Minor Hotels posts record profit growth in 2025, Maldives drives Indian Ocean performance
Minor Hotels has reported a record year of profitability in 2025, posting a 32% year-on-year increase in core profit, with the Maldives identified as a key contributor to performance across Asia and the Indian Ocean. The hotel owner and operator, which manages a global portfolio of more than 640 properties, recorded full-year core profit of […]
OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI and OZEN LIFE MAADHOO win gold at Junior Travel Awards 2026
OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI and OZEN LIFE MAADHOO in the Maldives have been awarded The JOINT GOLD winner of the ‘Best All-Inclusive Hotel for Families’ in the inaugural Junior Travel Awards 2026. This significant win comes in the primary year of these brand-new awards, hosted by Junior magazine—one of the UK’s most influential family titles. Renowned […]
Sun Siyam Iru Veli unveils beachfront and interactive hotpot dining
Sun Siyam Iru Veli has unveiled two new dining experiences this February: the beachfront Sunk in Sand Dining Experience and the interactive Hotpot Lunch and Dinner. Designed to enhance the island’s Privé collection offering, the new concepts centre on intimacy, shared moments, and flavour-led exploration, launching alongside the resort’s Valentine’s and Lunar New Year celebrations. […]
Angsana Velavaru nominated for Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026
Angsana Velavaru has been nominated in the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026, a reader-voted programme recognising luxury travel experiences across the Asia Pacific region. The resort has been shortlisted in two categories: Best Resorts for Families and Best Resort Pools. The nominations highlight destinations that deliver consistent guest experiences while adapting to […]
Bestbuy Maldives opens wholesale store in Hulhumalé Phase 2
Bestbuy Maldives (BBM) opened a new wholesale store in Hulhumalé Phase 2 on Monday. The outlet is located on the ground floor of Lot 20286, Nirolhu Magu, and is intended to improve access to BBM’s imported goods for residents of Hulhumalé Phase 2 and for businesses operating in the area. According to the company, the […]
Kuramathi Maldives turns Easter into week of family adventure
Kuramathi Maldives invites families to step into a world where wonder flourishes and childhood dreams are painted in vibrant island hues. From 30 March to 6 April 2026, the island becomes a haven for young explorers and their families, weaving moments of joy, discovery, and delight into every sunlit day. Easter at Kuramathi unfolds as […]
Bank of Maldives recognised for contribution to sports sector
The Bank of Maldives (BML) has received a special award for its contribution to the promotion of sports in the Maldives. The award was presented at the Maldives Sports Awards 2025, held at the Social Centre on Sunday. The award was accepted on behalf of the bank by BML Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director […]
MATI elects new executive board for 2026–2029 term
The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) has elected its Executive Board for the 2026–2029 term during its 36th Annual General Meeting, held on 15 February 2026 at Kurumba Maldives. The AGM brought together 112 members and stakeholders from across the tourism sector, marking a key governance milestone for the industry association. Members reviewed and […]
Hussain Afeef named chairman of Maldives Association of Tourism Industry
Tourism pioneer Hussain Afeef has been appointed as Chairman of the Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI), filling the vacancy in the post. The appointment was made at the 36th Annual General Meeting of MATI, held on Sunday at Kurumba Maldives. Afeef previously served as Vice Chairman of the MATI Executive Committee during earlier terms. […]
February sees third daily arrivals record for Maldives tourism; 11,136 on February 14
The Maldives recorded its highest number of tourist arrivals in a single day on 14 February, marking the third daily arrivals record in the month. According to figures released on Sunday by the Ministry of Tourism, a total of 11,136 tourists arrived in the Maldives on 14 February. The previous daily records this month were […]
The Cocoon Collection appoints Mamdhouh Mohamed as Senior Director of Sales – Maldives
The Cocoon Collection has announced the appointment of Mamdhouh Mohamed as Senior Director of Sales for its Maldives properties, strengthening its commercial leadership as the group continues to expand its presence in the luxury resort segment. The appointment brings to the group an experienced hospitality sales professional with an extensive background in the Maldivian resort […]
Canareef Resort Maldives appoints Vinayak Tiwari as Yoga & Wellness Instructor
Canareef Resort Maldives has announced the appointment of Vinayak Tiwari as its Yoga and Wellness Instructor, strengthening the resort’s commitment to holistic well-being and enriching guest experiences through authentic, expert-led wellness practices. Vinayak Tiwari is a highly qualified yoga professional from Rishikesh, India, widely regarded as the spiritual home of yoga. He holds a Master’s […]
