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.
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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.
Maldives Legend Wins Double at the Inaugural ADEX Blue Legacy Awards 2026
The Maldives-based liveaboard operator takes home Dive Travel Company of the Year and Liveaboard of the Year at Asia's largest dive expo in Singapore.
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives Achieves Dual Nominations in the Condé Nast Traveller UK & US Readers' Choice Awards 2026
The North Malé Atoll resort has been nominated in the Resorts category of both the UK and US editions of the Condé Nast Readers' Choice Awards 2026, building on a string of global recognitions over the past two years.
Eri Maldives Showcases One of North Malé Atoll's Finest House Reefs
Eri Maldives offers four direct reef entry points and a house reef home to reef sharks, hawksbill turtles, manta rays, and dense schools of reef fish — all a short speedboat transfer from Velana International Airport.
Michal Zemlicka Promoted to Executive Assistant Manager at One&Only Reethi Rah
One&Only Reethi Rah promotes Michal Zemlicka to Executive Assistant Manager, Food & Beverage, recognising his role in elevating the resort's dining programme including the reopening of signature restaurant TAPASAKE.
Hanifaru Bay's record 2025 manta season
Hanifaru Bay had one of its strongest manta seasons in years in 2025, with more than 100 rays recorded in a single afternoon on 5 November and whale sharks joining the feeding aggregations multiple times.
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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.