Festive season 2026: Marriott International unveils celebrations across Maldives luxury portfolio
The festive season often brings some of the simplest moments into focus: long lunches that extend into the afternoon, children discovering somewhere new, and conversations without the pressure of being elsewhere. In the Maldives, that time together unfolds naturally between ocean and shore, with each island establishing its own rhythm for multigenerational families, couples and […]
The Ritz-Carlton connects Singapore and Maldives in dual-destination journey
The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore and The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands come together to inspire a multi-destination journey pairing the vibrant energy of Singapore with the natural beauty and tranquility of the Maldives, ideal for those looking to experience two distinct sides of Asia in unparalleled luxury. Just approximately four hours apart, with two daily nonstop […]
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands unveils ‘Rise of the Phoenix’ Halloween celebration
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands, invites guests to celebrate Mid-Autumn as it unfolds into Halloween with Rise of the Phoenix, a week-long island celebration from October 26 to November 1, 2026. Inspired by the mythical Phoenix and its journey of transformation, resilience, and renewal, the resort reimagines Halloween through the colours and natural beauty of […]
Marriott Bonvoy Maldives resorts invite Saudi travellers to celebrate National Day
As the Saudi National Day holiday approaches, the Maldives offers an irresistible invitation to slow down and reconnect with the people who matter most. Just a short-haul journey from the Kingdom yet a world away from everyday life, its turquoise lagoons, white-sand beaches, and private island settings provide the perfect backdrop for family gatherings, milestone […]
SUSHISAMBA Dubai to bring three-night pop-up to The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands
SUSHISAMBA Dubai, the multi-award-winning dining destination perched 51 floors above The Palm Jumeirah, is taking its renowned energy to the shores of the Indian Ocean. From Friday, September 25 to Sunday, September 27 September 2026, SUSHISAMBA Dubai arrives at The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands for an exclusive three-night pop-up at EAU Bar, spotlighting Dubai’s thriving […]
One team, one table: Inside The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands’ award-winning F&B operation
At The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands, the F&B and culinary operation is built around a principle that both the kitchen and service teams return to throughout the day: guest needs first. In 2026, that approach was recognised when the resort’s F&B and Culinary Team won F&B & Culinary Team of the Year at the Hotelier […]
Malsa Shiyam: Growing through hospitality, leading through award-winning service
For Aminath Malsa Shiyam, Assistant Guest Relations Manager at The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands, hospitality has been a journey shaped by work, learning and people. Her recognition as Concierge / Guest Service Personality of the Year at the Hotelier Maldives Awards 2026 marks a point in a career that began with an internship and has […]
Fari Islands Festival 2026 unveils expanded line-up with Rosamund Pike, Milind Soman
The Fari Islands Festival returns from 13 to 15 August 2026, bringing together Patina Maldives, Fari Islands and The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands for a second edition. The festival expands its 2026 programme with the addition of Milind Soman, DJ FS Green and National Geographic, joining festival headliner Rosamund Pike alongside an exceptional collective of […]
Five Marriott Bonvoy resorts shine in Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026
Marriott International has announced that five properties from its Marriott Bonvoy portfolio in the Maldives have been recognised in the prestigious Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026. Curated by the editors of Travel + Leisure Southeast Asia, Hong Kong & Macau and voted on by discerning readers worldwide, the annual awards celebrate the […]
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands celebrates fifth anniversary with month-long guest programme
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands marks its fifth anniversary in paradise, celebrating its internationally acclaimed service excellence which defines its place among the world’s most distinguished luxury resorts. This June, a month-long programme will showcase the property’s signature approach to guest experiences celebrating the pinnacle of transformative travel and the evolution of this unique resort […]
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands’ Mariyam Shaghaf, winner of Hotelier Maldives Awards 2025, wins LQA Sirius Award 2026
Mariyam Shaghaf of The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands has won an LQA Sirius Award 2026, adding another international accolade to a year that has already brought her major recognition in luxury hospitality. Shaghaf was named among the winners announced by LQA, which describes the Sirius Awards as the only global awards dedicated exclusively to frontline […]
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands expands 2026 Masters of Crafts programme with new summer residencies
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands has unveiled an updated schedule for its 2026 Masters of Crafts programme, introducing new visiting experts and revised dates for several experiences as part of the resort’s fifth anniversary celebrations and Summer Collective programme. The year-long programme brings together specialists across culinary arts, wellness, music, sustainability, astronomy, mixology and surfing […]
