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31 January 2026

Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives Welcomes Ruchira Alawatte as Director of Engineering

Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives, proudly highlights Mr. Ruchira Alawatte as its Director of Engineering, bringing with him a distinguished career defined by technical excellence, strategic leadership, and multi-regional operational expertise. With over a decade of experience spanning engineering operations, pre-openings, asset management, and large-scale project execution, Ruchira plays a pivotal role in safeguarding […]

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31 January 2026

“Rising from the ashes” Lunar Beats Festival This February at Oaga Art Resort

This February, Oaga Art Resort unveils Lunar Beats Festival, a week-long celebration of rhythm, light, movement, and fire. Taking place from 13 to 20 February 2026, the festival weaves together three powerful moments in Oaga’s cultural calendar: The Concert (Maahefun Edition), Valentine’s Day, and Lunar New Year, into a single, sensory rich story of connection, […]

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30 January 2026

Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives Joins the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) Portfolio

Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives is delighted to announce its official partnership with Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands. This exciting milestone marks a new chapter for the five-star private island resort as it enhances its global visibility and connects with a wider community of discerning travellers seeking authentic, meaningful […]

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28 January 2026

DhiraaguPay Announces the Winner of MVR 50,000 Promotion

Dhiraagu Fintech has announced Mohamed Ibrahim as the winner of their MVR 50,000 promotion, marking the successful conclusion of the promotion designed to encourage the adoption of convenient digital payments in the Maldives. The promotion was open to both newly registered and existing DhiraaguPay users, who were automatically entered into a lucky draw upon registration. […]

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27 January 2026

A New Wave of Luxury: Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Reveals the First of Its Reimagined Water Villas

A sublime expression of thoughtful contemporary design and natural elements, elevated for premium Maldivian island living Sun Siyam Iru Fushi has unveiled the first phase of its resortwide design transformation, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of the property under Sun Siyam’s newly launched Luxury Collection. The five-star resort introduces a reimagined portfolio of […]

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25 January 2026

Visit Maldives Showcases Destination at Travel & Adventure Show New York 2026

Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC), in collaboration with the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Maldives to the United Nations in New York (PMNY), is showcasing the Maldives at the Travel & Adventure Show – New York, taking place on 24–25 January 2026 at the Javits Center. Recognised as one of the most influential travel forums […]

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23 January 2026

Sun Siyam Recognises First Apprenticeship Graduates at Siyam World Maldives

In collaboration with the Ministry of Higher Education Maldives through the SAILS Project of Sun Siyam Sun Siyam has marked a significant milestone in its commitment to youth development and skills training with the graduation ceremony of the first cohort of the Sun Siyam Apprenticeship Programme, held at Siyam World Maldives.The ceremony celebrated the successful […]

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23 January 2026

Sun Siyam Group Announces the Promotion of Deepak Booneady to Group Chief Executive Officer

Sun Siyam Group, one of the Indian Ocean’s leading privately owned hospitality groups, announced the promotion of Deepak Booneady as Group Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 January 2026. This appointment marks a defining moment in the continued evolution of Sun Siyam Group, reinforcing its commitment to long term growth, brand elevation, and purpose driven leadership […]

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23 January 2026

Redefining Culinary Excellence: Taj Exotica Maldives Appoints Luke Borg as Culinary Director

Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives, is proud to spotlight Luke Borg as its Culinary Director, bringing with him a globally distinguished career spanning the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, the Maldives, Southeast Asia, and Africa. With an exceptional background across some of the world’s most respected luxury hospitality brands, Luke leads culinary and food […]

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23 January 2026

Curated Moments for Two: Sunrise to Sunset Experiences at Sun Siyam Vilu Reef

Sun Siyam Vilu Reef, romance is woven into the rhythm of the island itself, unfolding gently from the first blush of sunrise to the soft glow of moonlight. This Valentine’s season, the boutique Maldivian hideaway invites couples to rediscover connection through a collection of immersive experiences crafted exclusively for lovers. Whether beginning the day with […]