Maldives

Green News

Can sea walls and land reclamation save the Maldives from relocation?

‘We are self-sufficient’: The Maldives' president says fortress islands will help to prevent climate migration.

21/11/2023

Nature

Scientists discover new ecosystem 500m below the Maldives’ surface

Scientists on a 34-day mission in the Maldives have discovered a new oasis of life deep in the Indian ocean.

13/10/2022

Nature

Dolphin poo is saving coral reefs, says groundbreaking new study

The species plays a “significant role” in supporting the vulnerable ecosystems in this region and scientists are calling for their protection.

05/07/2022

Experiences

This resort in the Maldives is offering a dream internship opportunity

The lucky candidate will help Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu Resort’s in-house marine educator.

22/04/2022

Climate

The tourism paradox: Is the Maldives facing an existential crisis?

Failure to act could mean a 'death sentence' for island nations like this one

18/01/2022

Nature

Shark fishing for profit could soon be legal in the Maldives

Is killing more sharks the answer to boost the economy in the Maldives?

06/04/2021

Travel News

Qatar locals can now travel to the Maldives without restrictions

A unique new 'travel bubble holiday' package has been launched which means Qatar citizens can go to the Maldives without any restrictions.

17/11/2020

Green News

My eco-job: I run a coral nursery in the Maldives

Coral biologist Megan Clampitt tells us all about her job protecting the Indian ocean’s vital coral reefs.

24/08/2019

Destinations

The world's first underwater residence

Conrad Maldives Rangali Island opens the underwater suite by the end of this year.

30/04/2018

Maldives

Maldives declares state of emergency as troops storm Supreme Court

President Abdulla Yameen imposes curfew after refusing court order to free jailed opposition figures

06/02/2018

Destinations

Can you spend your holidays in the Maldives for an affordable price?

Kandima Maldives resort claims to be the first lifestyle resort in the Maldives with an affordable price tag.

30/12/2017

Destinations

At Cheval Blanc in the Maldives

A guest tells us what it's like to stay at Cheval Blanc Randheli in the Maldives

05/12/2017

Maldives

Maldives declares state of emergency

Authorities in the Maldives have declared a 30-day state of emergency, citing a threat to national security. It came two days before a demonstration

04/11/2015

Maldives

Maldives vice president arrested and charged with attempted murder of president

The vice president of the Maldives has been arrested and charged with attempting to assassinate the president. President Abdulla Yameen escaped

24/10/2015

Maldives

MH370: Malaysia to probe suspected plane debris found in Maldives

Malaysia says it is sending a team to the Maldives to investigate whether debris washed up there could be from missing Flight MH370. But authorities

10/08/2015