MalDIVAS on Tour 2025 brings top UK travel experts to Maldives’ best resorts

Sunday 22nd of June 2025

This June, Atmosphere Core once again gathered some of the UK’s most experienced travel advisors for the second annual MalDIVAS on Tour. The event ran from June 8 to 15 and took participants through three of the Maldives’ most popular island resorts, including OBLU SELECT Sangeli, RAAYA By Atmosphere, and Atmosphere Kanifushi.

The main goal of this VIP tour was to thank the MalDIVAS for their ongoing support in keeping the UK as one of the Maldives’ top source markets. It also offered them the chance to experience the resorts’ unique holiday offerings firsthand.

Shihab Mohammed, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Atmosphere Hotels and Resorts, emphasized the vital role of the UK market, which has remained among the top five inbound sources to the Maldives for over 40 years. He explained that the tour helps show appreciation while updating travel partners about new products and experiences. This combination of business and leisure creates a memorable ‘bleisure’ escape for the guests.

The group of female travel advisors included representatives from well-known UK companies such as Bespoke Earth, Travelbag, Kenwood Travel, Southall Travel, Luxury Travel Company, British Airways Holidays, Best At Travel, If Only, and Dial a Flight.

The tour started at OBLU SELECT Sangeli with activities like snorkeling, spa treatments, and coral restoration classes. The day ended with a sunset cruise and a welcome dinner hosted by the Chief Commercial Officer Stéphane Laguette.

Next, the group spent two nights at RAAYA By Atmosphere, enjoying a farm-to-plate dining experience at Seb’s Farm and a rooftop dinner with cocktails at the island’s signature restaurant Ampers&nd.

The final stop was Atmosphere Kanifushi, where guests enjoyed spa sessions, sunset cruises, and the launch of a permanent MalDIVAS coconut garden. The week concluded with a lively closing party at The Kanifushi Residence featuring a turquoise and gold theme.

This carefully planned tour strengthened connections between Atmosphere Core and the UK travel market. The MalDIVAS on Tour showcased the beauty and luxury of Maldives resorts while recognizing the important role of UK travel advisors in supporting the destination.