Angsana Velavaru to host sound healing retreat with Harriet Emily
Angsana Velavaru, a private-island resort in the South Nilandhe Atoll, has announced Sound Journeys with Harriet Emily, a week-long wellness programme taking place from September 17 to 22, 2026. The retreat invites guests to explore the restorative power of sound healing through a series of immersive experiences led by internationally recognised Sound Healing Practitioner and […]
Sun Siyam Iru Fushi unveils ‘Bohemian Reverie’ festive programme for 2026/27
This festive season, Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, the flagship resort within Sun Siyam’s Luxury Collection portfolio in the Maldives, has unveiled its 2026/27 festive programme, introducing a season inspired by ‘Bohemian Reverie’ that combines exceptional dining, immersive wellness experiences, family celebrations and curated island moments across one of the Maldives’ most established luxury resorts. Curated […]
GAGE Technology: Smart, safe technology solutions for modern hospitality in Maldives
The expectations of modern hospitality continue to evolve. Beyond exceptional guest experiences, today’s resorts and hotels are expected to deliver the highest standards of safety, operational efficiency, and connectivity. Meeting those expectations increasingly depends on technology that works intelligently behind the scenes. From luxury island resorts to hotels and residential developments, operators are increasingly adopting […]
Alia, MIT begin 2026 training programme for Maldives boat captains
Alia, in collaboration with the Maldives Institute of Technology (MIT), has officially commenced the 2026 Boat Operators Training Programme, reaffirming its commitment to enhancing safety, and operational excellence in the marine transport sector. The programme, held from 14th to 16th July 2026, brings together 48 boat captains from resorts, marine transport operators, and government institutions. […]
Niva Dhigali appoints Elena Philip Perembiyil as Executive Housekeeper
Niva Dhigali has appointed Elena Philip Perembiyil as Executive Housekeeper, bringing nearly three decades of international hospitality experience to the resort. Originally from Bengaluru, India, Elena has built her career across the Caribbean, the Middle East and the Indian Ocean. She joins Niva Dhigali from Saint Lucia, where she served as Cluster Executive Housekeeper at […]
Royal Island Resort hosts CHSE students for sustainability and marine conservation programme
Royal Island Resort & Spa Maldives recently welcomed students from the Environment Club of the Centre for Higher Secondary Education (CHSE), Hulhumalé Campus, for an educational visit focused on environmental conservation, sustainability and the island’s history. During the visit, the students were introduced to the resort’s environmental and sustainability initiatives, learning about the measures implemented […]
Türkiye’s Maxx Royal announces Maldives resort for 2027 opening
Maxx Royal, known for its celebrated resorts in Türkiye, will bring the brand’s distinctive philosophy of hospitality to the Maldives, one of the world’s most extraordinary island settings, next year. Maxx Royal Maldives, which is expected to open in autumn 2027, will offer a new level of refined luxury to guests visiting the beautiful island […]
Constance Hotels & Resorts to host Escapade Gourmande across two Maldives resorts
From 17 to 22 August 2026, Constance Hotels & Resorts invites you to the Maldives with Escapade Gourmande, a culinary journey unfolding between two islands that exist in dreamlike stillness: Constance Moofushi and Constance Halaveli. Here, the ocean does not simply surround the experience; it becomes part of it. Salt air, warm sand, candlelight, and […]
Grand Park Kodhipparu earns double nomination at World Travel Awards 2026
Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives has been nominated in two prestigious categories at the 2026 World Travel Awards, receiving recognition for Maldives’ Leading Boutique Resort and Indian Ocean’s Leading Villa Resort. The nominations recognise the resort’s continued commitment to service excellence, guest satisfaction and innovative hospitality experiences, while highlighting the dedication of the team that has […]
Fari Islands Festival 2026 unveils expanded line-up with Rosamund Pike, Milind Soman
The Fari Islands Festival returns from 13 to 15 August 2026, bringing together Patina Maldives, Fari Islands and The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands for a second edition. The festival expands its 2026 programme with the addition of Milind Soman, DJ FS Green and National Geographic, joining festival headliner Rosamund Pike alongside an exceptional collective of […]
LUX* South Ari Atoll earns triple recognition at Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards 2026
Global hospitality group The Lux Collective’s award-winning resort, LUX* South Ari Atoll in the Maldives has been recognised as Top 10 in the Best Resorts for Families, Best Resort Pools, and Best House Reefs categories at the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026. These awards reinforce the resort’s position as one of the […]
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives creates space for multi-generational holidays
As travellers increasingly prioritise meaningful time together, multi-generational holidays and private group escapes are reshaping the luxury travel landscape. Responding to this growing demand, Alila Kothaifaru Maldives, a Hyatt resort, offers thoughtfully designed two-bedroom accommodations that combine generous living spaces with the resort’s signature understated luxury, creating an idyllic setting for families and friends to […]
