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Dubai's Chedi Hospitality partners with JIH Global to open a boutique luxury resort and branded residences in the Maldives. Here's everything you need to know.

Visit Maldives is targeting high-net-worth individuals with its new Super Yacht Promotion Campaign (Sep-Dec 2025). Learn how the country is positioning itself as the Indian Ocean's premier destination for luxury yachting and maritime travel.

Explore the rising trend of Maldivian guesthouse travel. Go beyond the resort and immerse yourself in local culture, supporting authentic island communities while enjoying a new kind of paradise.

From October 30 to November 5, The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands, will host its first Autumn Festival — a week of Halloween-inspired activities, wellness programs, children’s events, and Michelin-star dining by Chef Max Strohe. Designed for families, couples, and adventurers, the festival brings seasonal celebration to paradise.

The Independent recently called Side, Turkey, “Maldives-like.” While flattering, the Maldives remains unmatched: private-island resorts, year-round tropical weather, vibrant marine life, and world-class exclusivity. We welcome the comparison with pride, but the Maldives’ natural beauty and cultural authenticity cannot be duplicated elsewhere.

Velaa Private Island Maldives has been recognized by Upscale Living Magazine as one of the world’s top 10 ultra-luxury private islands. Known for seclusion, Michelin-star dining, and its private golf academy, Velaa cements the Maldives’ place as a global leader in exclusive travel experiences.

“All-inclusive” in the Maldives can mean very different things — from basic buffets and house wines to private butlers and unlimited spa treatments. This guide explains the main types of all-inclusive packages, which resorts offer them, and the key takeaways every traveler should know before booking their Maldivian escape.

Dhonfanu reef is temporarily closed for snorkeling and diving following protest plans, restricting up to 700 meters from the reef. MATATO warns that this closure risks harming local tourism businesses, marine conservation efforts, and the Maldives’ global image as a marine nature destination.

Floating solar islands are powering the Maldives toward a sustainable future. Alongside, resorts like Kudadoo, Soneva, and Six Senses Laamu lead with renewable energy and eco-initiatives, showing that luxury travel and environmental responsibility can thrive together in the Indian Ocean.