Milaidhoo Maldives welcomes renowned healer Emilie Chanon for journey of deep healing
Milaidhoo Maldives, a private boutique island devoted to barefoot elegance and personalised wellbeing, has announced the immersive residency of Emilie Chanon, world-renowned energy healer and transformational facilitator, from 24th August to 15th September 2025. Surrounded by Milaidhoo’s tranquil, natural beauty, guests are invited to embark on a deep personal journey of release, realignment and renewal […]
The Standard, Maldives’ Joos Bar gets fresh new menu
Joos Café at The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives is flipping the beach bite game with a sizzling menu makeover that is equal parts delicious, healthy and totally Joos’d up. The new à la carte lineup serves fresh cravings like the Turkey Club House – a slow-roasted turkey sando stacked with crispy turkey bacon, ripe tomato, Swiss […]
Kula’s global buffet gets glow-up at The Standard, Maldives
Kula, the breezy all-day dining spot at The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives, is doing what it does best: keeping things deliciously unpredictable. Starting Sunday, 3rd August, the team will be rolling out weekly theme nights that serve up serious flavor and curated vibes. By day, Kula is your go-to for buffet-style bites with a side of […]
Bank of Maldives, Mastercard launch tourism data platform for Visit Maldives
Bank of Maldives (BML) on Sunday announced the launch of a state-of-the-art Tourism Insight Data Platform. The platform was developed in a strategic collaboration with global payments leader Mastercard and has been delivered to Visit Maldives, the nation’s tourism promotion board. The new platform is designed to provide key industry stakeholders with unprecedented, data-driven insights […]
Lily Beach Resort & Spa crowned Maldives’ leading all-inclusive resort
Lily Beach Resort & Spa Maldives has once again been crowned Maldives’ Leading All-Inclusive Resort 2025 at the prestigious World Travel Awards—a testament to the resort’s legacy of excellence and its standout Platinum Plan, which continues to set the benchmark for all-inclusive luxury in the Maldives. Located in the heart of South Ari Atoll, Lily […]
Maldives’ main airport handles 4 million passengers in first half of 2025
Velana International Airport (VIA) recorded 4 million passengers in the first six months of 2025, according to Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL). This represents a 4% increase compared to the same period in 2024. From January to June, VIA handled: 2.6 million passengers on international flights 579,079 passengers on domestic flights 859,797 passengers on seaplane […]
COLOURS OF OBLU welcomes Italian Pizza maestro Marco Piccini to Maldives
Placing unique customer experiences at the heart of its brand identity, COLOURS OF OBLU values fun and relaxation on holiday as much as the indulgence and entertainment found across its portfolio of four stunning resorts. In line with the vibrant spirit of the OBLU guest experience, the resorts, part of Atmosphere Core, have announced a […]
Global hotel brands reshape Maldives hospitality landscape
The Maldives, long synonymous with barefoot luxury and idyllic island escapes, is undergoing a quiet but profound transformation in its hospitality sector. As the Asia Pacific region experiences a boom in branded hotel developments, the Maldives has emerged as a key market for global hotel operators aiming to strengthen their footprint in high-value resort destinations. […]
SSI launches global dive training video project at Le Méridien Maldives
In August 2025, SSI, the world’s leading business-based dive training agency, embarked on an ambitious multi-week video shoot at Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa in partnership with Sub Oceanic Maldives. The large-scale production will deliver a series of updated, high-quality training videos, lifestyle visuals and brand content to be shared with divers and dive […]
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island welcomes winemaker Chiara Soldati
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island has announced an exclusive Winemaker Dinner featuring Chiara Soldati, CEO of La Scolca and one of the most prominent figures in the Italian wine world. The event will take place on 10th August, 2025, at the resort’s iconic underground Wine Cellar, offering an unforgettable evening of heritage, flavor, and elegance. Celebrating […]
Maldives ranks as a top destination for UAE travellers, spurs new dnata ‘Secret Stays’ campaign
The Maldives has once again been affirmed as a premier destination for the UAE market, securing the position of the second most booked destination for travel in August and September. According to new data from dnata Travel, the Maldives remains a consistently popular choice for UAE travellers, trailing only France for late summer bookings. The […]
JOALI Maldives crowned Raa Zone champions in Tekkers Dhiraagu Resort Cup 2025
The Tekkers Dhiraagu Resort Cup 2025 Raa Zone have concluded in a thrilling fashion as JOALI Maldives emerged victorious, defeating hosts Cora Cora Maldives 4–2 in a high-energy final at Freedom Arena, Cora Cora Maldives. The win secures JOALI Maldives the title of Raa Atoll Champion and a coveted place in the upcoming Zone Semi-Final, […]
