A $14,325 Maldives Vacation Is Now Just $2,999
A $14,325 Maldives Vacation Is Now Just $2,999
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https://www.fodors.com/world/asia/maldives/experiences/news/maldives-deal-5-night-all-inclusive-for-2999
Lock in a five-night, all-inclusive luxury escape to the five-star Fushifaru Maldives for two people starting at just $2,999—a massive 79% discount off standard rates.
The Maldives is the ultimate bucket-list destination, famed for its crystal-clear turquoise lagoons and overwater villas, but that level of barefoot luxury usually comes with a staggering price tag. Right now, travelers can bypass the sticker shock with an extraordinary offer via Travelzoo. This specially negotiated deal brings a lavish, five-night, all-inclusive stay for two at the five-star Fushifaru Maldives down to just $2,999. That is a jaw-dropping 79% savings off the regular price of up to $14,325.
The structure of this deal is incredibly flexible: buyers can secure the massive discount by purchasing a voucher now and selecting their travel dates later. Vouchers are valid for stays through July 2027, making it easy to plan the perfect tropical getaway without scrambling to coordinate schedules today.
What’s Included in the Deal
At the base price of $2,999, two guests will spend five nights in a 1,033-square-foot Sunset Beach Villa, featuring a king bed and a private outdoor tub and shower perfectly positioned for sunset views. For an elevated experience, travelers can upgrade to the Jacuzzi Water Villa for $3,399 (regularly up to $16,353). These iconic overwater retreats offer a private deck, a Jacuzzi, and direct access to the warm lagoon waters below.
Regardless of the villa chosen, the all-inclusive package covers all meals and drinks, including premium-brand beverages. Travelers looking for an extended stay can add extra nights starting at $600 per night (which must be used in conjunction with the initial five-night voucher). As an additional perk, guests receive a 50% discount on the required round-trip seaplane transfers, bringing the transfer cost down to $255 per adult.
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Destination Context: Beyond the Villa
While it is tempting to spend the entire trip simply lounging at the resort and enjoying the impeccable service that previous guests regularly call “the most amazing slice of paradise on earth,” the Maldives offers a wealth of incredible experiences.
The surrounding waters are a playground for marine enthusiasts. Travelers can glide beside the world’s largest fish or otherworldly manta rays in places like the Alifu Dhaalu Atoll or Ukulhas. For those looking to give back, some island initiatives allow guests to actively restore coral reefs alongside resident marine biologists—proving that saving the planet pairs remarkably well with an infinity pool cocktail.
For a dose of local culture, travelers can arrange excursions to nearby islands like Omadhoo or Dhigurah to explore real Maldivian cuisine, participate in cooking classes, and walk beaches empty enough to hear nothing but the gentle waves. From jet cars zooming past overwater villas to thrilling night dives among hammerheads in Fulidhoo, the Maldives ensures every moment counts.
Courtesy Fushifaru Maldives
How to Book and Crucial Details
To take advantage of this pricing, travelers must purchase the voucher via Travelzoo. While the deal is exclusive to Travelzoo members, a membership only costs $50 annually, or travelers can opt for a $1 trial for 30 days. Vouchers are refundable for 14 days.
Important caveats and restrictions apply: The base price is valid for up to two guests per room. VAT is included, but an additional $12 green tax per person, per night is not included and must be paid directly to the hotel, along with the discounted seaplane transfer fees. Blackout dates apply, meaning the voucher cannot be used from December 24–31, 2026, or January 1–5, 2027. Furthermore, a seasonal surcharge of $150 per room, per night applies for stays between January 6 and April 15, 2027 (payable directly to the hotel). Maximum room occupancy is three adults or two adults and two children, with additional guests subject to prior request and extra hotel fees.
With an unparalleled 97% approval rating from previous guests who praise the profound sense of escape, Fushifaru Maldives delivers the quintessential private-island fantasy. Grab this voucher now while the extreme 79% discount is live, and start dreaming up a perfect island escape for the future. As always, rates, terms, and availability are subject to change.
I Went to Napa for the Wine. I Stayed for the Burgerdog.
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Silverado Resort’s newest chapter is unfolding through a refreshed restaurant, garden-sourced cocktails, and a more relaxed way to experience Wine Country.
Most Napa food stories start with wine. Mine started with a Burgerdog.
I visited Silverado Resort in Napa, California, to see how one of Wine Country’s most historic resorts is updating its food scene, from old-school golf course classics to the newly opened Matchplay Kitchen + Bar.
Silverado has been part of Napa Valley since 1870, and it still has the essentials of a traditional Wine Country resort: golf, tennis, broad grounds, a spa, and dining that can carry a full weekend stay. What stood out, though, was the mix.
Matchplay feels less like a standard hotel restaurant and more like Silverado’s gathering place, where families celebrate, golfers stop in after a round, and hotel and conference guests end the night at the bar. The resort also sources some ingredients from its Chef’s Garden, with that care showing up in the cocktails, plating, and a menu that works from post-golf drinks to special nights out.
