Visit Maldives announces ‘Across Maldives 2026’ underwater diving record attempt
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has announced “Across Maldives 2026,” an ambitious underwater record attempt by Maldivian diver Shafraz Naeem. Set to begin on January 23, 2026, the expedition marks the inaugural record attempt of the year for the Visit Maldives Book of Records. Across Maldives 2026 will see Shafraz attempt two records as he journeys […]
BML supports MOMS Aid with MVR 100,000 donation for Back to School drive
Bank of Maldives (BML) has donated MVR 100,000 to support MOMS Aid’s “Back to School” campaign. This initiative provides essential supplies for students from financially vulnerable families for the upcoming school year. The donation will help students from the NGO’s care list. Bank of Maldives has supported MOMS Aid’s initiatives over the years, including a […]
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives to host Mastroberardino Wine Dinner in January 2026
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives is hosting an exclusive Mastroberardino Wine Dinner on Wednesday, 28 January 2026, inviting wine enthusiasts and culinary travellers to an evening of fine wine and gastronomy at The Shack, the resort’s secluded sandbank venue. Set against the backdrop of the Indian Ocean, the intimate dinner celebrates Mastroberardino, one of Italy’s longest-established winemaking […]
Dhiraagu opens new partner shop in Hulhumalé
Dhiraagu has opened a new partner shop in Hulhumalé, expanding access to its services for customers in the area. Dhiraagu services are now available at the Maldives Service Shop located in Hulhumalé Phase 1, Huvandhumaa Higun (Commercial Unit A-01-04, 23000). The new partner outlet is intended to provide greater convenience for the area’s growing population, […]
Atmosphere Core appoints David Alan Burley as General Manager of OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi and OBLU SELECT Lobigili
Atmosphere Core has announced the appointment of David Alan Burley as General Manager of OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi and OBLU SELECT Lobigili, two resorts within the COLOURS OF OBLU brand. In his new role, he will lead the management teams at both properties, oversee day-to-day operations and guide their continued development, with a focus on growth […]
Dhiraagu launches Roadha Ready Promotion ahead of Ramadan
Dhiraagu has launched its Roadha Ready promotion, introducing a series of pre-Ramadan offers designed to help customers prepare for the month of Ramadan. The campaign aims to provide rewarding opportunities aligned with the spirit of Ramadan, while adding value and excitement for customers across the Maldives. As part of the promotion, 21 shopping vouchers worth […]
Target Taste China awards Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives Resort of the Year
Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives has been named Resort of the Year 2025 by Target Taste China, one of China’s most influential platforms recognising excellence in hospitality, dining and experiential luxury. The award places Grand Park Kodhipparu among a select group of internationally respected luxury resorts, acknowledged for their commitment to taste, craftsmanship and holistic guest […]
Chef Claudia Canessa to present Peruvian dining experience at Kandolhu Maldives
Kandolhu Maldives has announced its next culinary collaboration with Lima-born chef Claudia Canessa, with a special residency scheduled from 30 April to 4 May 2026. During this period, guests will have the opportunity to experience the flavours of Peru through a series of dining events curated by one of the country’s most recognised contemporary culinary […]
Maldives earns multiple top rankings in Tripadvisor’s Best of the Best 2026
Maldives has once again cemented its status as a premier global destination, securing a prestigious spot in the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best awards for 2026. This elite accolade is reserved for the top 1% of TripAdvisor’s 8 million listings, representing the pinnacle of travel excellence. The rankings are determined by the quality […]
Anant Ambani, Radhika Merchant arrive in Maldives for holiday
Anant Ambani, son of Indian businessman Mukesh Ambani, and his wife Radhika Merchant have arrived in the Maldives for a holiday. Ambani’s Boeing 737 private jet landed in the Maldives on Saturday. Witnesses at the airport said the couple were accompanied by around 50 security personnel. Anant and Radhika are currently staying at Waldorf Astoria […]
Tourist arrivals to Maldives rise 10% in early 2026
A total of 129,000 tourists have arrived in the Maldives so far this year, representing a 10 per cent increase compared to the same period last year, according to the Ministry of Tourism. The ministry said tourist arrivals rose by 10 per cent from the corresponding period in the previous year, when 117,000 tourists visited […]
BML partners with AICB to introduce chartered banking training
Bank of Maldives (BML) and the Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers (AICB) have signed an agreement to support the development of the banking sector in the Maldives. The agreement was signed by BML Chief Executive Officer Mohamed Shareef and AICB Chief Executive Edward Ling. Under the agreement, training opportunities will be introduced in the field […]
