South India’s Tamara Resorts Receive Top FHRAI Wedding & MICE Tourism Honours

Tamara Leisure Experiences has earned several awards at the FHRAI Wedding & MICE Tourism Awards 2026, reaffirming its role as a frontrunner in India’s wedding and MICE tourism sector. Its wellness-driven, immersive hospitality across Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu is being recognised as a distinguishing feature, at a time when travellers increasingly seek culturally rich, experience-led, and wellness-oriented journeys.

Multiple Tamara Properties Shine

Across its portfolio, Tamara Leisure Experiences garnered multiple honours recognising its excellence in wellness and hospitality. Amal Tamara in Kerala was named Best Ayurvedic Wellness Spa and Best Holistic & Integrative Wellness Retreat, while The Tamara Coorg received accolades for Best Destination Wellness Spa and Best Signature Wellness Treatment. The Tamara Kodai was celebrated as Best Luxury Wellness Spa and Best Sustainable Wellness Spa, and the O by Tamara properties in Coimbatore and Thiruvananthapuram were recognised as Best Wellness Spa in Hotels & Resorts in their respective cities.

“We are honoured to be recognised by FHRAI across multiple categories that reflect the depth and diversity of our wellness offerings,” said Samir M.C., CEO, Tamara Leisure Experiences. “At Tamara, our endeavour has always been to create experiences that go beyond hospitality, rooted in nature, authenticity, and mindful living. As India continues to gain prominence as a preferred destination for weddings and MICE tourism, we see a strong opportunity to integrate wellness and immersive experiences into these segments, enhancing both guest engagement and long-term value.”

The Growth Of Wellness Travel

Several policymakers, global stakeholders, and industry leaders attended the Wedding & MICE Tourism Conclave, held on March 28 in Lucknow. As destination-led experiences gain greater prominence in both celebrations and corporate events, wellness is increasingly seen as a crucial factor in creating more meaningful and personalised journeys.

Tamara Leisure Experiences has won multiple awards for its wellness-focused properties, which incorporate local traditions and natural surroundings. The honours come as demand grows in India for weddings and MICE travel. Travellers are increasingly choosing destinations that offer cultural experiences alongside relaxation.

FAQs

What awards did Tamara Leisure Experiences win?
The group received multiple accolades at the FHRAI Wedding & MICE Tourism Awards 2026, including recognitions for wellness spas and holistic retreats across its properties in Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.

Which properties were recognised?
Amal Tamara in Kerala, The Tamara Coorg, The Tamara Kodai, and O by Tamara properties in Coimbatore and Thiruvananthapuram.

What does the FHRAI Wedding & MICE Tourism Awards recognise?
The awards honour excellence in hospitality, wellness, and event-related services within the wedding and MICE tourism sector.

Why is wellness emphasised in these properties?
Tamara integrates wellness, local culture, and natural surroundings to offer guests experiences that combine relaxation with cultural engagement.

How is India’s wedding and MICE travel sector evolving?
Demand is rising for culturally rooted, experience-led destinations. Campaigns like Wed in India are attracting international and NRI travellers to locations that combine local traditions with professional hospitality standards.