Velaa Private Island introduces Nikkei-inspired dining concept at Tavaru
Velaa Private Island has introduced a new dining concept at Tavaru, combining Nikkei cuisine with the restaurant’s teppanyaki experience. The revised concept brings together Japanese cooking techniques and Peruvian flavours, with dishes prepared and presented in front of guests. Seasonal ingredients will form the basis of the menu, with an emphasis on freshness and live […]
Velaa Private Island to host Kids Week with Sharky & George, Tobias Becs
Velaa Private Island will host Velaa Kids Week from 3 to 9 August 2026, bringing together outdoor activities, team challenges and sports sessions for young guests. The programme will be delivered in partnership with Sharky & George, which specialises in activities and experiences for children. It has been designed to encourage creativity, curiosity and confidence […]
47 participants complete Alia-MIT boat operators training programme
Alia, in collaboration with the Maldives Institute of Technology (MIT), has successfully concluded the 2026 Boat Operators Training (BOT) programme, reaffirming its commitment to enhancing maritime safety, strengthening technical competencies, and supporting the continued development of the Maldives’ marine transport industry. Held from 14th to 16th July 2026, this year’s programme brought together 47 participants […]
Dhiraagu Foari Lucky Draw nears grand finale with 65-inch smart TV up for grabs
Dhiraagu’s Foari Lucky Draw is nearing its grand finale, with the final prize remaining for grabs. Open to prepaid, postpaid, fibre broadband, and value-added digital service customers, the promotion has been bringing football fans closer to the excitement throughout the tournament season. The promotion features lucky draws aligned with each stage of the tournament, giving […]
JW Marriott Maldives Kaafu Atoll launches Omakase Cocktail Menu at Nikkei Bar
JW Marriott Maldives Kaafu Atoll Island Resort has introduced its all-new Omakase Cocktail Menu at Nikkei Bar, an innovative beverage experience that reimagines the traditional omakase concept through the art of mixology. Inspired by the Japanese philosophy of entrusting the experience to the expertise of the creator, the new menu invites guests on a thoughtfully […]
Finolhu appoints Harry Green Longin as Marine Biologist
Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort, has announced the appointment of Harry Green Longin as Marine Biologist, reinforcing the resort’s commitment to marine conservation and environmental stewardship within the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll. Bringing extensive experience in marine conservation, environmental sustainability and guest engagement within luxury hospitality settings, Harry joins Finolhu from The Westin […]
Atmosphere Kanifushi marks sixth Just Veg Festival with ‘family style’ theme
Atmosphere Kanifushi celebrates the return of its signature Just Veg Festival, marking a milestone 6th anniversary edition from 04 to 09 October 2026. This landmark celebration reaffirms the resort’s position as a pioneer in vegetarian fine dining in the Maldives, bringing together global culinary storytelling, immersive island experiences, and conscious gastronomy. This year’s festival is […]
BML’s financial strength and national reach make it central to Maldives economy: Shareef
Bank of Maldives (BML) plays a central role in financing businesses, supporting national infrastructure and providing access to financial services across the country, its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Mohamed Shareef has said. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the Youth Entrepreneurs Expo 2026 at Barceló Nasandhura on Wednesday, Shareef said the bank’s position […]
Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2026 to examine resilience, talent and transformation
Hotelier Maldives has announced the theme for the 10th edition of its General Managers’ Forum, scheduled to take place on October 5, 2026. This year’s forum will be held under the theme, ‘Resilience and Reinvention: Talent, Technology and Transformation’, bringing together leaders from across the Maldivian tourism industry to examine how hospitality businesses can respond […]
BML enables international payments through Swipe IBAN accounts
Bank of Maldives has highlighted the International Accounts capability available on its digital wallet, Swipe. Maldivian customers can open an International Account with a unique International Bank Account Number (IBAN), enabling them to seamlessly receive funds from bank accounts abroad. International Account services are available in USD, EUR, and GBP, giving customers the flexibility to […]
New BML facility gives young Maldivians up to MVR 150,000 to start businesses
Bank of Maldives (BML), in collaboration with SME Digital, has introduced the Youth Entrepreneurship Financing facility designed to enable young Maldivians to establish micro and small enterprises and convert innovative ideas into sustainable businesses. The financing facility was officially launched by President Dr Mohamed Muizzu at the Youth Entrepreneurs Expo, which opened Wednesday. This unsecured […]
Sun Siyam Vilu Reef keeps Maldivian culture alive through Athireege
How Sun Siyam Vilu Reef Is Keeping Maldivian Culture Alive: The smell reaches you before anything else: warm coconut oil, faintly sweet, drifting from a low-roofed beach house. Inside, a woman works patiently with her hands, pressing, turning and drawing the oil slowly from the flesh, just as it has been done for generations on […]
