Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Relatively speaking, the Maldives haven’t been on the vacation radar—at least with US travelers—for that long, but the archipelago ...

The Maldives — an Indian Ocean archipelago consisting of more than 1,000 islands — is known for shocking turquoise water, powder white sand and luxurious overwater bungalow hotels. Some Maldives ...

There is an indelible memory I have that comes to me at least once a month. I am lying on a bench staring up through the square-framed sky inside James Turrell’s interactive artwork, “Skyspace Amarta, ...

Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon has been honoured with the HolidayCheck Gold Award 2026 for the second consecutive year, ...

The airline and hotel industries might be far more accommodating of pets lately, but it’s still not all that easy to take your furry pals on holiday with you. At Baros Maldives resort, you don’t need ...

Tourism only began in the Maldives in 1972 and since then, the Indian Ocean island nation has risen to be a top luxury destinations, receiving about a million visitors per year. Though there's been a ...

Hard Rock International has announced plans to broaden the Maldives’ appeal beyond luxury with a new resort aimed at medium to upscale travelers. In a written release Todd Hricko, senior vice ...

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Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Alexandra Kirkman covers travel, with a focus on luxury destinations. Crown & Champa Resorts (CCR) is poised to add another ...

There might not be a more “Instagrammable” location than the Maldives. The group of coral islands in the Indian Ocean showcase crystal clear waters, white sandy beaches and luxury accommodations ...

I’ll admit it: when I used to picture the Maldives, I saw the White Lotus version: glossy overwater bungalows, champagne at sunset, couples posing for drone shots over endless turquoise seas. And yes, ...

W Hotels, part of Mariott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 hotel brands has announced the redesign of the W Maldives. The renovation blends contemporary luxury with the island’s untamed beauty offering a ...