Sun and dive into underwater world for a Holiday to Remember Celebrate the year end festivities at the oh-so inspiring (desti)nation This festive season, the Maldives’ game-changing affordable lifestyle resort, Kandima Maldives, is making a splash with an anything-but-ordinary two week-long programme of activities starting 22nd December under the theme “Aqua Fantasia”. Plunge into an underwater fantasy world where even the wildest imaginations are brought to life as the (desti)nation turns into a vibrant tropical paradise and ocean-inspired playground. Ring in the most wonderful time of the year the K’way with these festive activities promising fun for all ages! Christmas classics with a kool twist Guests are invited to enjoy familiar holiday traditions from gingerbread ho...
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Unadulterated moments come to life as luxury meets inspiration at the Residence by Cenizaro, Maldives Floating in the Indian Ocean, The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi with 94 villas and the Residence Maldives at Dhigurah with 173 villas are located in the Gaafu Alifu Atoll, also known as the northern Huvadhoo Atoll. As you spend your days and nights breathing clean air, feet dipped in crystal blue water, you can feel the strain of a hectic city life melting away. Barefoot luxury at its finest is what The Residence by Cenizaro is designed to offer. Stay in the lap of luxury As you step into this haven, unwinding in the true sense begins, thanks to the muted tones of the interiors contrasted with the azure sea. The understated luxury is perfectly expressed through thatched...
Read MoreBoth, Dhigurah and Falhumaafushi have perfect diving spots Home to some of the best beaches in the world, the Maldives offers an assortment of unrivalled luxury, white sandy beaches and a supreme underwater world, making it the perfect choice for a trip of a lifetime. Both The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah and The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi define many people's idea of balmy perfection: blissful blue lagoons, coral reefs and seclusion, offering privacy like no other. Surrounded by a beautiful, untouched reef and set on one of the deepest and untouched atolls, with more than 250 species of coral and 1,200 species of marine life, both Falhumaafushi and Dhigurah are must-visit resorts for keen snorkelers and divers. The waters are home to hard and soft corals, sponges, se...
Read MoreOutrigger Maldives Maafushivaru Resort has earned the title of “Best Luxury Hideaway Resort in Maldives, 2022”, in this year’s Luxury Lifestyle Awards. The visually stunning property comprises a collection of 81 luxury villas in five categories including beach, pool and duplex accommodations, as well as coveted overwater bungalows. “Outrigger Maldives Maafushivaru sparkles with breathtakingly beautiful nature alongside elegant accommodations. We are so proud that our delightful hideaway has already been recognised by the experts from Luxury Lifestyle Awards,” said John Allanson, General Manager of the property. “The Outrigger Way commitment to authentically caring for our guests, alongside the bewitching allure of our setting has been apparent to patrons and judges alike,” he...
Read MoreTourism leaders from across Asia and the Pacific have placed building resilience and embracing innovation at the heart of the sector’s restart and sustainable future. The 34th Joint Meeting of the UNWTO Commission for East Asia and the Pacific and the UNWTO Commission for South Asia (34th CAP-CSA), was held as destinations across the region begin welcoming back international tourists. The region was hit first and hit hardest by the pandemic’s impact on tourism as many countries maintained strict restrictions on travel. Now, as UNWTO data confirms a 64% increase in international arrivals in the first quarter of 2022 compared to 2021, the high-level meeting of sector leaders identified the key challenges and opportunities ahead. UNWTO’s Work in the Region UNWTO Secretary-General Zu...
Read MoreThe second COLOURS OF OBLU resort to open this year promises to dazzle guests with fun duplex-style family rooms, vibrantly social La Promenade featuring a cafe and wine boutique, and a scenic ‘Channel’ that meanders across the island. COLOURS OF OBLU, a brand by Atmosphere Hotels and Resorts, ushers in a playful new energy to the Maldives with the opening of OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi on 19 May 2022. Free-spirited relaxation is the vibe here, with an invigorating environment where guests can connect with nature, the local people, and fellow travelers. And thereby find the freedom to reconnect with their true inner self. Translating from the Maldivian dialect of Dhivehi, ‘Aila’ means family and ‘Fushi’ means island, in essence, the Family Island. A 15-minute speedboat ride from Ve...
Read MoreWith summer around the corner, a beach holiday is probably on the mind, not to mention an all-round wellness and relaxation experience. What better way to get your dose of sea, spa, serenity than at a luxury resort along or on the sea? Whether you are travelling with a special someone, with bundles of joy in tow, or with a group of friends, The Residence by Cenizaro resorts is just what you need to breathe a sigh of relief and immerse in the goodness of life. Choose from three resorts, each a jewel in its own right: The Residence Mauritius Exude modern-day royalty as you unwind in the resort’s turn-of-the-century plantation house-inspired guest rooms. The Residence Mauritius stands on a mile of white sand kissed by the azure blue of the Indian ocean. Culinary enthus...
Read MoreA day after coal and fertilizer billionaire Andrey Melnichenko was placed on the European Union's sanctions list on March 9, his superyacht Motor Yacht A stopped broadcasting its location while in Maldives' waters, maritime data shows. In Italy, four days later, authorities seized another of Melnichenko's vessels – the world's largest sailing yacht, estimated by Italian financial police to be worth $578 million. Switching off devices that allow authorities to track a ship's whereabouts can help keep yachts out of their sight. FILE PHOTO: Super yacht 'Motor Yacht A', owned by Russian tycoon Andrey Melnichenko, is seen in front of the Monaco harbour. REUTERS/Stefano Rellandini But in Maldives, the chances of action against the property of sanctioned oligarchs are in any case sli...
Read MoreSet to expand Signature Cultural Experiences in the Indian Ocean The premier beach resort brand enhances portfolio with the purchase of luxury Maafushivaru Resort Outrigger Hospitality Group has announced that it is acquiring the newly renovated five-star Maafushivaru Resort in the Maldives – adding another premier beach property to its expanding global portfolio as early as 1 April, 2022. The luxury resort will be renamed Outrigger Maldives Maafushivaru Resort and is located on a private island in the pristine South Ari Atoll region, a 25-minute seaplane flight from Malé – offering convenient access and breathtaking views for arriving guests. The resort is comprised of a collection of 81 luxury villa styles including beach, pool and duplex accommodations, as well as co...
Read MoreAt least five superyachts owned by Russian billionaires were anchored or cruising on Wednesday in Maldives, an Indian Ocean island nation that does not have an extradition treaty with the United States, ship tracking data showed. The vessels' arrival in the archipelago off the coast of Sri Lanka follows the imposition of severe Western sanctions on Russia in reprisal for its Feb. 24 invasion of Ukraine. FILE PHOTO: Superyachts anchored in Maldives The Clio superyacht, owned by Oleg Deripaska, the founder of aluminium giant Rusal, who was sanctioned by the United States in 2018, anchored off the capial Male on Wednesday, according to shipping database MarineTraffic. The Titan, owned by Alexander Abramov, a co-founder of steel producer Evraz, arrived on Feb. 28. Three further...
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