The Standard, Maldives appoints Yuni Restiti as new Spa Manager

The Standard, Maldives has announced the appointment of Yuni Restiti as its new Spa Manager, bringing with her extensive experience, a passion for holistic wellness, and a thoughtful approach to hospitality. Yuni joins the resort from Milaidhoo...

The Standard, Maldives appoints Sonika Adlakha as Commercial Director

The Standard, Maldives has announced the appointment of Sonika Adlakha as Commercial Director. In this capacity, she will lead the resort’s sales, marketing, revenue management, and distribution functions, driving strategic growth and enhancing...

The Standard, Maldives appoints of Surya Bhan Verma as new IT Manager

The Standard, Maldives, has announced the appointment of Surya Bhan Verma as its new IT Manager. Surya joins the resort from Hyatt Hotels in Dubai, where he oversaw systems and infrastructure across multiple properties. With an extensive...

JW Marriott Maldives Kaafu Atoll Island Resort Welcomes Ahmed Adam as New Director of Human Resources

JW Marriott Maldives Kaafu Atoll Island Resort is pleased to announce the appointment of Ahmed Adam as Director of Human Resources. With more than 17 years of experience in the Maldivian hospitality sector, Ahmed brings a wealth of knowledge and a...

Trans Maldivian Airways Begins Operations to Ananea Madivaru Maldives Resort in North Ari Atoll

Trans Maldivian Airways (TMA) has announced its partnership with Ananea Madivaru Maldives Resort, a new luxury island retreat located in the tranquil North Ari Atoll. The collaboration marks the resort’s inclusion in TMA’s distinguished portfolio...

New era of sustainable luxury: Veligandu Maldives now fully powered by solar energy

Veligandu Maldives Resort Island has reached a significant milestone in its sustainability journey with the successful completion and full operation of its Solar Energy Initiative—a major advancement towards cleaner and greener island living....

I visited a beautiful town with its own 'Maldives' from Liverpool John Lennon Airport

Bodrum in Turkey has flights from Liverpool John Lennon Airport Autumn might be in full swing but it doesn't mean scorching temperatures and sunny days are long gone. There are plenty of autumn and winter sun destinations from Liverpool John...

Dhiraagu celebrates completing 100% high-speed fibre broadband service to all inhabited islands in the Maldives!

Dhiraagu hosted a special event to celebrate a historic national milestone, the successful completion of 100% high-speed fibre broadband coverage across all inhabited islands in the Maldives. With this achievement, Dhiraagu becomes the first and...

Third Annual Maldives Tourism Awards Held at Barceló Nasandhura Male’

The Third Annual Maldives Tourism Awards was held on Saturday at Barceló Nasandhura Male’. The Maldives Tourism Awards was established to recognize and celebrate excellence in human resource development, community engagement, innovation, and...

Maldives welcomes over 30,000 tourists in first week of October

The individuals arrested during the "Lootuvaifi, Lootuvaifi!" protest. a mass mobilization against President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu’s government, have now been transferred to Dhoonidhoo Prison. Authorities cited overcrowding at Malé Custodial as the...

I took my gamer teenagers to the Maldives where there wasn’t a console in sight

Who doesn’t feel like a big kid when driving a bright blue oversized car in the ocean? (Picture: Claie Wilson) I have a video on my phone that captures our last family holiday perfectly. Looking skyward, a palm tree’s leaves sway gently against a...

Third annual Maldives Tourism Awards honours excellence and industry pioneers

The Third Annual Maldives Tourism Awards was held on Saturday at Barceló Nasandhura Male’. The Maldives Tourism Awards was established to recognise and celebrate excellence in human resource development, community engagement, innovation, and...

Royal Island Maldives offers up to 20% off in exclusive Winter Escape deal

Royal Island invites travellers to unwind and reconnect with nature through its Winter Escape Offer, which provides up to 20% off stays. Nestled within the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the resort is encircled by crystal-clear lagoons,...

U.S. Advises Travelers to Use Caution in Islamic Maldives ‘Due to Terrorism’

The U.S. State Department is warning travelers about going to the Maldives, raising its travel advisory to a level two. In its advisory on Tuesday, officials advised people to “Exercise increased caution in Maldives due to terrorism.” The...

South Asian Athletics Championship 2025 kicks off in Ranchi

The fourth South Asian (SAF) Senior Athletics Championship began with grandeur at the Birsa Munda Football Stadium, Morabadi, on Friday. Chief Minister Hemant Soren formally inaugurated the three-day international event, which will see...

Travel warning for Maldives: US issues Level 2 advisory over terrorism risks; see updated checklist for travelers

The United States State Department issued a revised travel advisory for the Republic of the Maldives on Oct. 7. "Exercise increased caution in [the Maldives] due to terrorism," the Level 2 travel warning states. The advisory indicates that...

Maldives Book of Records launched; redefines tourism via discovery, achievement

Visit Maldives has officially launched the Maldives Book of Records, a first-of-its-kind national initiative celebrating the country’s natural wonders, cultural heritage, and extraordinary achievements. Unveiled on National Tourism Day 2025, the...

Bikini-clad Frida Redknapp flaunts her washboard abs as she enjoys a wellness retreat in the Maldives - after Jamie revealed how son Charley felt about the arrival of another baby

Frida Redknapp showed off her incredible physique in a black bikini as she enjoyed a wellness retreat in the Maldives, after her husband Jamie revealed how son Charley felt about him welcoming a baby with her. The Swedish model, 41, shared the...

Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives Wins Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Award 2025 — For the Second Year Running

Kuda Villingili Resort is proud to announce that the leading five-star luxury resort in the Maldives has once again been recognized among the Top 10 Resorts in the Indian Ocean, securing the #7 ranking in the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler...

Welcome to the Maldives of Europe: This hidden gem has white-sand beaches, turquoise waters and bargain prices. Our travel expert reveals exactly what you need to book

'You look like a movie star ... I'm not sure which one,' the charming hotel receptionist says, while examining my passport at check-in. I definitely don't, but if this is the famous Albanian hospitality I've heard about, I'm all for it. We're...