In a strategic collaboration to support the country’s thriving guesthouse sector, Dhiraagu has signed on as the official Digital Partner for the Maldives Islamic Bank (MIB)’s Guesthouse Symposium 2025. Recognized as the largest symposium in the Maldives dedicated to guesthouse tourism, the event provides a dynamic platform for tourism industry stakeholders to connect, innovate, and grow together.
Scheduled to take place on October 2 at the Crossroads Maldives, a premier multi-island leisure destination, the symposium is expected to draw participation from a wide range of businesses involved in the country’s tourism ecosystem, including guesthouse operators, travel service providers, and tourism consultants. With the Maldives hosting over 900 guesthouses spread across local islands, the symposium plays a critical role in bringing together this diverse and rapidly expanding segment of the industry.
This year marks the second consecutive year Dhiraagu has partnered with MIB for the symposium. As the leading digital services provider in the Maldives, Dhiraagu’s involvement underscores its continued commitment to the digital transformation and sustainable development of the tourism industry. By offering robust digital infrastructure and services, Dhiraagu plays a vital role in helping local businesses enhance their operational efficiency, reach wider markets, and elevate the overall visitor experience.
MIB, the country’s first and only full-fledged Islamic bank, has established itself as a forward-thinking financial institution that embraces technology to expand access to Shariah-compliant banking solutions. Through initiatives like the Guesthouse Symposium, MIB demonstrates its proactive role in fostering business growth and encouraging sustainable development practices across the industry.
The symposium itself will feature an engaging lineup of panel discussions and expert-led presentations on key industry topics, including marketing strategies, digital innovations, service quality enhancement, and environmental sustainability. Participants will have opportunities to network, exchange ideas, and explore collaborations that can contribute to elevating guesthouse tourism in the Maldives. Businesses will also be given space to showcase products and services tailored to the guesthouse market, adding a commercial dimension that promotes business-to-business engagement.
According to MIB, the symposium is designed not just as a networking event but also as a capacity-building forum, where operators gain access to technical expertise and insights on how to tackle evolving challenges and align their operations with long-term sustainable practices. The previous year’s edition received wide acclaim from industry participants for its constructive dialogue and practical outcomes, setting high expectations for this year’s gathering.
As the Maldives continues to diversify its tourism offerings beyond luxury resorts, events like the Guesthouse Symposium serve as key enablers in supporting community-based tourism and empowering local entrepreneurs. With digital partners like Dhiraagu and financial institutions like MIB leading the charge, the guesthouse sector is well-positioned to thrive in a competitive global tourism market.
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