US–Iran Deal Reopens Hormuz — and Eases the Pressure on Gulf Travel
A framework deal to end more than 100 days of war will reopen the Strait of Hormuz on Friday. Oil prices are already falling — and the Gulf transit corridor that most long-haul Maldives travel depends on is set to stabilise.
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Booking.com Data Breach Puts Travel Booking Security Back in Focus
Booking.com has confirmed unauthorised access to some customer booking details, raising fresh concerns over targeted travel scam messages.
Siyam World Launches Wreck-to-Reef Dive Site in Noonu Atoll
Siyam World has opened a wreck-to-reef dive site around a 66-metre former tuna freighter sunk off Noonu Atoll in October 2024. The project combines diving, coral planting, and reef monitoring — but travellers should still check certification rules, pricing, and guest access before booking.
Germany Removes Airport Transit Visa Requirement for Indian Nationals
Indian nationals can now transit through German airports without an airport transit visa when connecting onward to a country outside the Schengen Area, after a rule change that took effect on 3 June 2026.
The Westin Maldives Puts Baa Atoll's Manta Season in Focus
Manta season has returned to Baa Atoll. Here is how The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort is shaping the May to October season for travellers, with Hanifaru Bay access, marine biology sessions, wellness recovery, and all-inclusive value inside the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
Maldives Holiday Prices Are Shifting in 2026. Here’s What Travellers Should Know
Maldives holiday prices are becoming harder to compare in 2026 as flights, transfers, meal plans and resort inclusions play a bigger role in the final cost. Here is what travellers should understand before booking.
Itaca Luxury Collection to Open Seven-Villa Nilaa Coral Island in the Maldives
An Italian luxury brand is bringing a seven-villa private island to the far south of the Maldives. Nilaa Coral Island has not confirmed an official opening date, but its teasers point to a late 2026 opening. Here is what we know.
Cathay Pacific Reopens The Wing, First, Its Flagship Hong Kong Lounge
After an 11-month rebuild, Cathay Pacific's flagship first-class lounge at Hong Kong International is open again — with a new à la carte Dining Room, private spa booths, and an enclosed work suite. Here's what's inside, and who gets in.
China Eastern Boosts Shanghai–Malé Flights to Daily for July Peak
China Eastern is scaling its Shanghai–Malé service up to daily for the July peak, adding widebody capacity on the route from the Maldives' largest source market.
Orient Express Launches the Corinthian, the World's Largest Sailing Yacht
The largest sailing yacht ever built has begun its maiden season. The 220-metre Orient Express Corinthian brings Art Deco glamour, 54 suites and five Yannick Alléno restaurants to the Mediterranean — here's what it offers and where it sails.
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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.
The Collapse of the 7-Month Booking Window
The summer booking window has collapsed from over seven months to roughly sixteen weeks. New data from Hays Travel and TUI’s May 2026 briefings shows why: financial conservation, geopolitical hesitation, and a deal-hunting myth are reshaping how Europe books its summer holidays. Here is what it means for travellers planning a trip right now.
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.