Atmosphere Core concluded 2025 with a strong industry showing after securing three prestigious honours at the Layalina Editor’s Choice Awards 2025 for RAAYA by Atmosphere, Atmosphere Kanifushi Maldives and OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi. The accolades reflect the group’s ability to deliver clearly differentiated resort concepts that respond to diverse traveller expectations, while maintaining consistent standards of quality, comfort and guest satisfaction across its Maldivian portfolio.
At the awards, RAAYA by Atmosphere was named Best New Luxury Resort of the Year – Maldives, recognising its refined positioning and thoughtful concept. Atmosphere Kanifushi Maldives received the title of Best All-Inclusive Luxury Resort, reaffirming its reputation as one of the country’s most comprehensive and reliable all-inclusive destinations. OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi was recognised as Most Stylish Resort – Maldives, celebrating its contemporary aesthetic and vibrant island personality. The honours are based on independent editorial assessments and established quality benchmarks set by Layalina, a leading Arab lifestyle publication under 7awi Media Group with a strong readership and influence across the GCC and wider region.
The collective recognition underscores Atmosphere Core’s understanding of evolving travel trends, where guests increasingly seek experiences that are intuitive, well-designed and aligned with their personal travel style. Whether travellers are looking for seclusion, immersive luxury, family-friendly comfort or social energy, the group’s portfolio demonstrates a balanced approach that blends creative concepts with operational excellence.
RAAYA by Atmosphere, located in the pristine Raa Atoll, is defined by its castaway-artist concept, encouraging guests to slow down, reconnect with nature and explore creativity through curated experiences, wellness rituals and soft adventure. The resort’s design language and programming emphasise tranquillity, craftsmanship and a deep sense of place, positioning RAAYA as a destination for travellers seeking meaningful, unhurried luxury in a natural island setting.
Atmosphere Kanifushi Maldives continues to stand out for its scale and consistency, offering an expansive island, spacious villas and a wide range of dining, leisure and wellness facilities under the signature Kanifushi Plan™. The resort’s all-inclusive model focuses on generosity and simplicity, allowing guests to enjoy a seamless holiday experience without compromise, making it a preferred choice for families, couples and long-stay travellers alike.
In contrast, OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi delivers a more energetic and lifestyle-led island escape, characterised by contemporary design, interactive spaces and a lively social atmosphere. The resort appeals strongly to modern travellers who value affordability without sacrificing style, combining playful architecture, upbeat entertainment and accessible experiences that encourage connection and movement.
Commenting on the achievement, Ashwin Handa, Chief Operating Officer of Atmosphere Core, said the group was honoured to receive the Layalina Editor’s Choice Awards 2025, recognising three resorts across distinct categories. He noted that the awards reflect the company’s carefully curated experiences, shaped by a strong sense of product, space and genuine care, and credited the dedication of the teams and the continued trust of guests for the success.
Central to these accomplishments is Atmosphere Core’s philosophy of the Joy of Giving, which places care, generosity and attention to detail at the heart of its hospitality approach. By creating destinations that feel closely connected to their natural surroundings and offering experiences that anticipate guest needs, the group continues to deliver a style of hospitality that is warm, effortless and personal, reinforcing the Maldives’ position as a leading global destination for diverse and high-quality resort experiences.
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