Condé Nast Traveler has unveiled the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards, celebrating excellence in travel. This year, two resorts from Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio in the Maldives have received notable recognition among the Top 20 Resorts in the Indian Ocean. The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands claimed the prestigious No. 2 spot, while The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort secured the No. 8 ranking in this award category.

The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort

More than 575,000 Condé Nast Traveler readers participated in the annual survey, rating their travel experiences worldwide to provide a comprehensive overview of the destinations they eagerly anticipate revisiting. The Readers’ Choice Awards is the travel industry’s longest-running and most prestigious accolades, symbolizing excellence and distinction within the travel sector. The complete list of the Top 20 Resorts in the Indian Ocean winners can be found here.

“We are deeply honored to receive this award from Condé Nast Traveler. These prestigious accolade reflect our commitment to excellence and our focus on offering our guests unparalleled experiences. The award is a testament to the hard work and passion of our teams who go above and beyond to ensure that every stay is truly memorable. We are also grateful to our loyal guests for their continued support and feedback which continuously inspires us to further elevate our services”, said Oriol Montal, Managing Director, Luxury, Asia Pacific excluding China, Marriott International.

The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands

Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of resorts in the Maldives comprises of The Ritz-Carlton Maldives Fari Islands, The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort, JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa, W Maldives, The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa and Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa. Each resort is located on its own private island and offering the ultimate dream getaway.  For further information, visit www.MarriottBonvoy.com/Maldives

The 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards are published on Condé Nast Traveler’s website at cntraveler.com/rca and celebrated in the November issue.