JOALI Maldives scales up reef restoration as coral plantings surpass 11,000
JOALI Maldives, the Maldives’ first art-immersive resort, marks a significant new chapter in its long-term commitment to marine conservation as its JOALI Reef Restoration Programme (JRRP) continues to expand across the waters surrounding Muravandhoo Island. Developed to support the natural recovery and resilience of the island’s surrounding reef ecosystem, the programme has grown over the […]
JOALI Maldives transforms island into a living stage for Christmas and New Year
JOALI Maldives, the Maldives’ first art-immersive resort, has announced its 2026 festive theme, Life is a Theatre – The Island Takes the Stage. Inspired by the grandeur, artistry and enchantment of historic theatres, the island will transform into a living stage for a season shaped by spectacle, emotion and creative living. From 20 December 2026 […]
JOALI BEING unveils ‘Tides of Tradition’ festive programme for 2026
This festive season, JOALI BEING invites guests to embrace the warmth of togetherness with Tides of Tradition, a joyful celebration inspired by the rhythm of the ocean and the timeless traditions that bring people together. From 22 December 2026 to 8 January 2027, the well-living island will reimagine the festive season through the Joy of […]
Grand Slam champions Elena Rybakina and Ana Ivanović to host tennis experiences at JOALI Maldives
JOALI Maldives has announced two exclusive tennis residencies with Grand Slam champions Elena Rybakina and Ana Ivanović, bringing world-class tennis to the island across November and the festive season. Designed for both adults and younger players, the residencies offer guests the rare opportunity to step onto the court with two of the sport’s most accomplished […]
JOALI Maldives ranked no. 2 resort in Asia, no. 3 hotel in the world
JOALI Maldives has announced its recognition as the No. 2 Resort in Asia and No. 3 in the World’s Top 100 Hotels in the prestigious Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2026. Celebrating the world’s most exceptional hotels, resorts, cities, islands, airlines, and travel experiences, the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards are among the […]
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 […]
JOALI BEING concludes Eid al-Adha celebrations with Saudi culinary residency
JOALI BEING has concluded its Eid al-Adha celebrations, which took place from 25 to 31 May 2026, bringing together families, culture, culinary discovery and shared experiences through a curated programme inspired by generosity, togetherness and reflection. A central feature of this year’s celebrations was an exclusive culinary residency by Saudi chef Nawal Alkhalawi, who joined […]
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, […]
JOALI BEING unveils 2026 B’Kidult Summer Programme
JOALI BEING, the Maldives’ well-living island where guests come to feel lighter, happier and more energised, has unveiled the 2026 edition of its annual B’Kidult Summer Programme, taking place from 1 July to 31 August 2026. Centred around the narrative of Transform, Recharge & Flow, this year’s programme reimagines family travel as a meaningful journey […]
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 BEING to celebrate Easter 2026 with ‘Colours of Renewal’ programme
This Easter, JOALI BEING — the transformative, well-living island in the Maldives — invites guests to embrace the vitality and beauty of colour through its 2026 theme, “Colours of Renewal”. Taking place from 1 to 12 April 2026, the programme draws inspiration from the joy, freshness and energy that colour brings to life, encouraging guests […]
