Villa Air launches direct seaplane connection to Villa Park
Villa Resorts has launched a new Villa Air seaplane service to Villa Park Maldives, offering an arrival experience that begins in the air with views across the Maldivian archipelago. Operated by the sister brand Villa Air, the seaplanes serving Villa Park are fitted with some of the widest panoramic windows used in the Maldives. This […]
Kuda Villingili celebrates dual Condé Nast Traveller honours in 2025
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives has been ranked fifth in the Top Overseas Leisure Resort (Global Category) at the Condé Nast Traveller Middle East Readers’ Choice Awards 2025. The accolade, decided by readers across the region, is one of the most recognised distinctions in the luxury travel sector. The resort also earned a place among the […]
Soneva Namoona, Baa atoll councils partner to roll out island-level composting systems
Soneva Namoona has signed an MoU with the island councils of B. Maalhos, B. Dhonfanu, and B. Kihaadhoo to introduce island-level composting systems using the Takakura Method. This marks a significant step in scaling a proven, local solution for sustainable food waste management across the Maldives. The Takakura Method is a form of household composting […]
OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI’s ELE|NA welcomes Dr Amit Kumar for festive wellness residency
This festive season, ELE|NA at OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI invites guests to embrace a period of reflection, renewal and mindful letting go with the arrival of Dr Amit Kumar (Eknath), a globally respected holistic wellness practitioner and master of yoga, meditation and sound healing. Set on one of the Maldives’ most serene private islands, the residency […]
Maldives opens bids for new resort developments in northern atolls
The Ministry of Tourism and Environment on Thursday invited bids for the development and operation of tourist resorts in the northern atolls, as well as islands and lagoons in Laamu Atoll. The ministry said the tender process covers locations in Haa Alif, Haa Dhaalu, Shaviyani and Laamu atolls. The plots announced for resort development include: […]
SO/ Maldives marks UAE National Day with special 4-day menu by Chef Kareem Atef
SO/ Maldives, the bold luxury island fashion-resort known for its avant-garde spirit and playful sophistication, turns the spotlight onto the art of flavour with an electrifying culinary collaboration. The resort welcomes award-winning chef, TV personality, and fusion-flavour trailblazer Chef Kareem Atef for a four-day gastronomic celebration titled “Savour the Unexpected: Fusion, Fire & Flair.” A […]
Four Seasons Resorts Maldives marks UAE National Day with curated escapes for travellers
With UAE National Day holidays swiftly approaching, two distinctive island resorts by Four Seasons Resorts Maldives will be offering exclusive benefits for the UAE residents. Guests can enjoy exclusive offers including 20% off Bed & Breakfast rates, daily breakfast for two, and a complimentary fifth night with the Blue Skies Ahead package. Surf enthusiasts can […]
InterContinental Maldives offers exclusive island experience for UAE National Day
Soaked in sunshine year-round and packed full of adventure, InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort is the go-to destination for families, couples, solo travellers, and groups of friends celebrating life’s special moments. Ensuring you can schedule in some quality time with loved ones before the end of the year, this stunning island resort presents an exclusive offer […]
Centara Maldives announces special stays in honour of UAE National Day
As one of the most significant dates in the GCC calendar, UAE National Day is the perfect excuse to go all out and book your dream getaway to one of Centara Hotels & Resorts’ Maldivian destinations. Discover your own slice of island paradise with a choice of four distinctive properties, including Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives, […]
Meyyafushi Maldives unveils world’s first fixed overwater padel tennis court
Meyyafushi Maldives, a new five-star premium all-inclusive boutique resort, has introduced what it describes as a world-first in resort recreation: a fixed overwater padel tennis court. Positioned above clear lagoons and framed by sweeping sunset views, the court offers guests an opportunity to play and unwind in a distinctive setting surrounded by panoramic ocean vistas. […]
Four Seasons Maldives opens recruitment for 2027 Hospitality Apprenticeship class
The Four Seasons Maldives Hospitality Apprenticeship Programme, established in 2001, continues to stand as the country’s longest running and most successful hospitality apprenticeship initiative. By 2026, the programme will have supported more than one thousand graduates, many of whom now serve in supervisory and managerial positions across leading resorts in the Maldives and overseas. It […]
Sun Siyam Olhuveli marks International Men’s Day with wellness-focused team activities
Sun Siyam Olhuveli marked International Men’s Day on 19 November 2025 with a programme of wellness-oriented activities led by the resort’s leadership team, creating a platform that highlighted health, team spirit, and recognition for the resort’s male employees. The initiative reflected the resort’s ongoing commitment to fostering a supportive, wellbeing-centred workplace. Department leaders jointly organised […]
