MIC Group promotes Mohamed Nisham to Chief Financial Officer
Maldives Inflight Catering (MIC) Group has announced the promotion of Mohamed Nisham from Chief Financial Controller to Chief Financial Officer. Nisham joined MIC Group as Chief Financial Controller in February 2025, bringing extensive experience in financial leadership within the Maldivian hospitality industry. Since joining the Group, he has played an important role in strengthening financial […]
TTM Maldives 2026 begins in Malé with 250 international travel operators, agents
The Maldives is strengthening engagement with the global travel trade as the 10th edition of Travel Trade Maldives (TTM) 2026 begins today at Barceló Nasandhura Malé, bringing together tourism businesses and international travel professionals for two days of business meetings, networking and industry engagement. Marking a decade of TTM Maldives, this year’s edition brings together […]
Hulhule Island Hotel promotes Ibrahim Naeem to Cluster Executive Chef
Hulhule Island Hotel has announced the promotion of Ibrahim Naeem from Executive Chef to Cluster Executive Chef, recognising his culinary expertise, strong leadership and continued contribution to the organisation. In his expanded role, Ibrahim will provide strategic culinary leadership across Hulhule Island Hotel and other food and beverage outlets managed by the hotel. His portfolio […]
Sun Siyam Iru Fushi reimagines the Maldives honeymoon for modern couples
Today’s honeymooners are looking for more than candlelit dinners and flower-filled villas; they seek meaningful experiences and personalised adventures uniquely theirs. Sun Siyam Iru Fushi has quietly evolved its honeymoon approach to meet this new generation of luxury travellers, positioning the resort around the opportunity to create a completely individualised celebration. Here are 10 ways […]
Four Seasons Kuda Huraa expands wellness offering with ŪRJĀ Naturopathy Island
Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa has unveiled ŪRJĀ Naturopathy Island – the next evolution of holistic healing in the Maldives. Named after the Sanskrit word for vitality, ŪRJĀ is a wellness destination with a difference. Its programme balances naturopathic principles with scientific expertise, shifting the focus from surface-level relaxation to meaningful restoration. ŪRJĀ […]
MATI says proposed 40% forex conversion requirement ‘not viable’ for resorts
The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) has raised concerns over the government’s plan to require resorts to convert 40% of their total foreign currency sales through domestic banks, saying the proposed increase is not viable given the range of US dollar-denominated costs already borne by resort operators. In a statement issued on Monday, MATI […]
Keith Johnson appointed Cluster Director of Food and Beverage for Anantara’s South Malé Atoll resorts
Anantara Hotels & Resorts has appointed Keith Johnson as Cluster Director of Food and Beverage in the Maldives, overseeing F&B operations across Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort, Anantara Veli Maldives Resort and Naladhu Private Island Maldives. Johnson took up the position in August 2026, bringing more than a decade of experience in restaurant and hotel food […]
VARU by Atmosphere launches Kaagé progressive Maldivian cookbook
VARU by Atmosphere has unveiled the Kaagé Progressive Maldivian Cookbook, bringing the flavours and culinary heritage of the Maldives to life through an immersive new experience. As part of the island experience, guests can enjoy private cooking masterclasses, offering a hands-on connection to authentic local flavours and the opportunity to take home the beautiful cookbook […]
From recognition to responsibility: Ahmed Zahir on building Maldivian leadership at Angsana Velavaru
When Ali Shareef was named Procurement Personality of the Year at the Hotelier Maldives Awards 2026, the recognition reached beyond one employee and one department. It highlighted a function on which every part of an island resort depends, and it gave Angsana Velavaru a public example of the Maldivian career development that General Manager Ahmed […]
MATI to host AI transformation programme for tourism and hospitality industry
The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) is set to host the “AI Transformation Programme: For Hospitality and Tourism Leaders,” a practical, operator-led training initiative designed and facilitated by Dr Ayesha Khanna, CEO of Addo AI and Amplify. The programme is built to equip tourism and hospitality teams with practical AI frameworks that can be […]
Laamafaru Festival returns to Laamu Atoll with focus on ocean conservation
Six Senses Laamu and the Maldives Underwater Initiative (MUI) have announced the return of the Laamafaru Festival, taking place on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at Hamad Bin Khaleefa Al Thani School in L. Gan. After a three-year hiatus, the 7th edition of Laamu Atoll’s largest marine conservation event returns under the theme “Protecting Our Oceans […]
Bestbuy Maldives presents Honda Airblade to Hulhumalé Phase 2 lucky draw winner
Bestbuy Maldives (BBM) has presented a brand-new Honda Airblade motorbike to the winner of a lucky draw held to mark the opening of its newest wholesale outlet in Hulhumalé Phase 2. The outlet, located at Lot 20286 on Nirolhu Magu, opened on 16 February 2026 as part of BBM’s expansion of its wholesale operations. To […]
