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Atmosphere Core Unveils Its Fourth Brand, One Atmosphere

Atmosphere Core Unveils Its Fourth Brand, One Atmosphere

Leading hospitality company, Atmosphere Core has announced the launch of its fourth brand, ONE Atmosphere, marking its strategic entry into the extended-stay segment.

December 9, 2025
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa Promotes Russel Suarez to Front Office Manager

Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa Promotes Russel Suarez to Front Office Manager

Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa announces the promotion of Russel Suarez to Front Office Manager, a milestone that celebrates her remarkable journey in hospitality and her dedication to service excellence

December 9, 2025
HARIM Announced as Platinum Sponsor for MNACI Builder Awards 2025

HARIM Announced as Platinum Sponsor for MNACI Builder Awards 2025

The Maldives National Association of Construction Industry (MNACI) has officially named Hotels & Resorts Investments Maldives (HARIM) as the Platinum Sponsor for the upcoming MNACI Builder Awards 2025.

December 9, 2025
Rediscover Balance and Serenity at Angsana Velavaru

Rediscover Balance and Serenity at Angsana Velavaru

Surrounded by the crystal-clear waters of South Nilandhe Atoll, Angsana Velavaru invites guests to embark on a holistic journey of renewal that nurtures both body and mind.

December 8, 2025
Noku Maldives Announces Sea Turtle Conservation Programme with Atoll Marine Conservation Centre

Noku Maldives Announces Sea Turtle Conservation Programme with Atoll Marine Conservation Centre

Noku Maldives, Vignette Collection is pleased to announce the launch of a dedicated Sea Turtle Conservation Programme, created in collaboration with the Atoll Marine Conservation Centre (AMCC).

December 8, 2025
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort Launches 'Blue Mind Escapes' Package

InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort Launches 'Blue Mind Escapes' Package

Surrounded by the crystal-clear waters of the Raa Atoll, InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort introduces its experiential interpretation of Blue Mind Theory with a new, tailored package.

December 8, 2025
Maldives Wins World’s Leading Destination for the Sixth Consecutive Year

Maldives Wins World’s Leading Destination for the Sixth Consecutive Year

The Maldives has once again secured its position as a global tourism leader after being named World’s Leading Destination 2025 for the sixth consecutive year and World’s Leading Green Destination 2025 for the second consecutive year at the World Travel Awards

December 7, 2025
Maldivian Strengthens Connectivity Through Partnership with Air India

Maldivian Strengthens Connectivity Through Partnership with Air India

Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, and Air India, India’s leading global airline, have entered into a bilateral agreement aimed at enhancing connectivity between the two countries and improving passenger movement across regional and domestic networks.

December 7, 2025
Atmosphere Core Elevates Mr. Jose to Assistant Vice President International Sales

Atmosphere Core Elevates Mr. Jose to Assistant Vice President International Sales

Atmosphere Core announces the promotion of Mr. Jose Gregorio Manzo to Assistant Vice President, International Sales. In his new role, Jose will spearhead the company’s international sales strategy, strengthen global partnerships,

December 7, 2025

Frankly Speaking

Industry voices on this month's key question

This Month's Question

With Maldives tourism expected to exceed 2.3 million visitors this year, is the country’s infrastructure, service quality, and workforce prepared for sustained growth? What strengths stand out, and where are the key pressure points or concerns?

With Maldives tourism expected to exceed 2.3 million visitors this year, is the country’s infrastructure, service quality, and workforce prepared for sustained growth? What strengths stand out, and where are the key pressure points or concerns?

Quick Takes

  • Ahmed Zubair Adam

    Frankly speaking, our imported skilled labour, infrastructure and bed capacity need is not 2.3 million but 3.2 million tourists per year so that we do not…

  • Abdul Latheef

    Tourism growth in the Maldives must be assessed not only by visitor numbers, but by its fairness and long-term legitimacy. The country has the capacity to…

  • Ibrahim Nizam

    The Maldives is on the right path as we welcome 2 million guests and exceed our arrival target of 2.3 million this year. Our demand growth remains steady…

Frankly speaking, our imported skilled labour, infrastructure and bed capacity need is not 2.3 million but 3.2 million tourists per year so that we do not close during low season.

Bon Appetit

Lavender Chocolate Harmony

Chef's Signature Dish

Lavender Chocolate Harmony

When I was a child, I loved eating Dairy Milk chocolate. The taste stayed with me, and I thought I could create something even better by adding some extra ingredients. I infused the chocolate with lavender crème brûlée and sesame seeds and paired it with raspberry sorbet. The result is a smooth, decadent chocolate experience. To balance the richness, you get the aroma of lavender from the crème brûlée and the light, tart taste of the raspberry sorbet.

Prep: 1hrCook: 1hrServes: 1
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