Angsana Velavaru is pleased to announce its nomination in the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026, a highly regarded recognition celebrating outstanding luxury travel experiences across the Asia Pacific region.

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This year, Angsana Velavaru has been shortlisted in two categories: Best Resorts for Families and Best Resort Pools, reflecting the resort’s commitment to creating enriching stays that balance relaxation, connection, and play. These nominations recognise destinations that consistently deliver memorable experiences while responding to the evolving needs of modern traveller.

Located within a vast private lagoon in the unspoilt South Nilandhe Atoll, Angsana Velavaru offers an island setting designed for togetherness and discovery. Families are welcomed with spacious beachfront and overwater villas, intuitive service, and a wide range of activities that encourage shared moments, from lagoon adventures and marine exploration to creative and cultural experiences for younger guests.

The resort’s pools are equally central to the guest experience. Seamlessly integrated into the island’s natural surroundings, they offer spaces for both quiet relaxation and lively family time, overlooking crystal-clear waters that define the Maldives. These thoughtfully designed pools have become a signature feature of Angsana Velavaru, enhancing the sense of ease and enjoyment that characterises each stay.

The Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific are determined by reader votes, making each vote a meaningful expression of appreciation for destinations that continue to inspire and delight travellers across the region. Voting for the 2026 awards is now open, and Angsana Velavaru is honoured to be considered among the region’s most celebrated resorts.