Trip.com’s Ru Yi at Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2025: AI, connection and future of travel

At the ninth edition of the Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) Forum 2025, Ru Yi, Assistant Vice President of International Markets, APAC at Trip.com Group, delivered a keynote address titled ‘Travel in the Age of Digital Transformation.’...

The Nautilus Maldives reimagines Valentine’s as celebration of unwritten moments

This Valentine’s Day, The Nautilus Maldives invites guests to immerse themselves in Unwritten Nights — a celebration of love that unfolds freely, without schedules or scripts. At this ultra-luxury bohemian private island retreat, romance flows at...

Season shaped by sea: Kandolhu Maldives unveils its 2025 festive celebrations

Kandolhu Maldives has unveiled its festive programme for the 2025 holiday season, running from 19 December through to the New Year, promising guests a celebration filled with style, warmth, and Maldivian charm. The island’s festive calendar blends...

Milaidhoo Maldives introduces The Gentlemen’s Retreat in honour of International Men’s Day

In celebration of International Men’s Day on 19 November 2025, Milaidhoo Maldives has announced The Gentlemen’s Retreat — a bespoke wellness experience exclusively designed for the modern gentleman. Offered as both a transformative three-day...

Maldives Nears Record Tourism Target with 1.7 Million Arrivals — 10% Growth Driven by Strong Chinese Market

Tourist arrivals to the Maldives have surpassed 1.7 million so far this year — a 10 percent increase compared to the same period in 2024 — bringing the nation closer to achieving its record target of 2.3 million arrivals by year’s end. According...

Maldives records increase in foreign investment in 2025

The number of foreign investment registrations in the Maldives has increased notably this year compared to the same period in 2024, according to statistics released by the Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA). By the end of September 2025, the...

PayPal and Ooredoo announce intent to collaborate in Maldives

Maldives, 14 October 2025 – Ooredoo Fintech and PayPal announced their intent to collaborate in Maldives and are actively working on finalizing details of the partnership. The intended partnership is expected to benefit both consumers and...

Holidaymakers can save on packages to Mexico, the Maldives, the USA and more - with extra £200 off

British holidaymakers looking to escape the British winter weather can take advantage of new Virgin Atlantic deals departing in the coming months. Packages include flights and accommodation on various dates this year, with deals for Mexico, the...

Maldives, Malaysia strengthen academic ties through IIUM engagement

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu held discussions on Sunday with the Rector of the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Professor Emeritus Datuk Dr Osman Bakar, to explore ways to enhance collaboration in higher education, particularly in...

Sanctuary for modern man: Milaidhoo Maldives launches The Gentlemen’s Retreat

Sun Siyam Iru Fushi will mark International Chefs Day with a week-long celebration of Japanese artistry and flavour from 20th to 25th October 2025. The resort will host acclaimed Japanese Chef Junichi “JT” Tanaka, owner of Binchō Tanaka, and Sake...

Ooredoo to launch PayPal in Maldives next year

Ooredoo Maldives has announced plans to launch PayPal services in 2026, marking a major milestone in the country’s digital transformation and expanding access to international financial transactions for individuals and businesses. The company...

MMA Signs MoU with IIUM and MNU to Advance Finance sector and Strengthen Monetary Governance in Maldives

The Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the International Islamic University of Malaysia (IIUM) and The Maldives National University (MNU), marking a significant step in strengthening the...

RIU Maldives shines as RIU Hotels & Resorts named Leading Brand in South Asia

RIU Hotels & Resorts, with particular recognition for RIU Maldives, has been named the “Leading Resort / Hotel Brand in South Asia – Gold Winner” at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2025. The accolade reflects the brand’s continued commitment...

Bank of Maldives Celebrates Graduates from Prestigious SMU Leadership Program

Bank of Maldives (BML) has celebrated the achievements of its employees who have successfully graduated from the renowned Leadership and People Management Program of the Singapore Management University (SMU), marking a major milestone in the...

"Maldives must nurture a culture of Quran recitation"

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu/Photo: President's Office President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has stated that, as an Islamic nation, the Maldives must assign the foremost priority to encouraging and promoting the recitation of the Holy Quran and to paving...

Parliament accepts Aasandha proposal for foreign spouses

The Parliament has today passed a resolution to accept for consideration a proposal submitted by Mohamed Ibrahim (Kudoo), the Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) Member of Parliament for Galolhu North constituency. The proposal aims to gather the...

Maldives Tourism Awards 2025 Honors Excellence in the Nation’s Leading Industry

The 3rd Maldives Tourism Awards ceremony was held on Saturday night at Barcelo Nasandhura, celebrating outstanding contributions within the country’s tourism sector. The prestigious event brought together numerous industry stakeholders and service...

Maldives decides Israel passport ban will stand

The Maldives has no plans to drop the ban on entries on Israeli passports in light of the recent ceasefire deal reached between Israel and Hamas in the war-ravaged Gaza Strip, says Attorney General Ahmed Usham. The Maldives had written in...

Fayyaz urges MMA, Pension Office board to resign

Former Economic Minister and Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) Chairperson Fayyaz Ismail has accused the government of attempting to misuse public funds and called on board members of the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) and the Pension Office to...

The beautiful Maldives alternative that is THOUSANDS cheaper - but with amazing beaches and hot temperatures year-round

The Maldives promises gorgeous beaches and turquoise waters, but it often comes with a hefty price tag. Many tourists cough up upwards of £6,000 for a trip to the Maldives and have a lengthy journey to get there. Fortunately, holidaymakers can...