FHAM is back!
After a 2-year hiatus, The Food & Hospitality Asia Maldives (FHAM) returns as an eagerly awaited, in-person exhibition and culinary challenge. Hospitality professionals, tourism providers, local and international suppliers have been starved of an accessible place to gather, network, and explore options on supplies and services that have emerged into the market in the wake […]
LANALA – Eco-Swimwear Meets Maldivian Beauty
With Additional Writing by Naza Nazeem, Loolua Mohamed and Shahudha Mohamed Built upon Hussen Abdulla and his family’s shared understanding of the dire need for environmentally-friendly products, LANALA is a pioneering swimwear brand founded on a praiseworthy pursuit. The brand’s aim is to create eco-conscious swimwear with recycled materials, and consequently draw attention to the […]
The Flourishing Coffee Market in Maldives
Coffee is a great way to start a day, and to many people it is an essential part of their daily routine. Surprisingly, prior to 2002, tea was the beverage of choice in the Maldives! Coffee arrived first as Melitta filter coffee, closely followed by LavAzza in 2003, paving the way for a whole new […]
FIRST LOOK: Hilton Maldives Amingiri Resort & Spa
The world renowned Hilton Hotels and Resorts debuts its family-friendly, five-star private retreat, Hilton Maldives Amingiri Resort & Spa, on a lush tropical island in North Malé Atoll! Located just 20 minutes away from Velana International Airport (VIA), the all-pool villa resort highlights a mindful approach to gastronomy, holistic wellness, and exclusive amenities for travellers […]
India Reigns as Top Source Market, Maldives Hits One Million Arrivals
With Additional Writing by Shahudha Mohamed and Anshika Singhal 2022 marks 50 years of tourism for the Maldives, the idyllic Indian Ocean tourist destination, often hailed as ‘paradise on earth’. Each year, the isles welcome throngs of visitors from all over the globe, seeking all things ranging from luxurious getaways to action-packed adventures. With tourism […]
Sustainability at Luau Beach Inn Maldives, Vaavu Fulidhoo
Luau Beach Inn Maldives is a fourteen-room guesthouse located in V.Fulidhoo, working towards implementing a greener practice into their business model. After thorough research and careful consideration, the management of Luau has ensured that the facility is equipped with energy saving technologies and diverted their focus on educating the guests to be more mindful about […]
The Burgeoning Coffee Market in Maldives
Coffee is a great way to start a day, and to many people it is an essential part of their daily routine. Surprisingly, prior to 2002, tea was the beverage of choice in the Maldives! Coffee arrived first as Melitta filter coffee, closely followed by LavAzza in 2003, paving the way for a whole new […]
FIRST LOOK: Alila Kothaifaru Maldives
Seclusion seamlessly blends with adventure at Alila Kothaifaru Maldives, Raa Atoll’s latest opening and Hyatt’s second Maldives property. Located 45 minutes from Velana International Airport (VIA), Alila Kothaifaru welcomed its first guests on 16 May 2022, opening doors to an awe-inspiring destination embraced by nature’s wonders. Combining minimalist elegance and its stunning nature, Alila Kothaifaru […]
