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Capturing hotel guest data and information including email addresses and other contact details has become a fundamental part of any successful hotel management strategy. Central to a winning strategy is an intelligent, modern email marketing approach. Even with the rise of social media and other digital communication channels, email remains the channel of reference for […]

Neil Shorthouse, FIH Founder & Chief Executive, has spent the past 12 years working, living, and supporting the Maldives.  Shorthouse, wants to create a legacy for the next generation of Maldivians within the Hospitality, Travel & Tourism industry.  An industry that he is truly passionate about and committed to for almost 30 years. To further […]

Mövenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives, a pristine sanctuary and tropical oasis nestled in the undisturbed Noonu Atoll, is completely redefining their resort wellbeing experiences, as of the 1st of October 2020 – with the announcement of their new partnership with globally award-winning holistic spa, wellness and beauty brand, Healing Earth. The Sun Spa by Healing Earth […]

The legendary Maldivian island resort of Baros invites guests to reconnect and experience the essence of island life and the simplicity of enjoying time with a partner, family or friends.  Because recent events have not been easy on everyone, and life has changed for many reasons, Baros offers an opportunity for guests to reconnect with […]

COVID-19 continues to spread worldwide, forcing the global health and sanitation industries to undergo massive changes. It is now understood that the main human-to-human transmission pathway appears to be the cause of infection. Hence, by employing simple hygiene measures, each individual can help protect themselves and others by limiting exposure to this deadly virus. Before […]

The unofficial definition of Revenue Management used by insiders is ‘the art of turning away business’. This certainly does not apply during the current Covid-19 (coronavirus) global healthcare crisis, and the economic downturn the hotel industry is facing in its aftermath. All the standard strategies and playbooks are out of the window right now. So […]

Advises regional and local measures only to combat COVID-19 spikes Travel & Tourism sector will help power the global economic recovery The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has warned governments around the world that further country-wide border closures could seriously jeopardise global economic recovery.  In a press release issued on 22 July 2020, WTTC […]

Editor’s note: In the second segment of the two part series, Bruce Lynn looks at the non-resort options; Guesthouses and Liveabaords / Safari Vessels as options to stay in the Maldives as a tourist. You can read the first part on this link. Non-Resort Maldives Options; Guest Houses & Safari Vessels GUESTHOUSES  The Maldives tourist experience […]

THE NAME ‘BEYYAA’ is derived from the traditional Dhivehi meaning of “bro”. The Beyyaa is a unique character, a travelling, environmentally-conscious Maldivian, but best of all he is a storyteller. He tells the stories he seeks during his many travels and the tales he hears are whispered amongst the coconut palms. The world is facing […]

Many visitors to Maldives are spoilt for choice. Although all visitors have access to great beaches, lagoons and seas, ways you can choose to experience the Maldives can vary widely based on whether you are staying on a resort, a yacht or a small hotel on an inhabited island. Yachts – liveaboards or safari boats […]

Moisturizing wipes and wet towels have been commonly used among the general public as well as in luxury hotels. Island apothecary, in collaboration with Functional Botanicals, have further innovated this concept to introduce a “dry wipe” that serves the same and more purposes than wipes that are commonly available in the market. They are more […]