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Cocoon Collection promotes Madura Liyanaguruge to Bar Manager at Joy Island Maldives

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Cocoon Collection has promoted Madura Arundaka Liyanaguruge to the position of Bar Manager at Joy Island Maldives, effective July 2026. In his new role, Liyanaguruge will oversee the resort’s bar operations, beverage service and team management. His responsibilities will include supporting service delivery, supervising the bar team and maintaining operational standards across the resort’s beverage […]

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Malsa Shiyam: Growing through hospitality, leading through award-winning service

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For Aminath Malsa Shiyam, Assistant Guest Relations Manager at The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands, hospitality has been a journey shaped by work, learning and people. Her recognition as Concierge / Guest Service Personality of the Year at the Hotelier Maldives Awards 2026 marks a point in a career that began with an internship and has […]

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Maldives ranked among world’s happiest destinations for travellers

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The Maldives has been ranked among the world’s happiest destinations for travellers in a new global study analysing more than one million online reviews from holidaymakers. The research, conducted by Irish travel insurance specialist JustCover, placed the Maldives 11th out of 155 destinations worldwide, awarding the island nation a ‘Happy Place’ score of 71.4 out […]

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JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa wins three honours at Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards 2026

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JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa has announced its multi-category triumph at the Travel + Leisure Southeast Asia, Hong Kong & Macau Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026. Voted on by discerning global travellers who value meaningful travel experiences, the prestigious annual awards have recognised the resort across three highly competitive categories: The Maldives’ Best Resort […]

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JOALI Maldives ranked no. 2 resort in Asia, no. 3 hotel in the world

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JOALI Maldives has announced its recognition as the No. 2 Resort in Asia and No. 3 in the World’s Top 100 Hotels in the prestigious Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2026. Celebrating the world’s most exceptional hotels, resorts, cities, islands, airlines, and travel experiences, the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards are among the […]

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First Maldivian dive instructors complete TDI Technical Diving training

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A milestone for Maldivian dive safety and professional development has been reached as the first group of Maldivian Diving Instructors successfully completed their TDI Technical Diving training at Aquaventure Tec Center in Addu Atoll. This marks the beginning of a new era in advanced dive training within the Maldives, strengthening national capacity for safe deep‑diving […]

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Rare green turtle returns five times to nest at Niva Kuramathi

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Since May 2026, a single female green turtle has returned to the beaches of Niva Kuramathi on five separate occasions—on 8, 18, and 29 May, and again on 9 and 20 June—choosing these shores to lay her eggs. Kuramathi Island is not a regular nesting ground for turtles, which makes each return, and each nest, […]

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Atmosphere Foundation donates industrial kitchen equipment to MNU

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Atmosphere Foundation has formally handed over a suite of high-quality industrial kitchen equipment to The Maldives National University (MNU), strengthening practical training facilities for students pursuing Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management. The official handover ceremony was held Thursday at MNU Central Administration building. The donated equipment has been fully installed and is ready for immediate […]

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Maldives-based Atmosphere Core to open heritage property in Italy on 16 July

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Nestled among the most enchanting hills of the Langhe region in Piedmont, in the province of Cuneo, in Italy, BORGO MONCHIERO HERITAGE by Atmosphere brings new life to an ancient 18th-century monastery. Thanks to a meticulous restoration and enhancement project, the former monastic complex, which will officially open on July 16, 2026, has now been […]

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The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort appoints Harish Gopalakrishnan as General Manager

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The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort has announced the appointment of Harish Gopalakrishnan as its new General Manager, marking an exciting new chapter for the wellness-led island resort set within the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll. An accomplished hospitality leader with more than two decades of experience across India and the Middle East, Harish brings […]

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Sirru Fen Fushi welcomes wellness expert Dr Hetalkumar Doshi for exclusive residency

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Sirru Fen Fushi–Private Lagoon Resort has announced the return of internationally recognised holistic wellness consultant and founder of Energy Masters, Dr Hetalkumar Doshi, for an exclusive wellness residency from 1 August to 31 October 2026 and from 1 December 2026 to 28 February 2027. Renowned for his expertise across more than 60 holistic healing modalities, […]

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Finding purpose through wellness: I Gusti Ayu Ariani at Cora Cora Maldives

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JOALI Maldives’ Shameem Ali: Local expertise, global impact for reef conservation

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For nearly two decades, Shameem Ali has dedicated his professional life to understanding and protecting the coral reefs of the Maldives. His journey began in 2005, when he joined Banyan Tree as a marine environmental officer. Looking back, he recalls that his interest in marine life started even earlier, when he became concerned about what […]

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Nurturing family experiences: JOALI Maldives’ Mariyam Hana on crafting experiences for younger guests

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In JOALI Maldives, Mariyam Hana leads the Kids Club with a vision shaped by both professional experience and personal conviction. With a career that has taken her from front office operations to managing one of the most distinctive family programmes in the country, Hana’s career reflects the evolution of Maldivian hospitality and the growing role […]

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Chronicling the skies: Ahmed Mohamed’s definitive history of Maldivian aviation

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For a nation of over a thousand islands scattered across the vast Indian Ocean, the story of the Maldives is inextricably linked to the story of its connection with the world. While the sea has been its lifeblood for centuries, it is the sky that has truly shaped its modern identity. The roar of a […]

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‘Joy of Living’ through Maldivian lens: Shifaz Hassan at JOALI Maldives

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When JOALI Maldives opened in 2018, it brought a new dimension to the country’s luxury tourism landscape by embedding art and storytelling into the guest experience. At the centre of this philosophy today is its General Manager, Shifaz Hassan, one of the few Maldivian leaders in the ultra-luxury sector, who carries both the responsibility of […]

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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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Mixologist to host Da Vinci Flavour Genius initiative in Maldives

A mixologist from Da Vinci will be visiting the Maldives from 2nd to 10th August to host a series of beverage concoctions demonstrations and impart training to F&B managers, mixologists and bar tenders currently working in Maldives’ resorts. The event will be hosted in association with Bestbuy Maldives (BBM). ‘Da Vinci – Gourmet Flavour Genius,’ […]

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BBM, Vismark elevates culinary experiences in Maldives resorts with product demonstrations

Singapore-based Vismark Food Industries Pte Ltd, a renowned leader in food supply solutions, recently embarked on a successful venture to enhance the culinary landscape of the Maldives. In partnership with Bestbuy Maldives (BBM), a distinguished provider of quality FMCG products in the Maldives, Vismark hosted a series of captivating product demonstrations for the culinary teams […]

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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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