Malé by Shangri-La
• World’s Leading Luxury Honeymoon Resort 2024 – Vakkaru Maldives
• World’s Leading Luxury Island Resort 2024 – The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort
• World’s Leading Private Island Resort 2024 – Velaa Private Island
• World’s Leading Water Villa Resort 2024 – Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa

Established in 1993, the World Travel Awards are widely recognised as one of the most prestigious honours in the travel and tourism industry. These awards symbolise excellence and aim to celebrate achievements across all sectors of global tourism. The Grand Final Gala Ceremony, held in Madeira, honoured representatives from the Maldivian government and local properties.

These accolades are expected to further solidify the Maldives’ reputation as a premier luxury travel destination. They also reflect the confidence and admiration of visitors toward the destination. MMPRC expressed pride in showcasing the Maldives’ dedication to delivering exceptional visitor experiences and in promoting and advancing the country’s tourism industry.