To combat single-use plastic, the Muni Foundation and Fushifaru Maldives organised “Plastic Aa Nulaa” event, the purpose of which is to unite people, groups, and communities in support of the goals of eradicating single-use plastic, safeguarding the environment, and encouraging a more sustainable way of life. The event took place at Central Park, Hulhumale on…
Renowned sand artist Nathaniel Alapide, who is headquartered in Dubai and holds the Guinness World Record for the biggest sand picture, amazed visitors with his most recent creation, which he produced in the stunning Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Maldives. On April 12, in honor of Eid Al Fitr, Alapide, who is well-known for his elaborate…
The World Travel Awards 2024 have nominated Lily Resorts properties Lily Beach Resort & Spa Maldives and Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa Maldives for three awards apiece. Lily Beach Resort & Spa Maldives, the first all-inclusive resort in the Maldives, has assumed the lead in providing outstanding all-inclusive experiences. The resort is celebrating its 30th…
Following a recent sustainability audit, CROSSROADS Maldives — the first and only multi-island integrated leisure destination in the Indian Ocean — announced that it has achieved Green Globe™ Certification for the second year running. This achievement includes the lifestyle hub, The Marina@CROSSROADS, and two world-class resorts, the Hard Rock Hotel Maldives and SAii Lagoon Maldives,…
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives) declared its involvement in the Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA), the country’s largest travel event, which took place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from 22nd March 2024 to 24th March 2024. In addition to representatives from 13 Maldivian tourist firms, MMPRC will offer the Maldives…
November 2024 will see the much awaited launch of Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives, according to Centara Hotels & Resorts. This 145-room resort, which will join the ranks of Centara’s popular Mirage family resorts already operating in Thailand, Vietnam, and Dubai, will provide a bright underwater-themed getaway. The new facility will be part of The Atollia…
Since the beginning of 2024, tourist arrivals in Maldives have hone up by quite a bit. More than 500,000 tourists have visited the Maldives, with 513,377 visitors having journeyed to the island country as of March 17th, indicating a strong and ongoing rebound in the tourism industry. The Maldives’ main source market is now China,…
Villa Resorts announces the launch of Villa Haven, a brand-new luxury resort in the stunning South Ari Atoll. This 73-villa hideaway is a major turning point for Villa Resorts as it represents the company’s entry into the premium lodging market. Inspired by the immaculate beaches and verdant surroundings of the island, Villa Haven serves a…
February 2024 saw 217,391 visitors arrive in the Maldives, an improvement of 22% over the same month the previous year and a record high for the island nation. An infographic published by Maldives Immigration said that 7,496 arrivals were made on average per day each month. There were 10,214 arrivals at the highest and 5,343…
Eid Al-Fitr in Maldives is a special time, with the country in full festive mode after a fulfilling month of fasting; celebrating good will, peace and harmony. April is the month the festivities begin and will be held at the following resorts. The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands is one of…