Atlantis Paradise Island, the iconic entertainment Bahamas resort destination and a global leader in marine life conservation, has been awarded Virtuoso’s Sustainable Leadership: Protecting the Planet Award, recognizing the resort’s commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable practices in The Bahamas.
The honor highlights Atlantis Paradise Island’s ongoing commitment to preserving surrounding marine ecosystems while advancing responsible tourism, specifically through the resort’s Atlantis Blue Project Foundation (ABPF), a nonprofit 501(c) (3) organization founded in 2005 that is dedicated to saving sea species and their habitats throughout The Bahamas and surrounding Caribbean Sea.
“For two decades, Atlantis Paradise Island’s Atlantis Blue Project Foundation has been at the forefront of marine life conservation in the Caribbean. This recognition from Virtuoso reinforces our role as a leader in sustainable tourism and the vital importance of protecting our ocean ecosystems,” said Audrey Oswell, president and managing director of Atlantis Paradise Island, in a press release. “It is a reflection of our team’s unwavering dedication and the active participation of our guests in advancing conservation for generations to come.”
Now in its 20th year, the ABPF has bred, rescued and released more than 7,500 endangered sea turtles; donated over 7,000 mangrove seedlings for local wetland restoration projects; helped establish 1.4 million acres of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs); rescued, rehabilitated and reintroduced 160 animals back into their natural habitats; and funded over $5 million in coral reef research and restoration initiatives, developing 25 coral nurseries and planting thousands of corals.
Guests of the resort can directly support this mission by joining marine-focused activities and experiences at Atlantis Paradise Island, with all proceeds benefiting ABPF’s conservation efforts.
Virtuoso, a leading global network of top luxury travel agencies, advisors and hotels, cruise lines and tour operators, announced the 2025 Virtuoso Global Awards during its 37th annual Virtuoso Travel Week, which took place August 9-15 in Las Vegas. Awards honored Atlantis Paradise Island as well as the network’s most esteemed travel agencies, advisors and preferred partners who set the standard in their given category.
“Virtuoso Awards celebrate those who are shaping the future of luxury travel through integrity, outstanding service and unforgettable experiences,” said Virtuoso Chairman and CEO Matthew D. Upchurch in a press release. “These annual awards celebrate the exceptional members and partners who bring our shared purpose to life: enriching lives through human connection and the power of travel. Atlantis Paradise Island exemplifies the innovation, collaboration and unwavering commitment that define our network, and they deserve to be recognized for their dedication that elevates the Virtuoso network and the industry as a whole.”
