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 […]
Exclusive representation for Maldivian entities at tourism fairs
Maldivian tour operators and travel agents will now have exclusive representation rights for promoting Maldives’ tourism at international fairs. The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) announced this shift in policy to prioritise local participation and enhance the promotion of the Maldivian tourism industry. MMPRC Managing Director Fathimath Thaufeeg shared the update through an […]
Maldives’ main airport sets new air traffic movement record
Velana International Airport (VIA) achieved a new milestone in air traffic movement, with a record-breaking 925 movements recorded on Saturday, as reported by the Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL). This surpasses the previous highest daily air traffic movement of 861, marking a seven percent increase. On this noteworthy day, VIA saw a total of 104 […]
Sun Siyam Iru Veli honors Maldivian heritage through exquisite coconut oil crafting
Sun Siyam Iru Veli embarked on a captivating journey into the heart of Maldivian heritage, honoring tradition and culture through a mesmerizing coconut oil making event. Guests found themselves immersed in an enchanting experience, personally partaking in the age-old art of coconut oil extraction—a beautiful exploration that unveiled the rich cultural tapestry of the Maldives. […]
Dusit Thani Maldives introduces unforgettable springtime celebrations
From From 29 March to 15 May 2024, guests at Dusit Thani Maldives Resort will have the opportunity to experience a range of unique activities and offerings inspired by the vibrant energy of spring. Nestled amidst the shimmering turquoise waters of the Maldives, this exclusive resort offers the perfect setting to welcome the season in […]
Eternal bliss awaits: Kuramathi’s enchanting honeymoon escape
Embark on a journey of love with Kuramathi Maldives’ recently unveiled enchanting honeymoon package, exclusively available for website bookings. The package offers a range of exquisite benefits and inclusions designed to make the honeymoon experience truly special. To start the day on a delightful note, the package offers a sumptuous floating breakfast of delicious delicacies. […]
Maldivian seeks Boeing 787-8 lease for long-haul flights
Maldivian, the flag carrier, has put out a call for proposals to lease a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft, aiming to bolster its fleet for nonstop flights. Island Aviation Services (IAS) issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) seeking a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner for a six-year lease. The anticipated delivery of the aircraft is targeted for the […]
Holistic visionary Vandana brings energy healing experience to JA Manafaru
To continue with JA Manafaru’s 2024 visiting VIP practitioner program, the island team has announced that from the 31st January to the 13th February guests can experience the wisdom and positive energy of internationally-acclaimed healer Vandana Mendonca. Vandana, an esteemed intuitive energy and holistic specialist, coach, and meditation facilitator, will be on island to weave […]