Forte Village awarded for the 26th time in a row as world’s most beautiful resort

A really great record for the famous five stars facility in the unpolluted nature of Santa Margherita di Pula, also awarded with the prestigious acknowledgments of “World’s Leading Sports Academy” and “World’s Leading Sport Resort”.

A place where luxury, elegance and care meet the authentic beauty of stunning landscapes, characterized by an impressive natural biodiversity, where every detail is designed to make your stay an unforgettable experience. At Forte Village Resort, excellence is more than an objective, it’s a solid reality which renews season after season.

Nestled in the spectacular setting of Santa Margherita di Pula, only forty-five minutes by car from Cagliari and a near some of the most beautiful beaches in Sardinia and the picturesque ruins of the ancient town of Nora, this iconic resort has remade the rules of hospitality in this island, celebrating an extraordinary milestone this year: the recognition, for the 26th consecutive time, of “World’s Leading Resort”, achieved at the gala ceremony of the latest World Travel Awards, true “Oscars of tourism”, which took place last December in Funchal, the capital of the island of Madeira.

A prestigious acknowledgment that for over 31 years has rewarded excellence in the world of luxury tourism, from the best destinations to hotels, resorts, and even airlines and cruise companies, that during the past year stood out for the excellence and attention to service and for the innovations brought to this industry.

Therefore, among fascinating destinations and dream hotels, the “World Travel Awards” become a prestigious international showcase event that celebrates the excellence offered by tourism operators and presents itself as a precious source of inspiration for travelers looking for new destinations to discover and truly exclusive experiences to add to their wishlist.

The irresistible excellence of Forte Village in Sardinia, the world’s best resort in 26 years

“We are honored to achieve, for the 26th consecutive year, the prestigious recognition of World’s Leading Resort, a milestone that encourages us to continue the path of constant development and upgrading that has always distinguished the mindset of Forte Village”, these are the words spoken by Lorenzo Giannuzzi, at the head of Forte Village Resort in Santa Margherita di Pula since 1995 as CEO and General Manager, while receiving the well-deserved award, further acknowledgment of the amazing value of a facility that, over the last three decades, established itself as a brilliant story of success in hôtellerie industry.

This recognition is the result of decades of hard work (the core of the Resort was established by famous Italian-British entrepreneur, restaurateur and hotelier Lord Charles Forte in 1974), with a vision, Giannuzzi’s one, designed to bring the quality of the Resort’s services to a higher level, enhancing the incredible beauty and richness of the landscape, art and culture of this enchanting corner of Sardinia, integrating it into the prestigious hotel offer.

A forward-looking leadership, which enabled Forte Village Resort to make an incredible leap in quality and become a symbol of global luxury, achieving in 1998, according to the World Travel Awards, the prestigious title of “Best Luxury Resort in the World”. Counting 8 hotels and 714 rooms, diversified both by category and customer target (hotels Borgo, Bouganville and Palme are part of the 4-stars category, while Pineta, Dune, Villa del Parco, Castello and Waterfront are part of the higher class), in addition to 13 prestigious Villas representing the flagship of the Resort, Forte Village confirms itself as a one-of-a-kind destination, combining flawless hospitality with unique experiences and exclusive services.

Among these, regenerating and relaxing treatments by Acquaforte Thalasso & Spa, a real oasis of peace and wellness for body and mind inspired by the principles of thalassotherapy, but also the concerts and shows at Forte Arena, the amphitheater under the stars that over the last few years welcomed prominent names in national and international entertainment, including Sting, Renato Zero, and Pooh, yet the much-loved “Peter Pan – The Musical”.

Forte Village Resort includes 22 restaurants too, especially several starred ones such as Belvedere by Giuseppe Molaro, Terrazza San Domenico by Massimiliano Mascia and Beachcomber by Heinz Beck, but also many solutions for a quick lunch or informal dinner, to satisfy the tastes of an increasingly demanding and varied clientele, ranging from couples in honeymoon to families with children (many workshops and academies designed for little ones, like Barbie Academy and Forte Village Art Academy created in collaboration with French writer and illustrator Hervé Tullet), and even participants in team building events or product launches, but also those looking for a regenerating break from the frenzy of everyday life. Of course, all this with great attention to excellence, to detail and to individual experiences.

A philosophy that was further consolidated in 2024 also thanks to an extraordinary season, enriched by iconic events such as the exclusive collaboration with Dolce & Gabbana, iconic fashion maison that chose the ancient island of Ichnusa as the setting for the presentation of the collections 2024 Alta Moda, Alta Sartoria and Alta Gioielleria, a project that for over ten years has been traveling, like a contemporary Grand Tour, through the regions most dear to the duo of Italian stylists and entrepreneurs, the former Sicilian and the latter Milanese, with the goal of enhancing and showing the world the best of local excellence, in exceptional locations that made clear how Sardinia is a tourist destination with a core of culture and style.

