Awards
The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort earns top accolades at World Travel Awards 2023
The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort has been voted the winner of three hotly contested categories in the 30th annual World Travel Awards: Indian Ocean’s Leading Luxury Resort 2023; Maldives’ Leading Luxury Resort 2023; and Indian Ocean’s Leading Luxury Hotel Villa 2023, which recognised the resort’s opulent John Jacob Astor Estate. With over 18,500 square-feet of indoor/outdoor living space, the residence is the largest three-bedroom overwater villa in the Maldives.
The World Travel Awards were established in 1993 to acknowledge, reward and celebrate excellence across all sectors of the tourism industry. The organisation is globally recognized as the ultimate hallmark of quality, with winners setting the benchmark to which all others aspire. This year, the World Travel Awards commemorates its 30th anniversary of rewarding travel distinction.
“It is an honour to be recognized by the World Travel Awards for the seventh consecutive year,” said Vincent Pauchon, General Manager of The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort.
“Our ability to earn top honours across three categories is a testament to our hard-working team and valued guests who provide us with the necessary feedback to continue raising the bar for luxury experiences and service in our world-class destination.”
The St. Regis Maldives resides on the private island of Vommuli in one of the destination’s most exclusive atolls. Revered as the Maldives’ finest address, the inimitable property is designed by WOW Architects and presents a rarefied expression of luxury – from its distinctive accommodations and facilities to bespoke programming – complemented by intuitive personalised service, signature to The St. Regis brand.
Awards
TTM Awards 2026 names You & Me Maldives Best Adults-Only Resort
You & Me Maldives has been named Best Adults-Only Resort at the Travel Trade Maldives (TTM) Awards 2026, recognising the resort’s positioning, guest experiences and continued focus on adults-only hospitality in the Maldives.
The award was presented during the TTM Awards & Gala 2026, held at CROSSROADS Maldives on 27 August 2026, marking the conclusion of the 10th edition of TTM Maldives. The annual awards recognise achievements, innovation and contributions across the Maldivian tourism industry.
Located in Raa Atoll, You & Me Maldives has established itself as an adults-only retreat catering to couples, honeymooners, friends and solo travellers seeking privacy and tranquillity.
The resort combines its island setting with accommodation, personalised service and experiences centred on romance, wellness, gastronomy and exploration, creating an intimate environment designed specifically for adult travellers.
The recognition comes as You & Me Maldives marks seven years of operations and welcoming guests from around the world.
“As we celebrate this important milestone, we are deeply grateful to our loyal guests, partners, and dedicated team members who have been part of this journey,” said Mohamed Imthiyaz, General Manager of You & Me Maldives.
“These seven years represent not only growth and success, but countless love stories, memories, and unforgettable experiences created on our island. Receiving the ‘Best Adults-Only Resort’ award at the TTM Awards is a tremendous honour and a reflection of the passion and dedication of our entire team.”
The Best Adults-Only Resort award further strengthens You & Me Maldives’ position within the Maldives’ luxury hospitality sector, recognising its focus on combining an adults-only concept with personalised service and island experiences.
Looking ahead, You & Me Maldives plans to continue developing its concept and guest experience through new activities, offerings and services, while maintaining its focus on the adults-only luxury segment in the Maldives.
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JOALI Maldives celebrates retention of One MICHELIN Key
JOALI Maldives, the Maldives’ first art-immersive resort, has retained One MICHELIN Key, reaffirming its place among the MICHELIN Guide’s recognised hotel experiences and celebrating an island shaped by creativity, meaningful connection and discovery.
At the heart of JOALI Maldives is the Joy of Creative Living – a philosophy that extends far beyond its art collection. Here, creativity becomes a thread connecting the entire island experience, from art and design to culinary expression, wellbeing, nature and experiences created for every generation.
More than a resort, JOALI Maldives is conceived as a destination within the destination: a world to explore at its own pace, where guests are invited not only to encounter creativity, but to engage with it, draw inspiration from it and find new ways to express and discover themselves.
An island shaped by art and imagination
Art is woven throughout the landscape of JOALI Maldives, transforming the island into an immersive creative journey. Contemporary artworks and installations appear across unexpected corners of the resort, encouraging moments of curiosity and discovery as guests move through the island.
This creative spirit extends beyond observing art. At the Ceramics Studio and through artist-led experiences, guests can experiment with materials, ideas and forms of expression, turning inspiration into something personal. Creativity becomes participatory – an opportunity to make, learn and see the world from a different perspective.
Culinary art as a form of discovery
Across JOALI Maldives, gastronomy becomes its own creative language. Diverse culinary concepts bring together craftsmanship, storytelling, culture and imagination, inviting guests to experience food not simply as dining, but as another form of artistic expression.From refined culinary journeys to interactive experiences and unexpected flavours, each table offers an opportunity to discover something new. Chefs become storytellers and creators, using ingredients, techniques and presentation to transform each dining experience into an exploration of the senses.
Creativity through wellbeing
Creative Living also finds expression in moments of wellbeing and reconnection. Through immersive wellness experiences, movement, mindfulness and encounters with the natural surroundings, guests are encouraged to slow down and create space for themselves.
Wellbeing at JOALI Maldives becomes part of a broader journey of discovery – an opportunity to reconnect with the body and mind, explore new practices and return to everyday life with renewed inspiration and perspective.
A creative world for every generation
At JOALI Maldives, creativity has no age. The island invites children, parents and grandparents to discover together, while offering each generation the freedom to follow its own curiosity.
At Muramas Kids Club, younger guests enter a world centred around four themes – Create, Play, Discover and Move – with experiences designed to encourage imagination, exploration and self-expression. Through art, nature, movement and hands-on discovery, children are given the space to explore what inspires them and create from it.
Beyond the Kids Club, shared island experiences bring generations together through creativity, nature, gastronomy and play. Rather than simply spending time side by side, families are invited to discover something new together, exchange perspectives and create meaningful memories across generations.
A destination within the destination
From its artworks and architecture to its restaurants, wellbeing experiences, natural surroundings and spaces dedicated to creativity, JOALI Maldives has been designed as an island to be discovered.
A walk may lead to an unexpected artwork; an afternoon may become an opportunity to create; a meal may introduce a new culture or perspective; and an experience shared as a family may inspire a new interest. Each encounter contributes to a larger journey shaped by curiosity and the freedom to explore.
The retention of One MICHELIN Key recognises this distinctive approach to hospitality and reinforces JOALI Maldives’ commitment to creating experiences that go beyond the traditional idea of an island escape.
Through the Joy of Creative Living, JOALI Maldives continues to offer a place where guests of every generation can be inspired by their surroundings, discover new perspectives and, through creativity, discover more of themselves.
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Finolhu wins Best Design Resort in Maldives at Global Destination Awards
Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort, has been named Best Design Resort in the Maldives at the Global Destination Awards by World Fashion Channel, celebrating the resort’s distinctive approach to design, creativity and contemporary island living.
The award was announced at the Global Destination Awards ceremony in Moscow, an international luxury travel event bringing together leading hospitality professionals, international hotel brands, travel experts, celebrities and prominent travellers. The awards recognise outstanding destinations, hotels, resorts, restaurants and personalities shaping the global luxury travel landscape.

