Eid Al-Adha 2026: What's On at Maldives Resorts
Eid Al-Adha falls on 27 to 30 May 2026, and four Maldivian resort groups have published programmes for the holiday: Amilla Maldives in Baa, The Standard in Raa, Sun Siyam across five properties, and Coco Collection at Bodu Hithi and Palm Dhuni Kolhu. Bodu Mas parades, Boduberu drumming, Maldivian high tea, and an Eid Sai Fodhu spread across all four.
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Australia’s First Direct Flight to the Maldives Lands
Australia’s first ever direct commercial flight to the Maldives touched down at Velana International Airport at dawn this morning. The flight operated by Maldivian on an Airbus A330-200, was greeted with a traditional water-cannon salute on the apron.
Four Missing Italian Divers Located in Third Segment of Vaavu Cave System
The four Italian divers who remained missing inside the Devana Kandu cave system at Vaavu Atoll have been located in the third segment of the cave by a specialist Finnish cave-diving team during an exploratory dive this evening. The divers have not yet been recovered. This is a developing story.
St. Regis Vommuli's two-bedroom family villa gets a bigger pool and more living space
The St. Regis Maldives, Vommuli Resort has reopened its two-bedroom family villa following a redesign that adds more indoor space, a much larger infinity pool, and a widened private beach.
The Maldives' First Island-to-Island Zipline Opens Bookings
A 428-metre island-to-island zipline between Vahmaafushi and Maafushi in Kaafu Atoll is now open for bookings. Adult rides are USD $50, children $30, with daily slots running 10am to 6pm.
Air France announces twice-weekly Paris–Malé seasonal flights from December 18
Air France will operate Paris CDG to Malé non-stop twice a week from 18 December 2026 through 7 March 2027, on the Airbus A350-900.
Flynas opens Riyadh–Malé route on 3 May, giving Saudi travellers a direct Maldives option
Saudi low-cost carrier Flynas will begin three-weekly nonstop flights between Riyadh and Velana International Airport from 3 May 2026 — the first direct scheduled service on the corridor.
Sri Lanka scraps visa fees for 40 countries to jump-start tourism
Short-stay ETAs are now free for travellers from 40 markets including the US, UK, Germany, UAE and much of the EU — a move aimed at reversing a sharp drop in arrivals.
Japan's new tourist taxes are now in force — here's what you'll actually pay
Hotel taxes are up in Tokyo and Kyoto, visa fees are rising to ¥15,000, and the departure tax is set to triple in July. A plain-English breakdown for travellers heading to Japan in 2026.
Four Seasons sends its first yacht to sea — and redraws the luxury cruise map
Four Seasons I, a 207-metre ultra-luxury yacht with 95 suites, an 11-restaurant food programme and a 1:1 staff-to-guest ratio, set sail on 20 March 2026. It's the luxury hotel brand's first move onto the water — and a direct challenge to the top of the cruise market.
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Celebrity Travel in the Maldives: The Islands' Most Famous Visitors
The Maldives has a long-established reputation as the destination of choice for the world's most recognisable faces. From Hollywood royalty to global sports icons, the Indian Ocean archipelago offers something that few places on earth can match: genuine isolation combined with unconditional luxury.
Behind the Scenes: How Resorts in the Maldives Maintain Luxury Standards
Beyond the turquoise waters and overwater villas, a complex operation keeps the Maldives’ luxury standards world-class. We go behind the scenes to explore how resorts maintain their exceptional hospitality.
The Rise of Wellness Tourism in the Maldives: Spa Trends and Luxury Retreats
The Maldives has seen a surge in luxury wellness retreats and innovative spa trends. We explore how this island paradise became one of the world’s top destinations for rejuvenation and mindful travel.