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Seven sea turtle hatchlings begin their ocean journey at Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives

At Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives, seven sea turtle hatchlings recently emerged from the sand and made their way towards the Indian Ocean, their tiny flippers carrying them across the beach before disappearing into the blue. It was a fleeting moment, but one that offered a beautiful reminder that the beaches of the Maldives are more than […]

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Tourism safety is no accident, says ex-police commissioner Riyaz

The safety and security associated with the Maldives tourism industry is not the result of chance but of the daily work of professionals across the sector, former Police Commissioner and Gage Private Limited founder Abdulla Riyaz said on Tuesday. Riyaz made the remarks at the Safety and Security Conference Maldives 2026, which began at Barceló […]

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Maldives Safety and Security Conference 2026 begins with focus on tourism risks

The Maldives Safety and Security Conference 2026 began on Tuesday, bringing together tourism industry representatives, government agencies and security professionals to discuss risks facing the tourism sector and measures to address them. Organised by the Maldives Association of Fire and Safety Service Industry (MAFSSI), the two-day conference is being held at Barceló Nasandhura and will […]

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Gage named main partner of Safety and Security Conference Maldives 2026

Gage Private Limited has been named the main partner of the Safety and Security Conference Maldives 2026, which began on Tuesday. The conference is organised by the Maldives Association of Fire, Safety and Security Industry (MAFSSI), with support from Gage. Established on 21 July 2010, Gage provides safety and security services in the Maldives. Its […]

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Soneva reimagines iconic waterslide with artist Jacob Felländer

Long before waterslides became a familiar sight at luxury resorts in the Maldives, Soneva introduced them to its overwater villas with a simple belief: luxury should never become so serious that it forgets how to play. Since then, this sweeping curve over the Indian Ocean has become unmistakably Soneva and an invitation to let go. […]

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Kuda Villingili Resort highly commended at Family Traveller Awards 2026

Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives has been named Highly Commended for Best Long-Haul Family Stay in the Family Traveller Awards 2026, recognising the resort’s thoughtful approach to family and multigenerational travel, where considered design, generous space and experiences for every generation allow families to holiday together while enjoying the freedom to create their own time and […]

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Cora Cora Maldives reopens following island rehabilitation and enhancements

Following a planned period of island rehabilitation and enhancements, Cora Cora Maldives has officially reopened, welcoming guests back to its natural island paradise as scheduled. Surrounded by the turquoise waters of Raa Atoll, the five-star Premium All-Inclusive resort has always celebrated the beauty and character of its natural setting. The temporary closure provided an opportunity […]

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Atmosphere Core appoints Neeraj Seth as Assistant Vice President – Communication

Atmosphere Core has appointed Neeraj Seth as Assistant Vice President – Communication, bringing more than 25 years of international experience across luxury hospitality, real estate, consumer technology, marketing and strategic communications. With a career spanning Africa, Asia, India and the Middle East, Neeraj has held senior leadership positions with global and regional organisations, leading integrated […]

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Villa Nautica hosts first underwater wedding for couple’s 25th anniversary

When Frank and Heike Reestorff returned to Villa Nautica for the third time, they had one rather unusual plan for their 25th anniversary: to get married underwater. The couple had mentioned the idea to the diveOceanus team during a stay the previous November. Both are divers, and what they had in mind was relatively simple: […]

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UNDP, Kandima Maldives explore art-led approach to biodiversity finance

Dhirun: Art for Biodiversity, a pilot connecting art, tourism and biodiversity finance, has concluded following a closing ceremony in Malé, demonstrating a new approach to generating resources for conservation while supporting Maldivian artists. The initiative was delivered by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in the Maldives through its Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN), with support […]

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Meyyafushi marks first anniversary with wellness, gastronomy and culture

Meyyafushi will celebrate its first anniversary from 1 to 3 November 2026 with a three-day programme of wellness, gastronomy, entertainment, culture and meaningful island experiences. The anniversary marks an important milestone for the five-star Premium All-Inclusive resort, which has spent its first year welcoming guests to experience its distinctive combination of contemporary luxury, immersive dining, […]

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