Maldives Promotion House – Kanuhura, a Sun Resorts property in the Maldives, was awarded the most coveted ‘World’s Best Luxury Private Island Resort’ commendation at the World Luxury Hotel Awards Gala Ceremony held in Kuala Lumpur on October 13, 2012. The multi-awarded 5-star island hideaway, a member of the prestigious circle ‘The Leading Hotels of the World’, won this prize among a list of competitors which comprised of the world’s finest island properties.

“Kanuhura stands out among other hotels of the Maldives, one of the most preferred destinations for upmarket international travellers, as an indigenous and elegant hideaway with a contemporary feel and stylish service. The island boasts unrivalled natural beauty and offers natural aesthetic features with uncompromising five star luxury facilities and services. Famed for its laid-back luxury and authentic Maldivian charm, the resort offers the highest standards of accommodation, service and culinary experience,”says Marinique de Wet, Executive Manager of the World Luxury Hotel Awards.

The World Luxury Hotel Awards stand testimony to dedication, enthusiasm and leadership in the luxury hotel industry. The prestigious yearly event usually sheds light on some of the world’s most sought after hotels, lodges, resorts and private islands. Marinique de Wet adds:“You can design and create, and build the most wonderful place in the world, but it takes dedicated and passionate people to make it happen and establish unique characteristics that differentiate outstanding service oriented hotels from mediocre ones. Kanuhura has definitely demonstrated to be above its competitors”.

Vladimir Scanu, General Manager of Kanuhura, welcomes this truly inspiring global award as recognition of the focus placed on impeccable service and excellent quality. “To have been recognised as the Best Private Luxury Private Island Resort in the entire world amongst other globally competitive high end properties and international recognised luxury hotels brands is a delightful pride. To lead such a team of professionals in Kanuhura, who yet again have supported me over the past year with admirable hard work and committed passion, is a rare privilege,”comments Vladimir Scanu.

“At Kanuhura, our core values represent the foundation of everything ‘we do’ and everything ‘we are’. With this in mind, and in the heart, we devote ourselves to provide our guests nothing less than outstanding and memorable lifetime experiences. We have installed a customer-driven and focused culture attitude,”adds Vladimir Scanu.