Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives has been named Highly Commended for Best Long-Haul Family Stay in the Family Traveller Awards 2026.
The resort says that the accolade comes in recognition of the resort's thoughtful approach to family and multigenerational travel which allows families to holiday together while enjoying the freedom to create their own time and space.
The Family Traveller Awards are organized by Family Traveller, the UK's leading family travel publication. The awards brought in hundreds of entries across 19 categories. The finalists were selected by an independent panel of expert family travel journalists, after which it was opened for public votes. The winners were announced at an awards ceremony in London on September 11, 2026.
"We are incredibly proud to be Highly Commended for Best Long-Haul Family Stay by Family Traveller. At Kuda Villingili, we have always believed that a family holiday should give everyone the freedom to enjoy the island in their own way - whether that means children discovering new adventures, parents finding time to unwind, or several generations coming together to share memorable experiences," Amjad Thaufeeq, Commercial Director at Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives said.
"This recognition is a wonderful acknowledgement of our team and the experiences we strive to create for every family who stays with us."
Located just a 30-minute speedboat ride from Velana International Airport, Kuda Villingili offers an island experience thoughtfully curated for families.
The resort has 75 private pool villas and residences. The Kuda Fiya Kids Club, meanwhile, offers its own expansive beach besides the island's shallow lagoon for younger guests, with supervised outdoor activities and games. The resort says is daily Kuda Villingili train ride is particularly popular with younger guests.
The resort also boasts a 150-metre swimming pool with dedicated shallow areas for children. A variety of sports facilities are available across the resort for older children and teenagers.
Kuda Villingili offers diverse cuisines across its eight restaurants.
The resort reiterates that the balance between togetherness and individuality lies at the heart of the Kuda Villingili family experience.
