ACQUALINA RESORT EARNS FORBES TRAVEL GUIDE VERIFIED™ RESPONSIBLE HOSPITALITY DESIGNATION FOR THE THIRD CONSECUTIVE YEAR

The 2026 recognition reaffirms Acqualina's place among the world's finest hotels leading in sustainable luxury

MIAMI, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Acqualina Resort & Residences, the award-winning oceanfront Miami resort, is proud to announce that it has earned the 2026 VERIFIED™ Responsible Hospitality badge from Forbes Travel Guide, the global authority on hospitality excellence, for the third consecutive year. Responsible Hospitality is the official sustainability verification for Forbes Travel Guide's community of Star-Rated hotels in more than 80 countries, and this latest honor places Acqualina among a distinguished group of properties worldwide recognized for their leadership in responsible luxury.

The comprehensive assessment verifies hotels on best practices to protect the environment and support the well-being of employees, guests and the community—creating a global standard for the world's finest hotels and a trusted third-party verification for guests.

Designed in partnership with highly respected hotelier Hervé Houdré, a leader in the field, Responsible Hospitality allows discerning guests to make purposeful choices based on consistent, expertly designed global standards.

At Acqualina, that commitment is woven seamlessly into the guest experience, from the elimination of single-use plastics and a reduction in paper usage to locally sourced, seasonal menus across the resort's restaurants and a long-standing tradition of charitable outreach throughout South Florida.

"Earning this distinction for the third consecutive year is a true reflection of our team's dedication to caring for our guests, our residents, our community and the beautiful coastline we call home," said Deborah Yager Fleming, CEO & Partner of Acqualina Resort. "Responsible hospitality is part of everything we do, and we are honored that Forbes Travel Guide continues to recognize that commitment."

Responsible Hospitality covers topics such as food and water waste, sustainable amenities, recycling programs, energy usage, health security, integration with the local community and culture, and other touchpoints. 

Acqualina proudly engages in meaningful partnerships such as with the Miami-Dade County Sea Turtle Program, to support sea turtle conservation programs. The hotel team members participate in regular beach clean-ups to preserve the natural beauty of the Miami coastline. The resort also spearheads annual Food Drives for the Broward Outreach Center and Toy Drives benefiting the children at Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital.

Since 1995, Acqualina has been deeply involved in uplifting the community by founding the Miami Chapter of the I Have a Dream Foundation, dedicated to empowering children from underprivileged backgrounds by equipping them with the essential skills, knowledge and mindset required to pursue higher education.

For more information about Acqualina's sustainability initiatives, please visit https://www.acqualinaresort.com/sustainability.

ABOUT ACQUALINA RESORT & RESIDENCES
Acqualina Resort & Residences is where the charm of a Mediterranean villa meets elegance on the beach. The lush grounds feature red couches set on grass and are dotted with signature red umbrellas. A seaside luxury haven located on 4.5 beachfront acres in pristine Sunny Isles Beach, Acqualina Resort features 98 impeccably appointed guest rooms and suites and 188 residences with breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, world-class dining including Il Mulino New York, the alfresco Costa Grill, Ke-uH Japanese restaurant and Avra Miami, three oceanfront swimming pools, spacious meeting rooms, and AcquaMarine, an innovative marine biology-based children's program. A variety of lavish interior and exterior venues provide an ideal background for opulent weddings and memorable events. Acqualina Spa provides guests with an exquisite 20,000-square-foot, two-story tranquil sanctuary of excellence and relaxation. A family-owned and operated property, Acqualina is a recipient of the coveted Forbes Travel Guide Five Star Awards for both the hotel and spa and the AAA Five Diamond Award and a member of The Leading Hotels of the World. Follow Acqualina on Social Media.

About Forbes Travel Guide
Forbes Travel Guide ("FTG"), the global authority on genuine Five-Star service, provides world-class professional services to the hospitality industry and other service-oriented businesses such as luxury retail, residential, healthcare and private clubs through bespoke training solutions, evaluation services and custom service standards. Started as Mobil Travel Guide in 1958, the company created the first Five-Star rating system in the United States. Today, in addition to providing professional services, FTG is the only independent, global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, spas and ocean cruise ships. FTG's prestigious annual Star Awards can only be earned through the company's objective, in-person inspection process. For more information on FTG services, please visit partner.forbestravelguide.com.

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