Woven Creations by Onestop
Often synonymous with the tropics, wickerwork furniture is a common sight at many Maldivian resorts. Aside from their rustic aesthetic, pieces furnished entirely in wicker are chosen for their lightweight properties—easy to shift around on an outdoor deck—and the way it complements the natural surroundings. But innovations in wickerwork mean that classic, natural wicker chairs […]
Claris the Mouse and Megan Hess’s seaside adventure at Vakkaru Maldives
Vakkaru Maldives welcomes internationally renowned fashion illustrator and author, Megan Hess, for this festive season. The exclusive launch of her third book in The Claris Collection, Claris: Bonjour Riviera is scheduled for 5 and 6 January 2020. Vakkaru Maldives will set the scene for the new French Riviera adventure of Claris, surrounded by glistening turquoise […]
STO Seeking Buyers for ‘Ekulhivaru’ Island
State Trading Organization PLC (STO) is seeking potential local or foreign firms interested in buying the Leasehold Rights of ‘Ekulhivaru’ Island, which has been leased to STO for the purpose of resort development. STO intends to find a buyer or investor to develop a resort at the Island. Ekulhivaru Island is situated at Noonu Atoll, […]
Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives’ Coral Garden
Increasing efforts have been made over recent decades to cultivate corals in processes termed coral ‘gardening’, ‘farming’, ‘propagation’ or ‘restoration’. Coral cultivation gets the benefit of coral colonies’ ability to get attached to artificial solid structures. Several such coral gardening projects have been established since Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives’ opening in 2017—where coral pieces from […]
Maldives brings ‘Sunny Side of Life’ to London
With destination’s largest outdoor advertising campaign in the UK, Maldives has brought the ‘Sunny Side of Life’ to the grey skies of London—with the launch of the advertising campaign this autumn on London buses and bus stops and at Waterloo train station. The campaign which was run by JCDecaux, an outdoor advertising corporation, ran from […]
Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort celebrates first anniversary
Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort which was opened in October 2018 celebrates their first Anniversary. This award-winning hotel reflects on a momentous first year while looking ahead to exciting, new initiatives for 2020 and beyond. In November 2018, a sensational launch event on the theme ‘Ocean Escape’ saw the Natural History Museum in London converted for […]
Heritance Aarah: Maldives’ first LEED-certified resort
Heritance Aarah the newest addition to Aitken Spence Hotel portfolio has been awarded the internationally recognised LEED Gold certification. This all-villa Premium All-Inclusive resort is the first property in the Maldives to receive this award. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) buildings save energy, water, resources, generate less waste and support human health. LEED […]
Naladhu Private Island Maldives anew Best Resort in the Indian Ocean the third year!
On 8 October 2019 at Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2019, Naladhu Private Island Maldives was named Best Resort in the Indian Ocean. This marks the beautiful island resort’s third consecutive win. For the first time this year, the most prestigious and extensive awards from the travel industry were global in nature bringing together […]
Hotel Asia 2019 Kicks off on 07 October 2019!
The largest hospitality tradeshow in South Asia, Hotel Asia 2019, presented by Maldives Exhibition and Conference Services (Pvt) Ltd, will commence on 07 October 2019 with the much-anticipated Culinary Challenge kicking off a day ahead. This year will be Hotel Asia’s 15th edition, attended by exhibitors and brands from 45 countries, including Sri Lanka, India, […]
Jumeirah Vittaveli takes home three South Asian Travel Awards trophies
Jumeirah Vittaveli won three awards at the annual South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) in Galle, Sri Lanka, for Leading Luxury Resort in the Maldives, Most Romantic Resort in the Maldives and Most Romantic Resort in South Asia. Jumeirah Vittaveli has been awarded this regional recognition for the third year in a row since its first […]
Patisserie Art with Sebastian Pettersson at Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa
Under the palm trees on Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa’s white sandy beaches in the Maldives, the sweet life in paradise becomes an absolute hotspot for dessert lovers in the fall: from 27 October to 10 November 2019, the award-winning Swedish pâtissier Sebastian Pettersson is spoiling the luxury residence guests with its sweet temptations. He […]
Accor Group launches the most generous all-inclusive resort in the Maldives: Pullman Maldives Maamutaa Resort
Set amidst 18 hectares of lush tropical flora and fauna on the Gaafu Alifu Atoll, Pullman Maldives Maamutaa Resort will open its doors today. The all-inclusive resort boasts 122 decadent villas, including two exclusive Aqua Villas featuring bedrooms submerged beneath the turquoise waters for a truly memorable experience of the region’s marine life up close. […]
