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I’m 25 years old and spend more than half my income on vacations – I’ve traveled to 11 countries in a year
The U.S. Sun
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August 30, 2025
A YOUNG traveler is living out his dream, spending the majority of his days, and up to half of his income or more, vacationing around the world. Although the globetrotter shells out $36,000 to $60,000 each year on travel, what looks like luxury is...
President Dr. Muizzu pays tribute to Maldives’ tourism pioneer M.U. Manik
Maldives Voice
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President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has expressed his heartfelt condolences following the passing of Mohamed Umar Manik, widely regarded as a pioneer of the Maldives’ tourism industry. Manik passed away in Singapore on Saturday at the age of 78, after...
Sri Lanka 8-day holiday tour includes UNESCO sites, safaris, and free upgrade saving up to £200
Wales Online
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August 30, 2025
Travelbag is offering an eight-day tour of Sri Lanka, guided by an English-speaking chauffeur, with a free upgrade to Half Board accommodation worth up to £200 per couple This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any...
Tourism pioneer MU Manik passes away at 78
Ras Online
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Mohamed Umar Manik (MU Manik), one of the pioneers of tourism in the Maldives, has passed away at the age of 78. He died at 6:30 am local time while undergoing treatment at Mount Elizabeth Hospital in Singapore. Manik was a shareholder of...
Maldives tourism pioneer MU Maniku dies
Hotelier Maldives
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August 30, 2025
Mohamed Umar Maniku (MU Maniku), a key figure in the establishment and growth of the Maldives tourism industry, has died in Singapore. He passed away on Saturday while in intensive care at Mount Elizabeth Hospital, where he had been receiving...
Tourism pioneer MU Manik dies aged 78
Sun Online International
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Mohamed Umar ‘MU’ Manik, the chairman of Universal Enterprises and one of the pioneers of the Maldivian tourism industry, died on early Saturday at the Mount Elizabeth Hospital in Singapore, where he was being treated in the Intensive Care Unit....
Tributes pour in as Maldives mourns MU Manik's passing
Sun Online International
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The Maldives opened its first resort in the 1970s – at a time when the island nation did not even have an airport, just a small airfield on Hulhule’ island. This marked the birth of an industry that revolutionized the Maldives, and continues to be...
Mohamed Umar Maniku: Architect of Maldivian tourism
Hotelier Maldives
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August 30, 2025
On 30th August 2025, the Maldives bid farewell to one of its greatest nation-builders – Mohamed Umar “M.U.” Maniku. Widely regarded as the father of Maldivian tourism, his passing marks the end of an era that began more than half a century ago,...
President pays tribute to MU Manik’s contributions to Maldives tourism
Ras Online
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Kolige Mohamed Umar Manik (MU Manik), a pioneer of Maldives’ tourism industry, has passed away at the age of 78 while undergoing treatment at Mount Elizabeth Hospital in Singapore. President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, in a post on X, said he received the...
Sun Siyam Olhuveli to host Oktoberfest 2025 in Maldives
Hotelier Maldives
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August 30, 2025
Sun Siyam Olhuveli has announced that it will host its own take on Oktoberfest from 1 to 5 October 2025, bringing one of the world’s most recognised celebrations to a tropical island setting. The resort will combine Bavarian traditions with...
Mohamed Umar Maniku: A Life That Shaped Maldivian Tourism
Maldives Business Review
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When the Maldives welcomed its first tourists in 1972, the country had few resources, no resorts, and no blueprint for what lay ahead. What it did have was a handful of determined visionaries. Among them was Koligey Mohamed Umar Maniku (MU...
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa Announces Promotion of Suziane Spencer to Director of Sales & Marketing
The islandchief
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Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa, a premium five-star resort in the Maldives, is pleased to announce the promotion of Suziane Spencer to Director of Sales and Marketing. Suziane first joined Marriott International in November 2022 as...
Travel experts share exactly when to book a holiday to save up to £2,350 on dream destinations
GB News
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August 29, 2025
While holidaymakers can often benefit from early bird deals and discounts, there is a lot to be said for a last-minute booking. In fact, experts have shared Britons could save thousands of pounds, on average, when visiting some of the most...
The incredible tropical island that's 'just like the Maldives' but '10 times cheaper'
Daily Express
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August 30, 2025
The island is home to hidden caves and some of the world’s clearest waters. (Image: Getty) Everyone dreams of visiting the Maldives, with its white sand beaches, turquoise water and luxury resorts. The destination has long been seen as the...
Maldives to lift shark fishing ban for gulper sharks
Dive Magazine
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August 29, 2025
29 August 2025   3 minutes of reading Gulper shark (Photo: NOAA) President of the Maldives, Dr Mohamed Muizzi, has announced the lifting of the nation’s shark fishing ban this coming November. The statement was made by the President during a...
Smart Travel: CTL’s New Luxe Lounge, U.S. Tops Business Travel Charts, Martinique’s Cruise Industry in High Demand and More
Smart Meetings
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August 29, 2025
Looking for bubbles before boarding? American Airlines is bringing its Flagship lounge to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), with spa suites, chef menus and, yes, champagne. Booking international business trips like it’s 2019? You’re...
Happy Hormones Yoga brings ‘The Joy Rituals’ to W Maldives
Hotelier Maldives
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August 29, 2025
W Maldives will introduce The Joy Rituals, a two-week wellbeing programme in collaboration with Happy Hormones Yoga founders Rajendra Kumar and Katrin Berger. Scheduled from 15 to 27 September 2025, the initiative will feature yoga, meditation,...
Sheraton Maldives promotes Suziane Spencer as Director of Sales & Marketing
Hotelier Maldives
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August 29, 2025
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa, a premium five-star resort in the Maldives, has announced the promotion of Suziane Spencer to Director of Sales and Marketing. Suziane first joined Marriott International in November 2022 as Cluster Market...
Dhigali Maldives appoints Sivabhaskar Reddy as new Director of Rooms
Hotelier Maldives
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August 29, 2025
Dhigali Maldives has announced the appointment of Sivabhaskar Reddy (Siva) as its new Director of Rooms. With more than a decade of experience in the hospitality industry, Siva brings extensive knowledge and a strong background in delivering...
Shhh, I’m Vacationing—The Rise of ‘Calmcations’ for Stressed-Out Travelers Luxury resorts are offering packages and experiences for those seeking a tranquil escape from reality. By Kayla Webley Adler
ELLE
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August 29, 2025
The Ratliff family may have been horrified and dismayed when they were asked to surrender their cell phones in the latest season of The White Lotus, but in real life, disconnecting from the fire hose of daily life is exactly what many travelers...