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MIC hosts forum on strengthening institutional food systems in Maldives

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Maldives Inflight Catering (MIC) successfully hosted the forum “Institutional Food Solutions for the Maldives” at the Ras Maalan Ballroom, Hulhulé Island Hotel, bringing together senior leaders, decision-makers, and industry experts to explore innovative approaches to strengthening institutional food systems across the Maldives. The forum focused on the critical role of food systems in supporting operational […]

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Raffaele Solferino named Maldives’ best hotel GM as Grand Park Kodhipparu wins three honours

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Raffaele Solferino, General Manager of Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives, has been named the Maldives’ Best Hotel General Manager at the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026, as the resort also secured recognition for its swimming pool and house reef. Solferino was ranked first in the Maldives’ Best Hotel General Manager category, while Grand […]

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Sheraton Maldives GM Greg Allan named among Maldives’ best resort general managers

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Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa has announced that its General Manager, Greg Allan, has been recognised as one of the Best Resort General Managers in the Maldives at the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia- Pacific 2026. Making the achievement even more remarkable, this marks the second consecutive year that Greg has received […]

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MIC hosts forum on strengthening institutional food systems in Maldives

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Maldives Inflight Catering (MIC) successfully hosted the forum “Institutional Food Solutions for the Maldives” at the Ras Maalan Ballroom, Hulhulé Island Hotel, bringing together senior leaders, decision-makers, and industry experts to explore innovative approaches to strengthening institutional food systems across the Maldives. The forum focused on the critical role of food systems in supporting operational […]

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Raffaele Solferino named Maldives’ best hotel GM as Grand Park Kodhipparu wins three honours

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Raffaele Solferino, General Manager of Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives, has been named the Maldives’ Best Hotel General Manager at the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026, as the resort also secured recognition for its swimming pool and house reef. Solferino was ranked first in the Maldives’ Best Hotel General Manager category, while Grand […]

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Sheraton Maldives GM Greg Allan named among Maldives’ best resort general managers

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Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa has announced that its General Manager, Greg Allan, has been recognised as one of the Best Resort General Managers in the Maldives at the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia- Pacific 2026. Making the achievement even more remarkable, this marks the second consecutive year that Greg has received […]

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JOALI Maldives recognised at Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia 2026

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JOALI Maldives has been recognised in two categories at the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia 2026, receiving honours among the Best Resorts in the Maldives and for the Most Outrageous Villa. The recognition reflects the resort’s Creative Living philosophy, which brings together art, nature, wellbeing, sustainability and hospitality within the guest experience. Located in […]

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Chef Grégoire Berger joins Lily Beach Resort & Spa for limited-edition dining experience

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Lily Beach Resort & Spa has announced a culinary collaboration with Chef Grégoire Berger, chef and co-owner of the Dubai restaurant Kraken. Known for progressive French cuisine influenced by the ocean, Berger has received a Michelin star in the Michelin Guide Dubai from 2022 to 2024. His restaurant has also been included among the World’s […]

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Visit Maldives partners with Gold Medal for UK marketing campaign

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Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has launched a joint marketing campaign with UK tour operator Gold Medal to strengthen the Maldives’ position as a luxury destination for British travellers. The campaign, which was signed on 29 May 2026, is currently running across the United Kingdom and will continue until 31 July 2026. Through the partnership, VMC […]

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Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives named one of the ‘Best Resorts for Families’ at Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards 2026

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Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives, an underwater-themed family focussed resort, has announced its recognition as one of the Best Resorts for Families at the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards 2026, reaffirming its position as a leading family-focused destination in the Maldives. Located in North Malé Atoll, just a short speedboat ride from Velana International Airport, the […]

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Centara’s Machchafushi Island Resort celebrated for having one of the Maldives’ best house reefs

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Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives by The Centara Collection has announced its recognition as one of the Best House Reefs at the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026, reaffirming its position as one of the Maldives’ most celebrated marine destinations. Set within the renowned waters of South Ari Atoll and in close […]

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From billing clerk to materials manager: Ali Shareef’s 25-year journey in procurement, learning at Angsana Velavaru

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Mohamed Hussain Shihab: Building HR leadership through people, succession and service

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When Mohamed Hussain Shihab first considered hospitality, it was not part of a long-set career plan. He was looking at colleges in Malaysia when he came across a hotel school. That encounter changed the direction of his studies, and later his career. “I didn’t plan on studying hospitality in the beginning,” Shihab says. “But while […]

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Mohamed Mausoom: Making of a Maldivian leader at Velaa Private Island

