New Maldives pricing index tracks resort transfers, mealplans and deals
LuxAtolls, an Australia-based Maldives specialist booking and advisory site, has launched the LuxAtolls Maldives Pricing Index, an open-access dataset tracking transfer costs, mealplan premiums, deal activity and brand-portfolio trends across 129 resorts in the Maldives. The Index, published at luxatolls.com, draws on LuxAtolls’ first-party rate cards, partner pricing feeds and inbound enquiry data collected over […]
Madifushi Private Island celebrates Eid with showcase of Maldivian heritage
Madifushi Private Island, one of the Maldives’ most cherished luxury island retreats, welcomed Eid Al Adha with a heartfelt and immersive day of cultural celebrations. Under the theme Eid By The Sea: Timeless Maldivian Heritage, the resort crafted a thoughtfully curated programme honouring the sacred traditions of Eid whilst inviting guests into the warmth and […]
Dhiraagu and Vahmaafushi launch giveaway for Maldives’ first zipline adventure
Dhiraagu, together with their Elite Club Partner Vahmaafushi, are giving three lucky winners the chance to experience the thrill of Maldives first zipline adventure completely free. Each winner will receive a complimentary zipline experience for two, offering the perfect opportunity to share an unforgettable adventure with a friend or loved one. Winners will be selected […]
Visit Maldives endorses TechEng 2026
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has officially endorsed TechEng 2026, reaffirming its support for initiatives that strengthen the technology and engineering backbone of the country’s tourism industry. Scheduled to take place from 6–8 October 2026 at Central Park, Hulhumalé, TechEng 2026 is the Maldives’ dedicated B2B exhibition focused on technology and engineering solutions for the hospitality […]
Maldives’ tourist arrivals rise 2.6% after 3-month decline linked to Middle East conflict
Tourist arrivals to the Maldives have returned to growth after three months of decline linked to disruptions caused by the conflict in the Middle East. Statistics released by the Ministry of Tourism show that 122,548 tourists arrived in the Maldives up to last Wednesday this month, representing a 2.6 per cent increase compared with the […]
Sirru Fen Fushi unveils Ocean Harmony summer programme for 2026
Sirru Fen Fushi–Private Lagoon Resort invites guests to experience “Ocean Harmony”, its Summer 2026 programme celebrating nature, wellbeing, and togetherness through a curated collection of immersive island experiences. Defined by understated luxury and a deep respect for the natural environment, this summer season encourages guests to slow down, reconnect, and embrace the rhythm of island […]
Vikas Kumar appointed Cluster General Manager of Taj Exotica and Taj Coral Reef Maldives
Vikas Kumar has been appointed Cluster General Manager of Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives and Taj Coral Reef Resort & Spa, Maldives, marking his new assignment with The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) in the Maldives. Kumar announced the appointment through a LinkedIn post, stating that he was “grateful” to share his next assignment […]
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru launches Southern Thailand culinary collaboration at Saffron
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru invites guests to discover an elevated dining journey at Saffron through an exclusive collaboration with Visiting Guest Chef Tipa, Head of Saffron at Banyan Group, who brings over a decade of culinary experience across Thailand and overseas. Available from 17 June to 17 July 2026, A Southern Thailand Gastronomic Experience introduces a […]
NH Collection Maldives Reethi Resort launches immersive culinary concept Caravela
NH Collection Maldives Reethi Resort, a newly-opened sanctuary in the UNESCO-protected Baa Atoll, has introduced Caravela, an immersive culinary journey inspired by the great maritime expeditions that shaped global gastronomy. Blending Spanish culinary heritage with Maldivian provenance, Caravela offers a multi-sensory journey where each course unfolds as a chapter in the story of exploration, trade […]
Dhiraagu Eid Bondibaiy celebrations draw strong public participation
‘Dhiraagu Eid Bondibaiy’ was met with joy and strong support from the public, with a large number of people taking part in the celebrations after Eid prayers in both Malé and Hulhumalé on Wednesday. This year, Eid Bondibaiy packs were distributed in Hulhumalé with Housing Development Corporation (HDC) as the Hosting Partner, and in Malé […]
Visit Maldives strengthens China market presence at ITB China 2026
Visit Maldives is participating in ITB China 2026, one of the leading B2B travel trade exhibitions focused on the Chinese outbound market, taking place from 26–28 May 2026 at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center in Shanghai. The participation aims to strengthen the Maldives’ visibility within the Chinese travel trade sector and reinforce […]
