-The Maldives first won the award in 2020
-The country has secured the title six consecutive times so far
The Maldives has once again been nominated for the World’s Leading Destination 2026 title at the World Travel Awards, marking the seventh consecutive year the country has competed for the prestigious award.
The World’s Leading Destination award recognises the world’s most popular and outstanding travel destination. The Maldives has won the title for six consecutive years and is now seeking to extend its winning streak.
Voting for this year’s award is open until 30 October.
The Maldives first received the World Travel Awards’ Leading Destination title in 2020 and has successfully defended the award every year since then.
Established in 1993, the World Travel Awards is an internationally recognised awards programme that celebrates excellence and achievements across the tourism, travel and hospitality industries.
The Maldives has also secured numerous regional and international honours at previous World Travel Awards ceremonies, further strengthening its reputation as a leading global tourism destination.
