Koagannu Mosque and Cemetery Listed in the 2022 World Monuments Watch
Located in Addu Atoll, the Koagannu is the oldest and largest burial ground in Maldives. The historic site recently made it to the 2022 World Monuments Watch, a list of twenty-five of the world’s most significant heritage sites in need of immediate attention. Koagannu’s history dates back to the twelfth century CE with the construction […]
Top Job Vacancies of the Week in Maldives Hospitality Industry
Director of Finance – Jumeirah Maldives Jumeirah Maldives Olhahali Island, North Male Atoll, is hiring a director of finance for the property. Key Duties The main responsibilities of this role include financial and management accounting responsibilities, strategic planning and business support; communication and relationship; risk, audit and compliance responsibilities. Skills and Qualifications In order to […]
MATI Partners with British High Commission to Provide Travel & Tourism Scholarships
Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) and the British High Commission have signed the MoU of ‘Chevening / Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) Scholarships’. The Chevening Scholarships programme is the UK Government’s global scholarship programme, in which scholarships are awarded to those individuals with strong academic backgrounds and leadership skills. MATI is sponsoring the […]
Ukraine Tourists in the Maldives Offered Visa Extension
On 27 February 2022, Maldives Immigration announced a special visa to Ukraine tourists who intends to extend their stay in the Maldives amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. Ukraine tourists can apply for the visa extension via IMUGA portal before the expiry of the visa. Speaking live on RaajjeTv on 28 February, Minister of Tourism, Dr […]
Resort News Weekly Roundup
Easter Celebrations at The Nautilus Maldives This Easter, The Nautilus has curated activities for young and old alike to suit every taste and every requirement. Spectacular culinary offerings include blind champagne tasting at Zeytoun, a sake masterclass hosted by Executive Chef and sake master Michael Pataran, and inquisitive Nautilus guests can learn to make chocolate […]
Savaadheeththa Dhathuru Concluded with Gala Night at Fari Islands
‘Savaadheeththa Dhathuru’ yacht rally, organised by the Maldives Integrated Tourism Development Corporation (MITDC), has successfully concluded with a Gala Night ceremony on 20th February 2022. The ceremony was sponsored by Fari Islands, home to Patina Maldives and The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands. Savaadheeththa Dhathuru began on 5th February 2022 on a journey across the Maldives […]
Duniye Spa Unveils Wellness Activities Ahead of the World Wellness Weekend 2022
With the World Wellness Weekend (WWW) set to take place in September 2022, Duniye Spa has prepared a range of well curated services and activities for guests. In partnership with the United Nations Global Sustainability Index Institute, WWW encourages venues, groups, associations, federations, visitors’ bureaus and city officials to organize free, fun and creative wellness activities on […]
Ocean 6|50 – Diving Event Bringing the Ocean Community Together in Maldives
In occasion of the 50th anniversary of Maldives tourism industry, local and international diving community; marine researchers and environmental activists are gathering for Ocean 6|50, an extreme diving event. Taking place from 25th to 27th February 2022, Ocean 6|50 aims to raise awareness and advocate for meaningful and sustainable solutions to the issues of plastic pollution, climate […]
Top Job Vacancies of the Week in Maldives Hospitality Industry
Sales Manager – Soneva Jani Soneva is looking for a sales manager for Soneva Villa Ownership. Key Duties The primary responsibility of the Sales Manager is to promote and sell private residences. This role reports directly to the Area Director and works closely with the island operations team and marketing team. Skills and Qualifications: Hotel school […]
Jio’s Innovative Undersea Cable System to Connect Maldives Directly to India and Singapore
Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd. (Jio), India’s largest 4G and mobile broadband digital service provider, has signed an agreement with government-owned Ocean Connect Maldives (OCM) to introduce the next generation multi-terabit India-Asia-Xpress (IAX) undersea cable system to Hulhumale, Maldives. This high capacity and high-speed IAX system will connect Hulhumale’ directly with world’s major internet hubs in India […]
Resort News Weekly Roundup
Mӧvenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives Collaborates with UNICEF Maldives Mövenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives has signed an advocacy collaboration with the UNICEF (United Nations Child’s Fund) Maldives to support its climate change programme. The resort is committed to help the organization achieve the sustainable development goals for children in the country. The agreement signing ceremony took place […]
MOPA Launches Waste Segregation Model Island Programme on Kudahuvadhoo
The Maldives Ocean Plastics Alliance (MOPA), together with the organization’s partners and the Dh. Kudahuvadhoo Council, officially launched the Waste Segregation Model Island programme on Dh. Kudahuvadhoo, on 17th February 2022. The launching ceremony was attended by MOPA officials and Dh. Kudahuvadhoo Council Members, as well as representatives of key partners – Male’ Aerated Water […]
