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Afeef Hussain recognized as the first Maldivian within ‘100 most influential Global HR Professionals’

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Maldives.net.mv – Having recently gained the prestigious TripAdvisor certificate of Excellence 2015, LUX* South Ari Atoll’s team creates a guests’ experience where each moment matters and constantly invest in training and human resources development on each one of its 600 team members.

 

The resort’s Director of Training, Development and Quality Assurance, Mr. Hussein Afeef has been recognized as one of the ‘100 most influential Global HR Professionals’ at the 3rd Global Training Conference which was held in Mumbai, India on February 15 2016. On the same day Afeef was also awarded with the ‘Global Training and Development Leadership Award’ handed over by one of the founders of World HRD Congress 2016, Dr. R. L. Bhatia.

 

With the welfare and education of the island team in mind, Afeef joined the team of LUX* Resorts & Hotels in the Maldives in 2012 taking the lead of training and development of LUX* South Ari Atoll. Working closely with the founder of customer service training company ‘Up Your Service’, keynote celebrity speaker Ron Kaufman, Afeef has built a strong training department that plays a key role in creating a service culture which reflects the true LUX* experience.

 

‘Receiving this award at a crucial stage of my career is a great motivation for me to do what I do best’ says Afeef, ‘I am very passionate about sharing knowledge and making organizations and communities better at different levels and the LUX* South Ari Atoll leadership Team has given me excellent opportunities to grow and share my passion.’

 

When he does not engage team members as well as the leadership team in inspiring training sessions at the resort, Afeef travels throughout South-East Asia to participate in HR summits and congresses as the only Maldivian certified coach from the John Maxwell Team.

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Sun Siyam offers up to 50% off stays across six resorts in Black Friday sale

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Sun Siyam has announced its Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2026 offers across its six resorts in the Maldives and Sri Lanka, featuring discounts of up to 50%, complimentary seaplane transfers and a range of additional benefits for stays extending into 2027.

The promotions cover properties within the group’s Lifestyle, Luxury and Privé Collections, with offers including spa treatments, floating breakfasts, excursions, watersports, dining experiences and family benefits.

Bookings can be made from 1 to 30 November 2026, with stays available until 31 October 2027, subject to resort-specific dates and exclusions.

Lifestyle Collection

Sun Siyam’s Lifestyle Collection comprises Siyam World and Sun Siyam Olhuveli, offering a range of recreational activities, dining options and entertainment experiences.

At Siyam World, guests can receive discounts of up to 50%, alongside the resort’s Premium 24-hour WOW! All-Inclusive meal plan.

Guests booking stays of four nights or more will receive a complimentary floating breakfast and a shared seaplane transfer for one guest. For stays of seven nights or longer, the offer includes complimentary shared seaplane transfers for two guests and USD 200 in resort credit per villa, per stay.

The resort credit can be used for food and beverages, spa treatments, watersports or excursions. Complimentary non-motorised watersports and snorkelling equipment are also included.

At Sun Siyam Olhuveli, guests staying for a minimum of three nights will receive 50% off airport transfers, 30% off dining at à la carte restaurants, 25% off spa treatments, and 20% off watersports and laundry services.

Stays of four nights or more will also include a complimentary combined sunset cruise. Guests booking private pool accommodation for at least four nights will receive a floating breakfast for two adults, while those staying five nights or longer in private pool categories will receive a complimentary 10-minute Jet Ski experience for two adults.

Luxury Collection

Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, located in Noonu Atoll, represents the group’s Luxury Collection, with the Black Friday and Cyber Monday promotion offering discounts and additional resort experiences.

At Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, guests can receive up to 30% off all villa categories. Bookings of four nights or longer will also include a 50% discount on seaplane transfers for up to two adults.

Every booking will include a floating breakfast and a complimentary 15-minute photoshoot with two digital images.

Additional benefits include 50% off a catamaran excursion, 30% off private destination dining and 10% off watersports activities.

Guests booking a 60-minute kayak fishing session will receive an additional 30 minutes, while complimentary non-motorised watersports will also be available.

Privé Collection

The Privé Collection includes Sun Siyam Iru Veli and Sun Siyam Vilu Reef in the Maldives, alongside Sun Siyam Pasikudah on Sri Lanka’s east coast.

At Sun Siyam Iru Veli, guests booking stays of seven nights or more will receive complimentary return seaplane transfers for two people, a 60-minute couples’ spa treatment and two complimentary excursions comprising a local island tour and a guided snorkelling trip.

The offer also includes a 20-minute photoshoot with one complimentary image, a welcome bottle of wine and bed decoration.

Guests booking Cinema by Moonlight before arrival will receive a 25% discount. Complimentary upgrades to the next villa category, early check-in and late check-out will also be offered, subject to availability.

