A digest of news and opinion from the Maldives.
Maldivian resorts are renowned for their excellence in providing a unique experience as the perfect paradise escape for guests. There is something that caters to each and every guest’s expectations, whether it is the immaculately designed beach and water villas, the water sport activities which give an ocean adventure of a lifetime, or even the […]
The newcomer to compete in the First Division of Maldives, Super United Sports (SUS) has signed with four experienced international players. The players who have signed with the team for the upcoming season include Spain Forward Victor Munoz Rodriguez, Uzbekistan Goalkeeper Mirzokhid Mamatkhonov, Japanese Midfielder Eisuki Mohri and Yonezawa Atsushi. SUS’ new 26 years old […]
Housing Development Corporation (Lessor) is seeking interested parties for the development and operation of a ‘Fitness and Wellness Center’ in Hulhumalé. The selected party (Lesse) will be responsible for the design, construction and management of the property for the duration of the lease term. HDC has identified that there is a high demand for fitness […]
American tennis superstar and the 29th best singles tennis player in the world, Taylor Fritz has arrived at Lily Beach Resort & Spa for a much-needed getaway to rest, relax, and rejuvenate to get back on his tennis tour with renewed vigour. Taylor Fritz is a player who reached an ATP final in his third […]
Tennis is one of the most popular racket sports in the Maldives. Although several competitions are held, the number of people joining the sports are low compared to other sports actively played in the country. Tennis Association of Maldives (TAM) is an association that is registered under the law on clubs and associations of Maldives. […]
HDC has held collaborative discussion with The President’s Office, Ministry of Youth, Sports and Community Empowerment and Cricket Board of Maldives regarding operations, marketing and management plan of cricket stadium being built in Hulhumalé Phase 2. According to HDC, the cricket stadium is located near the residential area of Hulhumale’ Phase 2 and will have […]
Targeted towards Special Needs Individuals throughout the globe, “Conquer Land Air Water Global Adventures LLP” (C.L.A.W) who has begun works to break 3 different world records, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding to work in partnership with Maldives Integrated Tourism Development Corporation (MITDC). Under the brand name of “Operation Blue Freedom” was launched in 2019 […]
Many freedivers have described the experience “like flying underwater.” The Maldives is not only proud to have one national record holder in the field, but two! Hamza Mohamed and Ismail Nasheed are two freediving legends in the Maldives. Just like running, freediving has different disciplines that require different training and methodology. Hamza Mohamed and Ismail […]
Swimming Association of Maldives is looking for parties to establish a diving platform at Male` City Swimming Track. The announcement stated that those parties that meet the requirements can apply for bidding and interested parties need to register at the Association on 19th and 20th of October. While parties are required to pay MVR 20,000 […]