Located within the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll, Finolhu is known for an aesthetic that deliberately departs from conventional interpretations of Maldivian luxury. The resort’s design, conceived by London-based design studio Muza Lab, brings together bold colours, expressive patterns, natural textures and playful details to create a contemporary interpretation of island life.

Across its 125 villas, restaurants, bars and social spaces, Finolhu’s visual identity is characterised by an eclectic mix of influences and a sense of individuality. From beachfront and overwater villas to the resort’s celebrated two-kilometre sandbank and the barefoot setting of Crab Shack, design is woven throughout the guest experience.
The recognition also reflects Finolhu’s wider identity as the Island Playground, where design is complemented by a year-round programme spanning art, gastronomy, wellness, sport and entertainment. Visiting artists and creative collaborations form an important part of this approach, allowing guests to engage with creativity through immersive experiences and encounters throughout their stay.

World Fashion Channel is an international lifestyle television network covering fashion, beauty, travel and luxury lifestyle, with an audience of more than 30 million viewers. The channel is distributed through major Russian cable and satellite operators, including MTS, Beeline and NTV-Plus, as well as across premium hotels, shopping destinations, luxury boutiques, restaurants, beauty salons and wellness clubs. It is also an official media partner of Moscow Fashion Week, Sochi Fashion Week and other major fashion and lifestyle events.
The Best Design Resort in the Maldives title adds to Finolhu’s growing portfolio of international recognition and reinforces the resort’s position as one of the Maldives’ most distinctive design-led destinations, where creativity, individuality and the natural beauty of Baa Atoll come together in an unmistakably playful island experience.
For more information and to learn more, visit finolhu.com.
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