A Celebration of Dining, Entertainment, and Unforgettable Voyages Last night in Bahrain, Princess Cruises made waves at the World Cruise Awards, claiming not one but two prestigious titles: World’s Best Cruise Ship for Dining 2025 for Sun Princess and World’s Best Cruise Ship for Gambling 2025 for Enchanted Princess. These remarkable wins reflect Princess Cruises’ commitment to delivering unforgettable experiences at every turn — whether guests are indulging their taste buds or testing their luck under the bright lights of onboard casinos. For travellers who demand the ultimate blend of elegance, entertainment, and indulgence, these accolades are proof that Princess Cruises continues to set the standard for modern ocean travel.

Last night in Bahrain, amid a glittering celebration of global travel excellence, Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates Dubai was crowned World’s Leading Shopping Mall Hotel 2025 at the World Travel Awards Grand Final. For those who have experienced the seamless fusion of luxury accommodation and unparalleled retail indulgence, the accolade comes as no surprise. For others, it is an invitation to discover the ultimate combination of five-star comfort and extraordinary shopping in the heart of Dubai. This is where retail therapy meets resort-style elegance, creating an experience that delights every sense.

Under the glow of chandeliers and celebration, at last night’s World Cruise Awards in Bahrain, Paradise Vietnam was crowned Asia’s Best River Cruise Line 2025 — a triumph that reflects not only excellence in cruising, but the soul of a nation defined by its rivers. The award is more than a title. It’s a testament to a company that has reimagined river travel as an art form, offering journeys that are as serene as they are spectacular. For anyone dreaming of drifting through landscapes of legend and living culture, this is the river experience that belongs on every bucket list.

Last night, at the glamorous Grand Final of the World Travel Awards in Bahrain, Vakkaru Maldives was crowned Indian Ocean’s Leading Resort 2025 — a recognition that captures everything guests experience from the moment they land until the moment they leave. This isn’t just a holiday spot: it’s a place where the world feels genuinely suspended, and paradise becomes real.

Jeremy Jauncey is the founder of the award-winning content agency Beautiful Destinations, who has launched the Beautiful Destinations Academy in partnership with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET). This groundbreaking programme was born from Jauncey’s vision to bridge a critical gap in the travel industry, as he noticed a growing number of travel decisions were influenced by social media content. Designed to fill this gap and equip the next generation of creators with world-class storytelling and digital marketing skills, the Beautiful Destinations Academy empowers participants to produce compelling, high-quality content that inspires travellers worldwide. The interview by Justin Cooke follows:

CuddlyNest has evolved from its founding ambition of touching every travel vertical into a next-phase company now focused on enhancement rather than building—leveraging AI, expanding into flights and attractions, and redefining how travellers discover and book experiences. Its journey reflects what happens when grit aligns with timing and resilience meets risk, driven by a founder who turned his beginnings in an “unpopular town” into a global vision. Today, CuddlyNest stands as a testament to exploration, determination, and the belief that the world is not only worth seeing—but worth connecting.