Recognition
Awards that matter.
The resorts on the Velara list have earned their place. Here are the awards, rankings, and recognitions that back it up.
Awards & Recognition
No paid placements. No marketing rebates. Just results.
2026
World's Best Private Island
World Travel Awards · Indian Ocean
Kudadoo Private Island
View resort → Awards and rankings listed are those held by resorts on the Velara list at the time of publication. We do not accept paid placements or award marketing rebates. A resort earns its place on the list by our own vetting, not by its trophy cabinet - but the trophies help.