Hotelier Maldives returns as Media Partner for TechEng 2026
TechEng Expo has announced that Hotelier Maldives will return as the official Media Partner for TechEng 2026, reinforcing a continued collaboration aimed at advancing engineering and technology in the hospitality sector. Following a successful partnership during the inaugural edition, Hotelier Maldives’ renewed involvement reflects the growing importance of a dedicated platform for engineering and technical […]
Qatar Airways resumes flights to Maldives
Qatar Airways has resumed flight operations to the Maldives on Thursday after a temporary suspension linked to the Middle East conflict. The airline had halted services to several destinations, including the Maldives, following disruptions to regional air travel. Under the revised schedule, Qatar Airways will operate five weekly flights between Malé and Doha. Doha functions […]
Hard Rock Hotel and Cafe Maldives donate Pinktober funds to Cancer Society
Hard Rock Hotel Maldives and Hard Rock Cafe Maldives have once again demonstrated the power of music, community, and purpose through their Pinktober 2025 initiatives, culminating in the official handover of funds to the Cancer Society of Maldives at a special event held at Hard Rock Cafe Maldives in the first week of April 2026. […]
Bank of Maldives cuts home construction equity requirement to 5%
Bank of Maldives has announced a significant reduction in the equity requirement for its Home Construction Financing, lowering minimum own contribution to just 5% for projects valued up to MVR 3 million. This change marks a substantial decrease from the 20% equity requirement and is intended to enhance accessibility for home construction across the country. […]
Kuda Villingili secures dual nomination in Condé Nast Readers’ Choice Awards
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives has been nominated in the Resorts category for the Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2026 (UK) and the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2026 (US), marking a further development in the resort’s international recognition. The Readers’ Choice Awards are based on traveller feedback and are considered a key benchmark […]
Universal Foundation and Villa College renew Discover Hospitality Programme
Universal Foundation and Villa College have renewed their partnership to continue the Discover Hospitality Programme in 2026. The Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) was signed on 2 April 2026 by Iyaz Waheed, President of Universal Foundation, and Dr Ali Najeeb, Vice Rector of Villa College. Launched in 2017, the Discover Hospitality Programme is an initiative by […]
Visit Maldives concludes Superyacht Promotion Campaign
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has concluded its inaugural Superyacht Promotion Campaign, marked by participation in two international yachting events, the MYBA Charter Show and the Monaco Yacht Show. Launched in late 2025, the campaign was designed to position the Maldives within the global luxury yacht tourism segment, targeting high-net-worth individuals, yacht owners, charter brokers and […]
NHGAM launches ‘I AM Maldives Southeast Asia Roadshow’
The National Hotels and Guesthouse Association of Maldives (NHGAM), in collaboration with Visit Maldives and the Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO), has announced the launch of the ‘I AM Maldives Southeast Asia Roadshow’, a targeted trade initiative aimed at promoting Maldivian tourism in key Asian markets. The roadshow is scheduled to […]
Baros Maldives announces Earth Day experience in Chef’s Garden
Baros Maldives is set to host a curated Earth Day experience titled Earth Day in Bloom on 22 April 2026, offering guests an evening programme centred on sustainability, nature and locally sourced ingredients. The event will begin at 6:30pm at the resort’s Chef’s Garden, where guests will be welcomed with a Garden Spritz before taking […]
Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives recognised at TUI Global Hotel Awards
Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives has been recognised as a Quality Winner at the TUI Global Hotel Awards 2026, an accolade based on guest feedback from travellers worldwide. The recognition reflects the resort’s delivery of guest experiences shaped by service standards, facilities and alignment with evolving traveller preferences. Located in North Malé Atoll, Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives offers […]
Sirru Fen Fushi hosts ‘Behind the Bar’ mixology experience
Sirru Fen Fushi Private Lagoon Resort hosted a two-day Behind the Bar experience as part of its Easter programme, bringing together contemporary mixology and craft-led guest experiences. The event featured collaborations with Modernhaus, led by Bar Manager Upay Aldi, and The Cocktail Club, represented by Co-Founder Mirwansyah Bule, both from Indonesia. Over two evenings, guests […]
Amilla Maldives hosts week-long Easter programme
Easter celebrations have been taking place at Amilla Maldives, centred around the presence of Paddy the Travelling Bear, who has featured in a series of activities designed for families and younger guests. The programme began on 1 April and continues until 12 April. Throughout this period, Paddy has appeared daily across the island, leading activities […]
