Visit Maldives showcases destination at PATA Travel Mart 2025 in Bangkok
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) is promoting the Maldives as a premier short-haul and year-round destination at the PATA Travel Mart 2025, taking place from 26 to 28 August at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre (QSNCC) in Bangkok, Thailand. The PATA Travel Mart is one of the Asia Pacific region’s most established international travel trade […]
Kuramathi Maldives launches fortnightly Kids Club programme
Kuramathi Maldives has introduced the new Bageecha Kids Club fortnightly programme, designed to inspire creativity, nurture curiosity, and create memorable holidays for children. The two-week programme, which began on 25 August, offers a wide range of engaging activities for children of different ages and interests. Bageecha Kids Club aims to create lasting memories, build friendships, […]
Jumeirah Olhahali Island invites guests to celebrate ‘A Season by the Sea’
Jumeirah Olhahali Island has announced its festive programme, ‘A Season by the Sea’, which will take place from Thursday 18 December 2025 to Wednesday 7 January 2026. The programme combines seasonal traditions with experiences designed for guests of all ages. The celebrations begin on 18 December with a Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony, where guests can […]
Gili Lankanfushi appoints Rodrigo Buanafina as General Manager
Gili Lankanfushi has announced the promotion of Rodrigo Buanafina to General Manager, effective 4 August. Previously serving as Resort Manager at the eco-resort, Buanafina brings 15 years of experience in luxury hospitality to his new role. As General Manager, he will oversee the daily operations of the 45-villa island and its 300-strong team, guiding strategy […]
Centara Hotels & Resorts set to mark Chinese National Day across 4 Maldives properties
Centara Hotels & Resorts is marking the Chinese National Day Holiday Week with a programme of celebrations across four of its Maldivian properties: Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives, Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection, and Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives. Taking place from late September to early […]
Maldives needs 900,000 more tourists in 4 months to reach 2025 target
The Maldives has set a target of attracting 2.3 million tourists in 2025, but eight months into the year arrivals stand at 1.4 million, leaving 900,000 more needed in the remaining four months. According to official statistics, an average of 6,600 tourists currently arrive daily. Visit Maldives Chairman Abdulla Ghiyas Riyaz told local newspaper Dhauru […]
Electrify Maldives signs on as Title Sponsor for TechEng2025
Electrify Maldives has been confirmed as the Title Sponsor for TechEng2025, the Maldives’ first dedicated B2B technology and engineering expo for the hospitality industry. Scheduled for 28–30 October 2025 at Central Park, Hulhumalé, TechEng2025 will bring together stakeholders from resorts, liveaboards, developers, and public infrastructure to explore cutting-edge solutions in infrastructure, sustainability, and innovation. As […]
The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo announces Festive Early Bird Offer
The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort is set to transform the festive season into a wellness-inspired escape, offering guests an exclusive opportunity to combine celebration with rejuvenation. Located within the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll, the resort has introduced its Festive Early Bird offer, available for booking until 31 October 2025 for stays between 20 […]
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives unveils new two-bedroom villas
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives has introduced new two-bedroom villa accommodations designed for families, couples, or friends travelling together. These villas expand on the resort’s existing collection of one-bedroom pool villas, available in both beach and overwater options. The new additions feature an eco-minimalist design that combines sustainable luxury with a relaxed barefoot style, providing a sense […]
Grand Park Kodhipparu highlights Maldivian heritage on National Day
Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives, marked Maldives National Day with a cultural programme designed to highlight the traditions and heritage of the islands. Guests were offered opportunities to experience aspects of Maldivian culture in the natural surroundings of North Malé Atoll. The resort organised a Boduberu workshop where visitors were introduced to the rhythms of the […]
Visit Maldives endorses TechEngExpo: Advancing hospitality innovation in Maldives
Visit Maldives Corporation Limited has officially endorsed TechEngExpo, the nation’s first dedicated B2B technology and engineering exhibition for the hospitality industry, taking place from 28–30 October 2025 at Central Park, Hulhumalé. As the Maldives continues to strengthen its position as a leading global destination, investments in world-class hospitality infrastructure are a cornerstone of maintaining its […]
Maldives highlighted as ideal winter getaway in new travel study
New research by long-haul travel specialist Travelbag has placed Malé, Maldives, among the top destinations for winter sun seekers this year. With average temperatures of 28°C and around eight hours of sunshine a day during the UK’s winter months of October to January, the capital city offers one of the warmest and most reliable escapes […]
