Westgate Resorts Named Gold Winner in 2026 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards
Westgate Resorts, the largest privately held timeshare company in the world, has been named a Gold Winner in the 2026 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards, earning top honors in the “Overall | Vacation Rentals/Villas/Time Share” category. The annual award program recognizes outstanding design, marketing, and services across a broad range of industry segments, with winners selected by a one-of-a-kind panel of leading travel and hospitality professionals.
The 2026 Magellan Awards attracted hundreds of entries from across the U.S. and around the world, recognizing excellence across the travel industry. Westgate Resorts’ Gold recognition highlights its commitment to memorable vacation experiences, with nearly 60 resorts offering spacious, villa-style accommodations, family-friendly amenities and personalized service in destinations including Orlando, Las Vegas, Park City, Gatlinburg and Myrtle Beach.
“We are honored to be recognized by Travel Weekly with a Gold Magellan Award,” said Jared Saft, Chief Business Officer at Westgate Resorts. “This award reflects the passion our Team Members bring to creating memorable experiences for our guests and continued commitment to delivering exceptional hospitality and value for travelers.”
The Magellan Awards are judged based on a standard of excellence determined by long experience of Travel Weekly, rather than having entries compete directly against one another. The judging panel may recognize multiple winners or no winners in a category, depending on whether entries meet these enhanced standards.
Since its founding in 1982, Westgate Resorts has focused on creating memorable vacations and delivering exceptional service. Today, the company’s portfolio includes nearly 60 resort properties supported by approximately 9,000 Team Members. In August 2026, Westgate announced the expansion of its presence with the opening of Westgate Bimini Bay, broadening its signature service and experience beyond North America for the first time.
For the complete list of 2026 Travel Weekly Magellan Award winners, visit www.travelweeklyawards.com.
ABOUT WESTGATE RESORTS
Westgate Resorts is a diversified hospitality company headquartered in Orlando, Fla., featuring the largest privately held timeshare resort club in the world and a portfolio of nearly 60 resort properties. The company offers spacious villa accommodations, world-class amenities, and family-friendly destinations in sought-after locations such as Orlando, Las Vegas, Gatlinburg, Park City, and Myrtle Beach. In 2025, the company expanded its footprint with the addition of VI Resorts by Westgate, enhancing its presence in the Pacific Northwest, Hawaii, Canada, and Mexico. Since its founding in 1982, Westgate has focused on creating memorable vacations and delivering exceptional service, while maintaining a commitment to innovation, hospitality, and community engagement. Whether guests are seeking relaxation, adventure, or a combination of both, the company’s 9,000 Team Members provide personalized and value-driven getaways tailored to every traveler’s needs.
