The well-living island in the Maldives secures No. 8 in the Best Spa Resorts in the US & Around the World category.
JOALI BEING, the transformative well-living island in the Maldives, is delighted to announce its recognition in the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler US Readers’ Choice Awards 2026, securing No. 8 in the Best Spa Resorts in the US & Around the World category.
Now in its 39th year, the annual Readers’ Choice Awards celebrate excellence in global travel, recognising the world's most exceptional hotels, resorts, spas, destinations and travel experiences. This year, Condé Nast Traveler received more than 798,867 survey responses from readers across the United States, reflecting the experiences and preferences of discerning travellers worldwide.
Rooted in the philosophy of the Joy of Well-Living, JOALI BEING offers a transformative approach to holistic well-living, guided by its Four Pillars of Mind, Skin, Microbiome and Energy. Set amidst the natural beauty of Raa Atoll in the Maldives, the island brings together personalised well-living journeys, expert-led experiences, biophilic design and immersive nature-inspired rituals, inviting guests to reconnect with themselves and discover a renewed sense of balance.
Graeme Freeman, General Manager of JOALI BEING, commented: “We are incredibly proud to receive this recognition from the readers of Condé Nast Traveler. At JOALI BEING, we believe that well-living is a deeply personal journey, and our purpose has always been to create experiences that inspire meaningful, lasting change. This honour is a testament to the dedication of our team and the trust our guests place in us.”
This latest accolade further strengthens JOALI BEING's position as a leading destination for transformative well-living, reflecting a continued commitment to thoughtful luxury, innovation and meaningful guest experiences.
For more press information, kindly contact:
Duygu Tatar
Tourism Group Brand & Marketing Communications Director
Duygu.Tatar@gurok.com
Jeneena Schatz
Marketing & PR Manager - JOALI BEING
Jeneena.Schatz@joali.com