An event that fits perfectly into the identity of Forte Village Resort, which has always been a synonym for elegance and refinement, thanks to luxury shopping experiences and exclusive selection of haute couture boutiques and artisan workshops, where high fashion from local, Italian and international producers finds its top expression in tailor-made clothes, combined with elegant traditional filigree jewelry, such as the maninfide, the Sardinian wedding ring, and last but not least the su coccu, iconic Sardinian talisman.

Forte Village in Santa Margherita di Pula, where top sport meets the passion for the land

The victory of Forte Village Resort at the “World Travel Awards” is the deserved recognition of an industry that over the years has been able to establish itself as a point of reference in the world of luxury hotels, and a real historical record. No other resort worldwide can boast such continuity, both in terms of consecutive number of wins achieved and of such a wide range of prestigious awards obtained.

During the gala evening held in the capital of the “Pearl of the Atlantic”, Madeira, Forte Village triumphed in the main category of “World’s Leading Resort”, and also obtained two further important awards: “World’s Leading Sports Academy 2024” (for the best sports academies), and “World’s Leading Sport Resort 2024” (for the excellence in the world of sports resorts), respectively for the twelfth and sixth time in a row.

Two coveted awards that reflect the constant commitment of Forte Village, led since 1995 by the visionary top manager Lorenzo Giannuzzi, in combining luxury, comfort, cutting-edge services and passion for high-level sports, making it a point of reference for enthusiasts of an active lifestyle, adventure, and outdoor activities and developing an unmatched sports offer.

In fact, over 50 hectares of pure nature surrounding the wonderful hotels and villas of the Forte Village Resort host over twenty excellent sports academies, including the much-loved Forte Village Tennis Academy, dedicated to those who want to get closer to tennis and those who want to refine their technique and game strategy, aiming at becoming a true world champion of the discipline, but also the prestigious Swimming Academy, with individual and group lessons designed both for water sports beginners and experienced people who want to perfect their technique under the watchful eye of international swimming legends, including Olympic champions Martina Morcavcová and Domenico Fioravanti.

No less popular is the new Pickleball Academy, dedicated to this dynamic, versatile and exciting sport, still little known in Italy but destined to become extremely popular in the years to come, pickleball, a mix of tennis, badminton and table tennis born in the USA in the mid-sixties, today increasingly practiced worldwide, and the Forte Village Triathlon Academy, with personalized programs for all levels, from beginners to expert athletes, which will truly enable everyone discovering the fantastic world of triathlon, with special attention to the peculiarities of the territory and the natural resources of Sardinia with the possibility of participating in high-level competitions such as Forte Village Triathlon, to immediately test yourself and put into practice what you have learned at the Academy.

Moreover, the Mountain Bike and Road Bike Academy, which give Forte Village’s guests in Santa Margherita di Pula the chance to explore the wild local nature, test themselves on routes of different levels and duration on electric and/or mountain bikes provided by the Resort, and put into practice precious advice by qualified experts, national and international cycling legends, including Fabian Cancellara, Fabio Aru, Paola Pezzo and Filippo Pozzato.

A level of excellence and prestige made possible by the presence of the best Italian and international instructors here at Forte Village in Sardinia, and especially by innovative sports infrastructures, such as 13 tennis courts (12 clay and one concrete), all equipped with night lighting, which host many top-level sporting events in the world tennis scene every year.

First of all, the recent singles and doubles competitions Sardinia ITF Tournaments 2024, organized by the International Tennis Federation, which between last September 16 and October 27 thrilled the audience in the stands of ASD Tennis Academy, making themselves a real springboard for young tennis talents (it’s no coincidence that many legends of contemporary tennis made their debut on the courts in Santa Margherita di Pula, like Jannik Sinner and Matteo Berrettini, Stefanos Tsitsipas and Casper Ruud).

Forte Village Sardegna, waiting for the season 2025

Forte Village Resort is not a simple holiday destination, but a haven where excellence blends in harmony with the pristine beauty of Sardinia. A place where time slows down, inviting you to rediscover authentic touch with nature and yourself, in a welcoming context of luxury and services carefully designed to make every moment an unforgettable memory. Among scented pines and white beaches of Santa Margherita di Pula, Forte Village welcomes guests with a unique offer that ranges from wellness to food and wine, from fun to entertainment.

But Forte Village’s five-star offer doesn’t stop there. For 2025, the Resort prepares to write a new chapter with innovative culinary concepts, exclusive shows and important renovations for an even more extraordinary stay. The reopening, scheduled for the upcoming spring, will be the perfect opportunity to experience a holiday with a promise: that is immersing yourself at full in the awesome excellence of the ancient island of Ichnusa.

All that’s left to do is prepare yourself to enjoy a unique experience, where excellence meets the authenticity of Sardinia. For further information or for booking your stay, please contact the Resort via phone calling +39 070 9218818 or send an email to holiday@fortevillage.com.

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