Two Maldivian artisans unite for an unforgettable five-course dining experience
For three evenings in July, Maldivian Patissier transformed fine dining into an immersive journey of flavour, creativity and storytelling, as pastry chef Aminath Hameed, affectionately known as Ainthu, joined forces with renowned mixologist Hamdan Ali of Kalhibih Drinks for an exclusive five-course tasting experience. Held from 5 to 7 July 2026 at Maldivian Patissier in […]
Where play shapes the journey: Krakengiri Kids’ Club’s award-winning approach at Hilton Maldives Amingiri
At a resort, a children’s club is often viewed as one part of a wider guest programme. For families, however, it can influence the rhythm of the entire stay. It determines whether children feel settled, whether parents feel comfortable spending time apart and, in many cases, whether a family chooses to return. At Hilton Maldives […]
Mandatory propeller guards and registration for vessels entering South Ari Marine Protected Area (SAMPA)
The Maldivian government is implementing strict new regulations for vessels operating in the South Ari Marine Protected Area (SAMPA), the largest protected marine area in the Maldives. Effective after the 30th of this month, boats will be prohibited from entering SAMPA without official registration and installed propeller guards. The sweeping regulatory changes follow a comprehensive […]
BBM, American Specialty bring foodservice training and demonstrations to Maldivian kitchens
When Vijay Anand arrived in the Maldives for a three-day market visit, his objective was not only to introduce products, but also to understand how chefs, F&B teams and foodservice operators work across one of the region’s most logistically complex hospitality markets. Anand works with American Specialty, a US-based company with its corporate office in […]
Beyond relaxation: How Maldives resorts are redefining wellness for the modern traveller
As the world observes Global Wellness Day, the global focus on wellbeing has never been stronger. Travellers today are seeking more than beautiful destinations and luxurious accommodation; they are looking for experiences that restore balance, improve health, and create meaningful connections with themselves, nature, and local cultures. Few destinations are as naturally suited for this […]
World Environment Day: How Maldives became a global leader in sustainable tourism – and what comes next
On a nation of low-lying coral islands, sustainability is not a marketing strategy. It is a necessity. As the world marks World Environment Day on June 5, the Maldives stands as one of the tourism industry’s most compelling sustainability success stories. Over the past two decades, the country has transformed itself from a luxury beach […]
Maldivian resort architecture: Mauroof Jameel’s exhibition traces five decades of island design
At the National Art Gallery in Malé, renowned architect, researcher and illustrator Mauroof Jameel is presenting a story that is both familiar and rarely told in full: the architectural evolution of the Maldivian resort. For a country whose modern economy, international image and employment landscape have been shaped by tourism, the resort is more than […]
At JOALI Maldives, Pâtissier Karim Bourgi turns pastry into a lesson in precision
At JOALI Maldives, creativity is not confined to galleries, dining rooms or the architecture of its villas. It appears across the island in different forms: in art installations placed among palms, in design-led spaces that frame the lagoon, in culinary experiences that treat food as a medium of expression, and, during the Eid al-Adha break, […]
The Barefoot Eco Hotel & Villas: A more rooted interpretation of Maldivian hospitality
In a destination often defined by private island seclusion, overwater architecture and high-gloss spectacle, The Barefoot Eco Hotel & Villas in Hanimaadhoo offers a different proposition. It does not attempt to compete through scale, excess or visual drama. Instead, it builds its identity around something quieter and more layered: a closer relationship with island life, […]
Hospitality, heritage and place: How Raffaella Colleoni sees the Heritage Villas as a model for a more rooted Maldives
For many hotels, identity is built through design language, service standards or location. At The Barefoot in Hanimaadhoo, identity has long been tied to something more layered: the attempt to create a tourism experience that remains in conversation with the island around it. The opening of the Heritage Villas adds a new dimension to that […]
Pivotal role of Dhiraagu in powering digital lifelines for hospitality
The Maldives has long captured the imagination of travellers through its turquoise waters, pristine beaches, and world-renowned hospitality. Yet today, beyond the beauty of its islands and resorts, another essential force quietly powers the nation’s tourism industry, digital connectivity. As global travel becomes increasingly digital, seamless connectivity is no longer simply an added convenience for […]
Rebuilding memory: How Christophe Groh’s Heritage Villas reimagine Maldivian architecture for a new era
In a tourism landscape often defined by speed, scale and standardisation, the Heritage Villas at The Barefoot in Hanimaadhoo offer a different proposition. They do not begin with the usual language of luxury development, nor with the promise of novelty for its own sake. Instead, they begin with a question: what happens when architecture looks […]
