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Soulful reset this Eid al-Adha at W Maldives

This Eid Al-Adha, W Maldives—The Original Wavemaker—invites guests to trade tradition for transformation, with a curated celebration that blends bold flavors, soulful rhythms, and serene moments in true island style. Nestled in the heart of the Maldives’ North Ari Atoll, the luxury playground is making the occasion with two exclusive offerings designed to awaken the […]

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Dhiraagu launches affordable roaming packages for 46 countries

Dhiraagu has launched affordable new roaming packages for customers for 46 countries, making it easier than ever to enjoy seamless connectivity while travelling. These roaming packages, starting from just MVR 150 up to MVR 775, are designed to suit every type of traveler. With flexible durations and affordable rates, staying connected abroad is now easier […]

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Alila Kothaifaru Maldives celebrates 3rd anniversary with team tribute, community spirit

Alila Kothaifaru Maldives marks its third anniversary, celebrating a journey shaped by people, purpose, and place. Since opening its doors on May 16, 2022, the resort has stayed true to its ethos of creating authentic experiences-rooted in nature, crafted with intention, and brought to life by a passionate team. This year’s anniversary was particularly meaningful, […]

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Maldives targets $6 billion in tourism revenue by 2027

Tourism Minister Thoriq Ibrahim has stated that the Maldives aims to increase annual tourism revenue to USD 6 billion by 2027, under the fifth tourism masterplan covering the period 2023 to 2027. Speaking at a press conference held at the President’s Office on Wednesday, Thoriq shared updated statistics on the tourism sector and outlined government […]

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Maldives to add 1,290 new tourism beds in 2025

Tourism Minister Thoriq Ibrahim has announced that 156 locations are currently under development for tourism across the Maldives, with 1,290 new beds expected to be added to the market this year. Speaking at a press conference held at the President’s Office on Wednesday, the minister provided an update on the tourism sector and the ongoing […]

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OBLU SELECT Lobigili, OBLU SELECT Sangeli, OBLU NATURE Helengeli receive British Airways Holidays accolade

It is a triple celebration at COLOURS OF OBLU, as not one but three of its stunning sister resorts have been honoured with the prestigious British Airways Holidays Customer Excellence Award for 2024. British Airways Holidays is one of the UK’s leading tour operators, and prides itself on taking its customers’ holidays seriously. It uses […]

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Crown & Champa Resorts appoints Vijaya Kumar as Group Director of Finance

Crown & Champa Resorts (CCR), one of the leading hospitality groups in the Maldives, has announced the appointment of Vijaya Kumar as the Group Director of Finance. A Certified Management Accountant (Australia) with over three decades of diverse industry experience, Vijaya brings a wealth of expertise in financial management, auditing, and strategic planning to the […]

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Google Earth Day doodle features Maldives island

Google marked Earth Day on Tuesday with a special doodle highlighting selected natural landscapes from around the world, including a site from the Maldives. The doodle used satellite images to form the letters of the word “Google,” with each letter represented by a distinct geographical location. The capital “G” was illustrated using the uninhabited island […]

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Jennifer Aniston eyes Maldives as dream getaway

Hollywood star Jennifer Aniston has revealed that the Maldives tops her travel bucket list — a destination she’s eager to explore as she works through a lifelong fear of flying. In a recent interview with Travel + Leisure, the Emmy-winning actress said she dreams of visiting “white sandy beaches and clear, crystal blue water,” specifically […]

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Visit Maldives to host Maldivian Evening 2025 in Dubai

Visit Maldives has announced the Maldivian Evening 2025, a prestigious event set to take place at the Theatre of Digital Art (TODA) in Dubai on April 28, 2025, from 19:00 to 23:00 on the sidelines of ATM 2025. Designed to showcase the Maldives as a multifaceted luxury destination, the event will offer a curated experience […]

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Mark milestones castaway-style with Gili Lankanfushi’s Celebration Escapes

Gili Lankanfushi Maldives, the pioneer of sustainable, barefoot luxury in the Maldives, invites guests to mark their biggest milestones with a series of ‘celebration escapes’ all year. Whether toasting an engagement, vow renewal, special birthday, new baby or anniversary, the Maldives’ original luxury eco-resort offers the ultimate array of shared experiences – from castaway dolphin […]

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Homegrown Hotelier – Shabeer Ahmed, Chairman of Coco Collection

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Shabeer Ahmed is Chairman of Coco Collection, a company with three properties in the Maldives in its portfolio: Coco Bodu Hithi and Coco Privé in Male Atoll and Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu in Baa Atoll. Shabeer’s rise was marked by grit and determination in the face of adversity. But you will also discover that he […]

Careers: Meet a team of professional women from the Hulhule Island Hotel

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In the Maldivian tourism sector, women make up only 8% of the workforce and of which only 3% are Maldivian women. For this instalment of Hotelier Maldives’ Careers segment we bring you a team of young, energetic and dedicated professional women from the Hulhule Island Hotel (HIH).[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Aminath Nuha, General Manager’s Secretary Even at a very […]

Binding tradition with wellness; Aishath Zulfishan, Spa Manager at Kurumba Maldives

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Some eleven years back, Aishath Zulfishan (Xubba) decided that she wasn’t going to be in F&B anymore; an earlier visit to Soneva Fushi had cemented her desire to join the wellness industry. She embarked on her wellness career as a receptionist at the spa at Huvafen Fushi. Now Xubba manages the Veli Spa at Kurumba […]

Christoph Pentzlin, Executive Chef at Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Christoph Pentzlin always knew that he wanted to be a chef. Growing up in Berlin, Pentzlin became intrigued by the idea of using food to create different impressions and evoke emotions in people. The decision to pursue a career in the culinary sector was a no-brainer. His career took off quickly and Pentzlin found himself […]

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