Angsana Velavaru to host gala dinners, cooking classes with two-Michelin...
Angsana Velavaru has announced plans to host multi-Michelin winning Chef Rolf Fliegauf for an exclusive guest appearance in November. The two-Michelin starred chef brings his unmatched cooking finesse...
View ArticleConrad Maldives opens world’s first undersea residence, THE MURAKA
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island has officially opened THE MURAKA, world’s first undersea residence. Now welcoming guests to dive into an extraordinary experience both above and below the surface of the...
View ArticleVelaa Private Island wins Condé Nast Traveler 2018 Readers’ Choice Award
Velaa Private Island has won the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards as one of the top resorts in Indian Ocean. At the 31st annual Readers’ Choice Awards, the ultra-luxury resort scored 99.19 to...
View ArticleOne&Only Reethi Rah introduces captivating mixology, inspiring events
One&Only Reethi Rah is introducing new culinary and mixology experiences as well as inspiriting events for guests to discover. Complementing the resort’s diverse restaurants and chic bars and...
View ArticleThe Marina @ CROSSROADS: Maldives’ first integrated lifestyle destination
CROSSROADS, the first integrated lifestyle destination in the Maldives, is set to open in early 2019. The development by leading Thai developer Singha Estate sits at Emboodhoo Lagoon, just a 15-minute...
View ArticleAnantara’s Maldives resorts shine at World Travel Awards’ regional edition
Two resorts in Maldives operated by Thailand-based Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas has won prestigious titles at the regional edition of the 2018 World Travel Awards. At the African and Indian...
View ArticleLily Beach Resort reopens Vibes Bar after upgrade
Lily Beach Resort and Spa Maldives has reopened its Vibes Bar after a major upgrade. On October 14, the resort invited its guests to a cocktail party to celebrate the reopening of Vibes Bar, with live...
View ArticleSix Senses Laamu recognised as leaders in marine conservation at Skål...
Six Senses Laamu has been named Marine and Coastal category winner at the 17th Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards. Three independent sustainability experts judged 62 entrees from 31...
View ArticleTaj Exotica Maldives named amongst top resorts at Condé Nast Traveler 2018...
Condé Nast Traveler has recognised Taj Exotica Resort and Spa Maldives as one of the top resorts in Indian Ocean. At the 31st annual Readers’ Choice Awards, Taj Exotica was ranked at the second with a...
View ArticleBrendan Corcoran appointed General Manager at The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo...
Marriott International has announced the appointment of Brendan Corcoran as General Manager of The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, representing the debut of Westin Hotels & Resorts in the...
View ArticleAnantara’s Maldives resorts shine at Condé Nast Traveler 2018 Readers’ Choice...
Thailand based Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas has won the coveted Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Award for its three properties in the Maldives. At the 31st annual Readers’ Choice Awards,...
View ArticlePlanhotel Hospitality Group takes over Bathala, to reopen in 2019 under...
Planhotel Hospitality Group has taken over Bathala Island Resort, with plans to reopen the resort in 2019 under the Swiss hotel chain’s Sandies Hotels & Resorts brand after a major upgrade....
View ArticleJoys of festive season at Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi
It’s the season to celebrate. It’s the season to give. A season for indulgence and time for family and friends. The festive season is fast approaching, and the Maldives with its seamless blend of...
View ArticleManta Air welcomes first aircraft
Manta Air has welcomed the first aircraft to its fleet as the brand new domestic airline prepares to begin commercial flight operations soon. A special function was held Monday afternoon at the Maamehi...
View ArticleEx-tennis pros with 32 Grand Slam wins to offer lessons at Soneva’s Maldives...
Soneva is set to welcome two former Swedish tennis pros and one former Australian tennis pro to Soneva Fushi and Soneva Jani during the festive season to offer guests one-on-one coaching sessions and...
View ArticleGrand Park Kodhipparu Maldives named top Luxury New Resort in Indian Ocean
Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives has won the “Luxury New Resort” award in the Indian Ocean category at the recently concluded 2018 World Luxury Hotel Awards. Having only opened since mid 2017, Grand...
View ArticleKuredu Resort Maldives announces extra bed promotion
Kuredu Resort Maldives has announced a permanent extra bed promotion. The offer, which is valid only for direct bookings and guests on the full board meal plan, allows guests to be closer to their...
View ArticleSix Senses Laamu named amongst top resorts at Condé Nast Traveler 2018...
Six Senses Laamu has been named amongst the top resorts in Indian Ocean. At the 31st annual Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards, Six Senses Laamu scored 98.52 to secure the 10th place on the...
View ArticleW Maldives to host culinary experience with world-renowned Chef Mads Refslund
W Maldives has announced plans to host an exclusive culinary experience with Chef Mads Refslund, co-founder the two Michelin-starred Noma restaurant. Chef Refslund will be at W Maldives from November...
View ArticleIndian low-cost carrier IndiGo begins Maldives service
Indian low-cost carrier IndiGo has launched flight operations to the Maldives, directly connecting Indian cities of Kochi, Bangalore and Mumbai to Male. The inaugural flight from Kochi landed at the...
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