Public voting closes for Hotelier Maldives Awards 2026
Hotelier Maldives has closed public voting for the Hotelier Maldives Awards 2026, with more than 250,000 votes received during the one-month voting period. The public voting stage marked a key part of this year’s awards process, offering industry professionals and the wider public an opportunity to support nominees across the various award categories. The voting […]
Sirru Fen Fushi presents Behind The Bar mixology event with Flor de Caña
The Behind The Bar Sirru Icon series recently hosted a mixology event at Sirru Fen Fushi Private Lagoon Resort, featuring Dinesh Mondkar, Flor de Caña’s brand ambassador for India. The event gave guests an opportunity to explore a selection of rum cocktails while learning more about the craftsmanship and heritage behind the Flor de Caña […]
Angsana Velavaru reopens futsal facility for guests and associates
Angsana Velavaru has reopened its futsal facility as part of efforts to enhance guest experiences and staff engagement through sport and community activities. The reopening ceremony was officiated by Dhaalu Atoll Council president Ahmed Shafiu and the resort’s general manager, Ahmed Zahir, who jointly cut the ribbon to mark the occasion. Located within the island […]
MAWC continues as Beverage Partner for Hotelier Maldives Awards 2026
Hotelier Maldives has confirmed Male’ Aerated Water Company (MAWC) as the Beverage Partner for the Hotelier Maldives Awards 2026, continuing a partnership with Hotelier Maldives that spans both the Awards, now in its third year, and the annual GM Forum, where MAWC has served as Beverage Partner since 2023. The continued collaboration reflects MAWC’s position […]
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort unveils Graffiti Club to promote team creativity
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort has launched the Graffiti Club to mark World Art Day, introducing a team-led initiative focused on artistic expression, collaboration and storytelling through art. The resort said the initiative brings together more than 18 team members from across different departments, reflecting a shared interest in creativity. As part of the project, selected […]
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives advances recycling partnership with Secure Bag
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives has completed its first quarterly waste collection of the year in partnership with Secure Bag Maldives, as part of the resort’s sustainability programme. The resort said the latest weigh-in and collection reflected the progress of a partnership launched in August last year, under which discarded materials are recovered, processed and […]
Ameen appointed Maldives’ tourism minister after Thoriq’s resignation
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has appointed Mohamed Ameen as Minister of Tourism and Civil Aviation, following the resignation of Thoriq Ibrahim from the Ministry of Tourism and Environment on Tuesday. The appointment comes as part of a cabinet reshuffle announced after 10 ministers stepped down earlier in the day. Ameen had previously been serving as […]
JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa marks Earth Day with wellness and garden experiences
At JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa, the natural world is never far away. The ocean is always visible. The garden is always in season. And the belief that true well-being begins with a deeper connection to the environment around us is woven into everything the resort does. This Earth Day, that commitment finds a […]
One&Only Reethi Rah celebrates graduation of Dharivaru Class 2025/2026
One&Only Reethi Rah, the ultra-luxury resort renowned for its commitment to excellence, has celebrated a significant milestone in local talent development with the graduation of the Dharivaru Class of 2025/2026, the 14th batch of the programme. The ceremony, held at the North Malé resort and attended by Executive Committee Members, department heads, and proud families, […]
The Nautilus Maldives appoints Philippe Cavory as new General Manager
The Nautilus Maldives has appointed Philippe Cavory as General Manager of the ultra-luxury private island resort in Baa Atoll. Cavory brings more than three decades of international experience in luxury hospitality, including resort leadership, pre-openings, operations and guest experience design. The resort said his appointment comes as The Nautilus continues efforts to strengthen its position […]
Centara Maldives resorts to offer Thai-inspired Songkran experiences
Centara Hotels & Resorts Maldives has invited guests to celebrate Songkran this April across its resorts in the Maldives, marking the Thai New Year through a series of experiences inspired by the brand’s Thai heritage. The hotel group said the celebrations would reflect Thai culture and hospitality while adapting traditional Songkran elements to island settings […]
Chef Christian Sturm-Willms headlines Easter celebrations at Le Méridien Maldives
Easter at Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa brought together gastronomy and family-focused activities, with Michelin-starred chef Christian Sturm-Willms joining the resort for a culinary residency. Chef Sturm-Willms, head chef of Michelin-starred restaurant YUNICO in Bonn, is known for a style that combines Japanese technique with Mediterranean and contemporary European influences. He has led the […]
