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Visit Maldives Corporation launches ‘This is My Maldives’ global photography competition

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Visit Maldives Corporation Limited (VMC) has launched “This is My Maldives”, a global photography competition inviting creators and visual storytellers to share the Maldives through their own lens, as part of the public launch of Creatoll, the digital marketplace for Maldivian creative content. The competition was announced during the Creatoll public launch ceremony held at […]

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Sun Siyam Iru Fushi recognised among Maldives’ leading family resorts

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Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, the flagship property of the Sun Siyam Luxury Collection, has been honoured as the No. 2 resort in the Maldives in the Travel + Leisure Asia Pacific rankings for Best Family Resorts. This recognition acknowledges the resort’s successful approach to family travel, which focuses on providing experiential, restorative stays aligned with […]

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Dhiraagu adds penalty showdown to ‘Jehee Libunee’ campaign

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This football season, Dhiraagu customers can earn additional leaderboard points through the ‘Penalty Showdown’ game, increasing their chances of winning the exciting prizes offered under‘Jehee Libunee’. With ‘Jehee Libunee’, customers can earn 1GB of free data for every goal scored by their selected team. To participate, customers simply need to choose their favourite team through […]

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Visit Maldives Corporation launches ‘This is My Maldives’ global photography competition

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Visit Maldives Corporation Limited (VMC) has launched “This is My Maldives”, a global photography competition inviting creators and visual storytellers to share the Maldives through their own lens, as part of the public launch of Creatoll, the digital marketplace for Maldivian creative content. The competition was announced during the Creatoll public launch ceremony held at […]

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Sun Siyam Iru Fushi recognised among Maldives’ leading family resorts

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Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, the flagship property of the Sun Siyam Luxury Collection, has been honoured as the No. 2 resort in the Maldives in the Travel + Leisure Asia Pacific rankings for Best Family Resorts. This recognition acknowledges the resort’s successful approach to family travel, which focuses on providing experiential, restorative stays aligned with […]

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Dhiraagu adds penalty showdown to ‘Jehee Libunee’ campaign

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This football season, Dhiraagu customers can earn additional leaderboard points through the ‘Penalty Showdown’ game, increasing their chances of winning the exciting prizes offered under‘Jehee Libunee’. With ‘Jehee Libunee’, customers can earn 1GB of free data for every goal scored by their selected team. To participate, customers simply need to choose their favourite team through […]

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Why Eri Maldives is the perfect graduation escape

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Graduation season lands differently when you’ve spent three or four years surviving deadline season, exam halls and budget pasta. The urge to go somewhere to treat yourself is entirely real. For university and postgraduates mapping out a summer before recruitment season kicks in, Eri Maldives delivers the Maldives in its purest form, with a price point […]

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Nova Maldives marks Women’s Dive Day with first Maldivian PADI course director Zoona Naseem

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Every July, the diving world pauses to celebrate the women who have made the ocean their own. This year, Nova Maldives marks Women’s Dive Day with a three-day programme from 17 to 19 July 2026, brought to life by Zoona Naseem, the first Maldivian woman to qualify as a PADI Course Director, alongside Jenna Lehocki, […]

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Maldives remains top international summer destination for UAE travellers

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The Maldives has emerged as the most popular international destination for travellers from the United Arab Emirates this summer, accounting for one in five overseas hotel bookings, according to the latest booking data released by dnata Travel. The travel agency said the Maldives led all international destinations for the season, ahead of Thailand, Mauritius, Canada […]

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LOTİ reports surge in Maldives demand; LOTİ and Visit Maldives host exclusive partner event

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On June 24, premium tour operator LOTİ hosted an exclusive private dinner for partners with the support of Visit Maldives Corporation. The evening became a true celebration of the art of slow travel and island luxury. The concept of the event was built around immersing guests in the atmosphere of the archipelago, where luxury is […]

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Mandatory propeller guards and registration for vessels entering South Ari Marine Protected Area (SAMPA)

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The Maldivian government is implementing strict new regulations for vessels operating in the South Ari Marine Protected Area (SAMPA), the largest protected marine area in the Maldives. Effective after the 30th of this month, boats will be prohibited from entering SAMPA without official registration and installed propeller guards. The sweeping regulatory changes follow a comprehensive […]

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Beyond operations: Harish Nair on shaping the soul of RAH GILI and DON MAAGA MALDIVES

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In conversation with Chef Tipa: Bringing southern Thai flavours to Maldives

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For a limited time, Saffron Maldives at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru invites guests on a culinary journey through the rich flavours of Southern Thailand, till 17 July 2026. Guided by Chef Tipaporn Phianthong (Chef Tipa), Head Chef of Saffron, Banyan Group, the exclusive menu showcases authentic regional recipes thoughtfully reimagined with selected locally sourced ingredients from […]

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Fathimath Umar: Shaping Maldivian hospitality through food, teaching and leadership

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In every industry, there are professionals whose careers extend beyond their own job titles. They help build people, raise standards and widen the path for those who come after them. In Maldivian hospitality, Fathimath Umar is one of those figures. Known to many across the industry as Chef Fathun, she has spent decades contributing to […]

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From billing clerk to materials manager: Ali Shareef’s 25-year journey in procurement, learning at Angsana Velavaru

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Procurement rarely takes place in view of the guest. It operates through purchase orders, supplier negotiations, quality checks, stock controls, delivery schedules and the movement of goods between Malé and resort islands. Yet almost every part of a resort operation depends on it. At Angsana Velavaru, the responsibility for coordinating this process rests with Materials […]

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Mohamed Hussain Shihab: Building HR leadership through people, succession and service

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When Mohamed Hussain Shihab first considered hospitality, it was not part of a long-set career plan. He was looking at colleges in Malaysia when he came across a hotel school. That encounter changed the direction of his studies, and later his career. “I didn’t plan on studying hospitality in the beginning,” Shihab says. “But while […]

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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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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
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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

Maldives Service Charges

1RIU Maldives 932.08
2Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa 646.64
3Outrigger Maldives Maafushivaru 537.22
4Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas 526.97
5InterContinental Maldives 524.85
6CROSSROADS Maldives 485.00
7Cora Cora Maldives 424.00
8Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa 409.46
9Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma 380.00
10Pullman Maldives Maamutaa 358.59
11Lily Beach Resort & Spa 330.00
12Six Senses Kanuhura 250.47
13Six Senses Laamu 213.00
14JW Marriott Maldives Kaafu Atoll Island Resort 633.02
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