China leads tourist arrivals as Maldives surpasses 1.6 Million visitors

The Maldives has welcomed over 1.6 million tourists so far this year, according to the latest figures from the Ministry of Tourism. Data shows that as of September 22, a total of 1,594,616 tourists had visited the Maldives, with an average of...

Global Conservationists Petition Maldives to Halt Shark Fishing Plan

An international petition has been launched urging the Maldivian government to reverse its decision to reintroduce shark fishing from November 1, a move that conservationists say could damage the country’s environment and tourism industry. The...

Mercure Maldives Kooddoo to host ‘Haunted Elegance’ Halloween celebration

This Halloween, Mercure Maldives Kooddoo invites guests to step into a world of shadows, sophistication, and starlight with ‘Haunted Elegance’, an adults-only evening where glamour meets the unexpected. The evening begins with a Halloween-themed...

Bandos Maldives appoints Haamidh Uwais as Marketing & Communications Manager

Bandos Maldives has welcomed Haamidh Uwais as its new Marketing & Communications Manager, a role that will see him lead the resort’s branding, communications, and global marketing initiatives. With an MBA and a background in software engineering,...

Pullman Maldives Maamutaa celebrates Halloween with ‘Secrets of the Haunted Manor’

This Halloween, Pullman Maldives Maamutaa invites all in-house guests to uncover the ‘Secrets of the Haunted Manor’, an elegant and spooky celebration inspired by the chilling charm of ‘The Addams Family’, the event blends Gothic glam, clever...

Impact over optics: Six Senses Laamu philosophy on authentic CSR in Maldives

In the remote atoll of Laamu, Six Senses Laamu has earned a reputation not only as a luxury destination, but as a frontrunner in sustainability and community engagement. At the centre of this work is Lawrence Menz, the resort’s Director of...

'Hamptons of the North' loved by celebs in battle over Russian developer's Maldives-style resort plan

If the Hamptons have long been the summer retreat of choice for New York's elite, then Canada's Muskoka region has become its northern rival – a lakeside haven of gingerbread cottages, private docks and its own glittering 'Billionaire's Row'....

Maldives to Get its First Shore Power System

Cavotec to deliver Maldives’ first shore power system, letting ships plug into electricity at berth. Swiss cleantech firm Cavotec has won a contract with Mohan Mutha Group to supply the Maldives’ first shore power system. The project will let...

Maldives banks on Indian cooperation to achieve 33% renewables target by 2028

New Delhi [India] September 22 (ANI): The Maldives placed India at the centre of its clean energy ambitions and called for stronger regional partnerships to reduce fossil fuel dependence and enhance climate resilience. Addressing the 6th...

SO/ Maldives brings Oktoberfest flavours and music to tropics

This October, SO/ Maldives alters the world’s most iconic beer festival into a chic island activation, blending Bavarian tradition with the resort’s signature flair for fashion-led experiences. Guests are invited to trade their lederhosen for...

Cinnamon Dhonveli, Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives secure top honours at SATA 2025

Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts Maldives reinforced its position in the regional tourism industry at the 9th South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2025, earning two prestigious Gold titles — Leading Beach Resort for Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives and Leading...

Candela shares strategic vision to protect marine ecosystems in the Maldives

AHICE Maldives Principal Partner Candela, a Swedish firm that designs and builds electric hydrofoil boats, has shared the findings of a new whitepaper that outlines a strategic path to protect invaluable marine ecosystems in the Maldives that aims...

Exclusive: sustained luxury tourism growth for Maldives

Tourism milestone achievement and foreign investment surge establish Maldives as a global investment hotspot, writes JLL Hotels & Hospitality Group Senior Vice President, Investment Sales, Ling Wei Tan. In 2025, the Maldives stands at the...

Exclusive: Hilton eyes further opportunities in the Maldives

Following her on-stage interview at the AHICE Maldives conference this week, Hilton Vice President and Regional Head South East Asia, Alex Murray, shares her insights into the Maldives market. “The Maldives’ enduring appeal as a luxury destination...

BML Raises Loan Limit for Home Construction in Islands to MVR 3 Million Without Additional Collateral

Bank of Maldives (BML) has announced that individuals building or renovating homes across the islands will now be able to access loans of up to MVR 3 million without requiring additional collateral, a significant expansion of the bank’s financing...

Maldives wins 'Leading Adventure Destination' at SATA

Maldives has been crowned the ‘Leading Adventure Destination’ at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2025. The ninth edition of SATA, South Asia’s region’s most prestigious platform celebrating excellence in travel, tourism, and hospitality, was...

IndiGo Strengthens India-Maldives Air Corridor with Daily Flights between Thiruvananthapuram and Malé

IndiGo, India's most preferred airline, has announced the launch of direct flights between Thiruvananthapuram and Malé, the Maldives, starting October 26, 2025. The airline will operate daily services on this route, making Thiruvananthapuram the...

Sri Lankan Power Minister and Maldives State Minister Visit Jakson Group’s Greater Noida Solar Facility to Explore Clean-Energy Partnerships

NEW DELHI, Sept. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hon'ble (Eng.) Kumara Jayakody, Minister of Energy, Government of Sri Lanka and Mr. Muaviyath Mohamed, Minister of State, Environment and Tourism, Maldives visited Jakson Group's state-of-the-art solar...

MMA Calls for Submissions to Inaugural Economic and Finance Magazine

The Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) has announced that the deadline for submitting articles to its new Economic and Finance Magazine is fast approaching, with contributions due by 9 October 2025. The magazine aims to serve as a platform for...

Eku Travels, MAWC, Coca-Cola Maldives partner to celebrate 35 years with giveaway trip to Azerbaijan

Coca-Cola Maldives and Eku Travels and Tours, has announced a special promotional partnership in celebration of Coca-Cola’s 35 years in the Maldives. As part of this milestone celebration, Coca-Cola Maldives launched an exciting giveaway, offering...