2023 World Travel Awards (WTA)

Mauritius has done it again! The island paradise has reaffirmed its position as a premier Indian Ocean destination with four significant awards at the 2023 World Travel Awards (WTA) – Indian Ocean Region.

This annual event is all about celebrating the very best in travel, tourism and hospitality. The WTA is the most prestigious awards programme in global tourism, and the winners are chosen by votes from travel industry professionals and the public. The winners were announced at a glitzy evening held at Atlantis The Royal, Dubai, on 15 October.

The incredible Mauritius has it all! Lush forests, untamed waterfalls, unique wildlife, rugged mountains and palm-fringed white beaches. Not to mention world-class luxurious resorts, romantic settings and a focus on sustainable tourism. It’s no wonder that Mauritius has claimed titles in four distinct categories: ‘Indian Ocean’s Leading Adventure Tourism Destination’; ‘Indian Ocean’s Leading Wedding Destination’; ‘Indian Ocean’s Leading Sustainable Tourism Destination’; and ‘Indian Ocean’s Best Cruise Destination’.

“We are absolutely thrilled to be recognised with these four awards. “There’s so much to see and do in Mauritius! It’s not just an island, it’s a country island that has something for everyone,” says Arvind Bundhun, Director of the Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority.

This is fantastic news for the local tourism sector! Achieving all of these accolades across a range of categories at the highest level with WTA is a significant accomplishment and a testament to our industry’s incredible resilience.

“It’s vital that we keep promoting our amazing tourism offerings to make sure that Mauritius stays the number one destination in the world! “As we enter our high season, these awards will help us shine on the global stage while spurring growth,” adds Arvind Bundhun, his voice full of excitement.

Graham Cooke, the founder of the World Travel Awards, says, “It’s so inspiring to see such a huge interest in the World Travel Awards 2023 programme! It shows that the appetite for travel and tourism is stronger than ever and bodes well for the industry’s future. The winners represent the absolute best of the Indian Ocean’s travel and tourism sector, and I want to congratulate each of them. They have all demonstrated remarkable resilience in these challenging times – they’re an inspiration to us all!”