Award recognizes the company’s commitment to trusted resort day-pass experiences, transparent pricing and traveler confidence
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Oct. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Resort for a Day, the largest provider of resort day passes for cruise travelers, won a 2026 Travel Weekly Gold Magellan Award in the Tour Operators – Overall | Service category for its commitment to providing reliable, trusted experiences for cruise travelers.
Presented annually by Travel Weekly, the Magellan Awards recognize outstanding design, marketing and services across the travel industry. Resort for a Day’s winning entry, “Service Built on Trust, Transparency and Reliability,” highlights the brand’s continued focus on making it easier for cruise travelers to book resort day passes and confidently plan and enjoy their time ashore.
“What makes this recognition especially meaningful is that service is at the heart of everything we do,” said Lynn Walters, director of Resort for a Day. “Our travelers are trusting us to help make the most of their time ashore, and we work hard to make that experience as easy and dependable as possible. From our resort partnerships to our Best Price Guarantee and Military Discount Program, we’re continually looking for ways to give travelers greater confidence when they book with us.”
The award entry highlighted three key elements of Resort for a Day’s service approach:
More Than 100 Resort Partners Across 30+ Cruise Ports
Resort for a Day offers access to more than 100 resort partners across 30+ cruise ports, providing travelers with a range of options for enjoying a resort experience during their time ashore.
Best Price Guarantee
The introduction of the Best Price Guarantee reinforces Resort for a Day’s commitment to transparency and value, giving travelers added confidence when booking their resort day.
Expanded Military Discount Program
Resort for a Day expanded its Military Discount Program to offer 10% savings to active-duty and retired military members and their families, recognizing and supporting those who have served.
The Magellan Awards are judged by a panel of experienced travel professionals and recognize excellence across a broad range of travel industry categories. Entries are evaluated against a standard of excellence established by Travel Weekly and its judging panel.
For a complete list of winners, visit Travel Weekly Magellan Awards.
About Resort for a Day
Resort for a Day is the largest provider of resort day passes for cruise travelers, offering access to top-rated resorts in more than 30 cruise destinations worldwide, including the Caribbean, Bahamas, Bermuda, Mexican Riviera, Hawaii and the Mediterranean. Part of World Travel Holdings, the company allows travelers to easily book day access to resort amenities such as pools, beaches, dining and spa facilities, without the need for an overnight stay, making it a convenient way to enhance any cruise itinerary. resortforaday.com.
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Media Contact:
Lakecia Gayle
Public Relations Specialist
Resort for a Day
lgayle@wth.com
617-587-6751
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