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Visit Maldives launches first Superyacht Promotion Campaign
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has launched its first Super Yacht Promotion Campaign, running from September to December 2025. The initiative is aimed at positioning the Maldives as a premier destination for luxury yacht tourism, with a focus on...

The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli introduces holistic healing residency with Tricia Tee
This December, The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort will host a wellness residency led by acclaimed Seifu practitioner and sound therapist, Tricia Tee. From 1 to 18 December 2025, Tee will conduct exclusive sessions at the resort’s Iridium Spa....

The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo welcomes Sea Fdol for month-long wellness residency
Located within the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll, The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort will host wellness practitioner Sea Fdol for a month-long residency from 6 October to 2 November 2025. Moroccan-born artist and healer Sea will guide...

Emergency motion submitted in Parliament to ensure safety of Maldivians on Global Sumud Flotilla
The main opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) has submitted an emergency motion to Parliament, calling on the government to ascertain the safety of Maldivian citizens aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza. The...

95th Saudi National Day marked in Maldives with renewed commitment to partnership
The Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Malé commemorated the Kingdom’s 95th National Day with a reception at Barcelo Hotel on last Tuesday evening, attended by senior government officials, members of the diplomatic corps, and distinguished guests....

Make your next holiday to one of these luxury destinations in the magical Maldives
Where to stay: Choose Riu Atoll for barefoot island life and family-friendly fun, or Riu Palace Maldivas for romance and dreamy sunsets How to get there: Fly direct from London Heathrow to Velana International Airport with British Airways in just...

Majlis concerned over safety of Maldivians on flotilla
The main opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) submitted an emergency motion to the Parliament on Thursday, urging the Maldivian government to ascertain the safety of Maldivian citizens on the Global Sumud Flotilla carrying aid to Gaza. The...

Boat with Maldivian activist heads to Cyprus
The international observer boat with a Maldivian activist that is part of the Global Sumud Flotilla has diverted to Cyprus, after Israel began storming the Gaza-bound aid convoy. The Global Sumud Flotilla, carrying humanitarian aid and medical...

Maldives National Service officially commences
President and Commander-in-Chief of the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF), Dr Mohamed Muizzu, officially inaugurated the Maldives National Service today at the Composite Training Centre (CTC) in Maafilaafushi, formally presenting the...

Luxury standout: JW Marriott Kaafu Atoll Island Resort takes centre stage in the Maldives
Marriott International’s second JW Marriott resort in the Maldives, the JW Marriott Kaafu Atoll Island Resort, has firmly been a standout since opening in February 2025. Nestled in Kaafu Atoll’s largest lagoon and conveniently located just 15...

SAii Lagoon Maldives hosts inaugural local Padel Tennis tournament on World Tourism Day
SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton, part of SAii Hotels & Resorts under S Hotels & Resorts, marked World Tourism Day with its first-ever local Padel Tennis tournament held at the resort’s recently opened courts. The tournament...

President inaugurates the Maldives National Service
The first batch of Maldives National Service/Photo: President's Office President and Commander-in-Chief of the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF), Dr Mohamed Muizzu, inaugurated the Maldives National Service at a special ceremony held at the...

Debt Relief Deal Shows China’s Confidence in Maldives’ Economy, Says Chinese Ambassador
China’s Ambassador to the Maldives, Kong Xianhua, has confirmed that debt relief arrangements between the two countries have been finalised, describing the move as a sign of Beijing’s confidence in the Maldivian economy and its ongoing reforms....

President Muizzu Assures Maldives’ Debt Under Control as Economy Grows
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has assured that the Maldives faces no concern over its debt as the economy continues to expand, stressing that his administration is meeting all obligations without resorting to printing money. Speaking at a rally...

Blue Lagoon: Redefining Luxury Living in the Maldives
A new chapter in Maldivian luxury living is being written with the arrival of Blue Lagoon Luxury Residences, a landmark project set to transform the skyline of Hulhumalé. Developed by Varindera Constructions International Limited (VCIL), part of...

The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort Celebrates World Wellness Weekend with Three Days of Mindful Renewal
The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort is honoring World Wellness Weekend with a carefully curated three-day journey devoted to movement, mindfulness, and holistic wellbeing. From sunrise yoga and chakra meditations to innovative practices such as...

Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives Promotes Abdulla Alim to Assistant Director of Marketing & Communications
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives is pleased to announce the promotion of Abdulla Alim to Assistant Director of Marketing & Communications. Since joining the resort in 2023 as Marketing & Communications Manager, Alim has played a central role in...

Shangri-La Maldives Resort Set to Reopen in December 2025
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts has announced the reopening of Shangri-La Villingili Resort & Spa, an iconic destination that epitomises luxury, natural beauty, and exceptional hospitality. The resort will officially welcome back guests starting 31...

Maldivian expands India presence; appoints AVIAREPS as GSA for South India
Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, has appointed AVIAREPS India as its official GSA for South India, reinforcing its commitment to the Indian market and strengthening trade partnerships in a region that serves as a major gateway to...

Maldivian Appoints AVIAREPS as GSA to Boost South India Market Presence
Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, has strengthened its India growth strategy with the appointment of AVIAREPS India as its General Sales Agent (GSA) for South India. The announcement was made at a trade and media event in the...