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Most trending destinations in the world – No, Maldives, Seychelles, or Dubai are not on the list: Report
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Financial Express
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Winter is coming! So are travel commitments, children’s winter vacations, and joyous New Year vibes. These events all call out to you to pack your bags, book that flight, and set your dreams in motion. Since travelling won’t go out of trend, some...
Owner: Goenka Family
Bank of Maldives Begins Approvals for Hiyaavehi Housing Projects
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Maldives Business Review
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Bank of Maldives (BML) has officially begun the approval process for housing projects under the government’s Hiyaavehi Financing Scheme, a program designed to make home construction more affordable for Maldivian families. The Hiyaavehi Scheme—a...
Owner: Non-transparent
Maldives showcased in Hungary’s 1000UT B2B networking event
Visit Maldives participated in a destination-focused B2B networking event with 1000UT, one of Hungary’s leading tour operators, on 30 September 2025 at the UP Hotel, Budapest. The half-day event provided a platform for Visit Maldives to engage...
Owner: Ibrahim Mahudhee
Bank of Maldives to deliver presentation on digital transformation in tourism at Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2025
Hotelier Maldives has announced that Afrah Ahmed, Director of Cards at Bank of Maldives (BML), will deliver a presentation titled “Digital Transformation in Maldives Tourism” at the upcoming General Managers (GM) Forum 2025. The ninth edition of...
Owner: Ibrahim Mahudhee
Dhivehi Insurance to present on emerging risks at Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2025
Hotelier Maldives, the leading hospitality media group in Maldives, has announced that Dhivehi Insurance, the Gold Sponsor of this year’s General Managers (GM) Forum, will deliver a presentation titled “Insurance Solutions for Emerging Risks in a...
Owner: Ibrahim Mahudhee
The Cocoon Collection introduces pioneering internship for aspiring Maldivian hoteliers
The Cocoon Collection has officially launched its first batch of the “Starter Program”, a pioneering internship initiative aimed at nurturing and empowering the next generation of Maldivian hospitality professionals. Leaders from The Cocoon...
Owner: Ibrahim Mahudhee
Milaidhoo Maldives recognised among world’s best in Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2025
Milaidhoo Maldives has been recognised as one of the world’s best resorts in the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2025, earning a place among the top global destinations. This international recognition reflects the resort’s...
Owner: Ibrahim Mahudhee
U.S. maintains travel advisory for Maldives, citing terrorism threat and emergency response concerns
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Raajje
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The United States has maintained its “Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution” travel advisory for the Maldives, citing the threat of terrorism and limited emergency response capacity, particularly in remote island destinations. The advisory, updated...
Owner: Ahmed Saleem
‘Sovereignty is not measured by a nation’s size’: Maldives President Muizzu on solidarity with Palestine
If more countries take resolute stances against Israel, ‘cumulative effect will become impossible to ignore,’ says Muizzu When powerful countries shield Israel from consequences, international mechanisms ‘are weakened, and justice is delayed,’...
US updates travel advisories for Maldives, Equatorial Guinea. Here's why
The US State Department just updated its travel advice for two popular travel destinations: the Maldives and Equatorial Guinea. The warning, issued on October 7, does not increase the level for either country higher on the risk scale. Both are...
Owner: Shobhana Bhartia
Business News | Jockey Unveils Next Gen Inno-Wear, Expanding Men's Innerwear Collection with a New Standard of Bonding Technology and Comfort
NewsVoir Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], October 9: Page Industries, the exclusive licensee of JOCKEY International Inc. (USA), today unveiled the launch of its latest Next Gen Inno-Wear expanding men's innerwear collection, made with advanced...
Owner: Aditya Pittie
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives celebrates second consecutive win in Readers’ Choice Awards 2025
Kuda Villingili Resort has announced that the leading five-star luxury resort in the Maldives has once again been recognized among the Top 10 Resorts in the Indian Ocean, securing the #7 ranking in the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler Readers’...
Owner: Ibrahim Mahudhee
What makes Megaworld a game-changer in Philippine tourism hospitality?
By Loreen Espejo As the Philippines sustains the momentum of its tourism resurgence, property giant Megaworld is helping enhance the country’s appeal as a top tourist destination, elevating hospitality and the overall guest experience to global...
Owner: Anthony Salim
Economic ministry restricts foreign investment in select sectors
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Maldives Voice
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The government has prohibited foreign ownership in several business sectors under newly implemented foreign investment regulations, marking a significant shift toward prioritizing Maldivian participation in key industries. The Ministry of Economic...
Owner: Mohamed Sauzam & Shafraz Ahmed Hussain
Business : APO Releases 2025 Productivity Databook, Adds Afghanistan, Maldives To Coverage
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The Asian Productivity Organization (APO) has released the 18th edition of its annual Productivity Databook, providing a comprehensive overview of productivity and economic growth trends across 33 Asian economies...
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Maldives restricts foreign investment in key sectors
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Sun Online International
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The Ministry of Economic Development and Trade has gazetted revised foreign investment entry requirements, significantly reshaping the landscape for foreign investors in the Maldives. The changes, published on Wednesday, are part of reforms under...
Owner: Ahmed Siyam
Proposal like no other: Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives launches ‘Love in the Lagoon’
Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives has introduced ‘Love in the Lagoon’, an exclusive underwater proposal experience that redefines romance in the Maldives. Designed to make life’s most significant moments truly unforgettable, the offering invites...
Owner: Ibrahim Mahudhee
Cinnamon Maldives launches GHA Double Nights offer for DISCOVERY members
Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts Maldives has announced an exclusive offer for members of its loyalty programme, Cinnamon DISCOVERY, part of the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA). From 1 October to 30 November 2025, members can accelerate their journey towards...
Owner: Ibrahim Mahudhee
Amyra Dastur shares sun-kissed moments from Maldives getaway; see pics
en Bollywood News Bollywood Hungama News Network https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/ Amyra Dastur shares sun-kissed moments from Maldives getaway; see pics Bollywood actress Amyra Dastur recently treated fans to a glimpse of her sun-soaked getaway...
Owner: Neeraj Roy
Bank of Maldives to Install ATMs in All Inhabited Islands by End of Month
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Maldives Business Review
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The Bank of Maldives (BML) has announced that ATM will be installed in all inhabited islands of the Maldives by the end of this month, marking a major step in the bank’s nationwide financial inclusion initiative. Speaking at the inauguration...
Owner: Non-transparent