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5 Visa Free Countries Indians Can Travel to in 2026

For Indian travellers planning an international holiday in 2026, visa procedures often become the biggest roadblock. Lengthy paperwork, appointment delays, and uncertainty around approvals can make overseas travel stressful. However, several destinations continue to offer visa-free or simplified entry for Indian passport holders, making them ideal for easy and spontaneous…

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My Christmas week in the most miserable place in Britain

FIRST PERSON: Blackpool, the declining seaside resort named as the nation’s ‘misery capital’, is hardly the Maldives, but mum of two, Charlotte Cripps, who tore herself away from Notting Hill to spend Christmas there, says it’s great as long as you embrace it for what it is

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Why the Maldives is the best place to test the blue mind theory

The Blue Prescription spa programme at the Ritz-Carlton Maldives harnesses the health benefits of water. Angelina Villa-Clarke dives in

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Trump to open first hotel in the Maldives — that will see the president launch resort with Saudi partner

The project is in collaboration with Dar Global, the luxury property arm of Dar Al Arkan, one of Saudi Arabia’s largest real estate developers

The Independent UK

Brickbat: Puff? Pass.

The Maldives has banned anyone born on or after January 1, 2007, from buying, using, or selling tobacco. The health… The post Brickbat: Puff? Pass. appeared first on Reason.com.

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W Maldives hotel review

HOTELS: Located on North Ari Atoll’s award-winning house reef, Tara Cobham dives in to explain the luxury resort’s innovative events and dynamic energy, following a transformative renovation this year

The Independent UK

Maldives bans smoking for all young people including tourists. Here’s what travellers need to know

The Maldives already has strict rules around bringing electronic cigarettes into the country.

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Maldives bans smoking for all young people – including tourists

The new law applies to both residents and visitors to the South Asian archipelago

The Independent UK

Raaya by Atmosphere, Maldives hotel review

On a trip to the Maldives, Daisy Lester checks into Raaya by Atmosphere and finds exquisite dining options

The Independent UK

Maldives Travel Warning: Is Your Dream Holiday Now a Terrorist Target?

A travel warning for the Maldives has raised concerns about potential terrorist threats in the island nation. Here's what travelers should know before booking their dream holiday.

International Business Times UK

Renewables have now passed coal globally – and growth is fastest in countries like Bhutan and Nepal

For the first time, renewables have toppled coal as the world’s leading source of electricity, in keeping with International Energy Agency projections for this historic shift.

The Conversation

Oblu Nature Helengeli by Sentido, Maldives hotel review

HOTELS: Seeking a secluded stay, Daisy Lester heads to Oblu Nature Helengeli by Sentido in the Maldives for a spot of snorkelling

The Independent UK

Maldives police arrest 8 demonstrators during opposition party protest

Maldives police have arrested eight people during an overnight public protest accusing the government of corruption and curtailment of basic freedoms

The Independent UK

Oktoberfest abroad: How to experience the best of Bavarian culture beyond German borders

This year's Oktoberfest is well underway in Germany but the celebrations are no longer only limited to Munich. The annual parade of Bavarian heritage has found numerous international offshoots: from golf courses in Mallorca to luxury resorts in the Maldives and even virtual beer tents.

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Kylie Jenner Just Did A Solid For A Fan (And Sometimes Being A Celebrity Looks Really Fun)

This is so fabulous.

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‘War on free speech’: Outcry after Maldives passes controversial media bill

Critics say new media regulatory bill will suppress press freedom and free speech, a claim the government denies.

The Guardian - UK

Just a pole and line, like they fished as boys: how a Maldives tradition is ensuring tuna stocks thrive

The country’s fisheries and the health of its seas still rely on a method practised for nearly 1,000 years – catching skipjack tuna one fish at a time

The Independent UK

Save up to 15% on Club Med ski and winter sun holidays – for a limited time only

Whether you prefer winter sun or snowy slopes, Club Med has some impressive deals on getaways to Val Thorens, Maldives, Bali and more

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The Conversation

What will happen to the legal status of ‘sinking’ nations when their land is gone?

Small island nations such as Tuvalu, Kiribati, the Maldives and Marshall Islands are particularly vulnerable to climate change. Rising seas, stronger storms, freshwater shortages and damaged infrastructure all threaten their ability to support life.

Evening Standard

InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort: An under-the-radar gem

With a boutique vibe, private lagoon, and ample opportunity for adventure, IHG group’s first Maldives outpost is world-class, says Elliot Wagland

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How to complete the Beach Vibes Only challenge in BitLife

Just keep swimming.

The Independent UK

Modi joins Maldives independence day celebrations, signals easing tensions amid China rivalry

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has participated in the 60th Independence Day celebrations of the Maldives, concluding a two-day visit to the island nation

The Independent UK

India's Modi announces credit worth $565 million to the Maldives and launches free trade talks

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a $565-million line of credit to the Maldives during his visit to the Indian Ocean archipelago

The Independent UK

Mauritius vs Maldives: Which is the paradise island for you?

In this week’s episode of TravelSmart, Independent Travel is exploring the Indian Ocean, diving into two of the most popular idyllic beach getaways: the Maldives and Mauritius.

The Independent UK

The Nautilus, Maldives hotel review

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