Sun Siyam Iru Veli named Best Wedding Destination at TTM Awards 2026
Fresh from being named Best Honeymoon Destination in 2025, Sun Siyam Iru Veli was recognised as Best Wedding Destination at the Travel Trade Maldives Awards & Gala 2026, held at Crossroads Maldives on 27 August. The award further reinforces the resort’s commitment to celebrating romance in all its forms. Surrounded by turquoise lagoons and white-sand […]
COMO Maalifushi welcomes Maldivian surfer Rishtha Shuja for ‘The Wave is Hers’
On September 15th 2026, COMO Maalifushi will welcome Maldivian surfer Rishtha Shuja for COMO Conversation: The Wave is Hers, an intimate conversation about her surfing journey, her connection to the sport, and the growing surf culture in the Maldives. Held in collaboration with Tropicsurf, the conversation will take place at Thila bar beach and is […]
Culinary excellence meets innovation: Maldivian Patissier hosts exclusive five-course Japanese dining experience
Food enthusiasts in the capital are in for an exceptional gastronomic affair as Maldivian Patissier hosts Sushi Night, an exclusive five-course Japanese dining experience running from August 30 through September 2, 2026. The event brings together two remarkable Maldivian culinary talents: Chef Ahmed Mohamed, Japanese Sous Chef at Cora Cora Maldives, and Chef Aminath Hameed, […]
Ayada Maldives unveils ‘Sea, Fire, Light and Magic’ festive programme
Ayada Maldives has unveiled its festive programme for the 2026–2027 holiday season, with celebrations scheduled from 18 December 2026 to 7 January 2027. This year’s programme is built around four themes — Sea, Fire, Light and Magic — with each element reflected through dining experiences, entertainment, cultural activities and family-focused events across the resort. The […]
Six surfers set for Four Seasons Maldives Surfing Champions Trophy 2026
From September 4 to 11, 2026, Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa will once again become the island base for the Four Seasons Maldives Surfing Champions Trophy, bringing guests within five minutes by boat of the action at Sultans and into a week shaped by world-class surfing, time with the athletes, Tropicsurf coaching and post-session recovery at ŪRJĀ […]
Kandooma Maldives marks third Manta Month with conservation focus
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives is celebrating its third annual Manta Month this September, bringing guests, team members and the local community together for a month of manta encounters, education and marine conservation. The timing could hardly be more relevant. New peer-reviewed research published in PLOS ONE in June 2026 has put a remarkable economic […]
The Halcyon Maldives named Best Water Villa Resort at TTM Awards 2026
The Halcyon Private Isles Maldives, Autograph Collection has been awarded Best Water Villa Resort in the Maldives at the Travel Trade Maldives (TTM) Awards 2026, recognising the spacious design, privacy, and craftsmanship of its overwater villas. The honour was presented at the TTM Awards & Gala 2026, held on 27 August at CROSSROADS Maldives — […]
Visit Maldives promotes destination to Indian travel trade at ITB India 2026
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) is participating in ITB India 2026 from 1 to 3 September 2026 at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, engaging with travel trade representatives from India and South Asia. Visit Maldives is joined by 17 co-exhibitors representing the tourism and aviation sectors at ITB India 2026. The stand provides a […]
Vakkaru Maldives strengthens industry connections with Golden Hour gathering in Malé
Vakkaru Maldives recently welcomed travel partners and members of the local media to Vakkaru Maldives Golden Hour evening held at The Rooftop at Barceló Nasandhura Malé ahead of TTM Maldives. The event offered Vakkaru Maldives management and team an opportunity to reconnect with long-standing partners, in appreciation of the trust and support our partners continue […]
The Standard, Maldives named Best Beach Resort at TTM Awards 2026
The Standard, Maldives, by Hyatt has been awarded Best Beach Resort at the esteemed TTM Awards 2026, recognising the resort’s stunning natural shoreline and exceptional beachfront experiences, while continuing its outstanding guest satisfaction and excellence in hospitality. Presented as part of the TTM Awards & Gala 2026 at CROSSROADS Maldives on 27 August 2026, the […]
JA Manafaru unveils Maldives escapes for Saudi National Day
The breathtaking JA Manafaru beckons travellers from across the Kingdom to enjoy an island escape to the Maldives. With its pristine beaches, turquoise waters, private pools, and personalised experiences, it is the ideal setting to celebrate the occasion. Located in the Haa Alifu Atoll, the picturesque resort offers a collection of beachfront and overwater villas, […]
Royal Island named Best Dive Resort at TTM Awards 2026
Royal Island has been named Best Dive Resort at the TTM Awards 2026, recognising an underwater experience shaped by one of the Maldives’ richest marine environments and a dive operation built around discovery, expertise and a genuine respect for the ocean. Set within the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll, Royal Island sits surrounded by […]
