Maldives Poised for Record Arrivals as Year-End Travel Picks Up

Tourist arrivals to the Maldives have continued to grow steadily in the lead-up to the high season, with the country welcoming 1.79 million visitors as of 25 October 2025. According to the Ministry of Tourism and Environment’s latest statistics,...

Veligandu Maldives Inspires Next Generation via Discover Tourism CSR Programme

Veligandu Maldives Resort Island, one of the Maldives’ most iconic resorts, has been actively engaging in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives that focus on education, community empowerment, and sustainability. Among its most...

Finding purpose through wellness: I Gusti Ayu Ariani at Cora Cora Maldives

When I Gusti Ayu Ariani arrived in the Maldives for the first time in 2009, she had little idea that the islands would become her second home. Sixteen years later, she manages MOKSHA® Spa & Wellbeing Centre at Cora Cora Maldives and has been...

Maldives wins World's Best for Heritage Cuisine

The Maldives has been named the World’s Best Destination for Heritage Cuisine at the World Culinary Awards 2025, triumphing over nominees including Germany, Peru, Seychelles, and Singapore. According to Visit Maldives, the country also secured...

Maldives Secures Major Wins at World Culinary Awards 2025

The Maldives has strengthened its status as a global gastronomic powerhouse with an impressive sweep of honours at the World Culinary Awards 2025 — including the prestigious title of World’s Best Destination for Heritage Cuisine. The achievement...

Maldives Could Cross 2 Million Visitors in 2025 With Strong Q4 Momentum

Tourist arrivals in the Maldives continue to climb as the year-end travel season approaches, positioning the country for a potential record finish in 2025. The Maldives has already recorded 1.79 million visitors, representing a 10.1 percent...

Maldives Wins Top Honours at World Culinary Awards 2025

The Maldives has reaffi rmed its global reputation for culinary excellence with multiple prestigious wins at the World Culinary Awards 2025, including the coveted title of World’s Best Destination for Heritage Cuisine. The recognition highlights...

Grace Beneath the Waves: Rays of the Maldives

Gliding effortlessly through the turquoise waters of the Maldives, rays are among the most graceful and captivating marine animals you’re likely to encounter during your stay. With their broad, wing-like fins and calm, fluid movements, rays embody...

PIF commits funding for Red Sea tourism giga-project

Saudi Arabia's Red Sea Global, the developer of luxury resorts on the kingdom's west coast, said funding from its sovereign wealth fund owner is secured and its projects are unaffected by government spending reviews. "We are one of the exemplar...

Maldivian slashes year-end fares to Malaysia and Bangkok

National carrier Maldivian has announced significant fare reductions for flights to Malaysia and Bangkok as part of a special year-end promotion. According to the airline, the discounted fares will apply to selected flights operating in December...

Maldives adds 1,700 new tourism beds this year

The Maldives has added 1,700 new tourist beds so far this year, according to the latest figures released by the Ministry of Tourism. At the start of 2025, the country had a total operational bed capacity of 63,248, comprising 42,547 beds in...

MACL Gears Up for Peak Travel Season at Velana International Airport

Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) has begun preparations for the upcoming peak travel season, holding an internal meeting with senior management and department heads to ensure smooth and efficient operations during the busiest period of the...

Constance Moofushi Maldives Celebrates Fine Wine Excellence With Creation Wines

Constance Moofushi Maldives is delighted to announce an exceptional wine journey this October, welcoming internationally celebrated winemakers Carolyn Martin and Glenn Martin of South Africa’s acclaimed Creation Wines. At Constance Hotels &...

Maldives expects season’s first cruise ship in Dec

The peak tourism season has kicked off in the Maldives, but the island destination does not expect to see any cruise liners coming in until December. Mohamed Nasheed, president of the Maldives Association of Yacht Agents (MAYA), told Sun on...

Maldives to Host Climate Action Week 2026 by IIMPs: Global Youth Summit to Drive a Sustainable Future

The Maldives is set to welcome hundreds of young changemakers, innovators, and sustainability leaders from around the world as it hosts Climate Action Week (CAW) 2026, organized by the International Institute of Meta Professionals (IIMPs)....

Maldives Records Strong Economic Growth in Q2 2025, Driven by Tourism, Fisheries and Construction

The Maldivian economy posted solid growth in the second quarter of 2025, propelled by robust performances in the tourism, fisheries, and construction sectors, according to the latest Maldives Economic Update published by the Maldives Monetary...

Maldives Diwali Carnival 2.0 brings together over 300 Indian travel partners

The Maldives Diwali Carnival 2.0, organised by Island Life Travel, was successfully held on 11 October 2025 at Ambria Exotica, New Delhi. Following the remarkable success of its first edition, this year’s event was hosted on a grander scale,...

Maldives: India 'Open House' to be held on Oct 31st

Indian diaspora with High Commissioner G. Balasubramanian (center) --- File The High Commission of India in the Maldives has announced that the next edition of its ‘Open House’ for Indian nationals will take place on Friday, October 31, 2025, at...

I’ve been to over 50 countries – my best cheap winter sun holidays under 7 hours from UK with £11 hotels & £1.70 beer

AS the Sun’s Deputy Travel Editor, I’ve racked up the air miles over the years – travelling to over 55 countries and more than 100 cities. So when it comes to winter sun, I can of course wax lyrical about the beauty of Hawaii or the stunning...

Win a Free Slot to Run the Doha Marathon 2026 — Ooredoo Opens Registration for Maldivian Runners

Ooredoo Maldives has opened registration for runners in the Maldives eager to participate in the Doha Marathon 2026, scheduled for January 16, 2026, in Qatar’s capital, Doha. The event, which attracts over 15,000 participants from across the...