Maldives Marketing & Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) announces that the Maldives has been awarded 9 prestigious categories at the World Travel Awards 2024. Tourism royalty from across the globe came together in Madeira, Portugal for the World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2024, recognising the travel and tourism industry pushing the boundaries of prestigiousness, excellence and innovation.

The categories that the Maldives has won for this year are:

1. World's Leading Destination 2024 - Maldives

2. World’s Leading Green Destination - Maldives

3. World's Leading Seaplane Operator 2024 - Trans Maldivian Airways

4. World's Leading Airport Resort 2024 - Hulhule Island Hotel, Maldives

5. World's Leading Boutique Airport Hotel 2024 - JEN Maldives Malé by Shangri-La

6. World's Leading Luxury Honeymoon Resort 2024 - Vakkaru Maldives

7. World's Leading Luxury Island Resort 2024 - The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort

8. World's Leading Private Island Resort 2024 - Velaa Private Island, Maldives

9. World's Leading Water Villa Resort 2024 - Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa

Established in 1993, the World Travel Awards are regarded widely as one of the most honoured and popular awards in the world of travel and tourism. Symbolising the most outstanding endorsement in tourism, and the travel industry, the awards aim to recognize and reward achievements in all aspects of travel and tourism on a global scale. The event held earlier today in Madeira in Portugal for the World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2024, honoured distinguished individuals from the Maldives government and Maldives Properties.

Winning these awards will indeed enhance the image of the destination as a high profile luxury destination among visitors. These awards indicate visitors' love and confidence towards the Maldives. Visit Maldives is honoured to be, showcasing the country's commitment to delivering unforgettable experiences to visitors from around the world, and in promoting and developing the nation's tourism sector.