Maldives sets new daily tourism arrival record on Sunday with 10,253
A total of 10,253 tourists visited the Maldives on Sunday, marking the highest number of tourist arrivals recorded in a single day, according to the Ministry of Tourism. The previous highest daily arrival figure was recorded on 10 February 2024, when 10,213 tourists entered the country. The ministry said the record daily figure follows the […]
Nominations for Hotelier Maldives Awards 2026 now open until 9 February
Hotelier Maldives has announced a seven-day extension to the nominations deadline for the Hotelier Maldives Awards 2026, following multiple requests from resorts across the country. Nominations, which were due to close at 11:59pm on 2 February 2026, will now remain open until 11:59pm on 9 February 2026. The extension is intended to provide additional time […]
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru curates Valentine’s celebrations focused on romance and renewal
This February, Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru invites travellers to celebrate love through a series of intimate and thoughtfully curated Valentine’s experiences, set against the natural beauty of the Original Maldives, where romance, inner renewal and mindful presence unfold with ease. From 10 to 14 February 2026, the resort presents a refined Valentine’s programme designed for couples […]
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau unveils 2026 Manta Retreat Programme
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort has announced the dates for its 2026 Manta Retreat, following the programme’s strong reception in recent years. The retreat will take place from 24 to 27 March 2026, coinciding with the Maamunagau manta season, when juvenile manta rays are commonly sighted in the resort’s lagoon just offshore. The resort will once […]
Visit Maldives hosts Q1 2026 Tourism Intelligence Briefing to align industry strategy
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has successfully hosted the Quarterly Insights: Maldives Tourism Intelligence Briefing for Q1 2026, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers and key stakeholders to review tourism performance, exchange market intelligence, and align on strategic priorities for the year ahead. The Quarterly Insights series serves as a platform for providing timely access to real-time […]
Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu marks decade of sea turtle conservation with Olive Ridley Project
Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu, part of the boutique island resort collective Coco Collection, is marking ten years of partnership with the Olive Ridley Project (ORP), celebrating a decade-long commitment to marine conservation in the Maldives. The partnership reached a significant milestone in 2017 with the opening of the Maldives’ first veterinary-led Marine Turtle Rescue Centre […]
Fuvahmulah showcases destination at DRT Expo KL, receives Tiger Shark Dive Award
Fuvahmulah City Council participated in the Malaysia edition of the Diving, Resort & Travel (DRT) Expo held in Kuala Lumpur, promoting Fuvahmulah as a tourism and dive destination to international audiences. The council took part in the expo through Discover Fuvahmulah, the official destination brand of Fuvahmulah City Council, which leads efforts to market the […]
Angsana Velavaru celebrates Lunar New Year with two-day island festivities
Angsana Velavaru invites guests to welcome the Lunar New Year with a vibrant two-day celebration inspired by togetherness, prosperity and new beginnings. Taking place from 16 to 17 February, the programme marks the Year of the Horse with cultural rituals, festive dining, ocean adventures and family-friendly experiences across the island. Set within a private lagoon […]
Dhiraagu marks graduation of 16th Apprenticeship Programme cohort
Dhiraagu has held the graduation ceremony for participants of the Dhiraagu Apprenticeship Programme 2025, marking the successful completion of the programme for the 16th consecutive year. A total of 15 apprentices were awarded certificates at the ceremony, recognising the completion of their training. The Chief Guest at the event was the Minister of Higher Education, […]
Maldives’ tourist arrivals rise 4.6% in January 2026; crosses 224,000
Tourist arrivals to the Maldives increased by 4.6 per cent last month compared with the same period last year, according to official statistics. Data released by the Ministry of Tourism Thursday show that 224,788 tourists arrived in the Maldives last month. Based on the figures, the country recorded an average of more than 7,000 tourist […]
Dhiraagu Gamers Guild launches season 2 with exciting lineup of activities
Dhiraagu Gamers Guild (DGG), the Maldives’ largest gaming platform, officially launched its Season 2 Opening Event at Dhiraagu Head Office on 31 January 2026. The DGG Season 2 Opening unveiled an exciting lineup of tournaments, gaming community initiatives, and activities planned for the year ahead. The event kicked off Season 2 with interactive gaming activities, […]
Amilla Maldives to mark February with Valentine’s Day, Chinese New Year celebrations
February at Amilla Maldives unfolds with a gentle rhythm, bringing together moments of romance, reflection and cultural celebration. Set against the calm of the Indian Ocean, the island welcomes the month with thoughtfully curated experiences for Valentine’s Day and Chinese New Year, inviting guests to connect, celebrate and simply be. Love is celebrated in unhurried […]
