Dhiraagu and MNU partner to launch E-Waste Hackathon 2025
Dhiraagu has joined forces with the Maldives National University (MNU) to support the E-Waste Hackathon 2025, a youth-focused initiative addressing the rising challenge of electronic waste in the Maldives. Scheduled to take place from 28 September to 7 October 2025 at MNU, the hackathon will bring together students, young innovators, and environmental advocates to devise […]
Maldives named Indian Ocean’s Best Spa Destination 2025
The Maldives has once again been recognised as the leading spa destination in the region, having secured the title of Indian Ocean’s Best Spa Destination 2025 at the World Spa Awards. The award reaffirms the Maldives’ standing as a wellness and spa destination, offering experiences that combine natural surroundings, luxury hospitality and holistic wellbeing. Alongside […]
Barceló Nasandhura celebrates World Wellness Weekend with Wellness by Mandara
Barceló Nasandhura marked World Wellness Weekend 2025 with a programme of rejuvenating experiences in collaboration with Wellness by Mandara. The celebration, held on Saturday, welcomed guests and visitors to a day centred on relaxation and self-care. The schedule included a range of wellness-focused activities, from welcome drinks and skincare consultations to interactive sessions, product demonstrations, […]
Maldives recognised with 16 Gold and 19 Silver Awards at SATA 2025
The Maldives secured 36 awards at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2025, held on Friday, 20 September 2025, at the Cinnamon Grand Colombo, Sri Lanka. The awards reflected the breadth of the country’s tourism sector, with the Maldives receiving 16 Gold Awards and 19 Silver Awards across a wide range of categories. Among the […]
TechEng 2025 exhibitor highlight: TYAX — empowering hospitality IT infrastructure
The Maldives’ hospitality sector operates on the edge of innovation—dynamic resorts, remote islands, and evolving guest expectations demand resilient, scalable technology solutions. At TechEng 2025 powered by Tonino Lamborghini Golf Carts, taking place 28–30 October 2025 at Central Park, Hulhumalé, we present TYAX—one of the region’s premier value-added IT distributors dedicated to elevating hospitality infrastructure. […]
MATI endorses TechEng 2025 powered by Tonino Lamborghini Golf Carts
TechEng 2025 powered by Tonino Lamborghini Golf Carts, the Maldives’ first dedicated B2B engineering and technology exhibition for the hospitality sector, has received official endorsement from the Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI). The event, organized by Omnibox Events, will be held from 28–30 October 2025 at Central Park, Hulhumalé. Established in 1982, MATI is […]
Soneva appoints new management team, opens new headquarters in Dubai
Soneva Group, a pioneer in ultra-luxury hospitality, has announced the appointment of three senior executives to its leadership team, effective September 2025. Joanna Flint has joined as Chief Commercial Officer, Chris Whitehouse as Chief Financial Officer, and Abhishek Sharma has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer. Flint brings more than two decades of leadership experience […]
The Standard Maldives supports Kinolhahu School with new Outdoor Reading Park
The Standard Maldives has joined hands with the community of R. Kinolhas Island to inaugurate the Outdoor Reading Park at Kinolhahu School. The initiative reflects the school’s guiding vision, ‘Today is for Tomorrow’, and demonstrates a belief that education extends beyond the classroom, thriving in spaces that foster curiosity, imagination, and inclusivity. On 16 September, […]
The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli to host two-Michelin-starred Chef Alexander Herrmann in November
The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort is set to host two-Michelin-starred Chef Alexander Herrmann for an exclusive residency from 12 to 14 November, during which he will present his distinctive creativity, passion, and culinary expertise on the island’s pristine shores. Known for his innovative approach to modern gastronomy and his charismatic presence on German television, […]
Sustainability recognised: Amilla Maldives attains EarthCheck Gold status
At Amilla Maldives, sustainability is regarded not merely as an ambition but as a guiding principle that shapes every aspect of island life. The resort has marked a significant milestone in its journey by progressing from EarthCheck Silver to Gold Certification. Achieving Gold Certification signifies that Amilla Maldives has maintained EarthCheck accreditation for five consecutive […]
Hotels and Resorts Investment Maldives (HARIM) joins GM Forum 2025 as Associate Sponsor
Hotelier Maldives, the leading hospitality media group, has announced Hotels and Resorts Investment Maldives (HARIM) as an Associate Sponsor of the upcoming General Managers (GM) Forum 2025, scheduled to take place on 13 October 2025 at Kurumba Maldives. The GM Forum, the premier annual gathering for resort general managers and senior executives in the Maldives, […]
Fari Islands Festival concludes with poetry, music, and community celebration
The closing evening of the Fari Islands Festival on 21 September concluded with poetry, music, and community gatherings across the Fari Islands. Guests assembled at Amarta, Patina Maldives, for Rupi Kaur’s performance, Echoes of Connection. Set against the backdrop of James Turrell’s Skyspace, the internationally acclaimed poet engaged the audience with verses exploring love, healing, […]
