Leading Luxury Honeymoon Resort of The World - Vakkaru Maldives Crowned For Third Consecutive Year at The 29th World Travel Awards in 2022

November 2022 Baa Atoll, Republic of the Maldives

Multi-award-winning island hideaway, Vakkaru Maldives, was just crowned the World’s Leading Luxury Honeymoon Resort at the 29th World Travel Awards for the third consecutive year. Since its opening, it has become the idyllic honeymoon destination of every couple's dreams: a private island paradise where you can swim in turquoise seas, sunbathe on powder-soft white sand beaches, and drink a cocktail while gazing at the horizon. The newest honour only demonstrates that the resort has all the perfect components for a wonderful honeymoon, a vacation wedding, or even a renewal of vows.

You receive the first view of your romantic holiday as the aircraft descends into “island of coconuts” in the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Soft, diamond-white dunes are softly lapped by waves of Tiffany-blue colour. Groves of coconut palms surrounded by beautiful tropical flora comprise the nucleus of this reef island. At the western end, a half-moon of thatched homes curves around one of the blue holes, protruding into the tiny lagoon. It is definitely paradise on earth.

The 113 villas and homes, whether on the beach or above the sea, all provide perfect solitude. For newlyweds, the One Bedroom Overwater Pool Residence created for next-level enjoyment is the right option with its own infinity pool with amazing views of the unending ocean and sunset, separate living area and lavish space for rest and leisure. It comes loaded with all the requisites for a posh getaway, from an espresso machine, premium bath items, bicycles, and yoga mats. A private butler attends to all whims and desires.

The resort features five outdoor restaurants, two bars, a wine cellar, and Merana, the lavish overwater spa, since you have to eat, drink and spa in between staring into each other’s eyes. In addition, alternative romantic dining experiences may be tailored to the couple's preferences - on the beach, on a quiet sandbank, in your villa, on a luxury boat, or even in the heart of the jungle and in the Organic Garden.

The exquisite overwater Merana Spa with its broad variety of relaxing treatments is the perfect spot for couples to refresh and revive. Spa time may also be coupled with a peaceful sound healing treatment or simply resting in the outdoor relaxation area.

While leaving your luxurious villa can be hard, the comprehensive list of things the resort provides is impossible to ignore. Couples can team up to challenge the resort tennis pro on the iconic cobalt-blue courts or enjoy the exhilarating options available at the Splash water sports centre, such as parasailing, wakeboarding, jet skiing, PADI dive excursions, and a discovery tour of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Baa Atoll aboard a luxury yacht.

Iain McCormack, General Manager of Vakkaru Maldives, said,

"We are honoured to have been crowned the world's top resort for honeymooning couples for the third consecutive year." This achievement adds to our lengthy record of World Travel Awards honours, which includes Leading Resort in the Indian Ocean and Leading Suite in the Indian Ocean and Maldives for the Vakkaru Overwater Residence. It is an affirmation of our reputation and position in the business, which means so much to us since it is a direct reflection of our commitment to providing our guests with excellent experiences."

“To commemorate this tremendous milestone, we ask all our in-house guests to attend our awards celebration and participate in our incredible delight and thanks for all the support we have gotten from our faithful guests over the years,”

Experience eternal romance on this island paradise with their unique “Idyllic Romance Package” created for honeymooners or couples wishing to reconnect.Starting at $1,322++ a night for a minimum stay of five nights, you and your loved one can enjoy delicious gourmet experiences, thrilling excursions, and soothing spa treatments.