Special Merit Award Winners

Dhiraagu honours 88 employees at Annual Awards Ceremony

Dhiraagu hosted its Annual Awards Ceremony, bringing together leadership and staff to celebrate the people whose dedication, innovation, and excellence continue to drive the company forward. The annual event is a key moment in Dhiraagu’s calendar, recognising employees who have demonstrated long-term commitment and outstanding performance, while reinforcing the company’s culture of appreciation, collaboration, and […]

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Kuredhivaru Resort & Spa launches ‘Secret Garden’ dining experience

Kuredhivaru Resort & Spa presents a new chapter in destination dining with the launch of its Secret Garden concept, a thoughtfully designed experience that brings guests into a secluded setting surrounded by nature, soft lighting, and carefully curated details. Tucked away in a quiet corner of the island, Secret Garden is created for those moments […]

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Sun Siyam Iru Fushi elevates dining with Michelin-star chef residency

Modern travellers increasingly view a destination as a collection of flavours to be explored, often reserving their dining experiences at the same moment they book their stay to ensure a true sense of discovery. Sun Siyam Iru Fushi has embraced this trend, aligning its “Premium Island Experience” with exclusive chef residencies that transform an island […]

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The Standard Maldives launches premium all-inclusive offering for Chinese travellers

The Standard, Maldives, part of the globally respected Hyatt portfolio, has announced an elevated lifestyle-led luxury retreat tailored for Chinese travellers in search of a truly memorable Maldives escape. By harmoniously combining Hyatt’s world-class hospitality standards with The Standard’s dynamic and social lifestyle ethos, the resort introduces a new benchmark for premium island living in […]

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Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives introduces limited-time Spring Savings

As global travellers seek reassurance and simplicity in their holiday planning, Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives, an award-winning boutique island resort in North Malé Atoll, has announced its limited-time Spring Savings: Kodhipparu Escapes. This compelling “book now, travel later” offer combines exceptional value with seamless travel access to the Maldives. Available for bookings from 4–12 April […]

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Maldives to host World Creator Summit and Awards 2026

The Maldives is set to step onto the global stage as a new hub for the creator economy with the launch of the World Creator Summit 2026 and the World Creator Awards 2026, powered by Creatoll. Taking place from 20 to 25 September 2026, the new programme will bring together leading creators, platforms, publishers, tourism […]

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BML says tourism loan portfolio reached $585 million in Q1 2026

Bank of Maldives (BML) has said it continued lending to the tourism sector, with new loans amounting to USD 365 million from 2024 to the current period. In a statement issued to clarify its position on United States dollar exposure and liquidity management, the bank said the tourism sector remained the largest segment receiving new […]

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BML says USD net open position restored to positive levels

Bank of Maldives (BML) has said its Net Open Position (NOP) in United States dollars, which had deteriorated from December 2020, was restored to positive levels during the course of last year and again more recently. In a statement, the bank said the NOP in US dollars had reached a short position of 20 per […]

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Chedi Hospitality, JIH Global to develop boutique resort, residences in Maldives

Chedi Hospitality, a leader in luxury lifestyle and design-led hospitality, has announced a strategic partnership with JIH Global Investments LLC to enter the Maldives. The collaboration will see the development of a boutique hotel alongside a limited collection of branded residences, marking a significant step in the brand’s continued expansion into some of the world’s […]

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Milaidhoo Maldives to host Thai wellness practitioner in April

Milaidhoo Maldives is set to welcome visiting Thai wellness practitioner Naphat Theechanthuek for a special residency at the island’s serene spa from 11th to 30th April 2026. With more than two decades of experience in luxury wellness and holistic healing, Naphat brings a deeply intuitive approach to her practice. Her treatments blend time-honoured Thai bodywork […]

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A living island: Machchafushi showcases its ‘Universe’ of nature

Hidden within the South Ari Atoll lies a remarkable ecosystem where life moves in quiet harmony. At Machchafushi Island Resort and Spa by the Centara Collection, the island is more than a destination, it is a living universe shaped by ocean currents, coral gardens, tropical birds, and the rhythms of the reef. From the vibrant […]

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The Halcyon Private Isles Maldives hosts artist Ahmed Aleem Shakoor in residence

The Halcyon Private Isles Maldives, Autograph Collection has announced a collaboration with Ahmed Aleem Shakoor, who is currently in residence at the resort, introducing a creative element to the guest experience. Aleem, a self-taught artist, is known for work that combines maritime themes, surrealism and symbolism. His practice spans watercolours, acrylics and mixed media, drawing […]

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