Magic of Maldives

12/12/2024

05/12/2024

Hello Maldives lovers - we've been asked by a few people about the new taxes that have recently been brought in by the Maldives government, boo! To summarise:
*From 1 December, new airport taxes will add around £32pp to each Economy or Premium Economy flight - this will be added to any ticket that has been booked on a deposit basis, but has not yet been paid for in full and tickets issued
*From 1 January 2025, the Green Tax will be doubled, this will add around £5pp per night to every resort island stay
*From 1 July 2025, the GST tax will be raised from 16% to 17%

So far, a handful of islands have said they will absorb these new taxes for existing bookings, but most are going to pass the extra Green Tax cost on to the guest.

Therefore, we have taken the decision to absorb the extra taxes ourselves for customers already booked.

For transparency, the only exception is for a few customers who had Business Class flight tickets held on deposit, where the new taxes would add around £96pp to every ticket. Having spoken to these customers individually, all opted to have their tickets issued by 1 December in order to avoid the extra tax.

I hope everyone feels that this is fair to all our customers.

15/11/2024

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c9NrhtREBnE
A stunning new video of OBLU NATURE Helengeli to set you up for the weekend. Renowned for its fabulous house reef and comprehensive All Inclusive plan, it's just 50 minutes by speedboat from the airport.
Book by 9 December for discounts of up to 35% depending on the villa category, for stays 27 April-17 October 2025.
Guide price, 7 nights in May in a Sunrise Water Villa with Pool, including direct flights with British Airways and transfers, £2,490pp

OBLU NATURE Helengeli by SENTIDO re-opened with an all-new vibrant look set to entice your senses. Rooted in nature, the resort is designed to bring travelle...

09/11/2024

A peek at the new Veligandu Maldives Resort Island, re-opening on 23 November...

06/11/2024

A busy day of meeting resorts at the World Travel Market in London yesterday, including lovely little Makunudu where the big news is that they are going adult-only, with no children under 12 allowed. They have also refurbished some villas, creating a new villa category, and are upgrading their All Inclusive package. Perfect timing for our summer 25 offer, with 35% off and a free upgrade from FB to AI from May-September - must book by end December.

30/10/2024

Which would get your vote?

Previously envisioned liveries for Villa Air’s seaplane operation featuring the Twin Otter. What are your thoughts on these designs?

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25/10/2024

Important info! Maldives to ban v**es from 15 November!

Starting from November 15, the import of va**ng equipment and its parts will be banned. Following this, from December 15, the use, possession, manufacture, sale, advertising, and free distribution of va**ng devices will be prohibited.

Homeland secuity minister Ali Ihsan confirmed that the ban will also apply to tourists entering the Maldives. Responding to questions from the press, Ihsan stated, “From November 15, if anyone enters the Maldives and attempts to bring v**e devices, we will intercept them at the border.” He also clarified that from December 15, tourists will be prohibited from using v**e devices in the country.

When asked whether exceptions could be made for tourists, Ihsan said there are currently no plans to offer special provisions under the law.

“Other governments may decide to offer tourists special status, similar to the way alcohol is allowed in resorts. However, we have no intention of doing so at this time,” he added.

We shall see how this pans out...

18/10/2024

With so many fabulous resort islands, it can be difficult to choose the right one - that is where Magic of Maldives comes in! And to help, we've got together with our colleagues at Hummingbird Travel, who many of you will have been looked after by on arrival in Maldives, to create a map of the atolls and resorts, with symbols highlighting any special features such as an exceptional house reef. If you would like a copy sent to you, drop us an email at [email protected]

05/10/2024

Update re the temporary closure of Reethi Beach Resort - will actually close 1 May, not 25 April as previously reported, and operate completely normally until then, re-opens 1 December

03/10/2024

Fancy a winter getaway to a snorkelling paradise?
Fab offer at NH Collection Maldives Havodda Resort for stays until 8 January...
🐠 45% off until 23 December, 40% off 24 Dec-8 Jan
🐠 Free upgrade to Half Board
🐠 Free transfers for up to 3 passengers
🐠 No supplements for either the Christmas Eve or New Year's Eve gala dinners
🐠 Guide price: 10 nights departing 1 December, in a Sunrise Beach Villa on Half Board including Etihad flights from London and domestic flight + speedboat transfers, £5,680 for 2 adults.
🐠 Add All Inclusive for £888 per person
🐠 Book by 31 October, contact us for other departure airports

