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 […]
Soneva and Olive Ridley Project open largest sea turtle rehab centre in Maldives
Soneva has partnered with the Olive Ridley Project (ORP), a non-profit organisation, to launch the Noonu Atoll Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Centre in the Maldives. Situated at Soneva Jani, this facility is the largest of ORP’s three sea turtle rehabilitation centres in the country. It functions as a step-down facility for sea turtles that no longer […]
N. Magoodhoo launches reusable nappy programme for children
The island of N. Magoodhoo has initiated Budu Fothi, a pioneering reusable nappy program supported by the Women’s Development Committee, Island Council, Health Centre, and Soneva Namoona. Budu Fothi was officially launched at an event held on Monday in N. Magoodhoo with participating families. As part of the initiative, the community will be trialing reusable […]
Soneva Fushi, Jani target 50% of energy from solar power in 2024
Soneva, the award-winning sustainable luxury resort operator, is making significant strides in its commitment to renewable energy, with a focus on solar energy in the Maldives. For 2024, both Soneva Fushi in the Baa Atoll and Soneva Jani in the Noonu Atoll have targeted close to 50 percent of their energy needs to be generated […]
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 […]
