A Different Kind of Travel Index
MVHOTELS.Travel is an independent editorial platform built to bring analytical rigour to luxury travel research. We score, compare, and track the finest resorts and destinations in the Indian Ocean and beyond.
How We Work
Editorial Independence
No resort or airline has ever paid for a positive review — or any review. Our scores are derived from methodology, not commercial relationships. We decline comped stays that come with coverage guarantees.
Methodology-First Scoring
The MT Index applies 14 weighted criteria across accommodation quality, dining, marine environment, service consistency, and value. Scores are recalculated quarterly as new data arrives.
Transparency
We publish our scoring criteria, update dates, and data sources. When we receive a comped experience without strings attached, we disclose it. Readers deserve to know how any judgement was formed.
Who We Are
Areef M.
Former resort operations director turned independent travel writer. Built the MT Index after finding no independent, data-led resource for the Indian Ocean luxury market.
Leila H.
Divemaster and travel journalist. Has personally reviewed 60+ Maldives resorts over 8 years and specialises in reef health assessments and sustainability scoring.
Tom W.
Former analyst at a luxury travel consultancy. Covers Bali, Sri Lanka, and emerging Indian Ocean markets. Manages the MT methodology and dataset integrity.
The MT Weekly Briefing
Index movements, deal alerts, and destination intelligence — every Thursday morning.