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THE WESTIN MALDIVES MIRIANDHOO RESORT PRESENTS SUN-SOAKED CHRISTMAS PROGRAMS AND DAZZLING GATSBY-THEMED NEW YEAR

Maldives – November 6, 2025 – The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort unveils its Festive Season programming with “Golden Nights, Timeless Lights,” a celebratory series inspired by the glamour and spirit of the Roaring Twenties. Running from December 22, 2025, through January 6, 2026, the calendar blends sparkling beachfront moments with wellness-forward experiences that capture the […]

Maldives Showcases Record UK Growth as World Travel Market London 2025 Opens

The Maldives has entered World Travel Market (WTM) London 2025 with strong momentum, marking another milestone year of growth in the UK market. As of 21 October 2025, the Maldives has welcomed 159,615 tourists from the United Kingdom, representing an increase of over 16% from the same period in 2024, when arrivals totalled 137,288. The […]

Visit Maldives launches London Taxi Campaign ahead of WTM London 2025

Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has launched an outdoor advertising campaign across central London, designed to strengthen the Maldives’ brand visibility in the United Kingdom ahead of World Travel Market (WTM) London 2025, one of the world’s leading international travel trade events. The two-month Taxi Advertising Campaign brings a vibrant touch of the tropics to London’s […]

A Whimsical Halloween at Sun Siyam Iru Veli

Sun Siyam Iru Veli celebrated Halloween with a twist through its one-day island celebration, Whimsy Over Wicked. Transforming the tradition of fright into a fairytale of fantasy on October 31st, the resort invited guests of all ages to step into a night where imagination ruled. The day’s programme featured themed workshops, entertainment, and enchanting dining […]

Victory Day: The Day the Maldives Stood Guard (November 3rd)

While tourists flock to the Maldives for its unparalleled tranquility, November 3rd serves as a powerful, yearly reminder that this paradise was hard-won. This date is celebrated as Victory Day (Nasr-ge Dhuvas), a profoundly significant national holiday commemorating the successful defense of Maldivian sovereignty against a violent foreign-backed coup attempt in 1988. The Coup That […]

Get Ready to Feel the Island Energy – MYSTIVAL 2025–2026 Artist Line-Up Revealed at Sun Siyam

Music, movement, and a hint of magic come together for an island celebration under the stars. Sun Siyam Olhuveli proudly announces the complete artist line-up for MYSTIVAL 2025–2026, a festive celebration that harmonizes rhythm, artistry, and island mysticism. Set against the breathtaking Maldivian backdrop, MYSTIVAL brings together global talents who embody the spirit of connection […]

Dhiraagu x ISIC Card – Stand the chance to WIN a PS5 Pro

Dhiraagu is giving away a brand new PS5 Pro to one lucky winner by subscribing to Dhiraagu X ISIC student card. To stand a chance to win this exciting prize, students can simply subscribe to Dhiraagu X ISIC student discount card before the end of 31 December 2025. The Dhiraagu x ISIC Student Discount Card […]

Sun Siyam Iru Veli Unveils “Eden Reimagined” – A Dazzling Festive Celebration of Renewal, Rhythm, and

This festive season, Sun Siyam Iru Veli extends an exclusive invitation to guests to experience Eden Reimagined, a celebration of rhythm, renewal, and connection taking place from December 22, 2025, to January 7, 2026. The island’s calendar features dazzling entertainment by DJ Nisho, Pakners Duo, Aerialist Amelia Bridgewater, and Chandana Wickramasinghe & The Dancers’ Guild, […]