Reethi Faru Resort marks Earth Hour 2026 with sustainability initiatives
On Saturday, March 28th, Reethi Faru Resort joined millions worldwide in observing Earth Hour 2026, a global initiative encouraging individuals and communities to switch off their lights for one hour to raise awareness about environmental sustainability. This year marked the 20th anniversary of Earth Hour, themed “Create the Biggest Hour for Earth,” inspiring participants to […]
dusitD2 Feydhoo Maldives marks Earth Hour with energy-saving initiatives
dusitD2 Feydhoo Maldives has marked Earth Hour with a series of impactful initiatives focused on reducing electricity consumption and reinforcing its long-term commitment to sustainable hospitality. Aligned with the global call to protect our planet, the resort implemented a coordinated energy-saving campaign across all areas of operation. From guest villas to heart-of-house facilities, lighting systems […]
Baros Maldives launches sustainable sport fishing initiative
Baros Maldives, the iconic private island resort in the North Malé Atoll celebrated for its timeless elegance and authentic Maldivian spirit, has launched Lines of Respect–a first-of-its-kind sustainable sport fishing initiative that reframes big game angling as a dialogue with nature rather than a conquest of it. The initiative arrives at a moment when expectations […]
Bank of Maldives reaffirms support for tourism sector amid global challenges
Bank of Maldives (BML) on Monday reaffirmed its continued commitment to supporting the country’s tourism industry, following recent statements by the Minister of Tourism and Environment regarding financial assistance extended to the sector. Minister of Tourism Ibrahim Thoriq on Sunday announced that BML will provide financial facilities to resorts facing operational challenges linked to the […]
Sirru Fen Fushi marks Earth Hour with conservation-focused island activities
Sirru Fen Fushi Private Lagoon Resort marked Earth Hour 2026 with a series of activities involving guests, families and the island community, focusing on environmental awareness, education and conservation. The programme began with a tree-planting session led by the resort’s gardening team, where children planted young trees across the island. The activity introduced participants to […]
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru marks Earth Hour with conservation activities
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru marked Earth Hour with a thoughtful day of education, hands-on marine conservation and meaningful connection to nature, reflecting a commitment that extends far beyond a single hour. The day began with a visit from teachers and students of Ahmadhiyya School in Malé for a full-day resort exposure trip across Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru […]
Bank of Maldives to offer facilities to affected resorts
Minister of Tourism Ibrahim Thoriq has announced that the Bank of Maldives (BML) will provide financial facilities to resorts facing operational challenges linked to the situation in the Middle East. He made the statement on Sunday at a press conference held by a committee formed by President Dr Mohamed Muizzu to address potential impacts on […]
Tourists to access Maldives’ visa extensions online from April
Minister of Tourism Ibrahim Thoriq has announced that a revised process for extending tourist visas will be introduced from next month. He made the statement on Sunday at a press conference held at the President’s Office, noting that Maldives Immigration is preparing to launch a simplified tourist visa extension system. “Immigration has informed us that […]
Visit Maldives targets India, China, and Russia with ‘SeaSational Summer’ digital campaign
The Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has announced the launch of an extensive destination advertising campaign across Google, DV360, YouTube, and Meta (Facebook & Instagram). Titled “SeaSational Summer,” this aggressive digital push is designed to boost visitor arrivals during the upcoming shoulder season, specifically targeting April, May, June, and July, by capitalising on high-intent travel searches […]
SIX & SIX PRIVATE ISLANDS introduces WITH CARE, ALWAYS through Guraidhoo, together with Master Dental Care
SIX & SIX PRIVATE ISLANDS, together with Master Dental Care Maldives, has launched its first community initiative in Guraidhoo, marking the introduction of its CSR and sustainability platform, WITH CARE, ALWAYS—a framework that brings together community wellbeing, cultural continuity, youth engagement and environmental responsibility under one unified approach. Led by the team of RAH GILI […]
BML approves record MVR 322.9 million dividend, two bonus shares per share
Bank of Maldives (BML) shareholders have approved a record dividend payout of MVR 60 per share for the year of 2025, amounting to a total of MVR 322,915,200 at the Bank’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) held Saturday night. The shareholders also approved issuance of two bonus shares for every one existing share held, as part […]
