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NH Maldives Kuda Rah marks World Ocean Day with coral planting and lagoon clean-up

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In celebration of World Ocean Day on June 8th, NH Maldives Kuda Rah hosted a series of impactful environmental activities to protect and restore the surrounding marine ecosystems. The initiatives brought together guests, team members, and expert partners to actively preserve the natural beauty of our surroundings. The day began with a collaborative Lagoon Cleaning […]

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Milaidhoo marks World Ocean Day with student-led marine conservation programme

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To celebrate World Ocean Day 2026 and this year’s theme, “Reimagine: Beyond the world we know, a new relationship with our ocean,” Milaidhoo Maldives welcomed students, teachers and parents from Kudarikilu School for a day of learning and hands-on conservation activities. The day started with a morning meeting unlike any other. Milaidhoo’s leadership team gathered […]

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Visit Maldives reports strongest financial performance in eight years

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Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 9 June 2026 at Meeruma Hall, reporting its strongest financial performance in eight years and highlighting a year marked by tourism growth, strengthened governance, and expanded international destination marketing activities. During the meeting, shareholders reviewed and approved the Corporation’s Annual Report and audited financial […]

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NH Maldives Kuda Rah marks World Ocean Day with coral planting and lagoon clean-up

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In celebration of World Ocean Day on June 8th, NH Maldives Kuda Rah hosted a series of impactful environmental activities to protect and restore the surrounding marine ecosystems. The initiatives brought together guests, team members, and expert partners to actively preserve the natural beauty of our surroundings. The day began with a collaborative Lagoon Cleaning […]

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Milaidhoo marks World Ocean Day with student-led marine conservation programme

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To celebrate World Ocean Day 2026 and this year’s theme, “Reimagine: Beyond the world we know, a new relationship with our ocean,” Milaidhoo Maldives welcomed students, teachers and parents from Kudarikilu School for a day of learning and hands-on conservation activities. The day started with a morning meeting unlike any other. Milaidhoo’s leadership team gathered […]

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Visit Maldives reports strongest financial performance in eight years

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Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 9 June 2026 at Meeruma Hall, reporting its strongest financial performance in eight years and highlighting a year marked by tourism growth, strengthened governance, and expanded international destination marketing activities. During the meeting, shareholders reviewed and approved the Corporation’s Annual Report and audited financial […]

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Four Seasons Maldives launches Learn with Legends summer camp for families

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This summer, Four Seasons Resorts Maldives introduces an extraordinary new chapter in family travel: Learn with Legends. Running from July 20 to August 31, 2026, this next-generation summer camp brings together families and world-class mentors in a complimentary program of workshops, coaching sessions and guided adventures. At the heart of the experience is a growing […]

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Riteish Deshmukh and family enjoy island escape at Centara Maldives resorts

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Bollywood actor Riteish Deshmukh and his family recently swapped the rush of city life for sun drenched days and turquoise waters in the Maldives, enjoying a vibrant escape across Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives and Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives. Set within The Atollia by Centara Hotels & Resorts, the two resorts offered a contrasting yet perfectly […]

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Six Senses Kanuhura renews title sponsorship of Lhaviyani Turtle Festival 2026

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Six Senses Kanuhura has announced its title sponsorship of the Lhaviyani Turtle Festival 2026, signing on for the third time in a partnership that reflects the resort’s deep and enduring commitment to the marine environment it calls home. The signing took place at Six Senses Kanuhura on World Ocean Day, June 8, a date that […]

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Sun Siyam Olhuveli unveils personalised honeymoon experience for modern couples

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Sun Siyam Olhuveli, part of the Sun Siyam’s Lifestyle Collection, has introduced a fresh take on the honeymoon experience, designed for couples who want to celebrate their story in a way that feels personal, relaxed and full of life. Set across three interconnected islands in the Maldives, the new concept blends curated romantic touches with […]

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Coco Collection unveils two-island wellness retreat for Global Wellness Day and Yoga Day

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Coco Collection, a truly Maldivian-owned resort brand celebrated for its personalised hospitality and soulful island settings, invites guests to slow the pace and simply be with a Two-Island Wellness Escape unfolding across Coco Bodu Hithi and Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu. Taking place from 13 to 21 June 2026, the retreat honours both Global Wellness Day […]

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Mohamed Mausoom: Making of a Maldivian leader at Velaa Private Island

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At Velaa Private Island, Mohamed Mausoom’s appointment as General Manager is more than a promotion. It is the continuation of a journey that began long before titles, long before the resort established itself among the Maldives’ most exclusive addresses, and long before the industry began speaking about local leadership in ultra-luxury hospitality with the urgency […]

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Seventy-five journeys back: Why Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu became home for Mr and Mrs Dissaux

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For many visitors, the Maldives is the destination of a lifetime. For Mr Serge Roland René Dissaux and his wife, Jocelyne Christiane Jeanne ép. Dissaux, it has become something else entirely: a place woven into the rhythm of their lives, a country to which they have returned again and again over more than three decades, […]

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Building people, building culture: Ibrahim Hameed on leading HR at Cora Cora Maldives

