Maldives to designate exclusive islands for halal tourism development
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced that the government will designate several islands exclusively for the development of halal tourism. The announcement was made via a post on his official X account on Friday. In the post, the President noted that the initiative would be accompanied by substantial incentives for investors, aiming to diversify and […]
LFC legend Dirk Kuyt joins Maldives Food Carnival 2025 as Visit Maldives special guest
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives) has announced a special appearance by Dutch former-footballer and Liverpool FC legend, Dirk Kuyt, at the LFC Fan Zone at the ongoing Maldives Food Carnival. The event, held Thursday, drew an enthusiastic crowd of fans, reaffirming the immense global appeal of both football and the Maldives […]
Machchafushi Island Resort’s award-winning house reef: Dive into wonder
Recently recognised among the Best House Reefs in the Maldives by the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2025, the house reef at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa, The Centara Collection (formerly known as Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa), offers an extraordinary experience for divers and snorkelers alike. The South Ari Atoll in […]
Jumeirah Olhahali Island hosts Shimmers’ Chef Emanuele for July culinary residency
Jumeirah Olhahali Island has announced a culinary residency in collaboration with Chef Emanuele De Leo, Head Chef of the award-winning Shimmers at Jumeirah Mina Al Salam in Dubai. Taking place from 7 to 10 July 2025, this exclusive experience will bring the vibrant flavours of the Mediterranean to the Maldives through a specially curated tasting-style […]
Vakkaru Reserve earns fifth Wine Spectator Award
At Vakkaru Maldives, wine isn’t merely served — it is curated, conversed with, and quietly revered. This has led to the resort’s European wine cellar, Vakkaru Reserve, being awarded Wine Spectator’s Best of Award of Excellence for the fifth year — the only resort in the Maldives to have done so. Vakkaru Reserve, an intimate, […]
Ready for Dhiraagu Maldives Road Race?
The 16th edition of the much-anticipated Dhiraagu Maldives Road Race (DMRR) is set to take place on Friday, 24 October 2025, at , Hulhumalé Central Park. DMRR is the first and only international run held in the Maldives, recognised in the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS) World Running Calendar, with a World […]
Bank of Maldives pledges millions to environment with new ENV POS programme
Bank of Maldives (BML) has introduced ENV POS, a first-of-its-kind initiative in the Maldives banking sector. Under this programme, for every transaction made through a BML Point of Sale (POS) terminal, the bank will set aside a contribution from its earnings to fund environmental initiatives across the country – at no cost to the customer […]
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi appoints Gerrit Chng-Lüchau as Commercial Director
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi has announced the appointment of Gerrit Chng-Lüchau as its new Commercial Director, marking a strategic step in strengthening the resort’s position as a leader in transformative luxury travel experiences. Spanning a remarkable 3.5-kilometer stretch in the South Malé Atoll, including the ultra-exclusive Ithaafushi – The Private Island, the resort is renowned […]
The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort appoints Nithil Baskar as Resort Manager
The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort has announced the appointment of Nithil Baskar as its new Resort Manager. Bringing over 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Baskar began his career in 2010 at The Oberoi Amar Villas and has since held a series of key leadership roles with prestigious hospitality brands across India and […]
Karan Kumar leads transformative mind-body retreat at SO/ Maldives
SO/ Maldives, the avant-garde private island retreat nestled in the Emboodhoo Lagoon, has announced a deeply restorative wellness journey for the wet season. This immersive experience is spearheaded by renowned Certified Holistic Healer, Karan Kumar, in collaboration with the resort’s resident wellness team. Located just 15 minutes by speedboat from Malé International Airport, SO/ Maldives […]
Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives commemorates International Yoga Day with soulful morning session
In honour of International Yoga Day, Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives hosted a serene yoga session on its pool deck, inviting both in-house guests and resort colleagues to begin their day with mindfulness, movement, and meaning. Set against the tranquil backdrop of the Indian Ocean, the session offered participants a chance to embrace the physical, mental, and […]
Miniso joins Dhiraagu Gamers Guild as Premium Partner
Dhiraagu has welcomed Miniso as a Premium Partner of the Dhiraagu Gamers Guild (DGG). The partnership was announced during a special event held at the Dhiraagu Head Office, attended by Dhiraagu CEO and Managing Director Ismail Rasheed, Sonee Sports Managing Director Ahmed Kaleem, senior representatives from both Dhiraagu and Sonee Sports, as well as members […]
