Award-winning Fushifaru Maldives celebrated globally in 2025
Fushifaru Maldives has announced a series of distinguished accolades and nominations in 2025, further cementing its position as a leading name in boutique luxury hospitality. The resort has been awarded Maldives’ Leading Boutique Resort 2025 by the prestigious World Travel Awards, a significant milestone that highlights Fushifaru’s continued excellence in offering personalised service rooted in […]
Milaidhoo Maldives: A season of timeless festive stories
This festive season, the story of celebration unfolds on the soft shores of Milaidhoo, a natural island hideaway nestled in the heart of the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. From December 22nd, 2025, to January 6th, 2026, Milaidhoo extends a warm invitation to guests to step into its Season of Timeless Festive Stories, a thoughtfully […]
Baros Maldives unveils new Chef’s Garden dining for unique culinary experiences
Baros Maldives, the original desert island renowned for its authentic charm and exceptional service, has announced the launch of its innovative Chef’s Garden dining experiences. This new offering further distinguishes Baros within the Maldivian fine dining landscape, underscoring its commitment to sustainable tourism and providing guests with immersive culinary journeys inspired by the island’s natural […]
Dive into stillness: COMO Maalifushi unveils freediving with Fahd Faiz
COMO Maalifushi has announced the launch of its new freediving programme, developed in collaboration with Fahd Faiz, the first Maldivian freediving instructor and a prominent advocate for marine conservation in the country. This initiative reflects the resort’s ongoing commitment to delivering transformative guest experiences while promoting sustainability, education, and professional development within its team. Running […]
Siyam World unveils Maldives’ first large-scale Plastic Upcycling Centre
In a significant milestone for sustainable hospitality in the Maldives, Siyam World Maldives has launched the country’s first dedicated Plastic Upcycling Centre in partnership with the local environmental NGO CLEAN Maldives. This pioneering initiative marks a major advancement in sustainable resort practices and is already prompting wider dialogue across the nation regarding responsible waste management […]
Farah Khan’s viral Maldives vlog puts local hospitality, culture in spotlight
Renowned Bollywood choreographer and filmmaker Farah Khan has provided a significant promotional boost for the Maldivian tourism sector, showcasing the destination’s unique blend of luxury, adventure, and authentic local culture in a recent viral vlog. The video, which has garnered widespread acclaim online, documents her holiday in the Maldives, made particularly special as she was […]
Nurturing leadership from within: Deanne Garling on empowering talent at The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands
By Maaish Mohamed and Mariyam Saliya Mohamed At The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands, the drive for excellence is grounded not only in delivering guest satisfaction but also in empowering its people. Deanne Garling, Director of Human Resources, plays a central role in this effort. Her leadership and commitment to developing local talent were recently recognised […]
Amilla Maldives appoints Gaurav Makhijani as Director of Sales
Amilla Maldives has announced the appointment of seasoned hospitality professional Gaurav Makhijani as its new Director of Sales. The move is set to bolster the resort’s commercial strategy and drive its continued growth in the global luxury travel market. Gaurav Makhijani steps into the role with an impressive career spanning over 14 years in luxury […]
SOUL Festival 2025 returns to Soneva Fushi with transformational line-up
If the terms ‘peak performance’ and ‘breathwork’ are not yet part of one’s vocabulary, they are likely to be after five days at SOUL Festival 2025. Set to take place from 9th to 13th October at Soneva Fushi in the Maldives, this year’s edition marks the highly anticipated return of Jamie Wheal and Julie Webster, […]
Maldives welcomes 1,000-member Indian incentive group in landmark MICE event
Visit Maldives Corporation, in collaboration with Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL), arranged a special welcome at Velana International Airport for a 1,000-member incentive group from India, organised by the prominent Indian travel platform PickYourTrail. This significant MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) visit highlights the Maldives’ growing appeal as a premier destination for corporate and […]
Where every traveller belongs: JW Marriott Maldives offers tailored escapes for all ages
Long celebrated as a quintessential romantic escape, the Maldives is now enchanting travellers of every age — from families with children and teenagers to couples and solo adventurers. The JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa presents a setting where guests can share extraordinary experiences and create lasting memories, whether they are seeking exhilarating marine encounters, […]
Seventeen Maldivian resorts commit to safeguarding vital seagrass meadows
Seventeen resorts across the Maldives have united in a pledge to protect the country’s vital seagrass habitats, forming the #SeagrassIndustryLeader Circle through a collaborative initiative led by Maldives Resilient Reefs (MRR) and the Blue Marine Foundation. The launch ceremony, held on Dhiffushi Island, recognised the participating resorts for their leadership in marine conservation and commitment […]