Families travelling with children can benefit from complimentary accommodation and dining for up to two children under 12 sharing with two paying adults. Green Tax and transfer charges will apply.

At Sun Siyam Vilu Reef, guests staying seven nights or longer will receive complimentary return seaplane transfers for two, while those booking four nights or more will receive 50% off return seaplane transfers for two guests.

The promotion includes a complimentary 60-minute couples’ spa treatment, lagoon wine tasting, daily shisha at Nautilus Bar and selected non-motorised watersports.

Guests will also receive a bottle of sparkling wine and a fruit basket upon arrival.

Complimentary upgrades to the next villa category, early check-in and late check-out will be available subject to availability.

Children under 12 can stay and dine free when sharing accommodation with two fully paying adults, with Green Tax and transfer charges applicable.

At Sun Siyam Pasikudah in Sri Lanka, guests will receive a complimentary 30-minute spa experience and a 30-minute kayaking session, alongside one hour of complimentary bicycle use each day.

The promotion also includes 50% off room upgrades, 20% off a champagne dinner at the wine cellar, 15% off couples’ spa treatments and 15% off food and beverages.

Early check-in and late check-out will be available subject to availability.

Across the six properties, selected Black Friday and Cyber Monday offers also include complimentary accommodation and dining for children, with age limits varying by resort. Benefits are available for children under 12 at selected properties and under 16 at Sun Siyam Olhuveli and Sun Siyam Iru Fushi.

Other benefits across selected resorts include complimentary non-motorised watersports and flexible check-in and check-out arrangements, subject to availability.

The Black Friday and Cyber Monday promotions are available for bookings made between 1 and 30 November 2026, for stays until 31 October 2027, depending on the participating resort and applicable conditions.

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Milaidhoo Maldives celebrates International Men’s Day with ‘Gentlemen & Cocktails’

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Milaidhoo Maldives will mark International Men’s Day with a cocktail-making competition for male guests, as the resort celebrates its tenth anniversary this November.

The occasion will also recognise the contributions of the men involved in the resort’s development and operations over the past decade. Since its establishment, Milaidhoo has maintained a focus on Maldivian hospitality and cultural traditions, with its original vision continuing to influence the guest experience.

As part of the celebrations, the resort will host Gentlemen & Cocktails, an interactive cocktail-making challenge at Compass Pool Bar.

The event will begin with a workshop led by the bar’s bartenders, who will introduce participants to the fundamentals of cocktail preparation. Following the workshop, participants will compete to create their own signature cocktails using a selection of ingredients.

Each participant will receive a black box containing secret ingredients, which must be incorporated into their creation. They will also be required to select an additional herb, vegetable or aromatic ingredient from the resort’s Chef’s Garden.

Participants will have a limited amount of time to prepare their cocktails, with their partners serving as judges. The creations will be assessed based on flavour, presentation and originality.

The winning cocktail will be featured as the Cocktail of the Day at Compass Pool Bar for one week. The winning couple will also be entitled to unlimited servings of their creation for the remainder of their stay.

The International Men’s Day celebrations form part of Milaidhoo Maldives’ tenth anniversary year, recognising the people who have contributed to the resort’s development and its approach to hospitality.

Through the cocktail-making competition, the resort aims to provide guests with an interactive experience while commemorating International Men’s Day.

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Angsana Velavaru brings island-inspired celebrations to Christmas and New Year

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Angsana Velavaru has announced its festive programme for Christmas and New Year, featuring seasonal celebrations, family activities, dining experiences, cultural performances and marine excursions in the Maldives.

The celebrations will begin with a Christmas tree lighting ceremony, bringing guests together to mark the start of the festive season. On Christmas Eve, the resort will host traditional Christmas carols at sunset, while younger guests can look forward to a visit from Santa Claus.

Throughout the festive period, families will be able to participate in activities such as gingerbread cookie decorating and bracelet making. The programme will also include outdoor games and beach activities, including football matches and traditional tug-of-war competitions.

Traditional Bodu Beru performances will form part of the celebrations, introducing guests to Maldivian music and cultural traditions.

Dining will be a central part of the festive programme, with the resort hosting a Christmas Eve dinner and Christmas brunch. New Year’s Eve celebrations will feature a New Year Garden Soirée Dinner, followed by a New Year brunch on 1 January. The resort will also organise dedicated celebrations for guests observing Orthodox Christmas.

In addition to the seasonal activities, guests will have opportunities to explore the surrounding marine environment through excursions such as manta ray and turtle safaris. The resort will also offer wellness experiences for those seeking relaxation during their stay.

The festive programme is designed to accommodate couples, families and groups of friends, combining traditional Christmas and New Year celebrations with recreational activities, cultural experiences and the resort’s existing leisure offerings.

Through its programme of dining, entertainment, outdoor activities and marine excursions, Angsana Velavaru aims to provide guests with a range of experiences throughout the festive season.

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