Maldives News
Diva Maldives opens the first Marine Biology Centre
As part of a very rewarding cooperation with the former largest Marine Protected Area of the Maldives, Diva steps ahead in providing an unforeseen contribution to the research conducted on the year-round presence of whale sharks in South Ari Atoll by opening a dedicated Marine Biology Centre on the island of Dhidhoofinolhu. Home to a rich ecosystem, the reefs and the marine life of SAMPA, South Ari Marine Protected Area, will be overseen by the newly appointed resident marine biologist Chiara Fumagalli.
The Maldives Continues To Set The Standard For Luxury At Asia Pacific Hotel Awards
The Maldives has continued its reputation as one of the world’s leading luxury destinations, after been honoured in Shanghai last week at the inaugural Asia Pacific Hotel Awards 2011 in association with Bloomberg Television. Island Hideaway Resort Spa and Marina was awarded a "5 Star" in the category of Best Small Hotel Maldives and Lily Beach Resort and Spa was awarded a “Highly Commended” in the category of Best Resort Hotel Maldives.
Maldives Kanuhura Resort Wins Bloomerg Hotel Award 2011
Kanuhura has won the Bloomberg Hotel Award 2011, where the International Property Awards Ceremony was held at the Longemont Hotel in Shanghai on 31st of May 2011
The event is part of the International Property Awards, the world’s most prestigious competition dedicated to finding the best hotel properties from across the globe.
Medhufushi wins the Trip Advisor “Certificate of Excellence 2011”
Medhufushi Island Resort wins the “Certificate of Excellence” from the Trip Advisor.
This certificate is awarded to the member properties of Trip Advisor who consistently receive excellent ratings from the travelers on Trip Advisor. To qualify, the property shall maintain an average rating of four or higher out of a possible five, as reviewed by travelers on Trip Advisor. Additional criteria include volume of reviews and how recently they have been submitted by Trip Advisor travelers.
Resort unveils new Villas
A luxury Maldives resort has unveiled its new deluxe sunset pool villas - promising to be one of the hottest accommodation choices of the season.
Anantara Dhigu's five brand new Pool Villas and two-bedroom Pool Villas tastefully combine Maldivian island charm with modern conveniences. The elegant spaces are equipped with luxurious facilities such as espresso machines, IDD telephones, high-speed internet, personal surround-sound stereos and flat-screen TVs as well as CD, DVD and MP3 players. Guests can take
Maldives Game Fishing Association Launches Website
THE MALDIVES Game Fishing Association (MGFA) last week launched its new website www.mgfa.org.mv. Hosted by Dhiraagu, the new site will be warmly welcomed by the Maldives fishing and tourism industries, giving the opportunity for anglers and tourists, resorts and other operators a one-stop shop for information on
game fishing, sustainable fishing and the much-anticipated Maldives Game Fishing Challenge to be held from 9 to 12 November this year.
Centara Maldives offers guests a Robinson Crusoe experience
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to emulate Daniel Defoe's fictional hero, Robinson Crusoe, and be left alone on a tropical island with only the sound of the breeze rustling the coconut palms, and the waves breaking over the reef for company?
Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives is giving its guests exactly that opportunity, although the experience is not as austere as it sounds.
Under the Robinson Crusoe Excursion, which is priced at USD325 per person, guests at the resort are taken after breakfast by speedboat to a nearby uninhabited island, and left there alone on the beach.
Huvafen Fushi Offers The Most Desirable Valentines Destination
In the season of love, Huvafen Fushi turns into an enticing lovers’ paradise as the most exclusive retreat in the Maldives offers a tempting Valentine’s treat for couples for the whole month of February.
From February 1st to 28th, the chic island retreat becomes the definitive destination for an intimate and seductive romantic getaway, made even more exciting by a Grecian mythology-inspired theme. The unrivalled offer includes a seven-night stay at the retreat’s famed beach bungalows, a couples’ treatment at LIME the world’s first underwater spa, and a romantic sandbank lunch on a secluded island all for a package price starting at US$12,108
Maldives to receive best view of ‘ring of fire’ eclipse
The Maldives will tomorrow become the best vantage point in the world to watch the longest-lasting solar eclipse of the millenium – at least until the year 3043.
The eclipse will follow a 300-kilometre wide route across Africa, the Indian Ocean and eastern Asia, beginning at 10:45am
Maldivian time and almost completely overlapping the sun at 12.27pm, creating a stunning ‘ring of fire’ effect that will be visible for almost 11 minutes.
So unique is the event that scientists and eclipse chasers from all over the world are converging on Male to watch the spectacular event.
Maldives ranked as the Best Beach & Relaxation destination
The Maldives has been ranked as the Best Country Brand for Beach and Best Country Brand for Rest and Relaxation for the year 2008. Maldives also ranked 2nd in the Best Country Brand for Natural Beauty and 3rd in the Best Country Brand for Resort and Lodging Options.
The Country Brand Index was officially released during London’s World Travel Market in November 2008.
Country Brand Index is a comprehensive study of approximately 2,700 international business and leisure travellers from nine countries. It is conducted by FutureBrand, a global brand consultancy company and Weber Shandwick which is a public relations firm.
The main marketing slogan for the destination Maldives is “Maldives…the Sunny Side of Life”. The wellness and relaxation aspect is promoted under the
New edition of 'Maldives Traveller' released
2009 edition of 'Maldives Traveller' has released by Minister of tourism and civil aviation Dr. Abdulla Mausoom on 18th September 2008, to coincide with the beginning of JATA World travel fair in Tokyo, Japan.
The launching of 'Maldives Traveller' was held at Hotel Nikko in Japan, at the Maldivian dinner reception hosted
by the Maldives Tourism Promotion
Board. Several travel agents, tour operators, media from Japan and JATA travel fair delegates from Maldives participated in the event.
2009 edition of 'Maldives Traveller' has released by Minister of tourism and civil aviation Dr. Abdulla Mausoom on 18th September 2008, to coincide
Maldives chosen as the ‘Indian Ocean’s Leading Destination’
The Maldives has been chosen as the Indian Ocean’s Leading Destination by the World Travel Awards (WTA). Male’ International Airport, Maldives won the “Indian Ocean’s Leading Airport” award. The Asia and Indian Ocean Winner Award Ceremony was held in Shanghai, China on the 19th of June 2008.
Maldives Tourism Promotion Board accepted the award on behalf of the Maldives tourism industry.
The Maldives has been chosen as the Indian Ocean’s Leading Destination by the World Travel Awards (WTA). Male’ International Airport, Maldives won the “Indian Ocean’s Leading Airport” award. The Asia and Indian Ocean Winner Award Ceremony was held in Shanghai, China on the 19th of June 2008.