BML Appoints Karl Stumke as Managing Director
Bank of Maldives announced on January 10, 2023 the appointment of CEO Karl Stumke as the new Managing Director. Stumke assumed the role of CEO on October 23, 2022. Following the Extraordinary General Meeting, the government appointed Karl to the Board of Directors. Karl Stumke has over 36 years of experience leading banks at Executive […]
Amaa’s Kitchen: An Immersive Traditional Maldivian Dining Experience
The traditional flavours of authentic Maldivian cuisine are far from new for travellers to the Maldives. However, the concept of an exclusive Maldivian dinner at a luxury resort, where guests can witness the traditional way of cooking, is a brand-new experience. This is precisely what Amaa’s Kitchen offers! LUX* South Ari Atoll is known for […]
Rocking Festive Season Wraps Up at Amilla Maldives
Celebrating through the holidays of Christmas, New Year’s and Orthodox Christmas, after 17 days of world-class parties and entertainment, the festive season at Amilla Maldives Resorts and Residences comes to a close. The first nine days built up the hype for the live New Year’s Eve performance by British singer Pixie Lott and DJ Scott […]
Maldives to Welcome Chinese Tourists without Discrimination
The Maldivian government has announced that they will not impose extra restrictions on Chinese tourists. As a response to the rapid spread of COVID-19, the United States and some European countries are requiring Chinese tourists to carry vaccine certificates and negative PCR test results. As reported by local news, tourism minister, Dr. Abdulla Mausoom clarifies […]
Vakkaru Maldives to Host One-Night Tuscan Dinner with Michelin Star Chef
Vakkaru Maldives is hosting a one night ultra-exclusive wine dinner on 22 January 2023, in collaboration with the famed Banfi winery, Michelin star Chef Domenico Francone, and Di-vine Cellars Maldives. Set on the stunning Isoletta beach, Chef Domenico celebrates the best of tuscan flavors with a five-course dinner with an accompanying wine selection from the […]
10 Bucket List Experiences for 2023 at Marriott Bonvoy Resorts Maldives
With more than a thousand splendid islands among the 26 coral atolls brimming with marine life, the reasons to visit Maldives are endless. Discover the Maldives for a romantic hideaway, a multi-generational getaway, a best friend’s trip, or a serene solo escape. No matter the type of traveler, stay at one of the four resorts […]
Kandooma Maldives Celebrates a ‘Month of Love’ in February 2023
Kandooma Maldives launches a new 100-Candle Dinner as part of their ‘Month of Love’. The island resort reimagines Valentine’s Day by making the entire month of February about celebrating love with a focus on shared experiences, exquisite dining, and creating memories. “As a one island, one resort experience here in the Maldives, we are the […]
Celebrity Trainer Ramona Braganza Hosts Wellness Retreat at Kandima Maldives
Kandima Maldives is collaborating with the popular celebrity trainer Ramona Braganza in an action-cation. Her life-changing seven-day wellness retreat “Strong Body, Strong Mind, Gentle Spirit” will be held from March 14 to 21, 2023 at Kandima Maldives. Ramona’s 321 training method contains a proven combination of core, cardio, and circuit exercises. She has trained dozens […]
Dining with the Stars: 8th Edition 2023 at Diamonds Resorts
Planhotel Hospitality Group and Jeunes Restaurateurs d’Europe (JRE) Dining with the Stars: 8th Edition 2023 at Diamonds Resorts. From December 2022 to April 2023, the gastronomic experience will feature the culinary talents of different JRE chefs, many of whom have Michelin stars. During the experience, JRE chefs will share their skills, recipes, and passion with […]
Chef Lal Fonseka Launches Maldivian and Sri Lankan Cookbook
Director of Food and Beverage at OBLU NATURE Helengeli, Chef Lal Fonseka has published a ‘Maldivian & Sri Lankan Cookbook’ with inputs from local chefs. Launched in October 2022, the cookbook celebrates the common flavours of Maldives and Sri Lanka. Having been in the Maldives for seventeen years, Chef Lal Fonseka’s cookbook is a work […]
Sonu Shivdasani Awarded OBE in New Year Honours List 2023
Sonu Shivdasani has been honoured as an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for services to tourism, sustainability and charity in the New Year Honours 2023 Overseas and International List. The Founder and CEO of Soneva resorts, and Founder of Six Senses Resorts, Sonu Shivdasani redefined tourism in the Maldives by combining […]
Chinese Airlines Set to Resume Flights to Maldives
After a three-year halt due to the pandemic, Chinese airlines are scheduled to resume flights to the Maldives. According to Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL), Hong Kong Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, and Beijing Capital will resume flights to Maldives in January 2023. Having acquired slots from 1st January till the end of March 2023, Hong […]