03/10/2024

News about Reethi Beach... it will be closing from 25 April-1 December for refurbishment
https://maldives.net.mv/61558/minor-hotels-to-open-nh-collection-maldives-reethi-resort-in-baa-atoll-in-2025/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0ATg_xCr5Hmas56A0x15rGnC7s5_-fVZdYiSkQ7MxuDGq9iNa5TCL0DsI_aem_j5msSdV96LZtW_nFbkulmw

Minor Hotels, in partnership with a private equity fund managed by Ares Management, has announced the upcoming rebrand of Reethi Beach Resort as NH Collection Maldives Reethi Resort, set to re-open in Q4 2025 after an extensive renovation. The 129-key property is set on a lush island in Hanifaru Bay...

02/10/2024

News from Reethi Faru Resort, the infinity pool has been renovated and is fully re-open, looks pretty good!

01/10/2024

FLASH SALE!
Who doesn't love a free upgrade? Especially combined with a huge discount and free seaplane transfers!
The 5-star Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa Maldives is in the remote Haa Alifu atoll, 75 minutes seaplane from Male, and has an unusual double reef with a deep channel between that attracts manta rays, dolphins and whale sharks.
Book by 5 October 2024 for stays from now until end of October 2025 (not including festive season or 13-27 April) and have:
🐬 45% discount
🐬 Free upgrade from Sunset Beach Villa to Deluxe Water Villa with Pool or spacious Beach Residence with Plunge Pool
🐬 Free meal upgrade from B&B to Half Board, Half Board to Full Board or a big discount on the comprehensive White Platinum All Inclusive plan
🐬 Free seaplane transfers for 2 adults
Guide price: 7 nights in June 2025, Deluxe Water Villa with Pool on White Platinum All Inclusive, Emirates flights from London and seaplane transfers, £6,585 for 2 adults (contact us for other airports or airlines)
Be quick!

11/09/2024

Kuredu Island Resort is a favourite with many of our clients, with its stunning sandbank and lots of turtles!
Book by 31 October for next summer and we have a fab discount...
Guide price: 14 nights in June, Beach Bungalow on All Inclusive Plus including Qatar Airways flights from London and seaplane transfers, £5,700 for 2 adults, Sangu Water Villa £7,890 (contact us for other departure airports and villa types)
Plus 2 children stay free in some villa types, offer valid for stays from 21 April to 31 October 2025

09/09/2024

Ah to be there right now! We have 30% off and a free upgrade to Half Board for October stays...

08/09/2024

Check out our latest newsletter with some great special offers!

Dear Maldives lovers There are some great offers around at the moment, so we wanted to highlight some of the best ones! Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu - Christmas bargain! Offers for the festive season are few and far between, but this is a great one! For stays until 26 December (inclusive so can return on 2...

06/09/2024

FREE UPGRADE TO POOL VILLA!
Swap autumn grey for Maldives blue and escape to beautiful five-star Cora Cora island, with its fresh, modern design, stunning beaches, a house reef and a dine-around All Inclusive plan that includes four a la carte restaurants, premium drinks and bubbles and minibar. Until 20 December we have:
🐠 30% discount
🐠 50% off seaplane transfers
🐠 Free upgrade from an overwater Lagoon Villa to a Lagoon Villa with Pool!
Guide price - 7 nights in November including direct BA flights and seaplane transfers, £6,080 for 2 adults

05/09/2024

CHRISTMAS BARGAIN! 🌴🌴🌴
Fancy festive season in the sun? We have a fantastic offer at Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu, with 50% off stays until 26 December (inclusive) and a free upgrade from Half Board to All Inclusive!
Coco Palm is a beautifully natural, eco-minded island in Baa atoll, with a house reef and a turtle sanctuary.
Guide price - 10 nights in a Deluxe Villa on All Inclusive, including gala Christmas Eve dinner, direct flights from London with British Airways and seaplane transfers, departing 16 December (returning 27 December) - £5,666 for 2 adults!
If you want to stay for New Year, the island has a 35% discount from 27 December.