News: Amilla Maldives Honoured for Accessible Travel Innovation
Celebrating Inclusivity at the Travel For Every Body Awards
Amilla Maldives has been recognised as Highly Commended for Accessible Travel Initiative at the inaugural Travel For Every Body Awards by Selling Travel. This accolade celebrates the resort’s remarkable commitment to creating an inclusive island experience for every traveller.
On 22nd October 2025, finalists, judges, sponsors, and industry leaders from across the globe gathered at The Mercure London Earl’s Court to celebrate the first-ever Travel For Every Body Awards by Selling Travel. Among the stand-out names was Amilla Maldives, which received a Highly Commended recognition for its Accessible Travel Initiative, a testament to its ongoing mission to ensure every guest feels welcome, supported, and free to explore.
This accolade celebrates the extensive work Amilla has undertaken to make its idyllic island retreat not only luxurious but also inclusive. From thoughtful design adaptations and accessible pathways to tailored experiences for guests with hearing and visual impairments, the resort continues to redefine what accessible travel looks like in the Maldives.
Leading the Way in Inclusive Travel
The judging panel included some of the industry’s most respected voices: Sophie Morgan, TV presenter, disability advocate and travel journalist; Jonathan Fletcher, Founder of Wheelie Good Travel; Dr Amo Raju, author and disability charity specialist; Lady Tina Reading, Editor at Lube Media and accessibility consultant; Emma Partlow, Director at Transreport; Paula Hansen, Founder of World Accessible Holidays; and Manuel Butler from the Spanish Tourist Office.
The event was supported by sponsors including the Spanish Tourist Office, Ocean Florida, TUI, and Mercure Hotels, each sharing a commitment to making travel more inclusive and accessible for everyone.
The Travel For Every Body Awards aim to shine a light on those leading positive change in accessibility across the travel and tourism sector. Their mission is to highlight destinations and suppliers that enable travellers with visible or hidden needs to experience the world with confidence and dignity.
Why This Recognition Matters
Accessibility in travel isn’t a niche topic; it’s the foundation of an inclusive, forward-thinking industry. Amilla’s recognition at the Travel For Every Body Awards reinforces the idea that true luxury lies in making every guest feel seen, valued, and accommodated, without compromise.
As Selling Travel continues to promote these awards to its extensive readership of UK travel advisors, the hope is clear: that more destinations follow Amilla’s lead in prioritising accessibility not as an afterthought, but as an integral part of the guest experience.
A Message from Amanda, Founder of Love of Beaches
“In my experience, travellers with accessibility needs often dismiss the Maldives, assuming there’s no such thing as an accessible beach resort on a tiny island in the Indian Ocean. The joy in their voices when they realise they can, in fact, visit their dream destination is heart-warming.
Amilla Maldives not only provides an accessible and inclusive escape, it goes one step further, offering thoughtful adaptations for guests who are hearing or visually impaired. Their commitment is proof that luxury and inclusivity can, and should, coexist beautifully.”
Discover more by reading our full review of Amilla Maldives here
