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InterContinental Maldives launches sleep-focused wellness programme for World Sleep Day

In celebration of World Sleep Day on 13 March 2026, InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort introduces an enhanced series of sleep-focused wellness experiences, reinforcing the growing global shift toward restorative travel and mindful living. Building on its established Sleep Well offering, the resort unveils a new Sleep Well Turndown Programme, a thoughtfully curated evening ritual designed […]

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Centara Resorts brings festive Easter experiences to Maldives islands

As spring prepares to cast its golden glow over the Maldives, Centara Resorts & Hotels is gearing up for another egg-ceptional Easter celebration. With four distinct island escapes to discover, guests can settle into a rhythm that suits them, as vibrant festivities unfold across Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives, Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives, Machchafushi Island Resort […]

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Ayada Maldives unveils Easter celebration programme

Ayada Maldives has announced a series of experiences to mark the Easter season, inviting guests to celebrate the occasion through a week of activities centred on family time, relaxation and shared island moments. As the season approaches, the resort will host a programme designed to create a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere for guests. Families are […]

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InterContinental Maldives launches sleep-focused wellness programme for World Sleep Day

In celebration of World Sleep Day on 13 March 2026, InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort introduces an enhanced series of sleep-focused wellness experiences, reinforcing the growing global shift toward restorative travel and mindful living. Building on its established Sleep Well offering, the resort unveils a new Sleep Well Turndown Programme, a thoughtfully curated evening ritual designed […]

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Centara Resorts brings festive Easter experiences to Maldives islands

As spring prepares to cast its golden glow over the Maldives, Centara Resorts & Hotels is gearing up for another egg-ceptional Easter celebration. With four distinct island escapes to discover, guests can settle into a rhythm that suits them, as vibrant festivities unfold across Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives, Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives, Machchafushi Island Resort […]

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Ayada Maldives unveils Easter celebration programme

Ayada Maldives has announced a series of experiences to mark the Easter season, inviting guests to celebrate the occasion through a week of activities centred on family time, relaxation and shared island moments. As the season approaches, the resort will host a programme designed to create a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere for guests. Families are […]

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Sun Siyam Vilu Reef marks International Women’s Day with beachside event

Sun Siyam Vilu Reef, part of the Sun Siyam Resorts Privé Collection, marked International Women’s Day by celebrating the contributions of female team members and guests, recognising their role in shaping the experiences that define the island. The resort hosted a white-themed sunset cocktail gathering on the beach on 8 March, where guests and female […]

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Vakkaru Maldives appoints Mehdi Boudault as Marine Biologist

Vakkaru Maldives has appointed Mehdi Boudault as Marine Biologist, strengthening the resort’s commitment to marine conservation within the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Boudault, a French marine biologist, scientific diver and PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer, holds a Master’s degree in Biology, Ecology and Evolution with a specialisation in tropical marine ecosystems. His academic background […]

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Angsana Velavaru to host two-day Easter celebration

Angsana Velavaru is inviting guests to celebrate Easter with a two-day island programme featuring family activities, ocean experiences and seasonal dining from 4 to 5 April 2026. Located within a lagoon in South Nilandhe Atoll, the resort will host a series of activities designed for families, couples and travellers seeking a seasonal getaway by the […]

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Villa Park unveils new Two-Bedroom Beach Pool House

Villa Park, the lush island escape in the South Ari Marine Protected Area (SAMPA), has unveiled its newest and most elevated accommodation category: the Two-Bedroom Beach Pool House. Spanning 456 square metres, this new addition becomes the highest category available at Villa Park, strengthening the resort’s position as a leading choice for family travel in […]

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Sun Siyam Iru Fushi marks Women’s Day with ‘She Is Hospitality’ exhibition

In celebration of International Women’s Day 2026 and its global theme, “Give to Gain,” Sun Siyam Iru Fushi has unveiled “She Is Hospitality” at the resort this 8th of March. This photo portrait exhibition honours the unique personalities, skill sets, and values of the women who drive the resort’s success, highlighting how a culture of […]

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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 […]

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From ship to shore: Neil Shorthouse on Maldives, leadership, and training that changes behaviour

Neil Shorthouse arrived in the Maldives on 26 January 2008 with a career built in one of hospitality’s most demanding “remote” environments: cruise ships. For him, the comparison between shipboard life and island operations is not a metaphor — it is operational reality. “In many ways working at sea and on a remote island, are […]

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Homegrown professionals drive guest experience at Coco Bodu Hithi

As a proudly Maldivian-owned hospitality group, Coco Collection continues to place local talents at the heart of its guest experience. This commitment is reflected through the team at Coco Bodu Hithi, represented by Front Office Manager, Mohamed Rishfaz, alongside Reservations Manager, Mohamed Vijudhan, whose roles spans reservations operations of both Coco Bodu Hithi and Coco […]

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Balancing tradition and innovation: Award-winning Chef Ahmed Jameel on leading Tapasake at One&Only Reethi Rah

By Maaish Mohamed and Mariyam Saliya Mohamed When asked about the origins of his culinary journey, Ahmed Jameel reflects not on a professional kitchen, but on his home. “My passion for cooking started at home. My mom was an amazing cook and her ability to bring her own unique flavours to every dish truly inspired […]

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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

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

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

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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