French bee to launch seasonal flights to Maldives in December
French airline French bee will begin flights to the Maldives later this year as part of its winter schedule expansion. The carrier announced that it will operate services to both the Maldives and Sri Lanka, with flights scheduled to commence on 19 December. Ticket sales have already opened. According to the airline, the seasonal operation […]
Radisson Blu Maldives GM Joseph Della Gatta named SEAP General Manager of the Year
Radisson Blu Resort Maldives has announced that General Manager, Joseph Della Gatta has been named General Manager of the Year – Southeast Asia Pacific (SEAP) 2025 by Radisson Hotel Group. The award was presented at the group’s annual General Managers’ Conference in Thailand and recognises leaders who have made an outstanding contribution to their hotels, […]
Mark Eletr bids farewell to Kandooma Maldives after a transformational leadership journey
After four and a half years at the helm of Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives, General Manager Mark Eletr will depart the resort on 30 June, leaving behind a legacy of innovation, sustainability, people development and commercial success. Arriving in the Maldives from Vietnam in late 2021, the Australian hotelier quickly established a reputation for […]
10 reasons Siyam World is turning up the fun this summer
Think summer in the Maldives is all about sipping cocktails and doing absolutely nothing? You could. But at Siyam World Maldives, you could also swim with sharks, race electric go-karts, become a certified mermaid, train with football legends and explore one of the Maldives’ newest shipwrecks, all before deciding what is for dinner. Because normal […]
Maldives marks arrival of first Chinese cruise ship
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) together with the Maldives Association of Yacht Agents (MAYA) welcomed the Chinese cruise ship Viking Yidun, as it makes its first visit to Maldives, with a special reception held at Jetty 1, Male’ on Tuesday. This marks the first arrival of a Chinese cruise vessel to the Maldives. The arrival represents […]
Meyyafushi Maldives to host Michelin-starred Chef Nicolas Isnard
Meyyafushi has announced an exclusive culinary residency with acclaimed French chef Nicolas Isnard from 20 to 26 July 2026, bringing Michelin-starred expertise and contemporary French gastronomy to the heart of the Indian Ocean. Renowned for his innovative approach to French cuisine and his passion for celebrating exceptional ingredients, Chef Nicolas Isnard has built an international […]
Sirru Fen Fushi named Maldives’ best resort for pools in Travel + Leisure Awards
Sirru Fen Fushi–Private Lagoon Resort, a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, is celebrating a series of prestigious accolades that reaffirm its position as one of the Maldives’ leading luxury destinations and reflect its dedication to creating meaningful guest experiences. At the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026, Sirru Fen Fushi […]
Kandolhu Maldives unveils festive programme featuring two-Michelin-starred chef
Kandolhu Maldives’ festive season programme is an invitation to experience the warmth of the holidays shaped by the rhythms of Maldivian island life. Celebrations unfold through culinary events, intimate gatherings, and moments of quiet connection from late December through the New Year. The season begins on 20 December with a festive workshop where guests will […]
Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts Maldives launches summer offer with savings of up to 65%
Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts Maldives has introduced a summer offer aimed at travellers seeking longer stays across its four island resorts. Guests booking stays of seven nights or more will receive complimentary return transfers for two people, while shorter stays will include complimentary one-way transfers. At participating resorts, up to two children under the age […]
Three COLOURS OF OBLU resorts recognised in Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards 2026
COLOURS OF OBLU is celebrating a remarkable year of recognition. Guest love has placed OBLU SELECT Lobigili among the top 1% of hotels worldwide, earning the adults-only resort Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best 2026 honour. Joining the celebration, OBLU SELECT Sangeli and OBLU NATURE Helengeli by SENTIDO have both been recognised with […]
Angsana Velavaru refreshes signature villas with new island-inspired design
Angsana Velavaru has refreshed three of its most beloved villa categories: the Beach Infinity Pool Villa, the Velavaru Two-Bedroom Pool Villa, and the Angsana Three-Bedroom Pool Villa. Updated furnishings, reimagined living spaces, and a bolder embrace of the island’s vibrant spirit invite you to experience the resort in a distinctly new light. Beach Infinity Pool […]
Emirates conducts Maldives’ first airport travel rehearsal for children with autism
Emirates, the world’s first Autism-Certified Airline, has conducted its first-ever “Travel Rehearsal” programme in the Maldives, at Velana International Airport (MLE). The Travel Rehearsal programme allows people with accessible travel requirements to experience a guided simulation of the complete air travel journey, familiarising them with airport procedures and onboard environments ahead of time – helping […]
