Atmosphere Foundation launches second batch of ‘Zero to Divemaster’ scholarship
Atmosphere Foundation on Saturday officially launched the second batch of its “Zero to Divemaster” Scholarship Programme with an inauguration ceremony held in Vilimale’. The new group of students officially began their training on Saturday. Delivered in partnership with Moodhu Bulhaa Dive Centre, the Zero to Divemaster Scholarship Programme is a three-month professional training programme that […]
Mohamed Idhaadh leads technology operations at Madifushi Private Island
Madifushi Private Island has recognised the contribution of its IT Manager, Mohamed Idhaadh, whose experience in information technology continues to support the resort’s digital infrastructure and daily operations. Idhaadh joined Madifushi Private Island in January 2025, bringing more than 14 years of experience in the Maldivian hospitality industry. During his career, he has held technology […]
Atmosphere Foundation’s first dive scholarship cohort completes PADI Divemaster training
Atmosphere Foundation has marked the completion of the first batch of its Dive Scholarship Programme, with 10 young Maldivians completing the pathway from beginner divers to PADI Divemasters. The students completed the programme on 7 July 2026. The fully sponsored “Zero to Divemaster” initiative was delivered in partnership with Moodhu Bulhaa Dive Centre and led […]
Villa College, Universal Foundation mark Discover Hospitality graduation and launch new batches
Villa College and Universal Foundation have marked a new milestone in the Discover Hospitality programme, celebrating the graduation of its latest hospitality and culinary arts students while formally launching new batches under the initiative aimed at preparing Maldivian youth for careers in tourism. The ceremony, held at the Islamic Centre hall on Wednesday, was attended […]
Kandima Maldives launches Summer Kamp 2026 with art, sport and island adventures
Running from June through September under the banner Play, Create, Move, Kandima Maldives’ Summer Kamp 2026 is transforming the resort into a playground of art, sport and active lifestyle experiences, weaving together a landmark biodiversity exhibition, football fever inspired by the world’s biggest tournament, and a summer’s worth of island dining moments. Match-Days in Paradise […]
JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa wins three honours at Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards 2026
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 […]
JOALI Maldives ranked no. 2 resort in Asia, no. 3 hotel in the world
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 […]
First Maldivian dive instructors complete TDI Technical Diving training
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 […]
Rare green turtle returns five times to nest at Niva Kuramathi
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, […]
Atmosphere Foundation donates industrial kitchen equipment to MNU
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 […]
Maldives-based Atmosphere Core to open heritage property in Italy on 16 July
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 […]
The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort appoints Harish Gopalakrishnan as General Manager
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 […]
