BAOASE VOTED #1 IN THE CARIBBEAN BY TRAVEL + LEISURE WORLD’S BEST 2025

Baoase Luxury Resort Named #1 Resort in the Caribbean, Bermuda & the Bahamas — and Ranked #25 in the Top 100 Best Resorts in the World by Travel + Leisure readers.

Willemstad, Curaçao | July 8, 2025
Baoase Luxury Resort is honored to be named the #1 Resort in the Caribbean, Bermuda and the Bahamas, and proudly ranks #25 in the Top 100 Best Resorts in the World by Travel + Leisure readers in the 2025 World’s Best Awards. This is an extraordinary moment not only for the resort, but for the island of Curaçao. Featured in the August issue of Travel + Leisure, the full results of the 2025 World’s Best Awards can be viewed on the website of Travel + Leisure.

These annual awards, voted on by hundreds of thousands of Travel + Leisure readers around the globe, celebrate the very best in hospitality worldwide. To be featured among this elite group is a reflection of Baoase’s deep commitment to excellence and heartfelt service.

A Moment of Pride for Baoase and Curaçao

“This is a milestone we are truly humbled by,” said Thijs van der Valk, Managing Director of Baoase Luxury Resort. “To see our small, family-owned resort recognized on a global stage—among the top 25 in the world—is a profound honor. We owe this entirely to our incredible team, who pour their hearts into every guest experience, and to our trusted suppliers and partners, whose dedication helps us deliver the level of service we are known for. And of course, to our guests, who continue to choose Baoase and share in our story—thank you for your belief in us.”

He shares that while he once imagined this kind of recognition, he never expected it to arrive so soon.
“What makes me even prouder,” he adds, “is knowing what’s still ahead. This is only the beginning.”

Curaçao in the Global Spotlight

This recognition shines a powerful light on Curaçao, highlighting its natural beauty, cultural richness, and the warmth of its people. It places the island among the world’s most desirable luxury destinations and invites travelers everywhere to discover the magic that locals have long known.

Baoase, nestled within this vibrant island, is more than a resort — it’s a full-fledged destination of its own. With the fortune of being surrounded by Curaçao’s thriving art, rich history, and authentic island soul, guests at Baoase enjoy the best of both worlds: the intimacy of a tropical oasis and the richness of a cultural capital. Two destinations, one unforgettable experience.

A Shared Achievement

Baoase’s success is the result of a collective vision—one shaped by a passionate team, a strong local community, and guests who inspire the resort to evolve while remaining true to its essence: a private, soulful escape where every detail is crafted with intention.

As Baoase celebrates this milestone, it does so with gratitude and renewed commitment—to the island it calls home, to the people who make it all possible, and to every guest who has made this journey so meaningful.