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A clear and unique identity A serene natural ambiance Access to business districts Access to diverse dive destinations Access to major city attractions Access to transport hubs Accessibility for all passengers Accommodations combine rustic charm and modern comfort Achieved measurable results supported by data or metrics Adapt to meet guest expectations and preferences. Adherence to safety protocols for a smooth travel experience Adheres to strict safety protocols Advanced technology integration Affordable accommodation - with comfort, cleanliness, and essential guest services. Affordable dining options Aircraft supervision All-inclusive packages covering accommodation, dining, activities, and entertainment. Applies sustainable and eco-friendly materials and practices Attentive staff, 24/7 concierge, and dedicated butlers Babysitting services Beverage pairings Biodiversity conservation Business facilities suited to urban travelers Campaign executed within the eligibility period (July 2025 - July 2026) Candlelit dinners Capacity and technological infrastructure Caters specifically to business travelers. Clear positive impact on the team or guest experience Climate resilience efforts Combines traditional healing techniques Comfortable accommodations and culinary services Comfortable accommodations and quality catering Community empowerment initiatives Community initiatives and strategic partnerships Comprehensive dive packages Comprehensive product/service expertise. Concierge service Conference rooms Consistent quality across all properties Convenience and prime location Convenient location with tailored amenities, and professional services. Convention center offers versatile spaces and facilities Couples’ spa treatments Crew assistance to guarantee smooth and safe aviation operations Culinary creativity and excellence, led by a skilled and experienced culinary team Culinary excellence through creative, diverse, and high-quality culinary experiences Cultural experiences that leverage the hill environment. Cultural immersion programs Curated culinary events Currently holds GM position Customizable packages Customization options to meet organizers’ needs. Customized packages Cutting-edge technology Décor options Dedicated to learning, growth, and contributing to the hospitality industry. Delivers customized itineraries tailored to diverse traveler interests. Delivers tailored outbound travel packages catering to diverse traveler interests and budgets Demonstrated creativity, originality, and innovation in concept, design, or execution Dining options Diverse outdoor activities Diverse wave options Easy access to business districts Easy access to diverse dive sites Easy access to major city attractions Easy access to transport hubs Economic impact Effective distribution networks Efficient booking processes Efficient passenger handling Employee training programs Energy and water conservation Engages employees and the local community in sustainability programs Engages in environmental conservation and community initiatives Engages in social responsibility Engages in sustainability Engages with the community and promotes cultural preservation Enhances tourist mobility by improving access to key attractions, resorts, or transport hubs Ensures accessibility, innovative technology integration, and operational excellence Ensures safety ަand convenience Ensures seamless travel experiences with high-quality services Ensures smooth logistics and seamless travel experiences for clients Ensures smooth operations in high-pressure enviroments Ensuring easy guest access to beach and high standards of cleanliness. Entertainment arrangements Entertainment, and educational programs suitable for all ages Establishment with a room inventory of 20 rooms or fewer. Exceptional ambiance Exceptional catering Exceptional leadership and vision with overall experience surpassing 15 - 20 years Exceptional service culture Exclusive offers or perks Expert guides to ensure a high-quality surfing experience for all skill levels Expert planning services Expert-led retreats promoting holistic well-being Expertise in operating liveaboards Expertly trained therapists integrating physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing Flight coordination Flight planning support Gourmet menus Grand event spaces Green certifications Ground handling services Guest amenities and business facilities designed to meet the needs of air travelers. Guided safaris Habitat preservation High standards in accommodations, service, and dining High standards of cleanliness High-quality accommodations, dining, and services High-quality and well-maintained equipment High-quality and well-maintained fleet High-quality ingredients Hiking Host a wide range of events (weddings/corporate events) Hotel must have 40 or above rooms Hotel/resort must have opened within the last 1–2 years Impactful initiatives in education Implements effective environmental and sustainability programs Implements strict safety protocols for all diving activities Improvements in revenue, efficiency, and overall performance during tenure In-room dining and gourmet restaurants Initiatives for heritage preservation Innovation in design and development Innovative marketing strategies and partnerships Inspiring teams and driving operational excellence across all areas of hotel management Integrated event support services Integrates local culture, heritage, and art into its design Integrating local culture, architecture, and sustainable building