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When Ibrahim Hameed (Ibbe) began his career at just 18, the world of hospitality was unfamiliar territory. Today, more than a decade later, he leads the Human Resources department at Cora Cora Maldives — a role that, as he describes it, “is never the same two days in a row.” “I love HR,” he says […]

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Rizan Afeef: Building ‘culture architecture’ from Maldives to the Americas

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When Rizan Afeef began his career in the early 2000s, he was working in commercial roles and learning the mechanics of operations and revenue. But the turning point came when he found himself “more curious about people than processes”. “I was fascinated by what made teams perform under pressure and how leadership energy influenced morale,” […]

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TechEngExpo: Highlighting core of hospitality operations

The Maldives presents a unique operational challenge for the hospitality industry, where resorts are dispersed across remote atolls, making it vital for properties to function as a self-reliant system producing its own electricity, managing water supply, treating sewage, and sustaining uninterrupted digital connectivity. These are not value-adds; they are critical infrastructure requirements in a geography […]

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CHEC: Shaping Maldives’ hospitality landscape, one resort at a time

With world-class resort construction and reclamation as its core strength, China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC) is helping to redefine luxury tourism in the Maldives—project by project, island by island.The Maldives, a string of tropical atolls renowned for its turquoise waters and luxury resorts, has long captivated the world. Beneath the allure of its pristine beaches […]

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Spanish wine gala returns to COLOURS OF OBLU

The cult-favourite Martín Codax wine gala is back for a second sun-soaked run at COLOURS OF OBLU resorts and it is set to be even more delicious than before. The celebrations begin at OBLU NATURE Helengeli by SENTIDO on 31 August and 1 September, followed by OBLU SELECT Sangeli on 3 and 4 September. The […]

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The Coral Residences at Kandima Maldives: New era of luxury island living

In the heart of the Indian Ocean, where turquoise waters meet pristine white sands, a groundbreaking residential development is redefining luxury living in the Maldives. Pulse Hotels & Resorts, renowned for their innovative hospitality concepts, has unveiled The Coral Residences at Kandima Maldives—a first-of-its-kind integrated beachfront residential community that seamlessly blends the comforts of home […]

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BBM strengthens hospitality via Hotelier Maldives Awards, culinary development

Since 1990, Bestbuy Maldives (BBM) has been at the core of the Maldives’ hospitality supply chain. More than a distributor, BBM has become a trusted partner in shaping talent, raising standards, and building long-term capacity across the industry. That commitment continues in 2025 through its title sponsorship of the Hotelier Maldives Awards, and its growing […]

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BBM, IREKS partner to deliver gluten-free, vegan baking solutions in Maldives

Renowned Master Baker Steven Selvamuthu from IREKS is currently in the Maldives, leading a specialised baking demo tour focused on gluten-free and vegan baked goods. The initiative, organised by Bestbuy Maldives (BBM), is running from May 3rd to 15th and is covering over 10 leading resorts along with professional bakers in Malé. Through hands-on sessions […]

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BBM, Unilever launch Vaseline, Hellmann’s, BRU Coffee in Maldives

Bestbuy Maldives (BBM) extended their strong and decades old partnership with Unilever International, by adding to their brand portfolio – Vaseline, Hellmann’s, and BRU Coffee for the Maldivian market. The collaboration was announced at a Business gathering held at the Manhattan Business Hotel, attended by over 300 trade partners from across Maldives. With this partnership, […]

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Bayfancy Residence: Artistry of alternating balconies

At Bayfancy Residence, balconies are more than mere extensions of living spaces, but architectural masterpieces that harmonize indoor comfort with outdoor grandeur. Thoughtfully designed, these alternating balconies create a striking visual rhythm, offering residents a seamless interaction with nature while enhancing the building’s dynamic silhouette. The artistic interplay of geometry and nature defines this structural […]

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Fighter’s retreat: Piotr Szeliga’s memorable escape to Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa Maldives

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Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa Maldives recently hosted Piotr Szeliga, widely recognised in Poland as Szeli, a renowned MMA fighter, former hockey player, and bodybuilder. Stepping away from the ring, Szeliga embraced the resort’s serenity, luxury, and warm hospitality, creating cherished memories to begin the New Year. A highlight of his visit was a romantic candlelit dinner […]

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Reethi Beach Resort appoints Aishath Hamid as new Director of Sales and Marketing

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Reethi Beach Resort has announced the appointment of Aishath Hamid as the new Director of Sales and Marketing. With over 18 years of experience in the hospitality and tourism industry, Aishath brings a proven track record of driving growth, fostering innovation, and enhancing brand visibility across diverse markets. Her career includes leadership roles in renowned […]

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Villa Resorts partners with Virgin Atlantic to unveil Villa Haven

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Villa Resorts has launched a global campaign through Virgin Atlantic’s inflight entertainment system, introducing travellers on all routes to Villa Haven, its newest luxury flagship property located in the Maldives. Virgin Atlantic, renowned for its exceptional service and modern fleet, connects passengers to over 30 destinations across North America, the Caribbean, Africa, Asia, and the […]

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