ELE|NA to host menopause retreat to mark International Women’s Day
In celebration of International Women’s Day, ELE|NA presents The Art of Graceful Change, a wellness retreat designed to empower women to embrace menopause with confidence and vitality. This transformative retreat will be held from June 5th–9th, 2025, at the serene OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi in the Maldives. The retreat offers a holistic and highly personalised approach […]
OBLU SELECT Lobigili bridges gender gap with 80% women team
Having a women-majority workforce is uncommon in the Maldives. Typically, resorts have a significant gender gap, with ladies making up only around 25% of the staff. In contrast, at OBLU SELECT Lobigili almost 80% of the 100-strong workforce is made up of women. Even the Housekeeping teams have ladies – something rarely seen in Maldivian […]
Where is a woman’s place? Hear it from women of Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts Maldives
For generations, women have heard phrases like “this is no place for a woman,” but at Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, their female employees are not only welcomed, they thrive. This Women’s Day, Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts reaffirms its commitment to being an equal opportunities employer, challenging outdated perceptions, and paving the way for more women […]
Sheraton Maldives rescues 5 tons of endangered corals
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa, in partnership with Reefscapers, a leading marine conservation organisation, has successfully rescued five tons of endangered corals to a thriving new habitat at the resort. This ambitious effort, which began on February 19, 2025, carefully transported 800 coral colonies from Ras Malé—also known as the Maldives Eco City—to […]
TUI BLUE Olhuveli Romance triumphs at TUI Global Hotel Awards 2025
TUI BLUE Olhuveli Romance has announced its latest achievement at the significant TUI Global Hotel Awards 2025, held in Berlin, Germany on March 3, 2025, ahead of ITB Berlin 2025. The resort has once again secured the Best Hotel – Long Haul category award, reinforcing its position as a premier luxury destination. In addition, TUI […]
DERTOUR team hosts culinary extravaganza at OBLU Nature Helengeli by SENTIDO
From a strategic partnership for renovation in 2023 that introduced a vibrant make-over with new water villas, to ongoing collaborations ensuring continual improvement of the guest experience, DERTOUR’s specialist team at SENTIDO continue to play an instrumental role in driving the success of OBLU Nature Helengeli by SENTIDO. To kick off the year in style […]
Maldives records 1.5% decline in tourist arrivals in February
The number of tourists visiting the Maldives in February this year decreased compared to the same period last year, according to figures released by Maldives Immigration. A total of 214,091 tourists arrived in the country last month, compared to 217,391 in February last year, marking a 1.5% decline, or 3,300 fewer arrivals. According to immigration […]
‘SeaChella The Island Festival’ at InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort for Easter
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort has announced its first ever SeaChella The Island Festival for Easter 2025. The event will take place on Saturday 19th April and feature festival-style food and drinks stalls including an Oyster Bar and Champagne Stall, headline DJ acts, a four-piece live band playing all the classics, fire shows, ground aerial acts, […]
Hulhule’ Island Hotel brings back Grand Iftar Experience with Ramadan giveaways
Hulhule’ Island Hotel (HIH) is once again setting the stage for an unforgettable Ramadan dining experience, offering exquisite Iftar celebrations at two stunning locations—Faru Coffee House and Uduvilaa. With breathtaking views, impeccable service, and a curated selection of dishes, HIH remains the ultimate destination to break your fast in style this Ramadan. HIH invites guests […]
Maldives Inflight Catering announces partnerships to enhance training, brand Visibility
Maldives Inflight Catering (MIC) has entered into a series of strategic partnerships aimed at expanding vocational training, industry collaboration, and media engagement in the Maldivian hospitality sector. Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) were signed with the Ministry of Social and Family Development (MFSD), Maldives Islamic Bank (MIB), Public Service Media (PSM), and Villa College, reinforcing MIC […]
Mondrian to debut in Maldives at Kuredhivaru Island
Ennismore has announced the upcoming Mondrian Maldives, set to open on Kuredhivaru Island in 2026. The resort will be situated on a secluded island in the Noonu Atoll. Before its transformation into Mondrian Maldives, the property will operate as Kuredhivaru Resort & Spa under Ennismore’s management. Previously part of the Mövenpick portfolio, the resort remains […]
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives earns Green Globe recertification
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives has announced its recertification as a Green Globe Certified resort following the successful completion of its annual sustainability audit. This marks the second consecutive year of achieving this prestigious recognition, reaffirming the resort’s unwavering dedication to environmental conservation, responsible tourism, and community engagement. Located just 30 minutes from Velana International Airport, […]
