Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives to host Kate Miller-Heidke in Oct 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives, in partnership with Music in Paradise, has announced that acclaimed Australian artist Kate Miller-Heidke will perform live at the private island resort from 3 – 10 October 2026. Renowned for her soaring vocals, magnetic stage presence and evocative storytelling, Kate is one of Australia’s most distinctive and celebrated performers. A […]
Dhigali Maldives welcomes Arabica’s James Walters for Middle Eastern culinary takeover
Dhigali Maldives has announced a forthcoming culinary collaboration with chef, restaurateur, and author James Walters, the creator behind London’s renowned Arabica and the book Arabica: Small Plates Big Flavours. In February 2026, Walters will bring his contemporary interpretation of Middle Eastern cuisine to the resort, giving guests the opportunity to experience his signature dishes in […]
Visit Maldives joins ETHEXPO 2025 to promote wellness tourism in Türkiye
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) is participating in the Eurasia Tourism & Health Expo (ETHEXPO) 2025 in Istanbul, held from 26 to 29 November 2025, in collaboration with the Embassy of the Republic of Maldives in Türkiye. The participation reaffirms the Maldives’ commitment to strengthening its presence in the Turkish market and expanding its visibility across […]
British traveller marks Maldives’ two millionth tourist arrival in 2025
The Maldives welcomed its two millionth tourist of the year on Thursday. The milestone visitor, British national Bethany Sarah Kerswell, arrived at 11:15am on Virgin Atlantic flight VS384 from London Heathrow, accompanied by her husband. The couple will spend their holiday at OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort in South Ari Atoll. They were received at Velana […]
Hulhule Island Hotel shines at Hotel Asia 2025 with multiple top honours
Hulhule Island Hotel (HIH) has announced its remarkable achievements at the prestigious Hotel Asia Exhibition & International Culinary Challenge 2025, securing multiple top honours across various categories. This year’s competition marking the 25th anniversary of Hotel Asia brought together exceptional culinary talent from across the Maldives and beyond, judged by an esteemed panel of international […]
Maldives showcases strong unified presence at Qatar Travel Mart 2025
The Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) is leading a strengthened national presence at Qatar Travel Mart (QTM) 2025, which opened on 24 November at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC). The association is heading the Maldives delegation as the organiser of the official country stand, in partnership with Visit Maldives […]
British couple marks 70th visit to Maldives, celebrated by Visit Maldives and Coco Collection
A British couple, Mike and Janice, have reached an extraordinary milestone this week as they arrived in the Maldives for their 70th visit — a testament to their long-standing affection for the island nation. Their arrival was marked with a special welcome hosted by Visit Maldives, Trans Maldivian Airways (TMA), and Coco Collection. Visit Maldives […]
Huvafen Fushi aligns with Forbes Travel Guide to elevate service standards
Huvafen Fushi, the resort internationally recognised for pioneering signature Maldivian luxury, has announced its official association with Forbes Travel Guide (FTG), the only independent global rating system dedicated to luxury hospitality. The decision marks a deliberate step for the resort, underscoring its commitment to meeting the gold standard of intuitive service on an international scale. […]
Christmas with Foo: Oaga Art Resort puts local artistry centre stage
This 2025-2026 festive season, Oaga Art Resort invites guests to experience the Maldives through the eyes of Foo, the island’s timeless and playful curator and storyteller. With every performance, every craft, and every meal, Foo brings the spirit of the islands to life, creating a celebration rooted in homegrown creativity, culture, and tradition. A Celebration […]
Chef Charith N. Silva leads festive Cake Mixing at Sun Siyam Olhuveli
Sun Siyam Olhuveli has ushered in the holiday season with a new twist on its much-loved annual Festive Cake Mixing event, held on 23 November. This year, the celebration was led by acclaimed Sri Lankan chef and viral social media personality Charith N. Silva, the creative force behind @wildcookbook and one of South Asia’s most […]
Visit Maldives launches industry engagement sessions
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) is inviting industry partners to participate in a series of targeted engagement sessions designed to strengthen collaboration and support the co-creation of strategies for promoting Maldives tourism. The initiative will provide a platform for stakeholders to share insights, raise concerns, and contribute ideas that will help shape programmes with greater relevance […]
New Feydhoo Hall positions dusitD2 Feydhoo Maldives as MICE Hub
Dusit Hotels and Resorts, the hotel division of Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hospitality and property development companies, has announced a significant milestone for its newest lifestyle resort, dusitD2 Feydhoo Maldives, with the forthcoming launch of Feydhoo Hall. The new venue introduces an accessible and elegant space designed to bring fresh energy to the […]
