JOALI Maldives recognised at Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia 2026
JOALI Maldives has been recognised in two categories at the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia 2026, receiving honours among the Best Resorts in the Maldives and for the Most Outrageous Villa. The recognition reflects the resort’s Creative Living philosophy, which brings together art, nature, wellbeing, sustainability and hospitality within the guest experience. Located in […]
JOALI Maldives brings artists, athletes and culinary talents to Summer Camp 2026
JOALI Maldives, the first and only art-immersive resort in the Maldives, has presented its Summer Camp 2026 programme, running from 1 July to 31 August 2026. Set against the backdrop of the Island of Joy, the immersive summer experience invites families to discover a world of creativity, adventure, culture and connection through an inspiring calendar […]
At JOALI Maldives, Pâtissier Karim Bourgi turns pastry into a lesson in precision
At JOALI Maldives, creativity is not confined to galleries, dining rooms or the architecture of its villas. It appears across the island in different forms: in art installations placed among palms, in design-led spaces that frame the lagoon, in culinary experiences that treat food as a medium of expression, and, during the Eid al-Adha break, […]
Fara Williams to lead football sessions at JOALI Maldives and JOALI BEING
JOALI has announced a partnership with retired footballer Fara Williams, who will visit JOALI Maldives and JOALI BEING this April to lead a series of football-related activities for guests and the local community. Fara Williams is among the most capped players in English football history, with 172 international appearances for the England women’s national team. […]
JOALI’s Duygu Tatar takes on expanded group-wide marketing leadership role
A senior-level appointment has taken place within the marketing and communications structure of the tourism brands operating under Gürok Group, one of Turkey’s leading private sector conglomerates. Duygu Tatar, currently serving as Senior Cluster Director of Marketing Communications at JOALI, has been appointed Group Tourism Director of Brand and Marketing Communications. In addition to her […]
JOALI Maldives celebrates Easter with Monet-inspired island experiences
JOALI Maldives, the Maldives’ first and only art-immersive resort, has officially unveiled its 2026 Easter theme: ‘Painted in Spring.’ From 1–12 April 2026, the island will transform into a vibrant tribute to Claude Monet, blending the natural beauty of the Maldives with world-class art, Michelin-starred gastronomy, and award-winning hospitality. As the most vibrant season at […]
JOALI appoints Lana Ghawi Zananiri as Global Director of Sales and Marketing
JOALI has announced the appointment of Lana Ghawi Zananiri as Global Director of Sales & Marketing, marking a significant step in the brand’s continued global growth and storytelling journey across its portfolio of distinctive island destinations. With over a decade of experience spanning luxury hospitality, integrated marketing, communications, and business development, Lana brings a strategic, […]
Zara Larsson welcomes 2026 with New Year performance at JOALI Maldives
Swedish singer and songwriter Zara Larsson ushered in the New Year with a live performance at JOALI Maldives, marking the arrival of 2026 with an evening that blended international pop with Maldivian cultural expression. Larsson performed as part of the resort’s New Year celebrations, held on 1 January 2026, delivering a set that included her […]
JOALI’s Joy of Caring: New paradigm for responsible luxury in Maldives
By Ali Naafiz and Mariyam Saliya Mohamed In the middle of Raa Atoll, two neighbouring islands are quietly reshaping the story of luxury in the Maldives. On Muravandhoo, JOALI Maldives welcomes guests into a world where art and design are woven into every corner of the island. Just a short distance away on Bodufushi, JOALI […]
JOALI Maldives marks 7 years of artistry, creative living
JOALI Maldives marks its seventh anniversary, celebrating a journey defined by artistry, service excellence, and the Joy of Creative Living — the philosophy that continues to shape its vision of meaningful luxury. In just seven years, this design-led resort has evolved from a bold newcomer into one of the most admired names in luxury hospitality […]
JOALI Maldives crowned champions of Tekkers Dhiraagu Resort Cup 2025
The Tekkers Dhiraagu Resort Cup 2025 reached a historic conclusion last night at Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa, where Joali Maldives claimed the ultimate title, triumphing in a thrilling Grand Final that marked the end of one of the most competitive editions of the tournament to date. JOALI Maldives were also the champions […]
JOALI Maldives’ Shameem Ali: Local expertise, global impact for reef conservation
For nearly two decades, Shameem Ali has dedicated his professional life to understanding and protecting the coral reefs of the Maldives. His journey began in 2005, when he joined Banyan Tree as a marine environmental officer. Looking back, he recalls that his interest in marine life started even earlier, when he became concerned about what […]
