Vakkaru Maldives welcomes acclaimed Danish Chef Jesper Koch
Vakkaru Maldives is set to welcome acclaimed Danish Chef Jesper Koch from 16 to 28 July 2026, marking the beginning of a collaboration that will continue with an expanded programme later this year. Regarded as one of Denmark’s most influential gastronomic figures, Chef Jesper brings more than three decades of experience spanning hospitality, gastronomy and […]
Where play shapes the journey: Krakengiri Kids’ Club’s award-winning approach at Hilton Maldives Amingiri
At a resort, a children’s club is often viewed as one part of a wider guest programme. For families, however, it can influence the rhythm of the entire stay. It determines whether children feel settled, whether parents feel comfortable spending time apart and, in many cases, whether a family chooses to return. At Hilton Maldives […]
Visit Maldives Corporation launches ‘This is My Maldives’ global photography competition
Visit Maldives Corporation Limited (VMC) has launched “This is My Maldives”, a global photography competition inviting creators and visual storytellers to share the Maldives through their own lens, as part of the public launch of Creatoll, the digital marketplace for Maldivian creative content. The competition was announced during the Creatoll public launch ceremony held at […]
Sun Siyam Iru Fushi recognised among Maldives’ leading family resorts
Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, the flagship property of the Sun Siyam Luxury Collection, has been honoured as the No. 2 resort in the Maldives in the Travel + Leisure Asia Pacific rankings for Best Family Resorts. This recognition acknowledges the resort’s successful approach to family travel, which focuses on providing experiential, restorative stays aligned with […]
Why Eri Maldives is the perfect graduation escape
Graduation season lands differently when you’ve spent three or four years surviving deadline season, exam halls and budget pasta. The urge to go somewhere to treat yourself is entirely real. For university and postgraduates mapping out a summer before recruitment season kicks in, Eri Maldives delivers the Maldives in its purest form, with a price point […]
Nova Maldives marks Women’s Dive Day with first Maldivian PADI course director Zoona Naseem
Every July, the diving world pauses to celebrate the women who have made the ocean their own. This year, Nova Maldives marks Women’s Dive Day with a three-day programme from 17 to 19 July 2026, brought to life by Zoona Naseem, the first Maldivian woman to qualify as a PADI Course Director, alongside Jenna Lehocki, […]
Beyond operations: Harish Nair on shaping the soul of RAH GILI and DON MAAGA MALDIVES
For Harish Nair, the next chapter of his hospitality career is not simply about opening or operating resorts. It is about helping two Maldivian islands develop distinct identities, building teams that understand the emotional purpose of service and creating places that remain in guests’ memories long after their departure. As Cluster General Manager of SIX […]
Maldives remains top international summer destination for UAE travellers
The Maldives has emerged as the most popular international destination for travellers from the United Arab Emirates this summer, accounting for one in five overseas hotel bookings, according to the latest booking data released by dnata Travel. The travel agency said the Maldives led all international destinations for the season, ahead of Thailand, Mauritius, Canada […]
In conversation with Chef Tipa: Bringing southern Thai flavours to Maldives
For a limited time, Saffron Maldives at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru invites guests on a culinary journey through the rich flavours of Southern Thailand, till 17 July 2026. Guided by Chef Tipaporn Phianthong (Chef Tipa), Head Chef of Saffron, Banyan Group, the exclusive menu showcases authentic regional recipes thoughtfully reimagined with selected locally sourced ingredients from […]
LOTİ reports surge in Maldives demand; LOTİ and Visit Maldives host exclusive partner event
On June 24, premium tour operator LOTİ hosted an exclusive private dinner for partners with the support of Visit Maldives Corporation. The evening became a true celebration of the art of slow travel and island luxury. The concept of the event was built around immersing guests in the atmosphere of the archipelago, where luxury is […]
Mandatory propeller guards and registration for vessels entering South Ari Marine Protected Area (SAMPA)
The Maldivian government is implementing strict new regulations for vessels operating in the South Ari Marine Protected Area (SAMPA), the largest protected marine area in the Maldives. Effective after the 30th of this month, boats will be prohibited from entering SAMPA without official registration and installed propeller guards. The sweeping regulatory changes follow a comprehensive […]
Five Marriott Bonvoy resorts shine in Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026
Marriott International has announced that five properties from its Marriott Bonvoy portfolio in the Maldives have been recognised in the prestigious Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026. Curated by the editors of Travel + Leisure Southeast Asia, Hong Kong & Macau and voted on by discerning readers worldwide, the annual awards celebrate the […]