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At Velaa Private Island, Mohamed Mausoom’s appointment as General Manager is more than a promotion. It is the continuation of a journey that began long before titles, long before the resort established itself among the Maldives’ most exclusive addresses, and long before the industry began speaking about local leadership in ultra-luxury hospitality with the urgency […]

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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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TechEngExpo: Highlighting core of hospitality operations

The Maldives presents a unique operational challenge for the hospitality industry, where resorts are dispersed across remote atolls, making it vital for properties to function as a self-reliant system producing its own electricity, managing water supply, treating sewage, and sustaining uninterrupted digital connectivity. These are not value-adds; they are critical infrastructure requirements in a geography […]

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CHEC: Shaping Maldives’ hospitality landscape, one resort at a time

With world-class resort construction and reclamation as its core strength, China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC) is helping to redefine luxury tourism in the Maldives—project by project, island by island.The Maldives, a string of tropical atolls renowned for its turquoise waters and luxury resorts, has long captivated the world. Beneath the allure of its pristine beaches […]

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Spanish wine gala returns to COLOURS OF OBLU

The cult-favourite Martín Codax wine gala is back for a second sun-soaked run at COLOURS OF OBLU resorts and it is set to be even more delicious than before. The celebrations begin at OBLU NATURE Helengeli by SENTIDO on 31 August and 1 September, followed by OBLU SELECT Sangeli on 3 and 4 September. The […]

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The Coral Residences at Kandima Maldives: New era of luxury island living

In the heart of the Indian Ocean, where turquoise waters meet pristine white sands, a groundbreaking residential development is redefining luxury living in the Maldives. Pulse Hotels & Resorts, renowned for their innovative hospitality concepts, has unveiled The Coral Residences at Kandima Maldives—a first-of-its-kind integrated beachfront residential community that seamlessly blends the comforts of home […]

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BBM strengthens hospitality via Hotelier Maldives Awards, culinary development

Since 1990, Bestbuy Maldives (BBM) has been at the core of the Maldives’ hospitality supply chain. More than a distributor, BBM has become a trusted partner in shaping talent, raising standards, and building long-term capacity across the industry. That commitment continues in 2025 through its title sponsorship of the Hotelier Maldives Awards, and its growing […]

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BBM, IREKS partner to deliver gluten-free, vegan baking solutions in Maldives

Renowned Master Baker Steven Selvamuthu from IREKS is currently in the Maldives, leading a specialised baking demo tour focused on gluten-free and vegan baked goods. The initiative, organised by Bestbuy Maldives (BBM), is running from May 3rd to 15th and is covering over 10 leading resorts along with professional bakers in Malé. Through hands-on sessions […]

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BBM, Unilever launch Vaseline, Hellmann’s, BRU Coffee in Maldives

Bestbuy Maldives (BBM) extended their strong and decades old partnership with Unilever International, by adding to their brand portfolio – Vaseline, Hellmann’s, and BRU Coffee for the Maldivian market. The collaboration was announced at a Business gathering held at the Manhattan Business Hotel, attended by over 300 trade partners from across Maldives. With this partnership, […]

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Bayfancy Residence: Artistry of alternating balconies

At Bayfancy Residence, balconies are more than mere extensions of living spaces, but architectural masterpieces that harmonize indoor comfort with outdoor grandeur. Thoughtfully designed, these alternating balconies create a striking visual rhythm, offering residents a seamless interaction with nature while enhancing the building’s dynamic silhouette. The artistic interplay of geometry and nature defines this structural […]

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Fighter’s retreat: Piotr Szeliga’s memorable escape to Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa Maldives

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Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa Maldives recently hosted Piotr Szeliga, widely recognised in Poland as Szeli, a renowned MMA fighter, former hockey player, and bodybuilder. Stepping away from the ring, Szeliga embraced the resort’s serenity, luxury, and warm hospitality, creating cherished memories to begin the New Year. A highlight of his visit was a romantic candlelit dinner […]

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Reethi Beach Resort appoints Aishath Hamid as new Director of Sales and Marketing

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Reethi Beach Resort has announced the appointment of Aishath Hamid as the new Director of Sales and Marketing. With over 18 years of experience in the hospitality and tourism industry, Aishath brings a proven track record of driving growth, fostering innovation, and enhancing brand visibility across diverse markets. Her career includes leadership roles in renowned […]

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Villa Resorts partners with Virgin Atlantic to unveil Villa Haven

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Villa Resorts has launched a global campaign through Virgin Atlantic’s inflight entertainment system, introducing travellers on all routes to Villa Haven, its newest luxury flagship property located in the Maldives. Virgin Atlantic, renowned for its exceptional service and modern fleet, connects passengers to over 30 destinations across North America, the Caribbean, Africa, Asia, and the […]

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