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Marriott Bonvoy Maldives Resorts Celebrates Global Wellness Day 2025 with Mindful Renewal
Travelers seeking renewal will find the ultimate setting in the Maldives, where nature’s rhythms inspire inner balance. On June 14, Marriott Bonvoy portfolio of private island resorts in the Indian Ocean celebrates Global Wellness Day with...

Tourism industry must invest in people, remains open to investment: Minister Zameer
Minister of Finance and Planning Moosa Zameer has reiterated the government’s commitment to strengthening the Maldives’ tourism sector through human capital development and continued openness to international investment. Speaking as Chief Guest at...

Four tourism industry veterans honored for long service
Four tourism industry veterans have been honored for their long service at the Hotelier Maldives Awards 2025. Hotelier Maldives Awards 2025 by Hotelier Maldives was held at Barceló Nasandhura on Saturday night. Four industry veterans were bestowed...

Silver Sands Celebrates 25 Years of Marine Excellence in the Maldives
Silver Sands Pvt Ltd, a pioneering name in the Maldives’ tourism industry for providing dive, watersports and excursions, proudly marked its 25th anniversary with a grand celebration held at Kurumba Maldives. The event brought together the...

The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort Celebrates Global Wellness Day 2025 with a Focus on Sustainable Well-Being
In honor of Global Wellness Day on June 14, The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort sets the stage for an extraordinary journey of well-being, embracing the essence of nature and sustainability through a unique community connection. Guided by...

India “pleased” with boost in Maldives’ foreign reserves following USD 400mn aid
Referring to Fitch's latest credit rating, India has said that "due to the aid provided by the country, the foreign currency shortage facing the Maldives, as noted in the Fitch credit rating, has been somewhat alleviated." In a statement released...

Alila Kothaifaru Maldives Unveils Spa Alila Detox Programme: A Holistic Path to Wellness
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives announces the launch of its Spa Alila Detox Programme, a transformative five-night wellness retreat that adopts a scientific and holistic approach to sustainable weight management and overall well-being. Moving beyond...

Offer for Locals and Expats: Celebrate, Escape, and Stay at Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa welcomes locals and expatriates to experience the joy of island living with a vibrant celebration under the stars. On June 26, 2025, the resort will host its much-anticipated Tropical Neon Full Moon Party,...

Meyyafushi Maldives to open on October 1, 2025
Meyyafushi Maldives, a five-star Premium All -Inclusive Boutique Resort, awaits for its guests from 1st October 2025. Meyyafushi is nestled on a natural island in the pristine Lhaviyani Atoll, offering an extraordinary escape that blends...

Hard Rock Cafe Maldives Launches Tropical Burger for World Burger Tour 2025
As International Yoga Day approaches, Sun Siyam Resorts offers guests a unique opportunity to nurture both body and mind through a special week-long wellness program. From June 19th to 25th, two of the resort’s peaceful island destinations, Sun...
Letter of Exchange on the final design phase of the China Maldives Friendship Hospital signed
Maldives and China have signed a letter of Exchange on the final design phase of the China Maldives Friendship Hospital, a 112-bed facility to be funded through a Chinese government grant aide. The Letter of Exchange was signed on Wednesday at a...

Ayurveda meets luxury: Alila Kothaifaru Maldives introduces rejuvenating detox experience
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives has introduced the Spa Alila Detox Programme, a five-night wellness retreat focused on sustainable weight management and overall well-being. Designed to promote inner balance and foster long-term healthy habits, the...

Review: Huvafen Fushi – be reborn in the Maldives
As we approached our resort in the Maldives by speedboat, our guide asked us to look ahead. “That’s Huvafen Fushi,” he said. And there it was, a picture-perfect view of an island with tropical greenery, white sand and clear waters. The staff lined...

Hard Rock Cafe’s Annual World Burger Tour Competition Brings Locally Inspired Burgers to Maldives
Hard Rock Cafe has kicked off its annual World Burger Tour competition in celebration of Hard Rock International Founders' Day. Hard Rock Cafe chefs from around the world were challenged to develop unique burger creations that showcase elements...

Summer Island Maldives celebrates World Oceans Day with record-holding freediver Umair Badheeu
To celebrate World Oceans Day on 8 June, Summer Island Maldives hosted a morning of celebration for the ocean, headlined by Umair Badheeu, the Maldives’ national record-holding freediver, and a passionate advocate for marine conservation. Guests...

Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Becomes First Resort in the Maldives to Launch Doctor G Skincare
The adults-only resort partners with Italy's science-based cosmeceutical brand to introduce exclusive facial treatments and retail skincare. Mercure Maldives Kooddoo becomes the first resort in the Maldives to feature an exclusive partnership with...

Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts champions eco-initiatives across Maldives
Across the idyllic atolls of the Maldives, Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts is actively bringing sustainability to life through impactful initiatives that extend well beyond intention. From the coral reefs below the surface to the tree-lined pathways of...

Dhiraagu introduces affordable new IDD packages to keep customers connected globally
Dhiraagu has introduced a range of affordable international direct dialling (IDD) packages aimed at helping customers stay connected with loved ones across the globe. Priced between MVR 55 and MVR 125, these packages include international minutes...

Experience Romance at Le Méridien Maldives with the Signature Avec Amour Experience
The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, located in the heart of the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, celebrates Global Wellness Day on June 14 with a full-day programme focused on sustainable living, cultural connection, and holistic well-being....

Hard Rock Hotel Maldives Partnered with Travelxp for 'Mr. & Mrs. Roy in Maldives' Series
Hard Rock Hotel Maldives recently partnered with Travelxp, an Indian TV channel specializing in global travel content. Travelxp has over 200 million reach across more than 100 countries. Mr. Rohit Roy and Mrs. Manasi Roy, the Indian celebrities,...