InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort promotes Ali Zain Shahuneem to Director of Rooms
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort has announced the promotion of Ali Zain Shahuneem to the role of Director of Rooms, marking a significant milestone in his professional journey and reinforcing his reputation as one of the region’s emerging leaders in luxury hospitality. Originally from Feydhoo in Addu City, Shahuneem is a proud Maldivian whose deep-rooted understanding […]
Angsana Velavaru crowned Maldives’ Leading Water Villa Resort at World Travel Awards
Angsana Velavaru has been honoured as Maldives’ Leading Water Villa Resort at the prestigious World Travel Awards, cementing its reputation as one of the nation’s premier destinations for overwater luxury. The accolade highlights a growing recognition of travel experiences that blend privacy, spacious design, and understated elegance. Situated in the serene South Nilandhe Atoll, Angsana […]
Siyam World to host star-studded football camps in August
No shoes, no stress, just goals! This August, Siyam World Maldives is turning up the heat with not one, not two, but three football legends taking over the island for exclusive five-day Football Residence Camps – Wayne Bridge, Kean Bryan, Andrew Johnson. Wayne Bridge | August 1–5 A former England international and Premier League left-back […]
W Maldives’ Island Alchemy series welcomes mixology star Beckaly Franks for exclusive takeover
This July, W Maldives—The Original Wavemaker—dials up the flavor and the flair as award-winning mixologist, Beckaly Franks touches down in the Maldives for a one-of-a-kind takeover. As part of the resort’s Island Alchemy series—a bold celebration of global mixology talent— Franks brings her trailblazing energy, genre-defying cocktails, and unapologetically original spirit to heart of the […]
Manta mania: Young explorers dive into summer at The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives
At The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives, July isn’t just another sunny month – it’s when the ocean comes alive. Manta season is in full swing, and Hanifaru Bay (just a splash away from the resort) becomes host to hundreds of reef manta rays performing underwater ballet. Offering a front row seat to all the action is […]
Maldives opens tourism development in least developed atolls with investor incentives
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced the opening of tourism to several atolls in the Maldives that currently have limited resort development. The move is part of a broader pledge by the President to promote tourism across all regions of the country. The commitment was first made during his presidential campaign and reiterated in his […]
Maldives to designate exclusive islands for halal tourism development
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced that the government will designate several islands exclusively for the development of halal tourism. The announcement was made via a post on his official X account on Friday. In the post, the President noted that the initiative would be accompanied by substantial incentives for investors, aiming to diversify and […]
LFC legend Dirk Kuyt joins Maldives Food Carnival 2025 as Visit Maldives special guest
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives) has announced a special appearance by Dutch former-footballer and Liverpool FC legend, Dirk Kuyt, at the LFC Fan Zone at the ongoing Maldives Food Carnival. The event, held Thursday, drew an enthusiastic crowd of fans, reaffirming the immense global appeal of both football and the Maldives […]
Machchafushi Island Resort’s award-winning house reef: Dive into wonder
Recently recognised among the Best House Reefs in the Maldives by the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2025, the house reef at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa, The Centara Collection (formerly known as Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa), offers an extraordinary experience for divers and snorkelers alike. The South Ari Atoll in […]
Jumeirah Olhahali Island hosts Shimmers’ Chef Emanuele for July culinary residency
Jumeirah Olhahali Island has announced a culinary residency in collaboration with Chef Emanuele De Leo, Head Chef of the award-winning Shimmers at Jumeirah Mina Al Salam in Dubai. Taking place from 7 to 10 July 2025, this exclusive experience will bring the vibrant flavours of the Mediterranean to the Maldives through a specially curated tasting-style […]
Vakkaru Reserve earns fifth Wine Spectator Award
At Vakkaru Maldives, wine isn’t merely served — it is curated, conversed with, and quietly revered. This has led to the resort’s European wine cellar, Vakkaru Reserve, being awarded Wine Spectator’s Best of Award of Excellence for the fifth year — the only resort in the Maldives to have done so. Vakkaru Reserve, an intimate, […]
