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Beond Airlines Introduces Direct Flights Connecting Dubai to Maldives

Beond Airlines has introduced new direct flights, making travel from Dubai to the Maldives easier and more convenient.

This new premium airline was introduced towards the end of 2023, marking the launch of the world’s first premium leisure airline. With this, travellers now had the chance to fly to the Maldives and connect to beautiful Maldives resorts in style. The Beond aircraft is an an Airbus A319 seating 44 passengers in a luxurious all-lay-flat configuration. The airline’s inaugural destinations connected Riyadh, Munich and Zurich to the Maldives. With its inauguration, the Beond also revealed its plans to bring passengers to Maldives from Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific as well.

The airline had also revealed its plans to connect passengers from Milan and Dubai to the Maldives as well. Beond has just introduced its direct routes from Dubai to Maldives, although these key destinations were anticipated to be launched towards the end of 2024. This new route also comes in time for the Eid celebrations. Travellers on the new route will be flying from Dubai World Centre/Al Maktoum International Airport from Dubai to Velana International Airport in the Maldives.

In addition to this, travellers can also expect the new routes connecting Milan to the Maldives later this year. Flights from Milan will connect through Milan-Malpensa to Velana International Airport.

There is strong demand from each of Milan and Dubai to the Maldives for the premium service that Beond offers. We are pleased to announce these two new routes, and are thankful for our airport partners at Milan and Dubai DWC for their support. In the meantime, the Beond team is hard at work preparing for our initial service launch, with a goal to exceed every expectation of our customers from the moment they book with us, says Beond’s Chief Commercial Officer, Sascha Feuerherd.

In addition to the Dubai to Maldives route, Beond also introduced updates to make the flying experience better. Beond now offers the Apple Vision Pro to select passengers on its flights to the Maldives. With this, Passengers can enjoy Beond’s unrivalled onboard content.

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Marriott International Celebrates Second Wave of Graduates in Maldives Apprenticeship Program

Marriott International Celebrates Second Wave of Graduates in Maldives Apprenticeship Program

On April 19, 2025, Marriott International celebrated the success of 31 apprentices who graduated from the second batch of its Maldives Apprenticeship Program. The special ceremony took place at the Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa and featured key dignitaries, including Hon. Ibrahim Waheed, the Minister of Youth Empowerment, Information, and Arts, along with other officials from the Ministry of Youth Empowerment and the Maldives Institute of Technology (MIT). Additionally, Mark Fletcher, Marriott’s Area Director of Human Resources for Singapore and the Maldives, also attended to acknowledge the graduates’ achievements.

Hon. Ibrahim Waheed highlighted the program’s role in empowering the youth of the Maldives, commenting, “Today, we celebrate 31 apprenticeship graduates. These are 31 futures redefined—each a testament to what happens when opportunity meets action. To our apprentices, you step forward as ambassadors of possibility. And to Marriott International, thank you for not just supporting this program, but for championing it—your commitment to mentorship and local capacity building is truly admirable.”

A Collaborative Effort in Hospitality Training

The Marriott Apprenticeship Program is a collaborative effort between Marriott International, the Ministry of Youth, Sports, and Community Empowerment, and MIT. This 10-month program provides participants with a well-rounded education that includes theoretical lessons at MIT and hands-on experience at various Marriott resorts across the Maldives. Specifically, the apprentices received training in several key hospitality sectors, including front office operations, culinary arts, food and beverage service, and housekeeping.

By partnering with the Maldivian government, Marriott became the first international hospitality brand to support such an apprenticeship initiative in the country, reinforcing its dedication to developing local talent. In this way, the program supports Marriott’s broader mission to cultivate the next generation of leaders in the fast-growing Maldivian tourism industry.

Practical Experience Across Marriott’s Maldives Resorts

The apprentices completed their theoretical training at MIT before gaining practical experience at Marriott’s luxurious properties in the Maldives, such as The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands; The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort; JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa; W Maldives; Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa; Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa; and The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort.

True to the company’s guiding principle of “We Put People First,” Marriott focuses on helping young professionals grow and succeed. As a result of their hard work, all the graduates received Level-3 certification, officially recognized by the Maldives Qualification Authority (MQA). This certification acknowledges their successful completion of both the academic and practical components of the program, preparing them for careers in the hospitality industry.

Looking Ahead to a Bright Future

Mark Fletcher reflected on the program’s origins, noting, “When we launched this program in 2023, it was envisioned as a pilot, a leap of faith, grounded in belief. A belief in crafting talents of Maldivian youth, belief in the strength and collaboration, and belief in Marriott’s commitment to “take care” – not just our people but the communities where we serve. What began as an initiative is now a movement, and Marriott International is proud to be the first international hospitality brand to officially launch such apprenticeship program in the Maldives”

Ultimately, this graduation marks a key milestone in Marriott’s efforts to contribute to the long-term sustainability of the Maldives’ tourism industry by fostering a talented and skilled local workforce. Marriott looks forward to watching its graduates embark on successful careers and continue playing an essential role in the growth of the country’s hospitality sector.

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