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“Maldives; A Simple Story” — Oaga Art Resort Unveils the 2025/26 Veyoge Gallery Villa Exhibition with 15 local Artists

Oaga Art Resort, a Maldivian homegrown brand, is where creativity thrives, stories unfold,and art becomes a living part of every guest experience. The resort unveiled its latest Veyoge Gallery Villa Exhibition 2025/2026 during an exclusive launch event. Just a 45 minute speedboat ride from Malé International Airport, the island continues to redefine the intersection of art, culture, and hospitality, offering guests a deeply personal and engaging experience. Fannuverin Fathuruverinnah: Where Art Breathes Life into the Oaga Experience At the heart of this edition is Fannuverin Fathuruverinnah, Oaga’s CSR initiative, “creatives for travelers,” which integrates the vibrant spirit of Maldivian art into every stay. Guests encounter a living gallery in the Veyoge Villas, where each artwork tells a story, and every brushstroke reflects the soul of the islands. Over the past few years, Oaga has hosted over 60 local artists and more than 300 art pieces through the Veyoge Gallery Villa Exhibition...
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Joali Maldives Marks Seven Years of Craftsmanship and Distinctive Hospitality

JOALI Maldives marks its seventh anniversary, reflecting on a journey shaped by craftsmanship, thoughtful service, and its guiding philosophy, the Joy of Creative Living. In seven years, the design-focused resort has grown from an ambitious new arrival into a recognised name within the Maldives’ high-end hospitality landscape. A Vision Taking Shape Launched in 2018, JOALI began as a lifestyle brand grounded in the idea of sharing the Joy of Living — a celebration of creativity, connection, and mindful luxury. As its first property, JOALI Maldives has since refined this approach into the Joy of Creative Living, expressing its identity as the Maldives’ only art-immersive resort. The resort features 73 villas designed with a balance of style and sustainability. Elements such as the distinctive arrival jetty, hand-carved details, and curated artworks from global creators form a setting where design encourages reflection and inspiration. Over time, JOALI Maldives has become known as a place...

‘I AM Maldives’ Roadshow Successfully Launched in, Central Eastern Europe

Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has collaborated with the National Hotel and Guesthouse Association of Maldives (NGHAM) to organise “I AM Maldives” Roadshow 2025 in Central and Eastern Europe, a focused initiative designed to expand the Maldives’ presence in three key emerging markets – Poland, Romania, and the Czech Republic. In partnership with NHGAM, the roadshow serves as a dedicated platform to strengthen business relationships, enhance destination visibility, and promote the Maldives as a preferred holiday choice for travellers across the region. The event will take place in Warsaw (17 November), Bucharest (19 November), and Prague (21 November), uniting travel industry professionals, agencies, tour operators, and media representatives under one banner.   Featuring 26 exhibitors, including resorts, hotels, guesthouses, liveaboards, and travel agencies, the “I AM Maldives” Roadshow showcases the destination’s world-class hospitality, luxury experiences, community-led tourism...

Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts Maldives unveils its biggest Black Friday sale yet with up to 80% off and complimentary roundtrip transfers

Cinnamon Hotels and Resorts Maldives has launched its most significant Black Friday offer to date, giving travellers the chance to experience the Maldives with exceptional value. With up to 80% off stays and complimentary round trip transfers, the promotion brings the beauty of the Maldives within closer reach for guests seeking turquoise lagoons, soft white sands, and the signature warmth of the brand’s hospitality. This year’s Black Friday promotion also includes a selection of Book Direct Benefits available once during the stay. Guests may choose from exclusive dining experiences, spa treatments, marine excursions, or resort credits depending on the property, enabling them to personalise their island holiday with added value. Set in the sparsely populated Vaavu Atoll, Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives offers guests uninterrupted access to abundant marine life, a wide lagoon, and expansive ocean views. Its contemporary overwater villas and strong culinary positioning, including the accl...

Lha Velaa Kids Club Unveils Spectacular Redesign Inspired by Colour, Movement, and Sustainable Play

Velaa Private Island has announced the official launch of the newly redesigned Lha Velaa Kids Club, developed in collaboration with Worldwide Kids. The refreshed space features vibrant outdoor areas designed to encourage creativity, exploration, and imaginative play for young guests. A central feature of the redesign is the Velaa Seaplane, now positioned as the focal point of the outdoor playground. Equipped with slides and climbing elements, the structure offers children an opportunity to engage in active, adventure-inspired play. Movement with Purpose: Human-Powered Energy at Play The new design incorporates activities that highlight both movement and sustainability, introducing elements where physical activity generates energy. The Energy Studio encourages children to convert their motion into power, offering a screen-free way to combine fitness and interactive learning. Interactive elements include: Shot Spot Wall Game by Playnetic, fully powered by kinetic energy. Kylii Quest, a m...

Thirty Years of the Original Maldives: Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru Unveils ‘A Season to Return’ Festive Celebration

  This festive season, Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru invites travellers to return to where the story of the Original Maldives began — a sanctuary of barefoot elegance, ocean tranquillity, and heartfelt connection. From 22 December 2025 to 10 January 2026, the island marks its 30-year journey with the theme “A Season to Return” — a celebration of gratitude and renewal, where moments of wellbeing, community, and culinary artistry come together in harmony. Spa and Wellbeing: Moments of Reflection and Renewal The festive season offers a moment to slow down and restore balance — to reconnect with what truly matters. Begin each day with sunrise yoga, or meditation by the ocean, and embrace renewal through regenerative spa rituals at the award-winning Banyan Tree Spa, honoured by the Travel + Leisure Asia Awards 2025. Highlights include the New Year’s Yoga Awakening on the Lagoon Platform, Gratitude Meditation, and Herbal Massage Oil Workshops, each reflecting Banyan Tree’s holistic approach to ...

Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa Maldives elevates to a five star adults only island retreat

  Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa Maldives has been reimagined as a five star, adults only sanctuary, setting a new standard for refined relaxation amidst the Maldives’ pristine surroundings. This repositioning ushers in a fresh chapter for the resort, unveiling thoughtfully designed spaces, curated dining experiences, and enhanced leisure facilities, all reflecting its promise – For Those Who’ve Outgrown Ordinary. Dining The resort’s culinary landscape has been completely reimagined with the introduction of two signature restaurants. Summer, the resort’s open-air, beachfront restaurant, is set to open in late November. Capturing the vibrant energy of southern coastal cuisine, it brings to life a lively grill concept inspired by the laid-back charm of Louisiana. The menu celebrates flame-grilled specialties, gourmet burgers, and hearty comfort dishes, served in a beach-style setting that transitions effortlessly from the warmth of the afternoon to the relaxed rhythm of the evening. Corals, ...