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Dhiraagu Maldives Road Race 2026 attracts record 5,500-plus participants

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The highly anticipated Dhiraagu Maldives Road Race (DMRR) 2026 has closed registration with a record number of more than 5,500 participants, marking its highest participation to date and reinforcing its position as the largest run in the Maldives. Initially capped at 4,000 participants, registration was expanded in response to overwhelming demand, giving more runners the […]

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Amilla Maldives appoints Marc Reader as General Manager

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Amilla Maldives has appointed Marc Reader as its new General Manager, marking his return to the Maldives with more than three decades of international hospitality experience, including leadership roles at Finolhu and Huvafen Fushi. Reader brings experience in luxury resort operations, property repositioning, commercial development and team leadership across the Maldives, Australia and Singapore. His […]

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Bank of Maldives named among Forbes’ World’s Top Performing Banks 2026

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Bank of Maldives (BML) has been recognised in Forbes’ World’s Top Performing Banks 2026, becoming one of 500 banks across 89 countries included in the inaugural global ranking compiled in partnership with market research firm Statista. The recognition places BML among international banking institutions assessed on financial performance, resilience and operational efficiency, marking a milestone […]

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Sun Travels wins Best Inbound Travel Agency at SATA 2026

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Sun Travels has been named Best Travel Agency – Inbound at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2026, recognising the company’s contribution to inbound tourism and travel services in the Maldives. The award acknowledges Sun Travels’ experience in the travel industry, its partnerships with resorts and international travel agents, and its continued investment in technology […]

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Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa appoints Rajesh Bhosle as Director of Finance

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Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa has announced the appointment of Rajesh Bhosle as Director of Finance, bringing more than three decades of expertise in hotel finance and accounting across India and the Maldives. His appointment further strengthens the resort’s leadership team as it continues to build on its legacy while embracing new opportunities […]

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Ocean Group Maldives named Leading Dive Centre/Brand at SATA 2026

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Ocean Group Maldives has announced that it has been named the Leading Dive Centre/Brand at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2026, recognising the company’s longstanding commitment to excellence in diving and ocean experiences. The prestigious regional accolade celebrates excellence across South Asia’s travel, tourism and hospitality industry and marks an important milestone for Ocean […]

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Constance Halaveli Maldives ranks among Indian Ocean’s top 10 resorts in Condé Nast Traveller Awards 2026

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Constance Halaveli Maldives has been ranked 10th among the Top 25 Resorts in the Indian Ocean at the Condé Nast Traveller UK Readers’ Choice Awards 2026, joining three other Constance Hotels & Resorts properties recognised in this year’s international rankings. The recognition places Constance Halaveli among the Indian Ocean resorts selected by readers of the […]

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Baros Maldives appoints Christian Szabo as General Manager

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Baros Maldives has announced Christian Szabo as its new General Manager. He brings more than three decades of international hospitality to an iconic natural island that has been looking after guests since 1973. Christian joins Baros from sister property Niva Dhigali, where he most recently served as General Manager. His career spans luxury hospitality across […]

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Kandooma Maldives named leading family resort at South Asian Travel Awards 2026

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Last night (8 October), Kandooma Maldives was named Leading Family Resort at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA), a title that perfectly matches the resort’s focus on families. “The timing of this award couldn’t be better,” said Andrew Drummond, General Manager of Kandooma Maldives. “It recognises our commitment to family holidays, but we also know […]

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Sun Siyam Iru Veli connects guests with marine experiences across four atolls

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Marine experiences at Sun Siyam Iru Veli begin just beyond the island’s shoreline, from its house reef in Dhaalu Atoll to the waters of Faafu, Meemu and South Ari Atolls. For guests, this geographical reach means the underwater journey can take many forms, from a first guided snorkel close to the island to more advanced […]

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SO/ Maldives unveils ‘Lost in Waterworld’ festive celebrations for 2026

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This festive season, SO/ Maldives invites guests to get gloriously lost beneath the surface with Lost in Waterworld – An Underwater Gala of Glamour, an ocean-inspired celebration where shimmer meets rhythm, barefoot elegance meets high style, and the island becomes the ultimate stage for festive revelry. From 20 December 2026 to 8 January 2027, SO/ […]

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Seventy-five journeys back: Why Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu became home for Mr and Mrs Dissaux

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For many visitors, the Maldives is the destination of a lifetime. For Mr Serge Roland René Dissaux and his wife, Jocelyne Christiane Jeanne ép. Dissaux, it has become something else entirely: a place woven into the rhythm of their lives, a country to which they have returned again and again over more than three decades, […]

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Building people, building culture: Ibrahim Hameed on leading HR at Cora Cora Maldives

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When Ibrahim Hameed (Ibbe) began his career at just 18, the world of hospitality was unfamiliar territory. Today, more than a decade later, he leads the Human Resources department at Cora Cora Maldives — a role that, as he describes it, “is never the same two days in a row.” “I love HR,” he says […]

