In a press release by Visit Maldives yesterday, Maldives has been revealed as a nominee for nine prestigious titles in the World Travel Awards Indian Ocean's Awards for 2024.

These nominations, announced by the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC), mark a significant recognition of the nation's standing as a premier tourist destination.

Established in 1993, the World Travel Awards are globally recognized as a hallmark of excellence in the travel and tourism industry.

Representing the pinnacle of achievement in tourism, these awards aim to acknowledge and celebrate excellence across various sectors on a global scale.

The categories for which the Maldives has garnered nominations include:

1. WTA Indian Ocean's Leading Destination 2024

2. WTA Indian Ocean's Leading Beach Destination 2024

3. WTA Indian Ocean's Leading Dive Destination 2024

4. WTA Indian Ocean's Leading Green Destination 2024

5. WTA Indian Ocean's Leading Honeymoon Destination 2024

6. WTA Indian Ocean's Leading Tourist Board 2024

7. WTA Indian Ocean's Leading Adventure Tourism Destination 2024

8. WTA Indian Ocean's Leading Cruise Destination 2024

9. WTA Indian Ocean's Leading Wedding Destination 2024

Last year, the Maldives clinched four awards in the Indian Ocean Category at the World Travel Awards.

These included the titles of Indian Ocean's Leading Destination, Leading Beach Destination, Leading Dive Destination, and Indian Ocean's Leading Tourist Board.

Additionally, the Maldives won the prestigious title of World's Leading Destination, maintaining its winning streak for the fourth consecutive year.

This recognition highlights the Maldives' exceptional appeal and the dedication of MMPRC in marketing the destination worldwide.

Voting for the WTA Indian Ocean's Category is open until March 31st, 2024.

This recognition not only solidifies the Maldives' position as a top tourist destination but also highlights the ongoing efforts of MMPRC in promoting and advancing the country's tourism sector.