Nikon photographers to explore Machchafushi Maldives’ house reef and Kudhi Maa shipwreck
Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection, is set to host an exclusive underwater photography and media experience from 14 to 17 October 2026, in partnership with Youth Global Program in partnership with Nikon Middle East & Nikon India. The programme is supported by Lexar Middle East and Hollyland Middle East. Led by […]
JA Manafaru earns MICHELIN Guide recognition following Forbes Travel Guide honour
JA Manafaru, the private Maldivian island resort located in Haa Alifu Atoll, has earned a place in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide hotel selection, bringing international recognition to the island retreat of Dubai-born JA Resorts & Hotels. On this island in the northern Maldives, hospitality takes its character from the destination: Maldivian flavours served among the […]
JOALI Maldives named best resort in Indian Ocean at Condé Nast Traveller UK Readers’ Choice Awards 2026
JOALI Maldives, the Maldives’ first art-immersive resort, has been named the #1 Resort in the Indian Ocean in the Condé Nast Traveller UK Readers’ Choice Awards 2026, achieving an outstanding score of 99.83. The recognition is joined by further international acclaim from Condé Nast Traveler US, where JOALI Maldives has been ranked No. 15 among […]
The Nautilus Maldives named among Indian Ocean’s top resorts in Condé Nast Traveller Awards
The most memorable stays leave a feeling that endures beyond the journey home. At The Nautilus Maldives, it is the ease of being understood, the warmth of a familiar welcome and the freedom to spend each day entirely as you please. This personal connection has earned the island renewed recognition in the 2026 Condé Nast […]
Maldives dominates Condé Nast Traveller 2026 Indian Ocean resort rankings
The Maldives has secured 20 of the 25 places in Condé Nast Traveller’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards ranking of the best resorts in the Indian Ocean, with JOALI Maldives taking the top position in the region. Published on 6 October, the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards are based on votes from Condé Nast Traveller readers, with […]
BML supports mental health rehabilitation programme in Hulhumalé
Bank of Maldives (BML) has supported the Maldivian Nurses Association (MNA) to deliver the Zaytun mental health rehabilitation programme in Hulhumalé Phase 2 through the BML Bank Fund. The programme focuses on supporting individuals undergoing mental health rehabilitation and their families, developing life and coping skills, promoting social reintegration and increasing community awareness to reduce […]
Dhiraagu, Soneva CSM partner to support coral regeneration in Dharavandhoo
Dhiraagu has partnered with Soneva Conservation & Sustainability Maldives (Soneva CSM) to support the Dhirun Community Coral Regeneration Programme in Dharavandhoo, Baa Atoll. The partnership will support a community-led approach to coral reef restoration that combines Soneva CSM’s technical and scientific expertise with local participation and capacity building. The programme will be implemented in Dharavandhoo […]
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives to celebrate festive season with ‘Season of Light’
This festive season, Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives invites guests to come together beneath the Maldivian sun and stars with Season of Light, a festive journey unfolding from 23 December 2026 to 7 January 2027. Inspired by the warmth of the season and the natural beauty of light in the Maldives, the programme is centred around […]
Milaidhoo Maldives ranked among Indian Ocean’s top resorts in Condé Nast Traveller 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards
Milaidhoo Maldives has been ranked 10th in the Indian Ocean in the Resorts category of the Condé Nast Traveller 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards, with the recognition coinciding with the resort’s 10th anniversary. Opened with the concept of creating an intimate island retreat where guests could slow down, feel at home and experience the Maldives in […]
.Here Baa Atoll ranked No. 6 resort in Indian Ocean by Condé Nast Traveler
.Here Baa Atoll, a private island retreat in the Maldives, has been named the No. 6 Resort in the Indian Ocean in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2026. The annual Readers’ Choice Awards recognise hotels, resorts, destinations, airlines and other travel experiences based on votes submitted by Condé Nast Traveler readers. The recognition […]
Kandima Maldives adds sporting edge to festive season with Lucy Bronze, Ona Batlle
Festive season in the Maldives is getting a sporting upgrade, as Kandima Maldives welcomes some of the most acclaimed names in women’s football to its three-kilometre island this festive season, giving guests the chance to get closer to the game through coaching, matches, challenges and beachside experiences. The active lifestyle resort’s festive season will unfold […]
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives promotes Naziya Hassan to Director of Sales
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives has announced the promotion of Naziya Hassan to Director of Sales, marking the latest step in her career progression at the Raa Atoll resort. Naziya joined Alila Kothaifaru in October 2022 as Senior Sales Manager for Europe and the UK before being promoted to Assistant Director of Sales in June 2024. She […]
