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Maldives

Read the latest news about the tropical island nation in the Indian Ocean facing economic challenges and severe climate change threats

JA Manafaru is a 14-hectare island located in the remote Haa Alif Atoll in the far north of the Maldives. Photo: JA Manafaru

Where to stay in the Maldives, from secluded luxury escapes to family resorts

TravelOctober 27, 2026
Four Seasons Kuda Huraa is a smaller resort island that's been around for nearly 30 years. Photo: Four Seasons

Four Seasons Kuda Huraa, Maldives review: A Maldives classic that still delivers

TravelOctober 26, 2026
The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort is a family-friendly hotel, without being child-centric. Photo: Marriott International Hotels

A family review of The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo

TravelOctober 14, 2026
Emaar's Mohamed Alabbar, founder and chairman of private investment and real estate development company Eagle Hills, at a press conference in Dubai with government representatives from the Maldives. Antonie Robertson / The National
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Abu Dhabi's Eagle Hills signs $12bn deal with Maldives for waterfront project

PropertySeptember 21, 2026
Manta rays are listed as a vulnerable species, and the UK's Manta Trust is working to protect them. Photo: Four Seasons

Swimming with manta rays in the Maldives

TravelSeptember 16, 2026
The hotel is reachable via a 90-minute seaplane ride. Photo: JA Manafaru

A luxurious Maldivian getaway that highlights the country’s bounty

TravelJuly 17, 2026
Luxury at Huvafen Fushi is as much about seclusion as it is about dedicated service. Photo: Huvafen Fushi

Stargazing, sea views and secluded space at Huvafen Fushi in the Maldives

TravelJuly 09, 2026
Atlantis the Royal, Maldives on Vaaredhdhoo Faru island, which is 10 minutes by seaplane from Male's Velana International Airport. Photo: Atlantis

Atlantis The Royal expands to the Maldives with resort opening in 2029

TravelNovember 11, 2025
The resort is home to 80 villas and residences, each with a private pool. Photo: Anantara

Stunning sunsets and magical stargazing at Anantara Kihavah Maldives

TravelOctober 10, 2025
Centara Grand Lagoon is part of a planned cluster of hotels in the Maldives. Photo: Centara Hotel and Resorts

Review: Thai warmth and Maldivian natural beauty at Centara Grand Lagoon

TravelSeptember 13, 2025
The $8.8 billion MIFC project aims to attract global financial institutions, FinTech companies and entrepreneurs. Photo: MBS Global

Tax-free Maldives financial centre ‘will not compete’ with those in the UAE

EconomyMay 07, 2025
A rendering of the Maldives International Financial Centre, which is aimed at supporting the country's diversification efforts. Photo: MBS Global
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Dubai firm to build skyscraper-studded tax-free financial centre in Maldives

EconomyMay 05, 2025
The island resorts of the Maldives, a major tourist destination, have banned Israeli tourists in strong support of Palestinians amid the Gaza conflict. Photo: Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru
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Maldives bans Israelis from entering in protest against Gaza war

AsiaApril 16, 2025
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru in the North Male Atoll, the Maldives. Photo: Banyan Tree

Three decades of preserving Maldivian paradise at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru

TravelApril 10, 2025
Alila Kothaifaru resort in the Maldives wants to show how luxury and sustainability can coexist. Photo: Alila

Can luxury and sustainability coexist in the Maldives?

TravelJanuary 23, 2025
Niyama Private Islands in the Maldives is reachable by seaplane from Male International Airport. Photo: Niyama Private Islands

Niyama Private Islands, Maldives

TravelDecember 13, 2024
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