Masters of Crafts 2026 to bring global artistry to The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands has unveiled its Masters of Crafts programme for 2026, presenting a year-long series of residencies and collaborations designed to celebrate artistry, innovation and cultural exchange. The programme brings together internationally recognised figures across culinary arts, mixology, wellness, sport, music and design, inviting guests to engage with craftsmanship at its highest […]
Masters of Crafts 2026 begins with sound and movement duo at Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands has launched its 2026 Masters of Crafts season with a sound-and-motion duo featuring singer-songwriter Madison McFerrin and movement therapist Jacy Cunningham, Founder of the Jacy Method. Their joint residency will take place from 19 to 26 January, opening the resort’s annual programme that highlights distinguished talent across diverse creative and […]
Marriott’s resorts in Maldives shine in Condé Nast Traveller Middle East Awards 2025
Marriott International has announced that three Luxury Group resorts within the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio in the Maldives have been recognised in the inaugural Condé Nast Traveller Middle East Readers’ Choice Awards 2025. The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands, JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa, and W Maldives were honoured in key categories across this first regional […]
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands showcases 2025 sustainability milestones and 2026 targets
Part of the innovative Fari Islands lifestyle concept, The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands has embedded sustainability into its operations since its opening in 2021. Rooted in environmentally conscious architecture and design, the resort reflects on a year of significant achievements while outlining its goals for 2026. Environment & Conservation A destination that has become an […]
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands unveils ‘Celestial Festive’ celebrations
As the year draws to a close, The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands invites guests to embrace the wonder of the cosmos with Celestial Festive, an experience inspired by the mysteries and harmony of the universe. From December 22, 2025, to January 9, 2026, the resort will transform into a sanctuary of starlight and serenity that […]
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands to host exclusive tennis event with WTA champion Belinda Bencic
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands is set to host an exclusive tennis exhibition this November, featuring WTA Tour Champion Belinda Bencic. The resort will offer guests an extraordinary weekend of tennis, including exhibition play and immersive workshops under the Maldivian sky. This unique event is designed as a celebration of sport and community, allowing guests […]
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands hosts Liu Bolin and Maison Ruinart in landmark artistic residency
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands has announced a landmark residency that brings together two cultural icons – acclaimed Chinese performance artist and photographer Liu Bolin, known as The Invisible Man, and Maison Ruinart, the world’s first established Champagne house and a long-standing patron of the arts. Taking place from 27 to 30 November, the collaboration […]
Fari Islands Festival concludes with poetry, music, and community celebration
The closing evening of the Fari Islands Festival on 21 September concluded with poetry, music, and community gatherings across the Fari Islands. Guests assembled at Amarta, Patina Maldives, for Rupi Kaur’s performance, Echoes of Connection. Set against the backdrop of James Turrell’s Skyspace, the internationally acclaimed poet engaged the audience with verses exploring love, healing, […]
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands to host week-long Autumn and Halloween Festival
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands, is preparing to welcome guests to a week-long Autumn Festival with Halloween-themed celebrations running from 30 October to 5 November. The programme features a variety of activities designed for families, couples, and individual travellers, with events ranging from treasure hunts and creative workshops to wellness sessions and exclusive dining experiences. […]
How Oscar Postma champions teamwork, purpose-driven service at The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands
By Maaish Mohamed and Mariyam Saliya Mohamed Oscar Postma’s journey to the Maldives was both a personal and professional evolution. Having spent over six years in the structured, fast-paced environment of Singapore, where guest interactions were often brief and transactional, his move to The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands introduced a different rhythm. “The biggest difference […]
WAGYUMAFIA to headline culinary experience at inaugural Fari Islands Festival
This September, the Fari Islands Archipelago in the North Malé Atoll will play host to the inaugural Fari Islands Festival—an immersive celebration of music, art, gastronomy, wellness, and nature, scheduled from 19 to 22 September 2025. The festival promises a convergence of globally acclaimed creatives and thought leaders, including celebrated Canadian poet and illustrator Rupi […]
Nurturing leadership from within: Deanne Garling on empowering talent at The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands
By Maaish Mohamed and Mariyam Saliya Mohamed At The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands, the drive for excellence is grounded not only in delivering guest satisfaction but also in empowering its people. Deanne Garling, Director of Human Resources, plays a central role in this effort. Her leadership and commitment to developing local talent were recently recognised […]
