Latest

Default

Sun Siyam Iru Fushi nominated for Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2026

Sun Siyam Iru Fushi has been nominated for the Condé Nast Traveller 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards, one of the travel industry’s most respected accolades. The nomination comes on the back of a comprehensive evolution of the resort, from newly transformed overwater villas, enhanced dining experiences and a more personalised guest journey at every touchpoint. Guests […]

Media Visual (1)

Dhiraagu announces first winner of ‘Bodu Eid ah Resortah’ promotion

Dhiraagu has announced the first winner of their ongoing ‘Bodu Eid ah Resortah’promotion. This pre-Eid promotion offers customers an exciting opportunity to celebrate Eid with the chance to win resort holiday experiences The first winner of the USD 1,000 resort holiday package is Ye Lin Htut. Customers can still take part in the promotion throughout […]

WhatsApp Image 2026 05 13 at 19.48.26

BML and MINDCO open registration for Collab 26 Hackathon

Bank of Maldives (BML) and Maldives Innovation and Digital Company (MINDCO) have opened registration for the “Collab 26 Hackathon”, a two-day event focused on digital innovation and technology-based solutions. According to the organisers, the hackathon aims to support participants in developing digital ideas into working prototypes with guidance from mentors. Developers, data scientists, students, entrepreneurs […]

News

Default

Sun Siyam Iru Fushi nominated for Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2026

Sun Siyam Iru Fushi has been nominated for the Condé Nast Traveller 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards, one of the travel industry’s most respected accolades. The nomination comes on the back of a comprehensive evolution of the resort, from newly transformed overwater villas, enhanced dining experiences and a more personalised guest journey at every touchpoint. Guests […]

Media Visual (1)

Dhiraagu announces first winner of ‘Bodu Eid ah Resortah’ promotion

Dhiraagu has announced the first winner of their ongoing ‘Bodu Eid ah Resortah’promotion. This pre-Eid promotion offers customers an exciting opportunity to celebrate Eid with the chance to win resort holiday experiences The first winner of the USD 1,000 resort holiday package is Ye Lin Htut. Customers can still take part in the promotion throughout […]

WhatsApp Image 2026 05 13 at 19.48.26

BML and MINDCO open registration for Collab 26 Hackathon

Bank of Maldives (BML) and Maldives Innovation and Digital Company (MINDCO) have opened registration for the “Collab 26 Hackathon”, a two-day event focused on digital innovation and technology-based solutions. According to the organisers, the hackathon aims to support participants in developing digital ideas into working prototypes with guidance from mentors. Developers, data scientists, students, entrepreneurs […]

Unnamed (41)

Visit Maldives Corporation joins regional tourism leaders at PATA Summit 2026

Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director Ibrahim Shiuree participated in the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2026, held on 12 May 2026 in Gyeongju, Republic of Korea, as part of the PATA Annual Summit 2026. Shiuree attended the meeting in his capacity as a Board Member of […]

Campaign Launching Final copy

SME Digital unveils SME360 initiative to support Maldivian entrepreneurs

SME Digital, the leading provider of financing solutions for the development of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Maldives, officially launched its brand campaign, “SME360,” on Wednesday at the “Addu Business Dialogue” Forum held in Addu City. The campaign was inaugurated by Minister of Economic Development, Transport and Trade Mohamed Saeed. SME360 campaign is […]

Main sponsor sign

Octopus Systems returns as Main Sponsor for TechEng 2026

TechEng Expo has announced that Octopus Systems will return as the Main Sponsor for TechEng 2026, reaffirming its commitment to advancing engineering and technology solutions within the hospitality sector. Following its role as Main Sponsor during the inaugural edition, the continued partnership with Octopus Systems reflects strong alignment with TechEng Expo’s vision of creating a […]

Little Wellness Kids

Mandara Spa and Chavana Spa launch wellness programme for young guests in Maldives

Mandara Spa and Chavana Spa has introduced Little Wellness Rituals, a dedicated spa programme thoughtfully created for young guests aged 4 to 17 years. Now available at selected hotel and resort partners across the Maldives, the programme offers gentle, age appropriate wellness experiences designed to encourage relaxation, mindfulness, and meaningful family connection from an early […]

Ellaidhfdfdd

Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon invites guests to explore the reef after dark

There’s something quietly thrilling about stepping into the ocean after sunset. At Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon, when daylight fade and the reef slips into darkness, a completely different world begins to stir. What feels familiar by day transforms into something far more mysterious and far more alive. Night snorkelling at Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon begins […]

People

Batch GM

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

IMG

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

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, […]

Untitled

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

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 […]

Untitled (2000 x 900 px)

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

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,” […]

GM Abdulla Fatthey (2)

Abdulla Fathhey: Making a big island feel effortless at Villa Park

By Maaish Mohamed and Mariyam Saliya Mohamed On an island with the scale and recognisability of Sun Island, change is never simply cosmetic. The renaming of a Maldivian mainstay to Villa Park is a high-visibility move, but for Abdulla Fathhey, General Manager of Villa Park, the point is not novelty. It is clarity. Villa Resorts […]

Products

Hotelier Article Cover

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 […]

5

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 […]

Oblu Select Lobigili Lifestyle Only Blu Under Ocean Restaurant 2 05.2024

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 […]

Coral Residences Pool Bar01 Medium

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 […]

2.hma Bbm 07 07

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 […]

Photo 2025 05 12 17 48 01

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 […]

Pr1

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, […]

Feature Photo Article 2 1

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 […]

Galleries

2

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

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 […]

Untitled (2000 X 900 Px)

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

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 […]

Airbusa330900 Virginatlantic Scaled

Villa Resorts partners with Virgin Atlantic to unveil Villa Haven

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 […]

Upcoming Properties

Property Region Opening
Trump International Hotel Maldives North Male Atoll 2028
Vaagali Maldives, Vignette Collection South Male Atoll 2026
Atlantis The Royal, Maldives South Male Atoll 2029
Villivaru Island Resort North Male Atoll 2027
Rosewood Maldives South Male Atoll 2027
DHON MAAGA MALDIVES South Male Atoll 2026
RAH GILI MALDIVES South Male Atoll 2026
Hyatt Regency Samarafushi North Male Atoll 2027
Aman Maldives Vaavu Atoll 2026
Maxx Royal Maldives North Male Atoll 2027
Capella Maldives, Fari Islands North Male Atoll 2027
Baccarat Hotel & Residences Maldives South Male Atoll 2027
Zamani Islands South Male Atoll 2027
Infinite Maldives by Cocoon Malé Atoll 2025
Avalon Maldives Dhaalu Atoll 2027
Villa Haven South Ari Atoll 2026
Nammos Maldives Malé Atoll 2026
JOALI Lagoon Malé Atoll 2025
Capella Maldives Malé Atoll 2025
Centara Lagoon Malé Atoll 2025
Centara Grand Muthaafushi Baa Atoll 2025
Show