The Arrival

Dhiraagu’s First Speedboat Lucky Winner to be Announced this Friday

Dhiraagu has announced that the first speedboat lucky draw under its ‘Enrol & WIN 2 Speedboats’ campaign will take place this Friday, 16 January at Central Park, Hulhumalé from 4:00 p.m. onwards. While the first speedboat lucky draw of the promotion is taking place, customers will continue to have the opportunity to enter the campaign […]

Where Indulgence Meets Wellness: Alberto Burgio Joins The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort as Executive Chef

Acclaimed culinary leader brings over 10 years of hospitality experience to oversee resort’s diverse dining portfolio The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort is pleased to announce the appointment of Alberto Burgio as Executive Chef. With over a decade of progressive experience in luxury hotels, fine dining, and high-volume restaurant operations across the UAE, UK, and Italy, […]

Sun Siyam Olhuveli Closes 2025 with Purpose-Driven Sustainability Initiatives

As the year draws to a close, Sun Siyam Olhuveli marked the transition into the New Year with a series of meaningful sustainability experiences that reflect the resort’s lifestyle philosophy, where effortless island living, community connection, and environmental care naturally coexist. On 31st December 2025, guests and team members came together at Milano Beach on […]

Dhiraagu Introduces Special Offers to Welcome 2026

Dhiraagu has announced exciting special offers to welcome the New Year 2026, bringing enhanced value and added benefits to customers during the festive season. The newly introduced offers include: FlexiHour: FlexiHour offers data add-ons designed for customers who need instant, high-value data access for short durations. Starting from just MVR 10, prepaid customers can enjoy […]

Maldives Finder 2026 Launched as a Global, Multi-Language Tourism & Trade Platform Supporting Sustainable Growth

The Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) has officially announced the release of Maldives Finder 2026, the Maldives’ leading travel and tourism publication designed to strengthen global market access, trade engagement, and sustainable destination promotion. The launch was officiated by [Name to be inserted], together with the Managing Director of SME Digital […]

Dhiraagu and Women in Tech Maldives’ Girls to Code Male’ Edition – Empowers the Next Generation of Women in the Digital World

Dhiraagu, in partnership with Women in Tech Maldives, have successfully concluded the Girls to Code – Malé Edition. The programme series is a flagship initiative across the Maldives, designed to equip young women with no prior experience with fundamental coding skills, supporting their entry into the technology industry. 17 girls successfully completed the Girls to […]

AlShali Marine Maldives General Manager Appointed as NBAM President for 2025–2027 Term

Mr. Ismail Shareef, the General Manager of AlShali Marine Maldives, has been appointed as the President of the National Boating Association of Maldives (NBAM) for the 2025–2027 term. The appointment was welcomed by industry stakeholders, with the Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) extending its congratulations to Mr. Shareef and the newly […]

Maldives wins World’s Leading Destination for the sixth consecutive year and World’s Leading Green Destination for the second year at World Travel Awards 2025

The Maldives has once again secured its position as a global tourism leader after being named World’s Leading Destination 2025 for the sixth consecutive year and World’s Leading Green Destination 2025 for the second consecutive year at the World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony, held at Exhibition World Bahrain. The World Travel Awards, established […]

Sun Siyam Vilu Reef Showcases the Soul of Maldivian Cuisine Through Its Signature “Kandu Kukulhu” Cooking Experience

Sun Siyam Vilu Reef, Maldivian cuisine is honoured not merely as food but as a reflection of island heritage and identity. One of its most meaningful traditions is the preparation of Kandu Kukulhu, the Maldives’ iconic rolled tuna curry. Rooted in local custom and shared across generations, this dish has become the heart of Vilu […]

NHGAM Concludes Successful Three-City Roadshow Promoting Maldives in Central & Eastern Europe

The National Hotels and Guesthouse Association of Maldives (NHGAM), in collaboration with Visit Maldives and the Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO), has successfully concluded the I AM Maldives roadshow across three Central and Eastern European cities; Warsaw, Bucharest, and Prague from November 17-21, 2025. The roadshow brought together 26 participating properties […]