The Bahamas has been named the Caribbean's Leading Luxury Destination by the World Travel Awards for the second consecutive year.

The Bahamas surpassed Anguilla, Turks and Caicos Islands, Mustique and St. Lucia to win the award.

Travel and tourism professionals worldwide vote for the World Travel Awards.

Director General at the Ministry of Tourism Joy Jibrilu said that The Bahamas is "elated to have been deemed the Caribbean's leading luxury destination.

"Winning this award for consecutive years, especially in such a competitive market, means that we are doing something right. This stamp of approval from the World Travel Awards says a lot," she said.

In addition to the World Travel Award, the Ministry of Tourism was also nominated for the Caribbean's Leading Tourist Board.

Giovanni Grant, general manager of multi-destination marketing in the Ministry of Tourism, accepted that award.

"I'm thrilled that The Bahamas has maintained its appeal as the leading luxury destination.

"It speaks to our commitment to building on the success that we have achieved thus far. We will continue to work hard and hopefully next year we'll be walking away with a few more awards," he said.

The awards were presented at a gala in Jamaica on Saturday night.

That night, Sandals Emerald Bay Resort was named the Caribbean's Leading All-Inclusive Resort and Atlantis Resort was named the Caribbean's Leading Casino Resort.

Xian Smith, Guardian Business Reporter

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