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Rizan Afeef: Building ‘culture architecture’ from Maldives to the Americas

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When Rizan Afeef began his career in the early 2000s, he was working in commercial roles and learning the mechanics of operations and revenue. But the turning point came when he found himself “more curious about people than processes”. “I was fascinated by what made teams perform under pressure and how leadership energy influenced morale,” […]

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Abdulla Fathhey: Making a big island feel effortless at Villa Park

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By Maaish Mohamed and Mariyam Saliya Mohamed On an island with the scale and recognisability of Sun Island, change is never simply cosmetic. The renaming of a Maldivian mainstay to Villa Park is a high-visibility move, but for Abdulla Fathhey, General Manager of Villa Park, the point is not novelty. It is clarity. Villa Resorts […]

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Elevate your guest experience: Source, network & learn at Hotel Asia 2024

Premier hospitality industry event, Hotel Asia, returns for its 18th edition, promising an unparalleled platform for hoteliers to elevate their guest experience. With twice the exhibitors, space, and participation compared to the previous edition, Hotel Asia 2024 is a must-attend event for hoteliers seeking to source new products, network with industry leaders, and discover the […]

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BBM introduces American Specialty Premium Heavy-Duty Mayonnaise in Maldives

Bestbuy Maldives (BBM), at the forefront of culinary innovation in the Maldives, has announced the launch of American Specialty Premium Heavy-Duty Mayonnaise, a condiment that redefines the benchmarks for taste, consistency, and culinary adaptability. Steering this exciting launch is BBM’s Marketing Head, Praval Kumar, a marketing professional with over a decade of sales and marketing […]

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BBM and Vismark Team Up for Culinary Demo Session

Leading distributor Bestbuy Maldives (BBM) partnered with Vismark Food Industries Pte Ltd to host a recent demo session aimed at industry professionals and future hospitality stars. The event, held for HORECA (Hotel, Restaurant, and Catering) customers and students from the Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Studies (FHTS) at Maldives National University, featured a live culinary […]

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Coca-Cola Maldives Celebrates the Samsung Galaxy S23 Smartphone Winners

Coca-Cola Maldives is thrilled to announce the newest winners of its sensational promotional campaign. As we congratulate our lucky consumers, we also remind everyone that this incredible opportunity is only available until March 10, 2024. Don’t miss your chance to be the next big winner! The latest to join the prestigious circle of winners are […]

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Ooredoo Maldives partners with Microsoft to offer comprehensive suite of productivity tools for Businesses

In partnership with Microsoft, Ooredoo Maldives has launched Microsoft Modern Workplace solutions to businesses across the Maldives. Leveraging on Ooredoo Group’s strong partnership with Microsoft, Ooredoo Maldives now provides a comprehensive suite of enterprise-grade productivity tools that enable businesses to communicate, collaborate and streamline operations more effectively and cost-efficiently.  “Leveraging on our global partnerships we […]

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Al Dahr General Trading Co: Pioneering sustainable hospitality supply

Empowering sustainable choices in the luxury hospitality sector In the picturesque landscape of the Maldives, luxury resorts and hotels strive to provide unparalleled experiences to their guests. Behind the scenes, a crucial partner plays a pivotal role in ensuring that these establishments have access to top-quality products while adhering to sustainable practices. Franck Mottais, the […]

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JEN Maldives Malé by Shangri-La introduces Oro’s 100% Arabica Rose Coffee

JEN Maldives Malé by Shangri-La has introduced a special coffee to their collection – Oro’s 100% Arabica Rose Coffee. This latest addition to the menu of Jen’s Kitchen On-the-Go aims to provide coffee lovers with the unique and delicate taste of Oro’s Arabica Rose. The hotel was alive with excitement on Thursday evening with the […]

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Velaa Private Island Donates to Three NGOs in Maldives

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Velaa Private Island Maldives, an ultra-luxury resort in Noonu Atoll, has once again made a donation of MVR 750,000 to three non-profit/non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in Malé City on 2 March 2022. The donation is part of the resort’s yearly donation plan and in celebration of a great start to the year. Care Society, Cancer Society […]

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Koagannu Mosque and Cemetery Listed in the 2022 World Monuments Watch

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Located in Addu Atoll, the Koagannu is the oldest and largest burial ground in Maldives. The historic site recently made it to the 2022 World Monuments Watch, a list of twenty-five of the world’s most significant heritage sites in need of immediate attention. Koagannu’s history dates back to the twelfth century CE with the construction […]

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Savaadheeththa Dhathuru Concluded with Gala Night at Fari Islands

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‘Savaadheeththa Dhathuru’ yacht rally, organised by the Maldives Integrated Tourism Development Corporation (MITDC), has successfully concluded with a Gala Night ceremony on 20th February 2022. The ceremony was sponsored by Fari Islands, home to Patina Maldives and The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands. Savaadheeththa Dhathuru began on 5th February 2022 on a journey across the Maldives […]

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