.Here Baa Atoll has earned a nomination for World's Leading New Resort 2026 at the prestigious World Travel Awards, marking another milestone for the ultra-luxury private island retreat following its recent recognition as Indian Ocean's Leading New Resort 2026.

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The nomination places .Here Baa Atoll among a distinguished international selection of new luxury resorts, bringing the Maldives into the spotlight alongside some of the world's most celebrated travel destinations. For a retreat comprising just nine residences, the recognition is particularly significant, reflecting a distinctive approach to contemporary luxury that places privacy, thoughtful design and highly personalised hospitality at the heart of the guest experience.

Set within the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll, .Here Baa Atoll unfolds across two secluded islands, Somewhere and Nowhere, connected by a natural sandbank. Surrounded by the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, the retreat offers an intimate interpretation of island living, where extraordinary space, architectural individuality and a sense of complete seclusion define the experience.

At Somewhere, seven expansive three- and four-bedroom residences bring together the best of beachfront and overwater living. Conceived across two levels, each residence offers generous indoor and outdoor spaces, multiple private pools and sweeping ocean views, creating a seamless connection between architecture and the surrounding landscape. The experience extends to Nowhere Private Island, an exclusive sanctuary encompassing eight bedrooms across two residences, with its own private facilities and dedicated services, offering an exceptional level of privacy for families and groups seeking an entirely individual island escape.

The retreat's distinctive architectural vision, shaped by a collaboration between Kulör Group and Muza Lab, draws inspiration from the island's natural surroundings, where contemporary design and the landscape exist in harmony. Characterised by seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces, natural materials, refined textures and thoughtfully considered details, the architecture embraces the beauty of its setting while creating an exceptional sense of space, privacy and tranquillity. This philosophy extends to every aspect of the guest experience, from the intuitive and discreet service of dedicated Roohu butlers to refined culinary experiences at SAFAR, bespoke private dining and experiences thoughtfully curated around each guest's individual preferences.

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Since its debut, .Here Baa Atoll has steadily established its presence on the international luxury hospitality stage. The retreat was featured in the Condé Nast Traveler Hot List 2026 and DestinAsian's Luxe List 2026, while its distinctive design earned two honours at the AHEAD Asia 2026 Awards for Landscaping & Outdoor Spaces and Suite. Its latest nomination at the World Travel Awards further builds on this growing international recognition, underscoring the appeal of a hospitality concept defined by intimacy, individuality and an uncompromising sense of place.

The World's Leading New Resort title brings together outstanding new openings from across the globe, celebrating properties that are shaping the future of luxury travel. The winner will be revealed at the World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony in Tanzania on 12 December 2026, where leading names from the international travel and hospitality industry will gather to recognise excellence across the sector.

Voting for World's Leading New Resort 2026 remains open until 30 October 2026 and can be accessed through https://www.worldtravelawards.com/vote.