Мале Атолл / Каафу Атолл. Travel digest

TIME Magazine has placed Six Senses Laamu on its “World’s Greatest Places of 2026” list, a selection that honors destinations offering unique experiences, innovative practices, and a positive influence worldwide. The award underscores the resort’s commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable operations in the Maldives.

Marteyne van Well, Regional General Manager, explained

ELE|NA Elements of Nature, located within OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI, has received the 2026 Global Spa Awards title of Best Spa Resort in the Maldives, presented by The Luxury Spa Edit. The honor reflects the property’s dedication to wellness and spa services.

The Global Spa Awards are among the most prestigious recognitions in the spa sector, honoring outstanding spas, wellness retreats,

Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives, an award‑winning boutique resort in North Malé Atoll, has launched a limited‑time “Spring Savings” promotion called Kodhipparu Escapes. The campaign offers a 30 % discount on all villas and a 15 % discount on dining experiences for reservations made between 4 – 12 April 2026, with stays valid through 31 October 2026.

The offer targets travellers

Located in the crystal‑clear waters of North Malé Atoll, Eri Maldives is encircled by a vibrant house reef that impresses both novice snorkelers and experienced divers. Four convenient reef entry points and shore‑side access allow guests to explore the underwater world by snorkeling, introductory dives or advanced excursions.

The reef hosts a rich assortment of marine life. Regular

For the Easter holiday, Villa Nautica invites guests to unwind and enjoy a tranquil island experience in the Maldives, focusing on relaxation, fresh sea breezes, and quality time together. Direct bookings during this seasonal promotion can secure accommodation savings of up to 25%.

The resort lies just a short transfer from Velana International Airport and is crafted for laid‑back

Located within The Atollia resort complex and only a short speed‑boat ride from Malé, Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives is designed for couples seeking privacy, romance and unforgettable experiences.

The property offers a range of beachfront and over‑water villas, each equipped with spacious decks, private pools or Jacuzzis, and uninterrupted views of the turquoise lagoon. These

Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru, together with its sister property Dhawa Ihuru, celebrated Earth Hour 2026 with a full‑day programme that combined education, hands‑on marine work and a symbolic night‑time ceremony.

The event opened with a visit from teachers and pupils of Ahmadhiyya School in Malé. The group spent the day touring the resort’s sustainable facilities, gaining insight into

The Indian Ocean will host the 14th edition of the Surfing Champions Trophy from 4 to 11 September 2026 at Four Seasons Resort Maldives, Kuda Huraa. The event is invitation‑only and features three board categories – single‑fin, twin‑fin and thruster – on the renowned Sultans reef break.

Since its launch in 2011, the trophy has become a benchmark in surf culture, attracting legends

Reethi Faru Resort has been honoured with the 2025 British Airways Holidays Customer Excellence Award, which recognises outstanding performance in service quality, facilities and overall guest satisfaction.

The accolade is based on verified guest reviews gathered by British Airways Holidays in collaboration with the feedback platform Feefo. Travelers evaluated the resort on criteria

Baros Maldives has been honoured with the British Airways Holidays Customer Excellence Award for 2025. The distinction acknowledges the resort’s consistently high standards in service, facilities and overall guest satisfaction.

The award is based on verified guest feedback collected by British Airways Holidays in partnership with the review platform Feefo. Travelers assessed

Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives has launched a special Easter offering designed for families who want a blend of relaxation and seasonal activities on a private island in the South Malé Atoll.

The schedule features beach sports, guided snorkeling, arts‑and‑craft workshops, spa treatments and evening entertainment. Children can join the Kandoo Kids’ Club, which will run a dedicated

The Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru resort has celebrated the first successful hatching of a Hawksbill sea turtle on its beach since 2015. The eggs were deposited on 24 January and the hatchlings emerged on the afternoon of 23 March, making their way across the warm sand toward the lagoon.

Guests and staff observed the delicate process, which highlights the resort’s long‑term marine conservation

On March 20, 2026, Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa celebrated Eid al‑Fitr by gathering its staff for a communal Jaafaiy feast on the resort’s futsal field. The event highlighted Maldivian cultural traditions and demonstrated the resort’s dedication to employee well‑being.

The centerpiece of the evening was the Jaafaiy dinner, featuring a lacquered wooden serving

Tapasake Maldives, the signature restaurant situated on the private island of the One&Only Reethi Rah resort, will welcome Chef Norimasa Kosaka for a series of exclusive culinary events in March 2026. The programme includes a collaborative “four‑hands” dinner with resident chef Ahmed Jameel and a dedicated sushi night at the over‑water venue.

Blending Japanese techniques

Grand Park Kodhipparu, a luxury resort located about 20 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport, provides a swift transfer that removes the need for domestic flights, allowing guests to reach the island quickly after arrival.

The resort has secured four nominations in the 2026 Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific, highlighting its spa, dining venues and

The Ritz‑Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands – a luxury resort situated in the North Malé Atoll – announced on 5 March 2026 that Maldivian pastry chef Aminath is back at the property. Aminath, the founder of Maldivian Patisserie, has trained abroad and earned several accolades, such as Best Maldivian Pastry Chef 2022, gold medals at the Food and Hospitality Asia Maldives Awards, and participation

Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives has achieved a 9 / 10 rating on Booking.com and a 9.1 “Superb” score on HalalBooking, underscoring the resort’s consistency and guest‑approved luxury.

To encourage longer stays, the resort now offers an exclusive direct‑booking deal: pay for four nights and receive two additional nights free (Pay 4, Stay 6). The offer is open for reservations made

Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa welcomes families and travelers to a week‑long Easter escape from 1 to 7 April 2026. The programme, called “Soft Horizons”, is built around gentle pastel tones of lagoon blue, shell pink, warm sand and coral, creating a dreamy island ambience.

Each day offers a new activity. The celebration kicks off on 1 April with an Easter Bunny

Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa introduces a new Island Escape package aimed at local residents and expatriates who want a relaxing holiday. The promotion offers a chance to enjoy the resort’s peaceful environment together with its well‑known service standards.

Bookings can be made from 18 March 2026 until 15 April 2026, with stay dates available between 20 March 2026

In collaboration with the premium rum producer Planteray, NH Collection Maldives Reethi Resort has completed a pioneering experiment: the first ever certified underwater ageing of rum carried out by a hotel.

During a twelve‑month period, selected bottles of Planteray rum were placed in custom metal cages and lowered to a depth of ten metres off the coast of the UNESCO‑protected