Sun Siyam Iru Fushi marks Earth Day with creativity, coral conservation
In celebration of Earth Day 2025, Sun Siyam Iru Fushi embraced the global theme “Our Power, Our Planet” with a meaningful blend of creativity and conservation. The resort hosted an art competition and a hands-on coral planting activity on April 22, 2025, highlighting its ongoing commitment to sustainability through its Sun Siyam Cares initiative. The […]
Maldives Inflight Catering Group appoints Ibrahim Inad as Commercial Director
Maldives Inflight Catering Group has announced the appointment of Ibrahim Inad as the new Commercial Director. With over two decades of extensive experience in the tourism and hospitality industry, Inad brings a wealth of expertise in luxury travel, strategic sales management, and global market expansion. Inad began his hospitality journey in 2004 in the Food […]
Alia Investments renews partnership with Hotelier Maldives as Associate Sponsor for 2025 events
Hotelier Maldives, the leading B2B hospitality media group in Maldives, is pleased to announce that Alia Investments has renewed its commitment as an Associate Sponsor for two of the publication’s flagship events in 2025: the Hotelier Maldives Awards 2025, presented by Bestbuy Maldives (BBM), and the Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) Forum 2025. This marks […]
Indian market shows growth after decline, Maldives tourism minister says
Tourism Minister Thoriq Ibrahim stated that tourist arrivals from India to the Maldives are showing signs of growth after a period of decline. Speaking at a press conference held at the President’s Office on Wednesday, the minister presented a chart indicating a gradual monthly increase in tourist arrivals from India since the beginning of 2025. […]
Soneva Secret named among world’s best new hotels in Condé Nast Traveller’s 2025 Hot List
Every year, the editors of Condé Nast Traveller dedicate months to exploring new travel experiences around the world, from groundbreaking dining concepts to reimagined retreats and ambitious new hotel openings. Now in its 29th edition, the Hot List is considered one of the most anticipated recognitions in the global travel and hospitality industry. This year’s […]
Milaidhoo Maldives celebrates Earth Day 2025 with purposeful action
At Milaidhoo Maldives, nature is not just a backdrop—it is the very essence of the guest experience. The resort’s deep-rooted commitment to honouring and protecting the natural world is reflected in every aspect of its operations. This Earth Day, Milaidhoo took its environmental promise a step further, uniting guests, team members, and the local community […]
Maldives targets $6 billion in tourism revenue by 2027
Tourism Minister Thoriq Ibrahim has stated that the Maldives aims to increase annual tourism revenue to USD 6 billion by 2027, under the fifth tourism masterplan covering the period 2023 to 2027. Speaking at a press conference held at the President’s Office on Wednesday, Thoriq shared updated statistics on the tourism sector and outlined government […]
Maldives to add 1,290 new tourism beds in 2025
Tourism Minister Thoriq Ibrahim has announced that 156 locations are currently under development for tourism across the Maldives, with 1,290 new beds expected to be added to the market this year. Speaking at a press conference held at the President’s Office on Wednesday, the minister provided an update on the tourism sector and the ongoing […]
OBLU SELECT Lobigili, OBLU SELECT Sangeli, OBLU NATURE Helengeli receive British Airways Holidays accolade
It is a triple celebration at COLOURS OF OBLU, as not one but three of its stunning sister resorts have been honoured with the prestigious British Airways Holidays Customer Excellence Award for 2024. British Airways Holidays is one of the UK’s leading tour operators, and prides itself on taking its customers’ holidays seriously. It uses […]
Crown & Champa Resorts appoints Vijaya Kumar as Group Director of Finance
Crown & Champa Resorts (CCR), one of the leading hospitality groups in the Maldives, has announced the appointment of Vijaya Kumar as the Group Director of Finance. A Certified Management Accountant (Australia) with over three decades of diverse industry experience, Vijaya brings a wealth of expertise in financial management, auditing, and strategic planning to the […]
Google Earth Day doodle features Maldives island
Google marked Earth Day on Tuesday with a special doodle highlighting selected natural landscapes from around the world, including a site from the Maldives. The doodle used satellite images to form the letters of the word “Google,” with each letter represented by a distinct geographical location. The capital “G” was illustrated using the uninhabited island […]
Jennifer Aniston eyes Maldives as dream getaway
Hollywood star Jennifer Aniston has revealed that the Maldives tops her travel bucket list — a destination she’s eager to explore as she works through a lifelong fear of flying. In a recent interview with Travel + Leisure, the Emmy-winning actress said she dreams of visiting “white sandy beaches and clear, crystal blue water,” specifically […]
