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Baros Maldives Nominated for Condé Nast Traveler 2021 Readers’ Choice Awards

Aerial island photo of Maldives resort Baros Maldives
Legendary resort, Baros Maldives has been nominated for the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler 2021 Readers’ Choice Awards.

Baros Maldives has been nominated for the Condé Nast Traveler 2021 Readers’ Choice Awards. In 2020, the island resort claimed the 13th position among the Top 30 Resorts in the Indian Ocean in the Readers’ Choice Awards last year.

Unlike other resorts, Baros Maldives spent decades fine-tuning its services and cultivating the perfect environment. The resort has claimed numerous titles since its opening in 1973. TripAdvisor ranked the resort in 6th place as the Best Hotel in Asia and 14th place as the Best Hotel in the World in 2020.

Baros also secured the title of ‘World’s Leading Luxury Island Villas’ at the World Travel Awards 2020. Additionally, the resort secured the title of ‘Indian Ocean’s Most Romantic Resort’ award as well.

To cast your vote in the 34th Annual Readers’ Choice Awards by Condé Nast Traveler, go to https://www.cntraveler.com/rca/vote.

The boutique luxury resort added a new residence ‘Baros Residence’ after its reopening last year. Furthermore, this residence features a unique and luxurious style that the island resort is famously associated with. Likewise, the residence further strengthens Baros Maldives’ prevalence in the international luxury market.

Also read: Choosing a Villa in the Maldives: Beach, Overwater or Underwater?

Baros Maldives offers elegant holiday homes curated from timber and sandstone. Guests can choose their villa either poised over the lagoon or among the exotic blooms by the beach. The resort features a dedicated butler to each villa as well. So, this ensures all the needs and expectations of holidaymakers are met. Moreover, guests can order private breakfast and dine right in the comfort of their villas.

Holidaymakers can enjoy experiences at Baros Maldives from diving, renewing vows, yoga, breathtaking journeys and much more. Furthermore, the Serenity Spa at the island resort offers a selection of deeply soothing therapeutic and beautifying treatments in luxurious private spaces. Baros Maldives is reachable via a 25-minute journey from Velana International Airport.

Feature image by Baros Maldives

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The Westin Maldives Empowers Local Youth for Ocean Conservation

Westin Maldives partners with local youth and Christian Redl to combat marine pollution through beach cleanups and awareness sessions.

The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort actively promotes sustainability and community engagement. On 27 October 2024, the resort collaborated with Marriott Bonvoy Moments and twelve-time world record freediver Christian Redl. Together, they hosted an inspiring island cleanup and a plastic pollution awareness session at Maalhos Island. This event successfully gathered over 70 local school students. It empowered them to confront the urgent issue of marine pollution in the Maldives.

Vijay Kumar, the General Manager of The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, stated,

“We are incredibly proud to collaborate with Christian Redl and the community of Maalhos Island to inspire a new generation of environmental stewards. This event aligns with our resort’s mission to foster a deeper connection between our guests, the local community, and the ocean that surrounds us. By educating the youth on the importance of ocean conservation, we hope to contribute to long-term, sustainable change in the Maldives.”

During the session, Christian Redl, founder of the non-profit 7Oceans, shared crucial insights into global ocean challenges. He discussed topics like coral bleaching, ghost nets, and plastic waste pollution. His expertise illuminated critical environmental issues facing Baa Atoll, the Maldives’ first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. This extraordinary area showcases rare pink hydrozoan corals and seasonal gatherings of manta rays and whale sharks in Hanifaru Bay.

Moreover, the event partnered with USAID’s Ocean Plastics Reduction Activity. This partnership garnered enthusiastic support from the Maalhos community, particularly its youth. Participants engaged in an educational beach cleanup, where they learned to identify and categorize marine litter. This hands-on experience equipped them with valuable data collection skills. It also deepened their understanding of plastic pollution’s impact on marine ecosystems.

Justin DiVenanzo, the Acting Mission Director for USAID Sri Lanka and Maldives, stated,

“USAID is committed to sustainable, locally-driven solutions that enhance environmental resilience and expand economic opportunities for Maldivian communities. By uniting with The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, Maldives Freediving Association, and the Maalhos community, we’re not only helping safeguard the marine environment but also equipping the next generation with the knowledge and inspiration needed to protect these precious ecosystems.”

Following the cleanup, Redl conducted an interactive session focused on plastic awareness. Participants eagerly presented their findings, categorizing waste materials, including beverage containers and food packaging. These engaging discussions stressed how individual actions can significantly influence ocean preservation. They upheld the community’s need for sustainable practices to protect the marine environment.

Through its collaboration with Christian Redl and engagement with the Maalhos community, The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort champions ocean conservation. The resort emphasizes sustainability in every aspect of the guest experience, ensuring that both visitors and locals benefit from these vital efforts.

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