The resort’s newer direction is not limited to food. Silverado’s wellness side also got an update with a spa refresh, and the activities go beyond golf. I took a bocce class with one of Silverado’s tennis pros, and guests can also book expert instruction for golf, yoga, and pickleball. It makes the resort feel built for travelers who want a full stay, not just a tasting-room schedule.
That said, I still had my Napa wine moment at Bella Union, where the tasting spaces felt fresh, approachable, and glamorous yet comfortable, with a beautiful patio, vineyard views, and no pretense.
But the detail that made Silverado’s food story click was still the Burgerdog, which came to the resort in 1973 and remains a fixture at the course concession stands decades later. Silverado works because it embraces both the new and the old. It has the historic Napa resort feel, the golf-course snack ritual, the new restaurant, the spa, the wine, and the places where people naturally gather. My story there started with a Burgerdog, but really, it was about how a resort that dates back to 1870 is shaping what it tastes like now.
Family Says United Employee Threatened to Call ICE on Them
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And more of this week's top news.
This week in travel, we have several stories that may have flown under your radar. Among them: A United Airlines employee threatened to call ICE on a family at San Francisco airport; an airline pilot wrote “I’m bored” while flying over the England-Wales border; the State Department has issued a worldwide caution for American travelers to exercise increased caution; and an 11-year-old girl died in Italy after her hair got stuck in a swimming pool.
Dive into these and more as we examine the latest in travel news.
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United Employee Allegedly Threatens to Call ICE on Family
A United Airlines ground staff member was recorded in a disturbing altercation with a passenger at San Francisco airport. On July 14, Julio Varela was traveling with his family to Canada when the employee allegedly threatened to call ICE on them.
Varela is a Mexico-born naturalized U.S. citizen, and he said this happened after his wife accidentally entered their daughter’s middle name as the last name on the reservation. They tried to correct the mistake over the phone, but they were advised to arrive early at the airport to get it fixed. However, the United employee dismissed them, and when asked to give her name, she refused. Varela had his phone out to record, and the employee started recording the interaction, too, and told him, “Maybe we should call ICE on you.” In the video shared on Reddit, she is recorded telling him that he doesn’t act like a citizen, while he calls her out for being racist. The altercation also turned physical when the employee reached for Varela’s camera, he alleged.
United said in a statement, “We’re looking into the interaction in this video, but don’t have anything additional to share at this time.”
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Pilot Skywrites 'I’m Bored' in England
A Ravenair pilot shared his feelings about flying a plane by writing “I’m bored” in the sky. The Liverpool-based airline had replaced a part in its Piper Tomahawk, and the pilot in his 20s took it out for a test flight. It was a two-hour journey over England and North Wales, and the pilot spent 20 minutes tracing the message at about 1,100 feet.
Operations manager Wayne Barrett told the BBC that the pilot was not in trouble for this. “I think the pilot was literally a bit bored as it was just a test flight. Mind you, it was pretty skillful flying.”
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State Department Issues 'Worldwide Caution' to American Travelers
The U.S. Department of State advised Americans to exercise increased caution due to tensions in the Middle East. The advisory was issued on July 18 after peace talks fell through between the U.S. and Iran in early July and airstrikes resumed. Today marks the ninth consecutive day of attacks.
The State Department recommends that Americans keep an eye on new developments. “Americans abroad should follow the guidance in security alerts issued by the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. Flight cancellations and periodic airspace closures may cause travel disruptions. U.S. diplomatic facilities, including outside the Middle East, have been targeted. Groups supportive of Iran may target other U.S. interests overseas or locations associated with the United States and/or Americans throughout the world.”
Meanwhile, the U.S. Embassy in Jordan released a security alert to warn Americans to avoid the international airport and seaport in the city of Aqaba. “U.S. Embassy Amman continues to advise all Americans to avoid travel to military bases in Jordan.”
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11-Year-Old Girl Dies After Hair Gets Caught in Swimming Pool in Italy
An 11-year-old girl tragically died while on vacation in the Italian town of Sestri Levante after her hair got stuck in a suction pipe of a resort pool. The accident happened on July 14 at the Bagni Segesta beach resort. Onlookers noticed that Alice, from Milan, was struggling in the pool and rushed to help her. They attempted to pull her out. Paramedics arrived on scene and performed CPR, and she was later transferred to the Gaslini Pediatric Hospital in Genoa. She died later.
The police are investigating the incident as possible manslaughter.
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American Couple’s Boat Capsizes in Blue Grotto, Italy
A couple from Texas celebrating their 25th anniversary with a Mediterranean cruise experienced a nightmare in Italy’s Blue Grotto. Sherina Welch posted a video on TikTok of them in a small boat entering the cavern when the scene turns dramatic, and their boat capsizes. “As the boat was going through and we’re lying down, all of a sudden, when the water came in so quickly and it slammed the boat into the opening of the cavern. It immediately filled with water,” they told Good Morning America.
They transferred to another boat and made it out safely. Later, the tour guide apologized to the couple and even took them shopping to get dry clothes, she said in her video.
The Blue Grotto is a sea cave on Italy’s island of Capri. It’s a popular tourist attraction, but it can only be accessed when the water is calm and the tides are low. Passengers lie flat on the boat while a skipper rows the boat inside the cavern opening to see the glowing blue waters.
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