Villa Resorts Maldives earns 9.1 rating, securing premier halal-friendly destination status
Villa Resorts Maldives has achieved a remarkable 9.1 rating across its properties — Villa Nautica, Villa Park, and Royal Island — reinforcing its position as a premier halal-friendly destination in the Maldives. Recognised with the HalalBooking Guest Review Award, this distinction highlights Villa Resorts’ dedication to delivering exceptional experiences tailored to halal-conscious travellers. Each property […]
Eid al-Adha at COMO Cocoa Island, COMO Maalifushi
As families gather to mark the sacred occasion of Eid Al Adha, COMO Cocoa Island and COMO Maalifushi invite guests to embrace the spirit of togetherness in the unparalleled serenity of the Maldives. Against the backdrop of turquoise lagoons and white-sand shores, each resort has thoughtfully curated experiences that blend culinary tradition with island elegance. […]
KSL Capital Partners takes majority stake in Maldives-based Soneva
KSL Capital Partners, a leading alternative investment firm, on Friday announced that an affiliate has taken a majority interest in the Soneva Group, a pioneer in sustainable luxury hospitality since 1995 with award-winning resorts in the Maldives, following the exercise of its right to convert certain securities. The transaction builds on the firm’s initial minority […]
Dreams into diplomas: Patina Maldives empowers team members via world-class hospitality education
At 18, Ali Shiyaz made a choice shaped more by circumstance than desire. He left school behind and stepped into the world of resort work—not for adventure, but for survival. Education would have to wait. A decade later, dressed in a graduation gown instead of a staff uniform, Shiyaz stood in the library of Patina […]
Amilla Maldives offers vibrant Eid festivities
Amilla Maldives warmly invites guests to experience a heartfelt Eid celebration from 6 to 9 June 2025, where four days of vibrant tradition and island joy unfold. The festivities blend colourful parades, rhythmic Boduberu performances, and graceful dances with creative family crafts, soothing spa rituals, and spirited beach games. Guests can unwind with sunset sips […]
Dusit Thani Maldives launches Well-Fest holistic wellbeing programme
Dusit Thani Maldives, the five-star luxury resort in the heart of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll, has announced the launch of Well-Fest, a week-long celebration of holistic wellbeing, set against the breathtaking backdrop of sun, sand, and sea. Taking place throughout the whole month of June, Well-Fest brings together a curated line-up of […]
Anantara Kihavah introduces Maldives’ first magnesium-based spa treatments
Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas unveils a transformative new chapter in wellness with the launch of the Maldives’ first Magnesium-based spa treatments, redefining holistic healing for the modern traveller. In partnership with “Of The Islands”, a pioneering wellness brand that harnesses the power of the world’s only natural source of pure magnesium chloride—extracted 1,500 metres below […]
From seaplane to sunset dinner: Everything’s included at Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives
Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives has introduced a limited-time seasonal offer designed for travellers looking to immerse themselves in a fully curated, no-planning-required escape. As recent travel trends show, over 70% of leisure travellers now prefer all-inclusive holidays for the ease, value, and peace of mind they offer especially when planning longer stays. In response to this […]
Discover ‘Seven Wonders’ of Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu
Located in the Baa Atoll, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu invites guests to experience the Maldives in its most natural state. An eco-luxury resort in the Maldives, which has been recognised as one of the top resorts in the Indian Ocean by the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2024, Coco Palm […]
Fall in love with Maldives this Eid al-Adha with Centara Hotels & Resorts
Eid Al Adha is just around the corner, making it the perfect time to take a well-deserved break. Set against a backdrop of turquoise waters and powder-soft beaches, and blending Centara’s signature Thai hospitality with authentic Maldivian charm, these four unique properties, Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives, Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives, Centara Ras Fushi Resort & […]
SO/ Maldives unveils stylish island celebration this Eid
This Eid Al Adha, SO/ Maldives is turning tradition into a trend, delivering haute holiday vibes with a curated celebration where luxury meets legacy. Nestled like a jewel in the Emboodhoo Lagoon and just a sleek 15-minute speedboat ride from Malé International Airport, the avant-garde island escape invites fashion-forward travellers to celebrate Eid with flair, […]
Atmosphere Foundation, MNU announce joint bamboo research project
The Maldives National University (MNU) and Atmosphere Foundation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to research project on bamboo in the Maldives. MNU Vice Chancellor Dr Aishath Shehenaz Adam officiated the Memorandum of Understanding on behalf of the Maldives National University during a formal ceremony held at the central campus in Malé on Wednesday. […]
