Road Safety: A Maldivian man was hospitalised after being hit by a motorcycle while crossing a zebra pedestrian crossing in Hulhumalé Phase II; police say the rider lost control and an investigation is underway. Wellness & Luxury Positioning: Grand Park Kodhipparu marks its ninth anniversary by pushing summer as the Maldives’ “best-kept secret,” citing calmer stays, stronger marine life and more meaningful family time, and launching its Summer Lagoon Living campaign. Sustainability at Resorts: Sun Siyam Iru Veli kicks off a coral planting initiative for World Environment Day, inviting guests to help restore the reef through its Adopt a Coral programme. Global Wellness Day Retreats: Coco Collection unveils a two-island wellness escape across Coco Bodu Hithi and Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu (13–21 June) with restorative sessions for Global Wellness Day and International Yoga Day. Brand Philosophy Update: Soneva evolves “Barefoot Luxury” into “Bare Luxury,” aiming for a quieter, more human kind of luxury focused on what matters most. Marine Conservation Milestone: Anantara Maldives’ Dr Oriana Migliaccio oversees the 10,000th baby coral planting, highlighting hands-on reef restoration tied to guest experiences. New Property Launch: MGallery Collection opens V Villas Maldives at Mirihi in South Ari Atoll, adding an all-villa retreat with new overwater pool villas. Awards Spotlight: Huvafen Fushi earns a rare Condé Nast Traveller Triple Crown honour, reinforcing its status among top luxury stays in the Maldives. Tourism Skills Pipeline: Marriott International Maldives graduates 40 apprentices from its 2026 programme, continuing its push to build local hospitality talent.