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Beyond Overwater: How Floating Villas & Ocean Architecture Could Redefine Maldives Tourism

Pull Quote: “The next icons of Maldivian luxury might not stand on stilts,  they might float.” Introduction: From Overwater to Over-Next For decades, the Maldives has been the global benchmark for overwater villas, elegant wooden structures perched on stilts above turquoise lagoons. Their image has shaped the world’s perception of island luxury. But while other destinations […]

Dhiraagu Awards Prizes to the Winners of Dhiraagu Maldives Road Race 2025

Dhiraagu has awarded prizes to the winners of Dhiraagu Maldives Road Race (DMRR) 2025 at a special ceremony held on 13 November 2025. This year’s DMRR awarded a total prize pool of MVR 256,000 to its winners. Champions of the DMRR 21.1K category were awarded MVR 25,000 as a cash prize with MVR 15,000 for […]

Fiyavalhu Resort Maldives Wins Two Prestigious Titles at the 2025 World Luxury Awards

Where Culture, Family, and Luxury Converge in an Award-Winning Maldivian Escape Fiyavalhu Resort Maldives, an exclusive island sanctuary embodying the essence of Maldivian elegance, proudly celebrates their double triumph and has been honored at the global stage at the 2025 World Luxury Awards, earning the title “World Luxury Cultural Resort” and the “World Luxury Family […]

Sun Siyam Announces Key Appointments and Promotions Across Its Portfolio

Sun Siyam has announced a series of strategic appointments and promotions across its properties and global markets, reflecting the group’s continued commitment to recognising talent, developing leadership from within, and driving its commercial growth strategy worldwide. Silvia Collepardi has been appointed as Sales Representative for Spain, Portugal, and The Nordics, marking a significant milestone in […]

Sun Siyam Iru Veli General Manager Masdhooq Saeed Honoured as Best General Manager – Hospitality in

Sun Siyam Iru Veli proudly celebrates the achievement of its General Manager, Masdhooq Saeed, who has been awarded Best General Manager – Hospitality in Maldives at the World GM Awards 2025. This recognition is especially significant as he becomes the first Maldivian to receive this prestigious title, marking a milestone moment for both the resort […]

Anantara Kihavah Welcomes Three Renowned Wellness Practitioners for a Transformative Season of Holistic Healing

Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas invites guests to embark on a deeply holistic journey guided by three distinguished wellness practitioners, each a master in the art of healing. Drawing from centuries-old wisdom and contemporary science, these experts bring a wealth of knowledge to the resort’s overwater spa sanctuary, offering therapies that harmonise body, mind and spirit […]

Fulidhoo: The Undiscovered Jewel of Vaavu Atoll

Fulidhoo, a small, serene local island in the Vaavu Atoll, offers a quintessential Maldivian experience without the exorbitant price tag of a private resort. Measuring just 700 meters by 200 meters, this tiny island is a perfect escape for travelers seeking natural beauty, genuine local culture, and incredible marine life. Unmatched Natural Beauty and Marine […]

Dhiraagu Inaugurates their Third Data Centre, in N. Velidhoo

Dhiraagu has inaugurated their third data centre, the first located in the atolls, in N. Velidhoo, marking milestone in the company’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the nation’s digital infrastructure and expand access to technological solutions across the Maldives. The inauguration ceremony took place on 11 November 2025, in N. Velidhoo, and was jointly officiated by […]