High Service Charge Paid by Resorts — Another Side to This Story?
From 1st January 2021 onwards, the law made service charge a mandatory levy in the Maldives tourism sector. This brought about a...
Bias, Prejudice and Stereotyping in the Hospitality Industry
Despite meaningful progress in relationships, racial and ethnic discrimination, prejudice remain a part of modern life. Unconscious bias, which is often the...
Habib Bank opens a branch in Hulhumale’
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Restarting Maldives Economy – Expert Opinion
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Luxury Resort Amilla Fushi in Maldives’ Baa Atoll Up for Sale
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Corporate launching of Maldives’ most advanced ecommerce platform Koo.mv held, open to public by...
Koo.mv, the most advanced online marketplace and the first of its kind in the Maldives, has been launched to corporates by Laniakea Trade at...
Dhigufaru Island Resort to open in August
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How I Became a Morning Person & My 7 Tips:
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Hazana Maldives – A government finance company specializing in Islamic investment funds
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How Coronavirus Can Potentially Impact Maldives Tourism!
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JAUSA Constructions, A Pioneer in the Construction Industry of Maldives
JAUSA Constructions is one of the most renowned construction
companies in the Maldives. The successful construction company has been in the industry
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The Lacquer Masters of Thulhaadhoo
Thulhaadhoo, being the only island actively involved in the craft is now known as the ace of lacquer work in Maldives. But...
Flying Through the Glass Ceiling – The Exemplary Women of Trans Maldivian Airways
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HDC Announces Lease of Commercial Units from The Apollo Towers for Retail Stores
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3 Traits of Successful Maldivian Entrepreneurs You Should Definitely Look Up To
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10 International Flights Confirms Arrival To Maldives Upon Reopening
Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) has revealed that 10 international passenger flights have already confirmed slots to land in the Maldives at...
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