For the ultimate encounter with the ocean’s most graceful giants, your Maldivian journey must lead to Baa Atoll, the recognized global capital for manta ray viewing. This stunning atoll isn’t just a paradise of white sand and turquoise water; it is a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, a testament to its ecological significance. The magnet for manta […]
The Maldives is charting a course for another record-breaking year in tourism, with ambitious projections for 2025 set to comfortably surpass the already robust figures achieved in 2024. The archipelago, a global symbol of luxury travel, is demonstrating resilient and accelerated growth, firmly cementing its status as a top-tier holiday destination. Comparing 2024 and 2025: […]
The Maldives has once again claimed global recognition, winning the prestigious Best Beach Destination Award at the World Tourism Awards 2025, held today in Brussels, Belgium. This honour celebrates the Maldives’ pristine white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant marine life, reaffirming its standing as one of the world’s most sought-after tropical destinations. The award was […]
Malé, Maldives – October 20, 2025 – Visit Maldives, the nation’s tourism promotion board, has announced its participation along with six co-exhibitors from the local tourism industry in the upcoming ALLinTCO networking event. This significant initiative aims to strengthen the Maldives’ presence in the Polish market and foster new partnerships with travel trade professionals.The ALLinTCO […]
Malé, Maldives – A new national movement named Mahaasandha has been launched, aiming to unite Maldivian travel agents and stakeholders to protect, empower, and reclaim their rightful place within the nation’s multi-billion dollar tourism industry. The movement is born from the collective will of local agents who feel increasingly sidelined by expanding global platforms despite […]
With turquoise waters, warm tropical climate, and world-class reef breaks, the Maldives is one of the most coveted surfing destinations on the planet. Stretching across 26 atolls, the islands offer a diverse mix of waves suitable for surfers of different skill levels—from long, playful walls to fast, barreling perfection. The surf season peaks from April […]
Malé, Maldives – In a strategic move to address a critical skills gap in the nation’s key economic driver, the Ministry of Higher Education and the Maldives National University (MNU) have formalized a partnership to introduce and enhance foreign language instruction. The two entities signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at boosting the language […]
Tucked within the luxurious sanctuary of Vakkaru Maldives, Isoletta stands as a celebration of Italy’s vibrant culinary soul—infused with the elegance and tranquillity of the Maldives. More than just a restaurant, Isoletta offers an experience: relaxed, alive, charming, and full of flavour. From the very first glance, Isoletta captivates with its uncluttered sophistication and whimsical […]
The Third Annual Maldives Tourism Awards Function was held yesterday at Baros, North Malé Atoll, to celebrate and recognize establishments and individuals for their outstanding contributions to the nation’s tourism sector. The awards, which emphasize excellence in staff well-being, human resource development, community engagement, innovation, and environmental sustainability, recognized 10 winners across various categories. The […]
Dhiraagu, the leading digital services provider in the Maldives, has announced a historic achievement, successfully completing the rollout of its high-speed Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) broadband service to all inhabited islands across the nation. The company celebrated the national milestone at a special ceremony held yesterday, marking the first time a Maldivian telecommunications company has achieved 100% […]
