Local diver Sendi receives International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame recognition
Veteran local diver Hussain ‘Sendi’ Rasheed has received the recognition for being inducted into the International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame (ISDHF). The commemorative plaque was handed over to...
View ArticleYou & Me by Cocoon Maldives appoints Ahmed Jihad-Jay as new General Manager
You & Me by Cocoon Maldives has appointed Ahmed Jihad-Jay as its new General Manager. Prior to joining the newly opened You & Me resort in September, Ahmed had been serving as the General...
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Banyan Tree Resorts Maldives celebrates people on brand’s 25th anniversary
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru and Angsana Ihuru has commemorated the brand’s 25th anniversary by celebrating its people. The 25th of September marked the 25th anniversary of Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts,...
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Baros Maldives hosts successful freedive world record attempt
On October 1, Baros Maldives worked in collaboration with the Maldivian tourism ministry to host Neyvaa, a Guinness World Record attempt for the largest number of free divers (523) to simultaneously...
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Tourism conference held at Crossroads Maldives
Crossroads Maldives has hosted the Maldives Tourism Conference 2019. This is the first official government function held at The Event Hall @ Crossroads Maldives since its opening on September 19. More...
View ArticleLets Go Maldives crowned Indian Ocean’s leading luxury tour operator
Local travel agency Lets Go Maldives has been crowned the leading luxury tour operator in Indian Ocean. At the 2019 Seven Stars Luxury Hospitality and Lifestyle Awards, Mohamed Riyaz, Managing...
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Sri Lanka’s John Keells opens fourth Maldives resort, Cinnamon Velifushi
Sri Lanka’s Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts has opened its fourth resort in Maldives, Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives. The resort was officially opened on October 1 by the Sri Lankan ambassador in the...
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Soneva unveils festive calendar with culinary, experiential stocking fillers
Soneva has unveiled its calendar of events and visiting experts, chefs, athletes and wellness practitioners for the upcoming festive season. Guests at Soneva Fushi and Soneva Jani in Maldives can...
View ArticleMaldives announces halal tourism push, to develop two Muslim-friendly resorts
Maldives has announced plans to develop facilities to tap into the halal tourism market, with at least two dedicated Islamic tourist facilities to be developed over the next three years. In its...
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Hotel Asia 2019 begins with over 155 exhibitors, 460 chefs
Hotel Asia Exhibition and International Culinary Challenge 2019 began on Monday, with over 155 exhibitors participating in the biggest annual food and hospitality event in Maldives. Organised by...
View ArticleFestive nature wonderland at Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort
Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa, Maldives is set to welcome an array of festivities inspired by its natural surroundings to create a unique celebratory backdrop beyond paradise. From ‘Rooted...
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Furaveri Maldives promises magical festive season in a natural wonderland
Would you like a warm and cozy Christmas, blanketed under the stars, as the ocean carols you dream-like songs of a magical world? This Christmas, let your fantasies come to life at Furaveri Maldives....
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Heritance Aarah becomes Maldives’ first LEED Gold-certified resort
Heritance Aarah has become the first property in Maldives to receive the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certification. LEED buildings save energy, water, resources, generate...
View ArticleCentara Hotels begins fifth resort development in Maldives
Leading Thai hospitality group Centara Hotels & Resorts on Tuesday kick-started the development of its fifth resort in Maldives. Centara on Tuesday contracted state-owned Maldives Transport and...
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Tropical festive celebrations at Hurawalhi Maldives
December falls within the Maldives’ high season, making the islands perfect for all those who wish to jet off to a place where the festive season is celebrated with a tropical twist. Hurawalhi...
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LUX* North Male Atoll recognised as one of Indian Ocean’s Top 30 Resorts
The world’s best hotels and destinations worth shouting about, according to the readers of Condé Nast Traveler US, has officially been announced. LUX* North Malé Atoll is recognised in the list of...
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Naladhu Private Island Maldives named Indian Ocean’s Best Resort for third...
Naladhu Private Island Maldives has been named the Best Resort in the Indian Ocean at the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2019. This marks the third consecutive win for the beautiful island...
View ArticleMATI, Gadheemee Collection concludes traditional stone carving course
Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) and Gadheemee Collection has concluded a course on traditional stone carving. The ‘Traditional Stone Carving Course’ was the first of its kind, which...
View ArticleAmilla Fushi appoints Jason Kruse as General Manager
The Small Maldives Island Co has announced the appointment of Jason Kruse as the General Manager of luxury island idyll, Amilla Fushi. Jason brings with him over 20 years’ experience in the...
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Manta Air welcomes first seaplane, to begin operations in Nov
Manta Air on Wednesday welcomed the first aircraft to its seaplane fleet, as the five-star experience in the skies of the Maldives prepares to begin seaplane operations in November. The DHC-6 Twin...
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