Friday, March 21, 2025 The Maldives is set to receive its first solar-powered ferry, which is nearing completion and expected to arrive by April. The ferry, named Apollo, is being built by Navalt, an eco-friendly marine technology company from Cochin, India. This ferry is a test model and is costing approximately USD 577,039. Apollo is […]
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Sunday, October 13th 2024 Did you know that whale sharks, the gentle giants of the ocean, were once hunted in the Maldives for a surprising purpose? In earlier times, their oil was extracted and used to coat boats, a practice that, thankfully, no longer exists. Mandhoo Island, where whale sharks often roam just offshore, holds
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Mahibadhoo, August 5th 2024 The Maldives, known for its beautiful beaches and vibrant marine life, is also famous for a natural phenomenon called bioluminescence, often referred to as the “Sea of Stars.” Many people think this magical display can only be seen on Vaadhoo Island, but this is not true at all. Bioluminescent plankton can
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Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 On this Labor Day, May 1st, 2024, it’s crucial to recognize and appreciate the often unnoticed heroes of the Maldives – migrant workers. Despite facing many difficulties, migrant workers are essential for the Maldives’ thriving tourism industry, which is the main source of the country’s economy. The Maldives, located in the
Sunday, March 31st 2024 Hello Everyone, I wanted to share my experience as a Maldives travel expert and provide some realistic insights. One common concern I’ve noticed over the years is about the weather in the Maldives. Having lived in the Maldives since 2016 and visited over 50 islands in different atolls, I can tell
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Thursday, 16th November 2023 Aishath Nifa is a talented Maldivian Artist whose work beautifully captures the essence of the Maldives’ islands and daily life. Thank you very much, Nifa, for accepting our interview invitation. We’re excited to learn more about your creative journey. In this interview, Nifa shares insights into the world of art, her
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Maldives, October 30, 2023 It is worth noting that Bob Marley‘s influence extends far beyond the borders of his home country, Jamaica, and has reached even the remote and idyllic Local Islands of the Maldives. The people of the Maldives have developed a deep admiration and love for Bob Marley and his music. Despite the
Saturday, 30th September 2023 Any foreigner who wish to work in Maldives generally he needs to have a Work Permit called Employment Approval in the past and now is called Work Permit Entry Pass. Generally the employer sponsor this EA and do the necessary steps to hire the foreigner staff. This document is issued electronically
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Sunday, 1st October 2023 The cultural identity of the Maldives is akin to a mosaic patchwork, with pieces of this painting distributed among its two hundred inhabited islands. During our journey, we gather these pieces, along with some others, to get acquainted with the true civilization and identity of the Maldives. Here, we visit Thulhaadhoo
Maldivian Lacquer Art: A Masterpiece from Paradise Awaits Read More »