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Dr. Waheed urges global leaders to redefine tourism as a force for peace and regeneration
Special Envoy of the President and former President, Dr. Mohamed Waheed Hassan, has called on global leaders to redefine tourism as a transformative force for regeneration, inclusion, and peace. Delivering remarks at the Global Tourism Forum...

Transformative wellness awaits at One&Only Reethi Rah
One&Only Reethi Rah invites guests to continue their wellness journey at the renowned One&Only Spa, which has recently received a prestigious five-star rating from the Forbes Travel Guide — the first and only spa in the Maldives to earn this...

Bank of Maldives Expands ATM Network to All Inhabited Islands in Laamu Atoll
Bank of Maldives (BML) has inaugurated a new ATM service in Laamu Hithadhoo as part of its nationwide initiative, the “Mulhi Raajje ah BML ATM” program. The launch marks another major step in the Bank’s efforts to enhance financial accessibility...
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Liam Hemsworth and Fiancé Gabriella Brooks Strip Down on Maldives Beach Vacation By Colson Thayer
NEED TO KNOW Liam Hemsworth and his fiancé Gabriella Brooks just enjoyed a luxury island getaway in the Maldives, a celeb-favorite destination The actor, 35 and model, 29, who got engaged in September, posted photos of their recent trip to...

Liam Hemsworth, fiancé Gabriella share steamy glimpses from Maldives
Liam Hemsworth and Gabriella Brooks Liam Hemsworth and Gabriella Brooks are soaking up the sun, and their engagement, during a dreamy getaway to the Maldives. On October 18, The Hunger Games actor shared a carousel of photos from their tropical...

Maldives achieves Guinness record for most people snorkeling simultaneously
The Maldives has officially set a new Guinness World Record for the most people snorkeling simultaneously during the Baani Event held on 18 October 2025 in Baa Atoll. A total of 623 snorkelers participated in this landmark event, underscoring the...

Royal Island takes part in Guinness World Record snorkelling event
Royal Island participated in the Baani Event, which achieved a Guinness World Record for the largest number of people snorkelling simultaneously. Twenty-eight participants represented the resort at Villingilifaru Finolhu, located approximately two...

Lets Go Maldives wins Best Luxury Tour Operator title at Seven Stars Luxury Awards
Lets Go Maldives (LGM), the nation’s leading luxury destination management company, is proud to announce that it has once again been honored with the prestigious “Best Luxury Tour Operator 2025” award at the Seven Stars Luxury Hospitality and...

Antonioli Debuts Pop-up at Patina Maldives Resort
WINTER ESCAPE: Antonioli is making a resort push by unveiling a pop-up store in the Maldives, with a little modern fashion history lesson to boot. The Italian retailer — which boasts flagships in Milan, Lugano, Switzerland, and Ibiza, Spain — has...

Kerala workers in Maldives hit hard by new Dollar remittance limits
Daijiworld Media Network - Thiruvananthapuram Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 20: Thousands of Keralites working in the Maldives are reeling under severe financial stress after the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) slashed the monthly limit on dollar...

Yellow alert warning of rough seas in northern atolls
Maldives Meteorological Service (Met Office) has issued a yellow alert to northern atolls, warning of rough seas in the region. The yellow alert, in effect from 14:00pm to 18:00pm on Wednesday, has been issued from Haa Alifu Atoll to Baa Atoll....

W Maldives invites guests to ‘Make Waves, New Traditions’ this festive season
W Maldives is inviting guests to Make Waves, New Traditions this festive season, presenting a celebration that redefines the holidays with creativity, connection, and indulgence. From 23 December to 1 January, the resort will transform into a...

Maldives brand to be showcased at EPL in Dhivehi script
Visit Maldives Corporation has announced that it will be showcasing its branding at one of the world’s largest sporting stages, the English Premier League (EPL) match featuring Liverpool FC and Manchester United, in 10 languages including Dhivehi....

Why insurance matters more than ever: Dhivehi Insurance’s future-focused resilience at GM Forum 2025
At the 2025 Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) Forum, the team from Dhivehi Insurance took the stage to highlight a topic often overshadowed by more glamorous aspects of hospitality — the vital role of insurance in safeguarding businesses...

Maldives and Egypt Sign MoU to Strengthen Political Cooperation
The Maldives and Egypt have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen political consultation and deepen cooperation across key diplomatic and developmental areas. The agreement was signed during a high-level meeting between the...

Maldives sets Guinness World Record for most people snorkelling simultaneously
The Maldives has successfully set a new Guinness World Record for the most people snorkeling simultaneously during the Baani Event, held on 18 October 2025 in Baa Atoll. A total of 623 snorkelers took part in this landmark event, highlighting the...

Visit Maldives to Showcase the Destination in 10 Languages During Liverpool vs Manchester United Clash
Visit Maldives Corporation is thrilled to showcase the Maldives brand on one of the world’s largest sporting stages during the Liverpool FC vs Manchester United match, to be held at Anfield Stadium on 19 October 2025. The match will kick off at...

PICTURES: Donna Vekic hits the beach in colorful bikini, captures Belinda Bencic's attention with her Maldives photodump
Donna Vekic just dropped the latest photos from her Maldives getaway. She is enjoying quality time during her stay in JOALI BEING, days after losing against Belinda Bencic in the Wuhan Open's Round of 64. On Sunday, Vekic posted multiple photos of...
Maldives Sets New World Record as Hundreds Unite for Historic Snorkelling Event in Baa Atoll
The Maldives has earned a place in the Guinness World Records for hosting the largest group snorkelling event ever held, marking a remarkable celebration of the nation’s ocean heritage and commitment to marine sustainability. The record-breaking...

Maldives signs political dialogue MoU with Egypt
The governments of Maldives and Egypt signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on political dialogue on Saturday, as part of efforts to strengthen bilateral relations. The agreement was signed at the Egyptian Foreign Ministry in Cairo, with...