News
Stay up to date with the latest news, stories and island highlights from Kandooma Maldives. From upcoming events and special experiences to sustainability initiatives, seasonal celebrations and behind-the-scenes moments, this section brings you closer to life on our tropical island.
Celebrating Our World Travel Awards 2026 Nominations
At Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives, recognition is never
taken for granted. It is earned through the experiences we create, the people
who bring them to life, and the guests who choose to spend their most valuable
time with us.
An Activity-rich Island Escape Awaits Families this Easter at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives
Swap traditional Easter routines for barefoot island celebrations as Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives unveils a vibrant Easter programme designed for families seeking adventure, connection and memorable island moments.
Kandooma Maldives Targets Asia for Eid Holiday Travel
As the Eid-al-Fitr holiday period approaches, Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives is turning its focus towards Asian markets, including Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore and the Indian subcontinent, where the festive holiday period often creates opportunities for short-haul leisure travel.
Demand Surges for Big Australian Acts Performing at Kandooma Maldives in 2026
Limited-capacity Music in Paradise concert weeks combine beachfront performances, island escapes and intimate fan experiences at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives with availability tightening fast.
Every Day is Valentine’s Day in February at Kandooma
Romance Takes Centre Stage in February for the ‘Month of Love’
at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives
Gallop into Lunar New Year 2026 AT Kandooma Maldives
Welcome the Year of the Fire Horse with Stunning Maldivian Sunsets and Family-friendly Lunar New Year Holidays.
Kandooma Champions Collaboration and Partnership as the Cornerstone of Sustainability Progress
Meaningful sustainability progress is not possible in isolation. Collaboration, transparency and partnerships are essential to achieving long - term impact.
Kandooma Maldives Achieves Green Globe Certification
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives is proud to announce it has successfully achieved Green Globe Certification.
Flipping the Switch on Expensive Dive Pursuits
Kandooma Named ‘Maldives Leading Dive Resort’ at 2025 World Travel Awards, and you can dive there for free.
Kandooma Maldives Dives into World Manta Month Celebration
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives will host a series of engaging activities for the inaugural ‘Kandooma Manta Month’ to raise awareness about manta ray conservation and offer guests unforgettable experiences in the pristine waters of the Maldives.
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives Wins Best Surf Resort Award 2024
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives has been awarded "Best Surf Resort in the Maldives" at the prestigious Travel Trade Maldives (TTM) Awards 2024.
‘BIRDS OF TOKYO’ TO RETURN TO KANDOOMA MALDIVES IN 2025
Relax all day and dance all night with ‘Birds of Tokyo’ at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives in April 2025.
Jimmy Barnes Concert
15 July 2024 - Male, Maldives: Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives’ long-term partner, Music in Paradise will present their 10th anniversary celebration event “Stranded in the Maldives”.
Aussie Band ‘the Church’ to Perform At Kandooma Maldives in 2025
2 July 2024 - Male, Maldives: Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives and event organisers Music in Paradise have confirmed that Australian band...
Kandooma Maldives ‘DIVE FREE’ Major Success
5 July, 2024 - Male, Maldives: In August last year, Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives, launched a ‘Dive Free’ promotion offering free scuba diving for guests.
New ‘all-inclusive’ Among Best in Maldives
14 June, 2024 - Male, Maldives: Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives has upgraded and refreshed its ‘All-inclusive’ offer making it one of the best in the destination known for luxury.
‘All-inclusive’ Stays Most Popular at Kandooma Maldives While global cost of living pinches, ‘all-inclusive’ stays grow
2 May 2024 – Male, Maldives: Award-winning Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives has crunched the numbers and ‘All-inclusive’ stays are now at their most popular.
MJ's Trip to Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives
Take a look at travel couple MJ's Eid vacation at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives and start planning your own holiday at Muslim-friendly resort.
Island Wellness Diaries: Managing wellness in uncertain times
It’s no doubt that our tolerance for uncertainty has been tested a lot over this last year. It’s been full of starts, stops, changed plans and last minute decisions. And for most of us, this increased uncertainty and lack of control has taken a toll on our overall wellness.
10 Things I Love About Diving in Kandooma
In these uncertain times, it's more important than ever to manage your wellness. Here are some top tips and practical tools from Courtney, our resident yoga and wellness instructor, that you can use right now to increase your wellness today.
Your Next 'Out of Office'
Have a look at Maiken's review of her vacation at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives, and get some inspiration for your next 'Out of Office' tropical adventure.
Surf Travel with Steve
Keen to learn more about the surf scene in the Maldives from a seasoned pro? Read more as Steve, our Surfing Operations Manager, takes you through his surfing experiences here in the Maldives, and in Kandooma.
Island Wellness Diaries: Wellness Check
Take a few minutes and join Courtney on a quick wellness check to celebrate Global Wellness Day 2020. Discover which areas in your life are in balance and which areas might need a little extra attention and love.
Island Wellness Diaries: Meditation
So you’re interested in meditation? Congratulations! This will be one of the most simple yet powerful changes you can make for your mental health and overall wellbeing. Meditation is used by many spiritual practices as a way to quiet the endless chatter of the mind and find internal peace and happiness.
Island Wellness Diaries: An Intro to Lifelong Healthy Habits
Join our resident yoga instructor Courtney as she takes us through a series of wellness blogs and vlogs - Island Wellness Diaries, as we've called them - and start your own journey to healthy lifelong habits.
Surf Music in Paradise 2020
It’s time to talk about something uniquely tailored for the music lovers, the surfers, and the folks who generally love to have a good time in tropical utopias. Prepare yourself for Surf Music in Paradise 2020.
