Universal Foundation continues healthcare investment with 2026 scholarships
Universal Foundation has announced the awarding of its annual Medical Scholarships for the year 2026. The official awarding ceremony was held on 13th August 2026, where a total of four scholarships were awarded across different specialties. Scholarships awarded for the current year are as follows: Aishath Zaha–Masters in Neurosurgery Mueez Mohamed–MS in Pediatric Surgery Mohamed […]
MACL named Aviation Partner for World Travel Awards 2026
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has partnered with Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL), as the aviation partner of the World Travel Awards (WTA) Asia, Oceania & Indian Ocean 2026 contributing to the prestigious event and its ongoing preparations. The partnership agreement was signed by Aishath Shirany Nasir, Manager of Business Development at Visit Maldives Corporation, and […]
InterContinental Maldives unveils ‘12 Pearls of the Ocean’ festive programme
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort has unveiled its 2026 festive programme, themed ‘12 Pearls of the Ocean’. Inspired by the beauty and rarity of the ocean’s treasures, the concept invites guests on a festive journey, with each pearl revealing a new chapter of surprise, celebration, and discovery. Taking place from 20 December 2026 to 7 January […]
Hulhule Island Hotel celebrates 25 years as Maldives’ gateway hotel
Hulhule Island Hotel is marking its 25th anniversary, celebrating a remarkable journey defined by heartfelt hospitality, enduring partnerships and the dedication of generations of team members who have shaped the hotel’s legacy. Officially opened on 15 August 2001 with 85 rooms, Hulhule Island Hotel began its journey as the first transit hotel at the Maldives’ […]
Maldives steps up Russia engagement with high-level tourism mission
A high-level Maldivian delegation led by the Minister of Tourism and Civil Aviation, Mohamed Ameen, will undertake a five-day official visit to the Russian Federation from 17 to 21 August 2026, with engagements in Moscow and St. Petersburg focused on strengthening tourism cooperation, air connectivity and travel trade partnerships. The delegation comprises of senior officials […]
Maldives to host inaugural Digital Ownership Summit focused on tokenised assets
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has announced a partnership with Switzerland-based CEGStake AG to bring the inaugural Digital Ownership Summit 2026 to the Maldives, creating a focused international platform to explore how digital assets and real-world asset tokenisation could contribute to the future of tourism, infrastructure and investment in the country. The Digital Ownership Summit will […]
Maldives moves to tax foreign booking platforms and tour operators
A bill seeking to impose Goods and Services Tax (GST) on goods and services provided to the Maldives by foreign tourism-related businesses has been submitted to the People’s Majlis. The amendment to the Goods and Services Tax Act was submitted on Saturday by Mohamed Dawood, Member of Parliament for the Kulhudhuffushi North constituency representing the […]
Visit Maldives appoints STO Energy as Energy Partner for World Travel Awards 2026
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has appointed STO Energy as the official energy partner for the World Travel Awards (WTA) Asia, Oceania & Indian Ocean 2026, as part of the preparations for the prestigious global travel industry event. The partnership agreements were signed by Ahmed Riffath, Manager of Sales and Marketing from STO Energy with Manager […]
Visit Maldives appoints Jalboot as Transportation Partner for World Travel Awards 2026
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has appointed Jalboot as the official transportation partner for the World Travel Awards (WTA) Asia, Oceania & Indian Ocean 2026, contributing to the planning and delivery of the prestigious global travel industry event. The partnership agreement was signed by Sharon Austin, Director of Corporate Services from Jalboot with Manager of business […]
Soneva resorts named to Forbes Travel Guide’s Edge List 2026
Soneva Fushi, Soneva Jani and Soneva Secret have been named to The Edge List 2026 by Forbes Travel Guide, a leading authority on luxury hospitality. Now in its second year, The Edge List celebrates luxury experiences that inspire travellers to venture beyond the familiar. This year’s theme, Curated Journeys, celebrates hotels and cruises offering one-of-a-kind, […]
Grand Park Kodhipparu launches Reef Connection experience inspired by award-winning house reef
Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives has unveiled Kodhipparu Reef Connection, a new experience-led stay designed around one of the island’s greatest natural treasures–its award-winning house reef, recognised among the Top 10 House Reefs in the Maldives in the 2026 Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific. Created around the resort’s Reef Pool Villas, the new experience […]
Hilton Maldives Amingiri Resort & Spa appoints Afrah Abdulla as Commercial Director
Hilton Maldives Amingiri Resort & Spa has announced the appointment of Afrah Abdulla as Commercial Director, effective 1st August, 2026. In this role, he will oversee the resort’s commercial department, including revenue management, sales and marketing, while leading strategies that strengthen market positioning, drive sustainable growth and enhance overall business performance. Afrah brings more than […]
