Festive season 2026: Marriott International unveils celebrations across Maldives luxury portfolio
The festive season often brings some of the simplest moments into focus: long lunches that extend into the afternoon, children discovering somewhere new, and conversations without the pressure of being elsewhere. In the Maldives, that time together unfolds naturally between ocean and shore, with each island establishing its own rhythm for multigenerational families, couples and […]
Eagle Hills’ $20bn waterfront project in Maldives targets one million annual visitors, $2bn tourism revenue
The Government of Maldives and Abu Dhabi-based real estate developer Eagle Hills have signed a commercial terms agreement for the development of Maldives Waterfront and Marina, a proposed integrated island destination in the Ras Malé area with an overall development scale of around USD 20 billion. The agreement establishes the shared vision and principal commercial […]
JOALI Maldives retains One MICHELIN Key for distinctive island experience
JOALI Maldives, the Maldives’ first art-immersive resort, has retained One MICHELIN Key, reaffirming its place among the MICHELIN Guide’s recognised hotel experiences and celebrating an island shaped by creativity, meaningful connection and discovery. At the heart of JOALI Maldives is the Joy of Creative Living – a philosophy that extends far beyond its art collection. […]
Huvafen Fushi partners with Heveya to introduce sleep wellness experience
Huvafen Fushi, the Maldives resort renowned for its spirit of innovation and unconventional approach to luxury, has partnered with premium sleep wellness brand Heveya to introduce a new level of restorative wellbeing for guests staying in its most sought-after accommodation. From September 2026, guests staying in Huvafen’s Beach House and Two-bedroom Ocean Pavilions will enjoy […]
Pullman Maldives Maamutaa plans ocean-inspired festive celebrations for 2026/27
This festive season, Pullman Maldives Maamutaa invites guests to leave tradition ashore and dive into a world where imagination knows no limits. From 22nd December 2026 to 06th January 2027, the island transforms into a MALDIVIAN OCEAN FANTASY — an immersive celebration where tropical paradise meets festive magic through extraordinary dining, captivating entertainment, wellness experiences, […]
Mercure Maldives Kooddoo celebrates island culture with ‘Voyage of the Dhoni’ festive programme
What if Christmas came with a little more island breeze, a little more barefoot wandering and a lot more stories to tell? This festive season, Mercure Maldives Kooddoo invites guests to climb aboard “Voyage of the Dhoni – A Maldivian Island Celebration” a spirited journey from 21st December 2026 to 07th January 2027, where festive […]
BBM donates ‘Studio of Culinary Excellence’ to Maldives national university
The best way to secure the future is to create it. Creating that future through specific, purposeful initiatives is what drives people of purpose—and, in turn, moves us all closer to the future we desire. The Maldives is a compelling case study of a tourism-driven economy. Look around and ask why an event is being […]
Pullman Maldives Maamutaa hosts wellness expert Vanessa Goodman for Vibrance Week
Pullman Maldives Maamutaa has announced wellness expert Vanessa Goodman as its resident practitioner for Vibrance Week, a six-day wellness programme taking place from 21 to 26 September 2026. Held under the theme “Relax, Restore, Revive”, the programme will introduce guests to a series of experiences centred on movement, recovery, mindfulness and personal wellbeing. According to […]
Finolhu named Best Design Resort in Maldives at Global Destination Awards
Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort, has been named Best Design Resort in the Maldives at the Global Destination Awards by World Fashion Channel, celebrating the resort’s distinctive approach to design, creativity and contemporary island living. The award was announced at the Global Destination Awards ceremony in Moscow, an international luxury travel event bringing together leading […]
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives celebrates Golden Week with island dining and cultural experiences
This Chinese National Day holiday, Alila Kothaifaru Maldives invites all guests to embrace the natural rhythm of island life in the serene surroundings of Raa Atoll. From 1 to 7 October 2026, the resort will celebrate the season with a thoughtfully curated programme of dining and cultural experiences, complemented by its Half Board Special and […]
InterContinental Maldives celebrates travel partners during Global Customer Appreciation Week
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort marked Global Customer Appreciation Week with an intimate evening in Malé, bringing together valued travel partners from leading travel agencies and destination management companies across the capital. Held at Meeruma on 16 September, the gathering offered an opportunity to step away from the pace of everyday business and celebrate the relationships […]
Atoll Solar signs as Silver Sponsor of Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2026
Hotelier Maldives has announced Atoll Solar as a Silver Sponsor of the Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) Forum 2026, strengthening the participation of companies working on energy and infrastructure solutions for the country’s resort sector. The 10th edition of the GM Forum will take place on 5 October at CROSSROADS Maldives under the theme “Resilience […]
