TRAGIC theories have emerged after five Italian tourists mysteriously drowned while on a daring 200ft cave diving trip in the Maldives. The holidaymakers set off to explore the depths below the

A young student from the University of Genoa opted against joining the planned dive and instead stayed on board the group's yacht as five fellow researchers went into the water

FIVE tourists including a mum and daughter have died during a deep dive underwater cave expedition in the Maldives. The Italian holidaymakers were exploring Vaavu atoll 160ft below the surface of

Imagine a holiday that takes you from exploring ancient temples and spotting wild elephants to gorgeous overwater villas and some of the world’s dreamiest stretches of sand. The shores of the Indian Ocean offer it all,

She helps travelers plan trips to the Maldives through her website, Manta Media Maldives. Many vacationers head to the Maldives solely to relax on the beach – and for good reason. The sugar white sand and striking turquoise water – practically unmatched in its clarity anywhere in the Caribbean – make for the perfect beach vacation backdrop.

Velaa Private Island is located in Noonu Atoll, a 45-minute seaplane flight from Malé. Photograph courtesy Velaa Private Island After two overnight flights and a brief stop in Istanbul, I found myself island-hopping alone through the Maldives on a tiny ...

The Maldives is no longer just a seasonal escape; it’s a high-value global hub facing unprecedented demand in 2026. With tourism targets hitting 2.4 million arrivals, the classic choices—water villa vs. beach villa, all-inclusive vs. half-board, and ...

Italian prosecutors launched their own investigation Friday into the horrific deaths of five of its nationals on a scuba dive trip in the Maldives – as the search for the remaining bodies had to be halted due to “very bad” weather hitting the idyllic islands.