Akbar Al Baker Resigns as Qatar Airways CEO After 26 Years

Akbar Al Baker is resigning as chief executive of Qatar Airways, marking a sudden end to one of the longest managerial reigns in the world of aviation. Al Baker, who has led the airline since 1997, will step down on Nov. 5. The move was unexpected, and no reason was given by Qatar Airways for […]

MMPRC Showcases Maldives at IFTM Top Resa 2023

Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives) has promoted the breathtaking Sunny Side of Life in Paris, France, at IFTM Top Resa 2023. IFTM Top Resa 2023, one of the top tourism events with over 30,000 visitors, is a multi-purpose trade show covering all travel segments such as business, leisure, & MICE. The […]

IASL Turns Profitable After 5-Year Gap

he Privatisation and Corporatisation Board (PCB) has disclosed that Island Aviation Services Limited (IASL) achieved an operating profit of USD2.7 million, marking its first profitable quarter in the last five years. The revelation was part of the PCB’s Quarterly Review report for Q1 2023, encompassing the financial performance of 30 state-owned enterprises. According to the […]

Gov’t allows integrated resorts on inhabited islands

Ministry of Tourism has stated that it is now permissible to establish integrated tourist resorts on inhabited islands. As outlined in the regulations for Integrated Tourist Resort Development published in the Government Gazette by the tourism ministry, integrated tourist resorts situated in inhabited islands have the authority to create separate tourist resorts, hotels, and other […]

BeOnd unveils direct flights to Maldives

The world’s first premium leisure airline, BeOnd, has launched flight operations to the Maldives. The Maldives-based SIMDI Company Private Limited and the United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based investment firm Arabesque partnered to launch the world’s first luxury airline for leisure travel, BeOnd. The inaugural flight arrived in the Maldives and was welcomed at a special ceremony […]

Le Méridien Maldives Resort promotes Mohamed Shiham to Director of Sales post

Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa has announced the promotion of Mohamed Shiham from Sales Manager to Director of Sales. In his new role, Shiham will continue to lead the sales team and play a pivotal role in further enhancing the resort’s presence in the competitive market. Shiham joined Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa […]

Where to travel in 2023: The best destinations to visit

nice beach at Lohi

Is Coffee Good for You?

We’ve come a long way from the cans of Folgers that filled our grandparents’ cupboards, with our oat milk lattes, cold brews and Frappuccinos. Some of us are still very utilitarian about the drink while others perform elaborate rituals. The fourth most popular beverage in the country, coffee is steeped into our culture. Just the right amount […]