practices Kayaking Keeps menu fresh with innovative dishes Knowledgeable staff Landscaped gardens Led by a highly skilled culinary team Livelihood improvement and healthcare Local partnerships Locally sourced, sustainable ingredients Located at a scenic riverfront location Located directly on or adjacent to a well-maintained beach. Located within close proximity to an airport. Lounges options Maintains clear safety procedures, trained staff, and consistent service standards. Maintains exclusive international partnerships Maintains high-quality accommodations Maintains strict food safety and hygiene standards Maintains strong local partnerships Maintenance oversight Meeting spaces Multilingual support Networking opportunities tailored for event attendees Not a previous winner: Winner of this category from the previous year is not eligible to compete in the same category this year. Offering tailored itineraries across various cruise types and destinations Offers a diverse range of dive sites and packages Offers a range of dining options Offers access to diverse and high-quality dive sites Offers concierge service Offers diverse beachfront experiences - water activities, dining, and entertainment. Offers elegant and versatile wedding venues Offers immersive wildlife experiences Offers intimate and luxurious accommodations Offers luxurious accommodations and elegant furnishings Offers meet and greet service at the airport. Offers multi-cuisine dining options (outlets) Offers panoramic views and a serene natural ambiance Offers state-of-the-art meeting, versatile spaces and event facilities Offers travel insurance Offers variety for diverse dietary preferences Operates licensed, well-maintained land or sea transport services Organizes surf events or competitions to promote surfing culture Overwater bungalows Partnerships with global hospitality brands Personalized consultations Personalized guest services Personalized programs Photography tours Pools and Fitness Centers Preserves and showcases historical and architectural heritage Private excursions Private villas and suites Professional dive guides and well-maintained equipment Projects: Hotels, Resorts and Branded residences Promotes sustainable operations, and well-trained staff. Provides a range of river-related activities Provides convenient transfer options such as dedicated shuttle services. Provides diverse experiences, including wellness, family-friendly, and cultural activities. Provides event support in planning Provides exclusive romantic experiences Provides multilingual support Provides royal-inspired personalized services, fine dining, cultural immersion, and wellness experiences Provides training and certification programs for divers of all levels Qualified guides and high-quality equipment Qualified guides and instructors Qualified instructors Quality service Rafting Range of family-friendly activities Reflects creativity, functionality, and artistic influence Reliable high-speed connectivity Reliable in-flight services Reliable punctuality across its route network Restoration and Conservation Riverfront conservation initiatives Riverfront dining Riverfront spa and wellness experiences Romance-focused services Safaris Safety and quality measures are set in place. Safety, and security with trained staff Scubadiving Seamless event coordination Seamless technology andcommunication Serene environment with facility design and tranquil ambience Showcases a distinctive design Showcases historical and architectural heritage Showcases innovative architectural and interior design Signature spa treatments Signature treatments Situated in a scenic hillside location Skydiving Social responsibility programs Spacious rooms Spacious, stylishly designed rooms with premium furnishings Staff development Strategic location near transport/attractions Strict safety protocols for all diving activities Strict safety standards Strong business results Strong commitment to community development Strong commitment to conservation and community engagement Strong foundation in culinary Strong leadership and innovation in hotel operations Strong leadership skills and management Strong market knowledge Sunset cruises Superior Bathrooms with exclusive amenities Support environmental conservation and local community engagement Support for travelers with special needs Supported by experienced dive guides Supported by sustainable beach management and community engagement initiatives. Surf packages Surfing facilities Surfing lessons Sustainability initiatives Sustainable sourcing Technology integration Tented or lodge-style settings designed to blend seamlessly with the environment Themed setups Thoughtful facilities, amenities, and thematic or culturally inspired design Unique and appealing design Unique cultural experiences, events, and workshops that highlight local traditions, arts, and cuisine Unique experiences that reflect its boutique identity. Use of natural products Used well-planned multichannel or integrated marketing approach Value-for-money offerings, safety standards, and accessibility. Waste management Waste management initiatives to minimize environmental impact. Waterfront accommodations and river views Wedding and proposal planning Well-maintained accommodations Well-maintained diving equipment Well-maintained surfboards Wellness programs Wellness programs for guests Wellness-focused cuisine Wide range of cooking techniques and methods World-class spa and fitness amenities World-class wellness and spa facilities

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