NH Collection Maldives Reethi Resort brings Cuban flair to festive season 2026/27
This festive season, NH Collection Maldives Reethi Resort is turning up the rhythm with Havana Nights, a colourful island celebration inspired by the music, flavours and unmistakable spirit of Cuba. Running from 21 December 2026 to 7 January 2027, the programme brings together festive dining, live entertainment, family experiences, wellness and ocean adventures, all set […]
Cocoon Maldives marks 10th anniversary with Christmas and New Year celebrations
Cocoon Maldives has unveiled its festive programme for 2026/2027, featuring 16 days of celebrations from 22 December 2026 to 6 January 2027. This festive season is particularly special as the resort celebrates its 10th anniversary marking a decade of exceptional hospitality, distinctive design and unforgettable island experiences. Christmas on the Island The season opens on […]
You & Me Maldives announces ‘Krug Beneath the Waves’ for festive season
You & Me Maldives has unveiled its festive programme for 2026/2027. From 22 December 2026 to 6 January 2027, the adults-only romantic retreat will offer sixteen days of vibrant celebrations, exclusive dining experiences and unforgettable island adventures. Christmas on the Island The season opens on 22 December with a sunset cocktail party and “A Spark […]
Joy Island to celebrate festive season with ‘Joyful Horizons’
Joy Island has unveiled its festive programme for 2026/2027. Titled Joyful Horizons the festive season runs from 22 December 2026 to 6 January 2027, offering a vibrant programme of celebrations and experiences inspired by the island’s natural rhythm. Christmas on the Island The season opens on 22 December with the lighting of the island’s Christmas […]
S7 Airlines launches Novosibirsk-Maldives flights
Russian carrier S7 Airlines has commenced scheduled flights between Novosibirsk and the Maldives, with its inaugural service arriving at Velana International Airport (VIA) on Friday, 30 October 2026. Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) welcomed the airline’s first passengers with a special reception at the airport, marking the launch of the new route connecting Siberia with […]
Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives wins nine World Luxury Awards, including two global titles
Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives is celebrating nine accolades at the 2026 World Luxury Awards, including two prestigious Global Winner titles, recognising excellence across resort hospitality, leadership, wellness and gastronomy. The awards reflect the resort’s philosophy of Connected Island Luxury, where personalised hospitality, restorative wellness, exceptional dining and meaningful encounters with nature come together to create […]
ananea Madivaru Maldives introduces new island concierge programme
From 1 November 2026, ananea Madivaru Maldives will introduce its new Island Concierge Programme. A more personal and relaxed approach to island hospitality built around one simple idea: Here, you’re never just a villa number. Rather than adopting the formality of a traditional butler service, the Island Concierge becomes each guest’s personal connection to the […]
Barceló Nasandhura’s Wellness by Mandara recognised among world’s top 100 spas
Wellness by Mandara at Barceló Nasandhura has been named among the Top 100 Spas of the World 2026 by Luxury Lifestyle Awards, recognising the spa’s wellness services in Malé. Located on Level 3 of Barceló Nasandhura, Wellness by Mandara caters to both international visitors and local residents, offering spa treatments and wellness services within the […]
Jalboot Group wins three titles at World Luxury Travel Awards 2026
Jalboot Group has won three awards at the 2026 World Luxury Travel Awards, marking the second consecutive year the marine leisure and transport services provider has received recognition at the event. The awards were presented during a gala ceremony held on 24 October at the Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok, Thailand. Jalboot Group and its marine […]
Chefs Guild of Maldives showcases Maldivian cuisine at Worldchefs charity event in Malaysia
The Chefs Guild of Maldives (CGM) brought the flavours of the Maldives to the international stage at the 2nd Worldchefs – Asian Chefs Charity Event, held at the Setia SPICE Convention Centre in Penang, Malaysia. Representing CGM, Fathimath Umar, Chef Ishaq Solih and Mariyam Shaazy worked together to prepare and present 200 portions of Maldivian […]
Maldives targets 2.5 million tourists, 14.5 million bed nights in 2027
The Maldives is targeting 2.5 million tourist arrivals and 14.5 million bed nights in 2027 through activities planned under Visit Maldives Year, Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises Hassan Zareer announced on Thursday. Presenting the proposed 2027 state budget to Parliament, Zareer said tourism remained the main driver of the Maldivian economy and that the […]
