Maldives Tourism News
Onyx Hospitality Group announces second Maldives resort
Scheduled to open in the third quarter of 2020, the 200-villa private island resort will occupy a secluded island in the Raa Atoll, located north-west of the Maldivian capital of Male.
Melzer to lead Mӧvenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has appointed Michael Melzer as the general manager of Mӧvenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives, the stunning new sustainably designed island resort which is scheduled to open its doors in November.
Baros Maldives unveils fresh new look to celebrate 45th anniversary
Baros has re-launched in its 45th year after a two-year renovation period. The resort will unveil its newly renovated villas, bar and restaurants as well as enhanced guest experiences.
Cenizaro to debut Maldives expansion early next year
The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah will launch in January 2019. Set on Gaafu Alifu Atoll, the property is adjacent to the Residence by Cenizaro’s first property, the Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi.
Etihad Airways lands A380 in Maldives to celebrate new Malé runway
Etihad Airways has marked the opening of the new runway at Velana International Airport in the Maldives by operating one of its Airbus A380 aircraft to the island nation.
St. Regis Maldives Vommuli appoints Scoles to resort manger role
The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli has welcomed a new hotel manager to lead its operations. No stranger to life by the beach, Dominic Scoles has moved from the Turks & Caicos for his new role at the luxury private island resort.
Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort to open in December
Marriott International has announced the forthcoming debut of Westin Hotels & Resorts in the Maldives with the opening of the Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort in October.
Mingozzi takes up culinary leadership of Kanuhura, Maldives
Chef Michele Mingozzi has joined Kanuhura, Maldives, with strong international experience and reputation, having worked in numerous remarkable fine-dining establishments around the world.
Voters urged to make voices heard ahead of World Spa Awards
Voting for World Spa Awards – the global initiative to recognise, reward and celebrate excellence in the spa and wellness sector – closes on August 17th, 2018.
UK travellers boost tourism figures in Maldives
Latest figures from the Maldives show that the destination saw an 11.2 per cent increase in the number of UK travellers who visited in the first six months of 2018, when compared with the same period in 2017.
Oman Air to return to the Maldives
Oman Air will resume its service between Muscat and Malé in the Maldives. Flights will recommence for the winter season from October 28th and will be operated by the new Boeing 737 aircraft.
Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru launches submarine adventure
DeepFlight produces the world’s highest performance personal submarines. From today, Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru will become the first place to launch submarine excursions in DeepFlight’s most advanced model yet: Super Falcon 3S.