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 […]
Soneva Secret named among world’s best new hotels in Condé Nast Traveller’s 2025 Hot List
Every year, the editors of Condé Nast Traveller dedicate months to exploring new travel experiences around the world, from groundbreaking dining concepts to reimagined retreats and ambitious new hotel openings. Now in its 29th edition, the Hot List is considered one of the most anticipated recognitions in the global travel and hospitality industry. This year’s […]
Teachers from 15 schools trained to champion sustainability through Fehi Madharusa Framework
Ministry of Education, the National Institute of Education (NIE), and Soneva Namoona has concluded a two-day Fehi Madharusa Training of Trainers (TOT) workshop on Monday in Dharavandhoo, having brought together 42 teachers from 15 schools across Baa and Noonu Atolls. The workshop that aimed to empower educators with the skills and knowledge to implement the […]
Soneva Fushi hosts global experts for coral reef restoration dialogue
Recognising the urgent plight of coral reefs in the Maldives and around the world, the Soneva Foundation Coral Restoration programme convened a landmark dialogue from January 9 to 12, 2025, at Soneva Fushi in the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The event brought together leading coral scientists, marine conservationists and innovative finance experts to chart […]
Soneva Namoona, local island councils celebrate 6 years of transformative environmental impact in Maldives
Soneva Namoona, a local NGO pioneering innovative waste management solutions, and representatives from eleven councils from Baa and Noonu atolls gathered at Soneva Fushi to celebrate 6 years of delivering positive environmental outcomes in the Maldives. The collaborative efforts between Soneva Namoona and the councils have created pathbreaking solutions for sustainable waste management on the […]
Baa Maalhos hosts Alun Balun Resale Market to celebrate World Tourism Day
Women’s Development Committees (WDCs) of six islands in Baa. Atoll hosted a special edition of the Alun Balun Resale Market on Friday at Baa. Maalhos to commemorate World Tourism Day, marked on September 27th every year. This Alun Balun Resale market was led by the Women’s Development Committees (WDC)’s of Baa Maalhos, Dharavandhoo, Kihaadhoo, Dhonfanu, […]
Soneva’s 2023 winter collection: Discover magic of festive season
Pioneering resort brand Soneva has announced its latest collection of exclusive, seasonal experiences for guests at Soneva Fushi and Soneva Jani in the Maldives and Soneva Kiri in Thailand. Setting the scene for unforgettable memories, the Winter Collection features curated feasts from Michelin-starred chefs, bespoke treatments by world-renowned wellness specialists and an exciting children’s holiday […]
Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2023: Lessons from Soneva Namoona on making CSR meaningful, strategic, sustainable
Katarzyna ‘Kash’ Izydorczyk, Director of Operations and Community Engagement at Soneva Namoona, shared her insights and experiences on how to create meaningful corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives that go beyond token gestures and address the real needs of communities. She was speaking at the Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) Forum 2023, which took place at […]
Soneva Namoona’s Kash Izydorczyk to speak on meaningful CSR at Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2023
Hotelier Maldives, the leading tourism and hospitality publication in Maldives, has announced Katarzyna ‘Kash’ Izydorczyk as one of the keynote speakers at the upcoming Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) Forum 2023. Kash Izydorczyk, the Director of Operations and Community Engagement for Soneva Namoona, will take the stage at Bandos Maldives on October 19, 2023, to […]
Soneva Namoona holds Leaders of the Ocean Camp for Youth
Soneva Namoona in collaboration with Maldives Swimming and Life Saving Skills Training School held a 10 day Leaders of the Ocean amp in Baa. Kihaadhoo, aimed towards training swimming instructors and empowering ocean stewards. The camp saw 18 participants from 11 islands from Noonu (Holhudhoo, Magoodhoo, Maafaru, Kudafari), Baa (Kendhoo, Kamadhoo, Kudarikilu, Kihaadhoo, Dharavandhoo and […]
Soneva Secret: New, ultra-bespoke resort concept from Soneva unveiled
Soneva, the world-leading sustainable resorts operator, has revealed the launch of the new, ultra-bespoke Soneva Secret. Located in Haa Dhaalu, the Maldives’ most remote atoll, the debut Soneva Secret 2024 will welcome its first guests on January 10, 2024. Thirty years in the making, the Soneva Secret resort concept builds upon Soneva’s experience at the […]
Renowned German Chef Tim Raue to helm Flying Sauces at Soneva Fushi
Germany’s best chef and entrepreneur Tim Raue is collaborating with award-winning sustainable luxury resorts operator Soneva to bring Berlin’s two Michelin-starred Restaurant Tim Raue to Soneva Fushi in the Maldives. He will be delighting guests at the resort’s popular fine dining zipline restaurant, Flying Sauces, during an exclusive residency from October 12, 2023 to January […]
