Amilla Maldives appoints Gaurav Makhijani as Director of Sales

Amilla Maldives has announced the appointment of seasoned hospitality professional Gaurav Makhijani as its new Director of Sales. The move is set to bolster the resort’s commercial strategy and drive its continued growth in the global luxury travel market.

Gaurav Makhijani steps into the role with an impressive career spanning over 14 years in luxury hospitality sales. His extensive experience in the Maldivian market is particularly noteworthy, having held senior leadership roles at some of the destination’s most acclaimed properties. His professional journey includes impactful tenures at Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives, The OZEN Collection, and Jumeirah Maldives.

Throughout his career, Makhijani has earned a reputation for his strategic, relationship-driven approach to sales, consistently delivering exceptional results and fostering strong industry partnerships. His wealth of knowledge and deep industry insight are expected to be significant assets for Amilla Maldives.

In his new position, Gaurav will spearhead all sales initiatives for the resort. His key responsibilities will include developing and executing robust sales strategies, working closely with international travel and trade partners to drive business growth, and enhancing the brand’s visibility on a global scale.

“I am absolutely delighted to join the dynamic team at Amilla Maldives,” said Gaurav Makhijani. “Amilla’s reputation for bespoke service, wellness, and unique guest experiences is truly inspiring. I look forward to collaborating with our partners worldwide to build on this success and introduce our unique island home to an even wider audience.”

Located in the UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll, Amilla Maldives is an enchanting island resort for couples, families, and groups of friends to relax and play. Fringed by white sand beaches and one of the Maldives’ best house reefs, the island’s 67 Pool Villas and Residences each offer private pools and are thoughtfully designed with indoor and outdoor living spaces.

The Sultan’s Village kids club has plenty to entertain curious little ones, while activities such as kombucha-making, art, and painting classes ensure there is plenty to-do for guests besides snorkeling and diving at world-class sites including HanifaruBay and the resort’s own famous Blue Hole. An Earth Check silver-certified member of Small Luxury Hotels’ Considerate Collection, Amilla embodies a commitment to finding harmony between luxury and sustainability.

Amidst the idyllic backdrop of the Maldives, the resort effortlessly intertwines the allure of an island getaway, the richness of Maldivian culture and lush natural surrounds. Amilla is deeply conscientious about its role in fostering a relationship with local communities. In this spirit, guests are proactively involved on the importance of sustainability and inclusivity initiatives.

Amilla’s thoughtfully crafted dietary lifestyle choice menus encompass vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, low-carb/keto and paleo. Named ‘Responsible Hospitality Partner of the Year 2024’ by Forbes Travel Guide in recognition of its commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as well as environmental sustainability, Amilla is proud to be an IncluCare-certified resort.

Amilla continually strives to further adapt and refine its facilities, activities, and staff training to cater and care for guests with mobility or sensory needs and is a member of the Conscious Travel Foundation, a global community of travel businesses on appositive impact journey