Nova Maldives to host Michelin-starred Chef Sebastian Frank for May culinary residency
Sebastian Frank, acclaimed chef and owner of Berlin’s two-Michelin-starred restaurant Restaurant Horváth, will be a guest chef at Nova Maldives from 10 to 15 May 2026, presenting an exceptional culinary residency. Originally from Austria, Frank has developed a distinctive culinary signature through his philosophy of “emancipated vegetable cuisine” — a radically personal approach that moves […]
Masters of Crafts 2026 to bring global artistry to The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands has unveiled its Masters of Crafts programme for 2026, presenting a year-long series of residencies and collaborations designed to celebrate artistry, innovation and cultural exchange. The programme brings together internationally recognised figures across culinary arts, mixology, wellness, sport, music and design, inviting guests to engage with craftsmanship at its highest […]
Lily Beach Resort & Spa to host Michelin-starred Chef Bruno Ménard for Valentine’s Day
Lily Beach Resort & Spa is hosting French chef Bruno Ménard for an exclusive Valentine’s Day gastronomic programme in February, bringing one of Asia’s most respected culinary figures to the resort for a limited series of dining experiences. Chef Ménard is internationally recognised for holding three Michelin stars in Tokyo for five consecutive years and […]
Fernando Torres and Mark Noble lead children’s camps at Siyam World
Siyam World Maldives created the setting for two memorable football experiences during the festive season, as Fernando Torres and Mark Noble led a series of camps that transformed the holidays into shared moments of play, discovery and connection. With phones set aside and screens forgotten, more than fifty young players became fully absorbed in movement, […]
Teus Group, Radisson sign management agreement for first resort project in Maldives
Last week, a signing ceremony took place at the Radisson Hotel Group office in Dubai, marking the conclusion of an international agreement between the developer Teus Group and Radisson Hospitality Belgium SRL/BV. The parties signed an International Management Agreement, under which the first joint project of Teus Group and Radisson in the Maldives will be […]
Visit Maldives announces ‘Across Maldives 2026’ underwater diving record attempt
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has announced “Across Maldives 2026,” an ambitious underwater record attempt by Maldivian diver Shafraz Naeem. Set to begin on January 23, 2026, the expedition marks the inaugural record attempt of the year for the Visit Maldives Book of Records. Across Maldives 2026 will see Shafraz attempt two records as he journeys […]
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives to host Mastroberardino Wine Dinner in January 2026
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives is hosting an exclusive Mastroberardino Wine Dinner on Wednesday, 28 January 2026, inviting wine enthusiasts and culinary travellers to an evening of fine wine and gastronomy at The Shack, the resort’s secluded sandbank venue. Set against the backdrop of the Indian Ocean, the intimate dinner celebrates Mastroberardino, one of Italy’s longest-established winemaking […]
Atmosphere Core appoints David Alan Burley as General Manager of OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi and OBLU SELECT Lobigili
Atmosphere Core has announced the appointment of David Alan Burley as General Manager of OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi and OBLU SELECT Lobigili, two resorts within the COLOURS OF OBLU brand. In his new role, he will lead the management teams at both properties, oversee day-to-day operations and guide their continued development, with a focus on growth […]
Target Taste China awards Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives Resort of the Year
Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives has been named Resort of the Year 2025 by Target Taste China, one of China’s most influential platforms recognising excellence in hospitality, dining and experiential luxury. The award places Grand Park Kodhipparu among a select group of internationally respected luxury resorts, acknowledged for their commitment to taste, craftsmanship and holistic guest […]
Chef Claudia Canessa to present Peruvian dining experience at Kandolhu Maldives
Kandolhu Maldives has announced its next culinary collaboration with Lima-born chef Claudia Canessa, with a special residency scheduled from 30 April to 4 May 2026. During this period, guests will have the opportunity to experience the flavours of Peru through a series of dining events curated by one of the country’s most recognised contemporary culinary […]
Maldives earns multiple top rankings in Tripadvisor’s Best of the Best 2026
Maldives has once again cemented its status as a premier global destination, securing a prestigious spot in the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best awards for 2026. This elite accolade is reserved for the top 1% of TripAdvisor’s 8 million listings, representing the pinnacle of travel excellence. The rankings are determined by the quality […]
Anant Ambani, Radhika Merchant arrive in Maldives for holiday
Anant Ambani, son of Indian businessman Mukesh Ambani, and his wife Radhika Merchant have arrived in the Maldives for a holiday. Ambani’s Boeing 737 private jet landed in the Maldives on Saturday. Witnesses at the airport said the couple were accompanied by around 50 security personnel. Anant and Radhika are currently staying at Waldorf Astoria […]
