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SHC Law & Tax to address FX, MMA approvals and TGST compliance at GM Forum 2026

SHC Law & Tax will deliver a presentation at the Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) Forum 2026, focusing on key regulatory and tax compliance issues affecting resort operators and other businesses in the hospitality sector. Titled “FX Conversion, MMA Approvals and Foreign Tour Operator TGST: Practical Compliance for Hospitality Sector,” the session will be delivered […]

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Atmosphere Core’s Shrikant Dash to deliver keynote on ‘Emotional Ownership’ at Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2026

Shrikant Dash, Deputy Managing Director – Corporate at Atmosphere Core, will deliver the keynote address at the Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) Forum 2026, focusing on how hospitality businesses can turn talent into a stronger and more enduring organisational asset. His keynote, titled “Emotional Ownership — Turning Talent into Your Strongest Asset,” will form part […]

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Dhivehi Insurance joins Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2026 as Insurance Partner

Hotelier Maldives has announced Dhivehi Insurance as the Insurance Partner of the Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) Forum 2026, marking the third year the company has partnered with the annual gathering of hospitality leaders. The 10th edition of the GM Forum will be held on 5 October at CROSSROADS Maldives under the theme “Resilience and […]

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SHC Law & Tax to address FX, MMA approvals and TGST compliance at GM Forum 2026

SHC Law & Tax will deliver a presentation at the Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) Forum 2026, focusing on key regulatory and tax compliance issues affecting resort operators and other businesses in the hospitality sector. Titled “FX Conversion, MMA Approvals and Foreign Tour Operator TGST: Practical Compliance for Hospitality Sector,” the session will be delivered […]

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Atmosphere Core’s Shrikant Dash to deliver keynote on ‘Emotional Ownership’ at Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2026

Shrikant Dash, Deputy Managing Director – Corporate at Atmosphere Core, will deliver the keynote address at the Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) Forum 2026, focusing on how hospitality businesses can turn talent into a stronger and more enduring organisational asset. His keynote, titled “Emotional Ownership — Turning Talent into Your Strongest Asset,” will form part […]

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Dhivehi Insurance joins Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2026 as Insurance Partner

Hotelier Maldives has announced Dhivehi Insurance as the Insurance Partner of the Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) Forum 2026, marking the third year the company has partnered with the annual gathering of hospitality leaders. The 10th edition of the GM Forum will be held on 5 October at CROSSROADS Maldives under the theme “Resilience and […]

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The Cocoon Collection celebrates World Tourism Day with focus on AI and sustainability

Cocoon Maldives, Joy Island and You & Me Maldives, the three Maldives resorts of The Cocoon Collection, marked World Tourism Day 2026 with full-day programmes inspired by this year’s global theme, “Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism.” Across the three islands, guests and team members explored how technology, artificial intelligence and sustainability can […]

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Seven sea turtle hatchlings begin their ocean journey at Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives

At Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives, seven sea turtle hatchlings recently emerged from the sand and made their way towards the Indian Ocean, their tiny flippers carrying them across the beach before disappearing into the blue. It was a fleeting moment, but one that offered a beautiful reminder that the beaches of the Maldives are more than […]

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Tourism safety is no accident, says ex-police commissioner Riyaz

The safety and security associated with the Maldives tourism industry is not the result of chance but of the daily work of professionals across the sector, former Police Commissioner and Gage Private Limited founder Abdulla Riyaz said on Tuesday. Riyaz made the remarks at the Safety and Security Conference Maldives 2026, which began at Barceló […]

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Maldives Safety and Security Conference 2026 begins with focus on tourism risks

The Maldives Safety and Security Conference 2026 began on Tuesday, bringing together tourism industry representatives, government agencies and security professionals to discuss risks facing the tourism sector and measures to address them. Organised by the Maldives Association of Fire and Safety Service Industry (MAFSSI), the two-day conference is being held at Barceló Nasandhura and will […]

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Gage named main partner of Safety and Security Conference Maldives 2026

Gage Private Limited has been named the main partner of the Safety and Security Conference Maldives 2026, which began on Tuesday. The conference is organised by the Maldives Association of Fire, Safety and Security Industry (MAFSSI), with support from Gage. Established on 21 July 2010, Gage provides safety and security services in the Maldives. Its […]

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One&Only Reethi Rah’s award-winning Ayaaz Mohamed on the foundations of F&B leadership

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Meet Sambe and Rilwan, the father-son duo sharing Maldivian culture at Anantara

For a country with such a tiny land footprint, the Maldives holds an impressively rich and diverse culture. Tourists may see flashes of it, but its true depth has always lived with the locals. Sambe and Rilwan, a father-and-son duo working at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort and Anantara Veli Maldives Resort as Cultural Insiders, have […]

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From daily operations to reef: Making marine conservation part of guest experience at OBLU SELECT Sangeli

At OBLU SELECT Sangeli, marine conservation connects two areas of resort life that are often discussed separately: the work taking place on the reef and the decisions made across daily operations. For Marine Biologist Giorgia Maggioni, that work involves coral nurseries, reef monitoring, data collection, partnerships and guest education through the Muraka Marine Conservation Centre. […]

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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 […]

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People at the centre: Iyufa Amir’s approach to HR at Madifushi Private Island

At the heart of every memorable island experience is a team that feels supported, valued and inspired. Madifushi Private Island is highlighting Iyufa Amir, Human Resources Manager, whose people-first approach and strategic expertise help shape the culture behind the resort’s guest experience. For Iyufa, hospitality has always been about people. Behind every villa, every thoughtful […]

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MGH Island Transport: Delivering reliable marine transportation solutions for Maldives hospitality sector

Behind every resort operation is a complex network of logistics that ensures the seamless movement of resources, equipment, and materials. As the hospitality industry continues to evolve, dependable marine transportation remains an essential component in supporting successful resort operations, developments, and expansions across the Maldives. With over two decades of experience, MGH Island Transport has […]

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FHA Maldives 2026 to mark public launch of brand-new Manhattan Grand Hotel

One month to go until the Maldives’ premier hospitality exhibition takes over the country’s newest luxury venue. The countdown has begun. With just one month remaining, Food & Hospitality Asia Maldives (FHAM) 2026 is set to return from 7–9 September 2026, bringing together the biggest names in hospitality, food service and tourism for the Maldives’ […]

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GAGE Technology: Smart, safe technology solutions for modern hospitality in Maldives

The expectations of modern hospitality continue to evolve. Beyond exceptional guest experiences, today’s resorts and hotels are expected to deliver the highest standards of safety, operational efficiency, and connectivity. Meeting those expectations increasingly depends on technology that works intelligently behind the scenes. From luxury island resorts to hotels and residential developments, operators are increasingly adopting […]

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Starkiss Food: From fertile lands of Türkiye to Maldives’ finest kitchens

Welcome to the meeting point of freshness, trust, and professionalism. Starkiss Food was established with the mission of delivering the highest quality fresh fruits and vegetables from the fertile lands of Turkiye to international markets. With a strong operational structure and deep-rooted industry experience since 1980, the company has successfully expanded its global presence, particularly […]

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

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

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

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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