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Nova Maldives announces festive 2025–26 programme focused on culture and connection
TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific
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August 5, 2025
Nova Maldives’ 2025–26 festive season programme combines cultural dining, marine activities, and wellness experiences from 21 December to 7 January. Nova Maldives has announced its festive season offering for 2025–2026 under the theme Maldivian...
India-Maldives Reset spells a strategic depth in the Indian Ocean
Indian Newslink
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August 5, 2025
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Maldivian President Dr Mohamed Muizzu in Male on July 25, 2025 (PMO Photo) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to the Maldives marked a significant recalibration in India–Maldives relations....
Maldives introduces new tourism advertising regulations
Hotelier Maldives
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August 5, 2025
The Ministry of Tourism has introduced new regulations for advertising tourist facilities in the Maldives. These rules are designed to ensure that all promotional materials give an accurate picture of what visitors can expect, helping to build...
Maldives Autism Association awarded 2025 Hard Rock Heals Foundation Grant
Hotelier Maldives
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August 6, 2025
Hard Rock Hotel Maldives has announced that the Maldives Autism Association has been selected as a recipient of the 2025 Hard Rock Heals Foundation Grant. The association has been awarded a grant of $5,000 to support its mission of fostering a...
Ooredoo Maldives Wins Bronze Stevie® Award for Employer of the Year 2025 at Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards
Miadhu Daily
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Ooredoo Maldives is proud to announce that it has been honored with a Bronze Stevie® Award for Employer of the Year – Telecommunications at the prestigious 2025 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, a recognition of the company’s commitment to creating a...
Visit Maldives expands local ambassadorship with Mohamed Naushad
Hotelier Maldives
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August 5, 2025
Visit Maldives Corporation has announced the appointment of Mohamed Naushad as its latest Local Ambassador, as part of its ongoing Local Ambassadorship Programme. This strategic initiative is designed to promote the Maldives as a diverse and...
SO/ Maldives appoints Adi as Director of Revenue, Mobeen as Director of Lifestyle
Hotelier Maldives
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August 5, 2025
SO/ Maldives has announced the appointment of Adi Karang as Director of Revenue & Distribution and Mobeen Akhalwaya as Director of Lifestyle, further strengthening the resort’s leadership team with a wealth of international experience and...
Amilla Maldives welcomes world-class wellness practitioners for 2025 seasonal residencies
Hotelier Maldives
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August 5, 2025
Amilla Maldives has announced the arrival of two esteemed Visiting Practitioners—Shyam from the Himalayas and Kattia Mendoza from Ecuador—who will offer distinctive wellness experiences across consecutive seasons in 2025. From 8 August to 20...
Cora Cora Maldives secures dominant win to reach Tekkers Resort Cup Final
Hotelier Maldives
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August 5, 2025
The Tekkers Dhiraagu Resort Cup 2025 Raa Zone reached a thrilling juncture as Cora Cora Maldives delivered a commanding 6–1 victory over Ifuru Island Maldives in the semi-final held at Freedom Arena, Cora Cora Maldives. With this decisive win,...
The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort redefines luxury with seasonal getaway
Hotelier Maldives
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August 6, 2025
This season, The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort extends an invitation to discerning travellers to experience its exclusive Island Journey offer—an elegant escape curated for those who appreciate effortless luxury from the moment of arrival....
PM Modi Visits the Maldives: Time to Reset the Clock
JAPAN Forward
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August 5, 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Maldives on July 25-26. His trip came against the backdrop of tense ties between the two neighboring countries dating to the not-too-distant past. Though the initial salvo fired by the Maldivian president...
Maldives Monthly Inflation Falls Below 4% – Food and Dining Costs Still Rising
Maldives Business Review
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Inflation in the Maldives fell to 3.8 percent in June 2025, down from 4.6 percent in May, according to the latest Economic Update published by the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA). While the overall decline suggests a cooling in price growth,...
Ocean Advocacy in action via collaboration between Nova Maldives and PADI
Australian Leisure
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Ocean advocacy was recently achieved via a week-long collaboration in July between PADI (the Professional Association of Diving Instructors) and luxury island resort Nova Maldives. Activation included underwater exploration during Ocean Adventure...
Maldives tourism surges in 2025 with 1.29 million arrivals by July and strong off-season momentum
TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific
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August 3, 2025
The Maldives welcomed 1.29 million tourists by July 2025, marking a 9.5% increase year-on-year, with strong off-season growth. The Maldives continues to solidify its position as one of the world’s most resilient and attractive tourism...
Festive journey through time: Kandima Maldives blends music, nostalgia and island energy
Hotelier Maldives
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August 4, 2025
This festive season, Kandima Maldives invites guests to embrace a celebration that breaks away from convention with ‘Rhythms of the Eras – A Festive Journey Through Time.’ This island-wide event, running from 21 December 2025 to 7 January 2026,...
Château d’Estoublon named LGCT London 2025 wine partner
The Drinks Business
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August 6, 2025
The Provencal producer’s wines will be served up at the equestrian competition, set to take place at Royal Hospital Chelsea from 8th to 10th August. Once again, Château d’Estoublon is set to sponsor the Longines Global Champions Tour London (LGCT)...
Marriott International in Maldives Launches First-Ever India Roadshow to Boost Trade and Media Ties
The islandchief
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Marriott International in the Maldives has concluded a multi-city showcase in India, held across Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore, as part of its ongoing efforts to promote the Maldives as a preferred premier destination and showcase the immersive...
Patina Maldives, Fari Islands appoints Beñat Alonso as Director of Culinary
Hotelier Maldives
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August 4, 2025
Patina Maldives, Fari Islands, has announced the appointment of Beñat Alonso as Director of Culinary. With more than 20 years of international culinary experience, including leadership roles at Michelin-starred restaurants and globally renowned...
GAGE Maldives marks 15 years of service with launch of new brand identity
Hotelier Maldives
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August 4, 2025
GAGE Maldives has marked its 15th anniversary since its establishment on 21 July 2010. The company held a ceremony to commemorate the occasion at Barcelona Nasandhura Male on Sunday. Founded by former Police Commissioner Abdulla Riyaz, GAGE...
Dhiraagu Maldives Gaming Conquest 2025 unites over 1,500 players nationwide
Hotelier Maldives
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August 4, 2025
The Dhiraagu Maldives Gaming Conquest (DMGC), the largest gaming event ever held in the country, has made history by uniting over 1,500 registered players from across the Maldives, including participants from a wide range of atolls and islands....