Thousand dives and lifetime of memories: Kate and Andy’s journey with Bandos Maldives
Bandos Maldives recently marked a significant milestone with two of its most loyal guests, Kate and Andy, who have shared a long-standing connection with the island. Andy achieved an impressive feat by completing his 900th dive, all undertaken with Dive Bandos. His wife, Kate, surpassed this accomplishment by reaching her 1000th dive, with over 900 […]
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau introduces Tai Chi for internal peace in honour of Mental Health Awareness
As the seasons change, InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort invites guests to slow down and reconnect with themselves through a tranquil wellness retreat. In observance of World Mental Health Day on 10 October, the resort will host an exclusive ‘Tai Chi for Internal Peace’ session led by visiting practitioner Thana Jindashotinun, followed by complimentary one-on-one consultations. […]
JOALI Maldives illuminates festive season with ‘Rise & Shine’ celebration
JOALI Maldives, the Maldives’ first and only art-immersive resort, is set to welcome guests to a radiant festive season celebration under the theme ‘Rise & Shine’ — a tribute to joy, beauty, and inner light. Taking place from 21 December 2025 to 10 January 2026, the Raa Atoll retreat will transform into a celestial haven […]
Season of connection and renewal: JOALI BEING unveils festive programme
JOALI BEING, the Maldives’ exclusive Well-Living island, will embrace the timeless spirit of a Traditional Christmas this festive season, guided by its core ethos of joy, connection, wellbeing, and family. From 20 December 2025 to 11 January 2026, the island will transform into a sanctuary of festive wonder, where cherished traditions harmoniously blend with transformative […]
Visit Maldives, Liverpool FC launch ‘Penalty to Paradise’ campaign
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC), in partnership with Liverpool Football Club (LFC), has launched an innovative new campaign titled “Penalty to Paradise”, combining the thrill of football with the allure of luxury travel. Running from October 2025 to January 2026, the four-month campaign will engage football fans globally while reinforcing the Maldives’ position as a leading […]
Christmas and New Year to remember with Centara Hotels & Resorts in Maldives
As the festive season draws near, Centara Hotels & Resorts Maldives invites guests to celebrate the holidays amid the beauty of the Indian Ocean. Each of its distinct island destinations blends the warmth of Maldivian hospitality with the timeless traditions of the season. From family-friendly adventures to serene adult escapes, guests can choose from four […]
Angsana Velavaru appoints Artemasius Harefa as new Wellbeing Director
Angsana Velavaru has announced the appointment of Artemasius Harefa, affectionately known as Arthe, as its new Wellbeing Director. With more than two decades of experience in the hospitality and wellbeing industry, Arthe brings a wealth of expertise gained across Asia and the Middle East, having held leadership positions at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru, Angsana Saranam, Banyan […]
The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort unveils festive collaboration with Chef Grégory Doyen
The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort is continuing its acclaimed Tastemaker Series, a curated programme of exceptional collaborations with world-renowned chefs, artists, and creative visionaries, with the arrival of Chef Grégory Doyen, one of the most distinctive talents in contemporary pastry art. Born in Burgundy, France, into a family of artists, Chef Doyen discovered his […]
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives welcomes JODOKCELLO for exclusive barefoot performance
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives, in collaboration with BRICS Entertainment, has announced the continuation of the global journey of JODOKCELLO — the barefoot cellist from the Swiss Alps whose performances have reached millions worldwide. Born in the hills of Emmental, Switzerland, Jodok Vuille, known professionally as JODOKCELLO, has transformed the way audiences experience classical music. Having built […]
Minor Hotels appoints Jason Kruse to lead Anantara Maldives Complex as General Manager
Minor Hotels, a global hotels owner and operator with over 560 properties in 59 countries, has announced the appointment of Jason Kruse as Complex General Manager of Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort, Anantara Veli Maldives Resort, and Naladhu Private Island Maldives. An accomplished hospitality professional with over 20 years of experience, Jason brings a wealth of […]
Ifuru Island Maldives welcomes Himalayan wellness expert Devendra Pokhriyal for exclusive residency
Xanadu Spa at Ifuru Island Maldives has announced the arrival of Devendra Pokhriyal, a highly regarded wellness practitioner from the Himalayan foothills of India, who will serve as a Visiting Practitioner from 23 October 2025 to 7 January 2026. Guests will have the exclusive opportunity to experience his renowned healing therapies during this four-month residency. […]
Sun Siyam Resorts invites travellers worldwide to ‘Win the Maldivian Spirit’
Sun Siyam Resorts has announced the launch of its global Instagram giveaway, Win the Maldivian Spirit, marking a key milestone in the group’s 35th anniversary celebrations of Maldivian hospitality. Running from October to November 2025, the campaign invites travellers from around the world to experience the Maldives in style, with one winner and three companions […]
