NH Collection Maldives Havodda appoints Marlon Abeyakoon as General Manager
Minor Hotels, a leading global hotel owner and operator, has announced the appointment of Marlon Abeyakoon as the General Manager of NH Collection Maldives Havodda, effective from 25 January 2024. The luxury all-villa resort marks the debut of the NH Collection brand in a non-urban destination, introducing its renowned European flair to the Maldives. A […]
Sun Siyam Iru Veli introduces 2 dining delights
Expanding its collection of remarkable island memories, Sun Siyam Iru Veli has presented two exceptional signature guest experiences: the Floating Delights and the Private Lagoon Breakfast, promising moments of unparalleled indulgence and exclusivity. Just when you thought the insta-worthy moments couldn’t get any better at Sun Siyam Iru Veli, the Floating Delight Experience emerges as […]
Villa Resorts launches global campaign with Virgin Atlantic
Villa Resorts has announced a new global marketing campaign in partnership with Virgin Atlantic. The campaign will be showcased in major airports worldwide, targeting high-end travelers seeking a luxurious escape in the Maldives. Starting this February, travelers flying Virgin Atlantic’s Upper Class and First Class can experience the Villa Resorts campaign across the airline’s premium […]
Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat in South Ari Atoll up for sale by BOC
The Bank of Ceylon (BOC) announced the sale of the luxurious Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat, a five-star resort located in the South Ari Atoll. According to the bank, a Civil Court judgement granted them the right to sell the leasehold rights of the property to recover outstanding debts. The resort boasts 30 rooms and boasts […]
The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort lights up sustainability efforts with Earth Hour
The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, nestled in the breathtaking Baa Atoll, the first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve site in the Maldives, participated in Earth Hour, a global initiative led by the Worldwide Wildlife Fund for Nature (WWF) to combat climate change. On the 23rd of March, from 8:30 to 9:30 PM, The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo […]
Celebrate Eid in paradise: Hilton Maldives Amingiri offers family fun and cultural delights
Embracing the joy of Eid, Hilton Maldives Amingiri Resort & Spa welcomes families with an abundance of flavor, discoveries to share, and Eid celebrations infused with spirited Maldivian customs, set in a paradise of sandy shores and crystal blue waters. An Accessible Escape The resort is easily accessible via a 20-minute premium speedboat from […]
Manta Air targets wider audience with Bengaluru roadshow
Manta Air recently held a roadshow in Bengaluru, India, in partnership with InterGlobe Air Transport, their General Sales Agent (GSA) in the country. The event, held on March 18, 2024, aimed to introduce travel agents to Manta Air’s offerings and the benefits of flying directly to Dhaalu Airport in the Maldives. Over 60 travel agents […]
Maldives strengthens presence in Malaysian, South East Asian market at MATTA
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives) has announced Maldives’ participation in Malaysia’s premier travel extravaganza, Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) from the 22nd to 24th March 2024 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. MMPRC along with representatives from 13 companies from the Maldives tourism industry will be showcasing the Maldives as […]
Embrace harmony at JOALI BEING this Easter with globally celebrated experts
JOALI BEING, the first wellbeing island of its kind in the Maldives, has unveiled its theme of ‘Embracing Easter’s Harmony’, inviting guests to embark on a profound journey of self-discovery of renewal, hope and harmony, exuding a feeling of freedom and lightness – true ‘joy of weightlessness’. From 28th March to 7th April 2024, a […]
Malaysia Airlines to begin daily flights to Maldives from Aug
Malaysia Airlines on Friday announced three new routes including to Maldives, as part of its business expansion plan by tapping into the leisure market. The airline will provide enhanced connectivity from its main hub in Kuala Lumpur, with new direct flights to the locations, with tickets available for sale beginning Friday. Malaysia Airlines will begin […]
Maldives attracts over 500,000 tourists in 2024
Over 500,000 tourists arrived in Maldives as of Wednesday, making it 25% of this year’s tourism target. According to figures released by the Tourism Ministry, 524,339 tourists have arrived in Maldives so far this year. Tourism Minister Ibrahim Faisal said on social media that 25% of the tourism target has been achieved. “This is the […]
Centara Ras Fushi wins award as Maldives’ Best Adult-Only Resort
Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives has received TravelScapes’ Best Adult-Only Resort in the Maldives and Leading Hospitality Group of Thai Origin (Centara Hotels & Resorts) awards at the Versatile Excellence Travel Awards (VETA) recently held in New Delhi. Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives’ General Manager Franceso Pompilio (right, from the photo) […]
