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President Muizzu Announces Major Reforms and Infrastructure Development During Mathiveri Visit

North Ari Atoll, Maldives – December 8, 2024: President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu announced a series of key initiatives aimed at enhancing the welfare and development of island communities during his meeting with the residents of Mathiveri Island. One of the main requests from the Women’s Development Committees (WDC) was to convert their allowances into salaries […]

President Muizzu Meets Mathiveri Residents, Reaffirms Commitment to Addressing Key National Issues

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu met with the residents of Mathiveri Island in North Ari Atoll, reaffirming the government’s steadfast commitment to addressing public concerns and driving national progress. During the event, President Muizzu highlighted the significant challenges faced by the country and provided insight into his administration’s ongoing efforts to resolve these issues. Emphasizing the […]

Maldives Surpasses 2023 Tourist Arrival Record, Eyes 2 Million Visitors in 2024

The Maldives has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing last year’s total tourist arrivals, reinforcing the nation’s status as a top-tier global destination. The Ministry of Tourism, led by Minister Ibrahim Faisal, announced the achievement, reflecting the collective efforts of the tourism industry and unwavering support from international travelers. Minister Faisal expressed his pride and […]

President Dr. Muizzu Engages with Guesthouse Owners to Strengthen Maldives’ Tourism Sector

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu met with guesthouse owners on Rasdhoo Island in North Ari Atoll to address the challenges they face and discuss opportunities for enhancing the sector. During the meeting, guesthouse operators highlighted obstacles in managing their businesses and outlined the support needed from the Government to improve efficiency and drive growth. President Muizzu […]

Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa Welcomes Suziane Spencer as New Director of Sales

SHERATON MALDIVES, December 2024 – Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa is delighted to announce the appointment of Suziane Spencer as its new Director of Sales. Bringing a wealth of experience in hospitality sales, she has a multilingual background with fluency in five languages and a proven track record with some of the world’s […]

Sun Siyam Olhuveli Maldives appoints Maya Hamid as new Director of Spa and wellness

Male, Maldives, December 07th, 2024: Sun Siyam Olhuveli announces the appointment of Maya Hamid as the new Director of Spa and Wellness effective immediately. A seasoned professional in the industry, Maya returns to the Sun Siyam family in the Maldives, bringing her innovative approach and sharp attention to detail. Her expertise has driven successful spa […]

Maldives Welcomes China’s Visa-Free Travel Expansion for 63 Countries

China’s decision to offer visa-free travel to citizens of 63 countries, including the Maldives, is being lauded as a significant step to strengthen global connectivity and enhance international tourism. This new policy, effective December 2024, allows travelers from these nations to stay in China for up to 30 days without a visa. For the Maldives, […]

A New Year of Culinary Excellence at Coco Bodu Hithi

Coco Collection invites globally celebrated chefs to Coco Bodu Hithi Maldives, 29 November 2024 – Coco Collection, one of the highly recognised Maldivian-owned hospitality brands, is set to kick off 2025 by welcoming the globally celebrated Pâtissier, Chef Joanna Artieda, from 27 to 29 January, and Whole Hog BBQ’er, Chef Jord Althuizen, from 24 to […]