The Westin Maldives celebrates season with sun-filled Christmas events, Gatsby-style New Year’s Eve
The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort unveils its Festive Season programming with “Golden Nights, Timeless Lights,” a celebratory series inspired by the glamour and spirit of the Roaring Twenties. Running from December 22, 2025, through January 6, 2026, the calendar blends sparkling beachfront moments with wellness-forward experiences that capture the magic of the season in the […]
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives announces festive programme with community and reef initiatives
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives will mark the festive season with a programme that combines charitable initiatives with its sustainability commitments. Guests will be invited to donate, run, paddle and plant in support of local community and environmental projects, alongside dining experiences that highlight Maldivian produce. Under its World of Care commitments, the resort has adopted initiatives […]
Madifushi Private Island appoints Ahmed Azzam as Director of Food & Beverage
Seasoned hospitality professional Ahmed Azzam has joined Madifushi Private Island as the Director of Food & Beverage, bringing with him nearly two decades of experience in delivering world-class dining experiences and leading high-performing F&B operations across luxury island resorts. With over 19 years of experience in the Food and Beverage sector, Azzam has built a […]
Soneva Namoona partners with Kamadhoo Inn to trial Takakura composting
Soneva Namoona, a local NGO focused on building sustainable island communities, has partnered with Kamadhoo Inn to introduce a new approach to managing food waste from guesthouses. The collaboration represents a step toward a more sustainable tourism model in the Maldives, with guesthouses participating actively in local waste management systems. Under the initiative, Kamadhoo Inn […]
Bestbuy Maldives, IREKS Master Baker Steven Selvamuthu bring colourful baking inspiration to Maldives
Bestbuy Maldives (BBM), the authorised distributor for IREKS products in the Maldives, has announced a special baking demonstration series featuring IREKS Master Baker Steven Selvamuthu, showcasing a vibrant range of colourful and healthy bakes. Running from 5 to 17 November, the series will include live demonstrations at leading resorts and bakeries in Malé, offering industry […]
Maldives records 16% growth in UK arrivals ahead of strong showing at WTM London 2025
The Maldives has entered World Travel Market (WTM) London 2025 with strong momentum, marking another milestone year of growth in the UK market. As of 21 October 2025, the Maldives has welcomed 159,615 tourists from the United Kingdom, representing an increase of over 16% from the same period in 2024, when arrivals totalled 137,288. The […]
Kuda Villingili Maldives unveils ‘Through the Decades’ festive celebration for 2025–2026
This festive season, Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives invites guests to step into an elevated journey of celebration, nostalgia, and rejuvenation with its 2025–2026 Festive Program, themed “Through the Decades.” Between December 23, 2025, and January 7, 2026, the island will transform into a vibrant canvas of shimmering gold, sparkling silver, and neon hues. The resort’s […]
World Luxury Awards 2025: Treble for Mercure Maldives Kooddoo
Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Resort has received three titles at the 2025 World Luxury Awards, named Luxury Adults Only Resort, Luxury Island Resort, and Luxury Cultural Resort in the Indian Ocean. The awards highlight the brand’s focus on locally rooted hospitality, with stays shaped by place, service and community. The resort presents Maldivian culture through curated […]
Pullman Maldives Maamutaa scores triple win at World Luxury Awards 2025
Pullman Maldives Maamutaa has received three honours at the 2025 World Luxury Awards, securing titles for Best Luxury All-Inclusive Hotel, Best Luxury Wellness Hotel, and Best Luxury Family Hotel in the Indian Ocean. The awards underscore the resort’s approach to experience-led hospitality, combining design, wellbeing and guest engagement. The recognition also reflects Pullman’s commitment to […]
Atmosphere Core signs four new properties in India
Atmosphere Core has signed four new properties in India as part of its South Asia expansion strategy, adding to its portfolio of hotels and resorts under the Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts brand. The developments, designed around experiential travel, MICE, and distinct city and leisure concepts, will extend the brand to several new destinations across the […]
Manta Air crowned Indian Ocean’s best seaplane company at 2025 World Luxury Travel Awards
Manta Air has been honoured with the title of Best Seaplane Company – Indian Ocean Islands at the 2025 World Luxury Travel Awards. Now in its fifth year, the World Luxury Travel Awards recognise and celebrate excellence across the global travel and tourism industry, spotlighting organisations that deliver outstanding experiences and set new standards in […]
Ayada Maldives shines at 2025 Hotel Asia International Culinary Challenge with 16 medals
Ayada Maldives has reaffirmed its culinary excellence at the 2025 Hotel Asia International Culinary Challenge, earning an impressive 16 medals, including three gold medals and two coveted trophies. The resort’s talented team of six chefs showcased remarkable skill and creativity, representing Ayada Maldives on one of the region’s most competitive culinary stages. The Ayada team […]
