Special awards were given away by Virtual Info Systems. Performer of the Year went to Hari Krishnan, Director of Rooms, Mercure Maldives Kooddoo and General Secretary, Maldives Housekeepers Forum. Most Popular Hospitality Trainer was given to Avril Sule, Hospitality Expert and Project Consultant of IHS2018. The Best Supporting General Manager went to Anmol Ahluwalia, General Manager, Taj Wellington Mews Luxury Residences for his continued support and bringing in a delegation from the Taj Group.