Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives to host Kate Miller-Heidke in Oct 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives, in partnership with Music in Paradise, has announced that acclaimed Australian artist Kate Miller-Heidke will perform live at the private island resort from 3 – 10 October 2026. Renowned for her soaring vocals, magnetic stage presence and evocative storytelling, Kate is one of Australia’s most distinctive and celebrated performers. A […]
Missy Higgins to return to Kandooma Maldives for exclusive 2026 concert series
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives, together with event organisers Music in Paradise, have announced the return of one of Australia’s most celebrated singer-songwriters, Missy Higgins, for a series of intimate performances at the resort’s private island from 13–20 June 2026. Following her inaugural 2025 Maldives concerts, which drew rave reviews from fans and media alike, […]
Kandooma Spa introduces revitalised treatment menu for wellness, surf recovery
Kandooma Spa by COMO Shambhala at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives has unveiled a refreshed treatment menu, designed to revitalise the body and mind while supporting the island’s surf lifestyle. Building on its wellness philosophy, Kandooma Spa now offers dedicated detoxifying and recovery-focused treatments, ideal for guests looking to restore balance or recover from active […]
Kandooma dedicates 308 hours to local community for IHG ‘Giving for Good’ month
September holds a special place for the team at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives, an IHG hotel, as they join thousands of IHG colleagues worldwide in dedicating the month to community service through the annual IHG Giving for Good initiative. “IHG has hotels spanning more than 100 countries, and it’s this global reach that makes […]
Kandooma crowned Maldives’ top dive resort; offers free diving
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives has been crowned ‘Maldives Leading Dive Resort 2025’ at the prestigious World Travel Awards, marking a major milestone as the inaugural winner of this newly introduced category. The announcement was made at a glittering gala ceremony held on 29 June in Tanzania, attended by tourism and hospitality leaders from across […]
Award-winning Aussie duo The Presets to headline at Kandooma Maldives
Imagine your favourite music festival—but swap muddy fields for white sands, palm trees, and crystal-clear waters. In April 2026, acclaimed electronic duo The Presets will trade stadiums and festival crowds for an exclusive beachfront series of shows at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives, offering fans an intimate, once-in-a-lifetime island escape curated by Music in Paradise. […]
Kandooma Maldives to host F45 Festival fitness retreat
The private island Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives welcomes the return of Active Escapes fitness retreats 27 April to 4 May, with the 2025 F45 Festival added to the annual event line-up. Running 22-29 September 2025, the F45 Festival at Kandooma Maldives is a highlight on the Active Escapes event calendar, and perfect for those […]
Kandooma Maldives offers exciting Easter adventures
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives invites families to embrace the spirit of Easter with an exciting line-up of activities and themed experiences from 18 to 24 April 2025. Set on a private island in the South Malé Atoll, the resort offers the perfect setting for a memorable tropical Easter escape. A Week of Wholesome Adventures […]
Honouring people behind 40 years of Kandooma Maldives
As Kandooma Maldives celebrates 40 years of island hospitality, it pays tribute to its evolution as a world-class destination and to the people who have been at the heart of its success. Among them, Zakariyya Mahmood and Mohamed Hashim (fondly known as Modey) stand out as pillars of the island’s rich legacy. Their decades of […]
Four decades of memories: Kandooma Maldives marks 40th anniversary
Kandooma Island marks a significant milestone this year as it celebrates 40 years of unforgettable experiences, warm hospitality, and cherished memories. Since opening in 1985, it has become a destination where guests return time and again to explore, connect, and create lasting moments. To honour this incredible journey, Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives will host […]
Kandooma Maldives unveils exclusive dive package for certified divers
Certified divers have the opportunity to take advantage of the ‘Dive into Paradise’ offer at Kandooma Maldives, which was awarded Best Diving Resort in the Maldives at the 2023 TTM Awards. Renowned for its world-class dive sites, including the famous ‘Kandooma Thila’, located just five minutes from the island, the resort provides easy access to […]
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives showcases local heritage
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives showcases the archipelago nation’s rich Maldivian heritage to holidaymakers through specially curated guest experiences centred on exploration and learning. Guests are invited to experience the “Spirit of the Maldives” Tuesday weekly event, which features a lavish buffet dinner with all the traditional favourites. Local Maldivian cuisine is influenced by the […]
