Kandima Maldives Crowned Best Family Resort at Family Traveller Awards 2026
The renowned lifestyle resort, Kandima Maldives, has been awarded the top accolade in the Family Activities & Entertainment category at the esteemed Family Traveller Awards 2026. This recognition solidifies its reputation as a leading global family holiday destination. The awards ceremony was organized by Family Traveller, the UK’s premier family travel brand, and took place at the iconic riverside venue, The Swan, on London’s South Bank on September 11, 2026.
The awards drew numerous entries across 19 categories, including hotels and villas, tour operators, cruise lines, and destinations. An independent panel of family travel journalists shortlisted the finalists, with the winners being determined by thousands of public votes.
The victory for Kandima is a testament to the resort’s exceptional commitment to multigenerational travel. The island boasts purpose-built infrastructure such as Fast Track — the Maldives’ longest and fastest asphalt go-karting circuit — and PlaySpace, a family entertainment hub featuring gaming, themed escape rooms, and VR experiences for older children and adults. Located on a breathtaking 3km island in the Dhaalu Atoll, Kandima provides affordable room rates, a year-round events calendar, and a variety of activities from kitesurfing to coral adoption, all designed to evolve with its guests.
A spokesperson for the resort expressed their delight at the win, stating, “This award holds significant meaning for us. We’ve always held the belief that a great family holiday is about balance — with the freedom to come together as a group and just as easily find a moment of your own.”
Source: Hotelier Maldives – September 17, 2026