Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort to host football camp with Michael Owen in October
Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort is gearing up for an unforgettable sporting experience as it welcomes football legend Michael Owen for an exclusive kids’ football camp. Taking place from 20th to 23rd October 2025, young guests will have the chance to train with the former England striker who has played for Liverpool, Real Madrid, Newcastle United, […]
Blackstone set to reacquire Trans Maldivian Airways
Blackstone, the world’s largest private equity firm, is in the final stages of reacquiring Trans Maldivian Airways (TMA), nearly eight years after selling it to a consortium led by Bain Capital and Chinese conglomerate Tempus Group. According to sources familiar with the matter, the deal is expected to be at a price close to what […]
Hulhule Island Hotel launches online portal for Iftar, Tharawees bookings
In a move towards digital innovation and enhanced guest convenience, Hulhule Island Hotel has launched a first-of-its-kind dedicated online portal for Iftar and Tharawees bookings. This exclusive platform was officially inaugurated in a special event held at Faru Coffee House on March 6, 2024. Designed to offer a seamless and hassle-free booking experience, the portal […]
Sun Siyam Resorts promotes Ahmed Naufal to Group Director of Business Development
Sun Siyam Resorts has announced the promotion of Ahmed Naufal to Group Director of Business Development, effective immediately. Naufal steps into this expanded position after his outstanding performance as the Group Director of Sales & Marketing. In his expanded role, Naufal will leverage his extensive experience to lead key initiatives that foster long-term growth and […]
Visit Maldives hosts seminar at ITB Berlin to unveil new tourism initiatives
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives) has hosted a seminar titled “The Next Chapter of Maldives Tourism – Berlin Edition” at ITB Berlin 2025. Held on March 4th, 2025, at Hybrid Studio 5.3, the seminar focussed on discussing initiatives and investments in the Maldivian tourism industry. Emceed by the Chief Operating Officer (COO) […]
OUTRIGGER Maldives offers new overwater dining domes
OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort is taking luxury dining to new heights with the introduction of five overwater dining domes at its signature dining experience Moodhu Grill. Designed to create an intimate and memorable dining experience, these private pods offer guests a chance to indulge in spectacular food whilst sitting above the coral reef, with breathtaking […]
ELE|NA to host menopause retreat to mark International Women’s Day
In celebration of International Women’s Day, ELE|NA presents The Art of Graceful Change, a wellness retreat designed to empower women to embrace menopause with confidence and vitality. This transformative retreat will be held from June 5th–9th, 2025, at the serene OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi in the Maldives. The retreat offers a holistic and highly personalised approach […]
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort announces Eid celebrations
Intercontinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort is introducing an exclusive programme of events to celebrate the Eid holidays with ocean experiences, creative workshops, spa treatments, sound healing, captivating performances and enchanting beachside dining. Welcoming all to join in traditional maldivian island festivities, against the stunning backdrop of the Indian Ocean. The resort is partnering with professional artist […]
Sheraton Maldives rescues 5 tons of endangered corals
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa, in partnership with Reefscapers, a leading marine conservation organisation, has successfully rescued five tons of endangered corals to a thriving new habitat at the resort. This ambitious effort, which began on February 19, 2025, carefully transported 800 coral colonies from Ras Malé—also known as the Maldives Eco City—to […]
TUI BLUE Olhuveli Romance triumphs at TUI Global Hotel Awards 2025
TUI BLUE Olhuveli Romance has announced its latest achievement at the significant TUI Global Hotel Awards 2025, held in Berlin, Germany on March 3, 2025, ahead of ITB Berlin 2025. The resort has once again secured the Best Hotel – Long Haul category award, reinforcing its position as a premier luxury destination. In addition, TUI […]
DERTOUR team hosts culinary extravaganza at OBLU Nature Helengeli by SENTIDO
From a strategic partnership for renovation in 2023 that introduced a vibrant make-over with new water villas, to ongoing collaborations ensuring continual improvement of the guest experience, DERTOUR’s specialist team at SENTIDO continue to play an instrumental role in driving the success of OBLU Nature Helengeli by SENTIDO. To kick off the year in style […]
Maldives records 1.5% decline in tourist arrivals in February
The number of tourists visiting the Maldives in February this year decreased compared to the same period last year, according to figures released by Maldives Immigration. A total of 214,091 tourists arrived in the country last month, compared to 217,391 in February last year, marking a 1.5% decline, or 3,300 fewer arrivals. According to immigration […]
