Manta Air Talks Expansion
Manta Air has announced plans to add further capacity to its current seaplane fleet, to bring in five new twin DHC-6 Twin Otter seaplanes by the end of 2021 to serve their robust domestic expansion plans. The new aircrafts will bring Manta Air’s fleet to a total of fifteen, including their ATR 72-600 turboprops that […]
Our Flight to Recovery
Aviation plays a crucial role as an enabler in the global tourism industry. It connects some of the most remote regions around the world with the global tourism source markets, bringing forth a substantial economic impact transforming their local economies. With a massive injection of foreign exchange along with a rise of employment opportunities across […]
Soneva Celebrates 25 Years of Sustainable Luxury with an Array of Exciting Activities
Rewinding through a successful quarter century; recalling on a journey of pioneering environmental and social initiatives, Soneva announces exciting new launches ahead of this year. With the opening of Soneva Fushi in 1995, the first ‘castaway’ resort in the Maldives, it founded a trend for back-to-nature luxury holidays. Along with breathtaking ‘remote but accessible’ natural […]
All Eyes on New Resort Opening; Cora Cora Maldives, Raa Atoll
Cora Cora Maldives is one of the latest new five-star resorts set to open in the pristine Maamigili island in the Raa Atoll. Eagerly awaiting its launch date of 1 October 2021, the resort will replace the former Loama Resort Maldives. Under new ownership it will have a completely new design, concept and rebrand. With […]
Maldives Fitness Trainer to the Stars Shares Her Secrets
As the world celebrates International Women’s Day today, read on the journey of an inspiring woman from the Maldives, a fitness trainer proving that dreams do come true- big or small, male or female. Kai is a fitness trainer from the Maldives who helps celebrities keep in shape and improve their fitness. Based in Male, […]
Veganism’s Influence on Tourism Will Grow: GlobalData
According to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, Veganism’s impact on tourism space is growing. Vegan-friendly tours, excursions and digital travel apps are emerging as another tool for travel companies to attract environmentally focused individuals. As companies across the travel and tourism spectrum look to recover from the harmful impact of COVID-19, they see […]
You & Me by Cocoon Maldives Marks 2nd Anniversary
One of the leading adults-only resorts in the Maldives, You & Me by Cocoon began celebrations for its 2nd anniversary on 1st March 2021. The special day began with a treasure hunt at Cheer Bar, where guests had the chance to win exciting prizes. In the evening, a special cocktail reception was held to cut […]
The Nautilus Maldives: A World of Your Own Making
Forget what you think you know about luxury and then take a look at The Nautilus; the private island single-handedly redefining luxury’s meaning. Discreetly nestled away in the ever-stunning Baa atoll, the heart of a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve – just 15 minutes away from the world-renowned Hanifaru Bay, The Nautilus is an ultra-luxe bohemian hideaway […]
A Holiday Among Taro Fields – at Alafehi Retreat, Fuvahmulah
Alafehi Retreat is a modern holiday home built on Maadhandige (the home of the vast field) in Fuvahmulah island – the unique single island atoll located in the south of Maldives – home to an abundance of biodiversity made of freshwater lakes, mangrove species, endless taro fields, and the unique esoteric ways of life of […]
lti Maafushivaru Climbs Up to TripAdvisor Maldives Top 10 List
Luxury resort lti Maafushivaru celebrates its achievement of being ranked #2 out of 35 resorts in South Ari Atoll and made it to the Maldives top 10 list on TripAdvisor based on traveler ranked as of February 2021. On 27 February 2021, the resort was ranked 6 out of 412 properties in the Maldives. Lti […]
Emerging band, Equatic Vibe talks about its evolution on the Equator.
(with additional contributions by Donna Richardson and Lana Hafeez) In a country where music is not encouraged as a career path, many artists are breaking this social stigma through dedication and utter devotion to their craft. This describes local band ‘Equatic Vibe’, winning the hearts of fans in the Maldives’ five-star resorts as well as […]
Begin the Countdown to the Most Romantic Day of the Year at Mövenpick Kuredhivaru
Why celebrate only one day when you can make way to the Day of Lovers with a host of romantic experiences? At the untouched paradise of Mövenpick Kuredhivaru, Valentine’s Day celebrations begin more than a week ahead, with a variety of experiences to make the day exceptional for everyone – from villa privacy, adventurous aquatic […]
