Maldives shifts focus to completing undeveloped resorts over new leases
Tourism Minister Ibrahim Faisal has declared a shift in the government’s approach, focusing on developing existing undeveloped resorts over leasing additional islands for construction. In an interview with local newspaper Mihaaru, Faisal discussed ongoing discussions on challenges with 63 undeveloped islands, and said the government is open to considering proposals from capable companies interested in […]
The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives goes green with solar power
The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives, a luxury resort located on Huruvalhi Island in the Raa Atoll, has announced the installation of solar panels as part of its commitment to sustainability and eco-friendly practices. The resort has been using solar energy as its main source of electricity since November 2023, with plans in place to have the […]
Xiamen Airlines to launch direct flights to Maldives
Xiamen Airlines is set to initiate direct flights to the Maldives, as part of a joint initiative by the governments of Maldives and China to boost Chinese tourist visits to the Indian Ocean destination, announced President Mohamed Muizzu on Saturday. President Muizzu, addressing reporters upon his return from his inaugural state visit to China at […]
Saudi Arabia among Maldives’ top 10 tourist markets for first time
In a notable development, Saudi Arabia has secured a position among the top ten countries with the highest tourist arrivals to the Maldives for the first time, according to statistics from the Tourism Ministry. The data reveals that 1,182 tourists have already visited the Maldives from Saudi Arabia this year. Contrasting with last year’s rankings, […]
Fairmont Maldives invites guests to ring in the Year of the Wood Dragon with extravagant Chinese New Year festivities
Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi, a private island hideaway in the pristine Shaviyani Atoll, invites guests to join the Chinese New Year festivities, happening on 9 and 10 February 2024, with delectable feasts, colorful decorations, long-observed traditions, and distinctive destination experiences that are designed to provide an extraordinary start to the Year of the Wood […]
Maldives expects to see 40% surge in Chinese tourist arrivals in 2024
Maldives expects the number of Chinese visitor arrivals this year to recover to the pre-pandemic level, with an increase of 40% compared with last year, Fathmath Thaufeeq, Managing Director of the Maldives Marketing & Public Relations Corp (MMPRC), the national tourism office of the Maldives, has said. In an exclusive interview with the China’s Global […]
Canareef Resort Maldives records largest Chinese group arrival in a day to Addu
In response to the Ministry of Tourism and MMPRC’s strategic focus on the Chinese market, Canareef Resort Maldives has taken a significant lead in this initiative, marking only the beginning of a promising trend. Welcoming a record-breaking 151 pax group, Canareef chartered two planes and secured additional seats on scheduled flights for seamless transfer from […]
Embrace indulge in romance and luxury: Kandolhu’s exclusive honeymoon offer
Embark on a journey where love and luxury intertwine as Kandolhu recently unveiled an enchanting honeymoon package, exclusively available for website bookings. Nestled in a paradise of pristine beaches and azure waters, Kandolhu presents a bespoke package designed to celebrate your union in the most enchanting way possible. Escape to Your Private Haven: Your romantic […]
Lily Beach Resort & Spa unveils exclusive wine tasting extravaganza with Julia Wolf of Balthasar Ress Winery to kickstart 30th anniversary celebrations
Kickstarting the year with a bang, Lily Beach Resort & Spa is set to elevate its culinary offerings with an exclusive wine tasting event featuring Julia Wolf, MBA in Management in Wine Business and Export Manager for Balthasar Ress Winery, the largest organic wine estate in Hessen, since 2019. On Sunday 21st January, Julia will […]
Ooredoo Maldives and Mastercard join forces to elevate travel experiences with exclusive connectivity services and benefits
Ooredoo Maldives today announced a strategic partnership with Mastercard – a global technology company in the payments industry with the aim to enable easy access to connectivity services for travellers using Mastercard. This collaboration is set to upgrade the customer experience for Mastercard cardholders traveling to the Maldives with exclusive offers and benefits offering value […]
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives debuts its Chef’s Table series with Michelin-starred Chef Zizi Hattab
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives has announced an exceptional vegan culinary adventure with visiting chef Zineb “Zizi” Hattab. From January 22 to 28, 2024, Chef Zizi will take over as guest chef for the Chef’s Table at Seasalt restaurant and The Shack private sandbank, with the support of Edelweiss Air, which provides a regular direct flight from […]
Banyan Group unveils new corporate identity and announces new openings for 2024
Celebrating three decades of creating exceptional experiences across hotels, spas, residences, food and retail, Banyan Tree Group is evolving its corporate umbrella brand from “Banyan Tree Group” to “Banyan Group”. This brand shift reflects the Group’s evolution into a dynamic, multi-brand hospitality powerhouse. Since 2019, the Group has doubled its brand portfolio, bringing its pioneering […]
