DELI UNITED: Top-quality tropical fruits and vegetables
The Maldives is synonymous with luxury, and since the brand-name is reputable amongst the top premium hotel brands, what is expected from its hospitality industry in terms of products and services should be nothing but perfection. While the juiciest of fruits and healthiest of vegetables are a vital part of this product, and when suppliers […]
The rise of the Indian market
This did not come as a surprise, as we actually predicted this over two years ago—it makes perfect sense. So, what actually happened and what had been the reason for the delay? In my opinion, the main reason has to be the purchasing power of the growing middle classes and the thirst for new and […]
Raffles Maldives Meradhoo: Soirées, Sojourns & Stories
The intuitive nature of the service aptitude adopted by the Raffles brand goes as far back as 1887 when it opened its doors in one of the world’s most revered destinations, Singapore. In the Golden Age of Travel, Tigran Sarkies and three of his brothers had a grandiose vision of making the pillars of Raffles […]
3D Laser Scanning – a reality capture technology
Water Solutions (WS) – the specialists in environmental consultancy and surveying, fascinate us with the selection of their refined tools. These are the contributors to the advanced solutions to their esteemed clients in the Maldives and abroad. Let’s review 3D Laser Scanning carefully to understand its functioning? WHAT IS LASER SCANNING? 3D Laser Scanning is […]
Iliada Extra Virgin Olive Oil – redefining your culinary tastes
Olive trees have been cultivated by Greek producers for more than 4000 years and are considered an icon of cultural heritage and a national emblem of victory, peace, unity and prosperity. The oldest olive tree estimated to be 2000 to 4000 years old is also found in Greece and it still produces olives today. Today […]
MINOR Hotels wrap up fifth conducive Explorer School Leavers Programme
The foundation of MINOR Hotels’ efforts in contributing to the community of the Maldives lies in its comprehensive 12-month Explorer School Leavers Programme. Dedicated to developing the youth of the Maldives, by introducing them to the ever-growing hotel industry; the programme is a blend of on-the-job training and online or classroom training. The curriculum of […]
A vacation hideaway by Miaja Design Group and Onestop
Accessible by private speedboat from Malé, the sinuous lines of LUX* North Malé Atoll evokes the silhouette of a superyacht at first glance—bringing a breath of fresh air to the Maldivian landscape with a cutting-edge design courtesy of Miaja Design Group and Onestop. “The whole concept began with a question,” says Isabelle Miaja, the interior […]
GM Forum 2019 Highlights: Presentation on hotel safety & security
Looking back at the past 30 years, GM Forum 2019 featured a keynote address on the trends of hotel safety and security in the Maldives, presented by Hervirender Pal Singh, the Area Director for Global Safety & Security-South Asia, Marriot International. According to Singh’s findings, a total of 387 people lost their lives in the […]
Asia Pacific Sustainability Trends 2019
Horwath HTL and Greenview published the third Asia Pacific Survey of Hotel Sustainability Trends with in-depth research on key sustainability practices within the region, giving a special focus on where the hotels in the region stand in relation to energy and water consumption. Highlighting on the fact that sustainability has confirmed to be an environmental, […]
The BULLEIT Bar at Kuredu; First-ever speakeasy bar in the Indian Ocean
Sensory experiences and the ambience are the spotlights when you walk into a bar to drink and chill. Those concealed speakers playing mood-setting music, the mesmeric lighting and yes, the perfectly placed crafts on walls and ceilings will definitely stimuli your experience. KUREDU BAR-SCENE – Mixed, Shaken & Stirred! For a memorable holiday, the dash […]
Michael Phelps XCEED swim goggles by Sea Gear
In this edition, we are going to review the Michael Phelps XCEED swim goggles. The record-breaking Olympian Michael Phelps and his long-term swim coach Bob Bowman have introduced a swim gear brand. How did this brand emerge? Being experts in training and competing at the highest levels of elite swimming for several years, Phelps and […]
Dusit Thani Maldives – ‘the town in heaven’
Originating from the ‘Land of Smiles’ a.k.a. Thailand, and spanning over 65 years in service, Dusit International speaks for itself. From its gracious Thai hospitality, coupled with little touches of Thai culture, Dusit International is harmonious in the name it has created for itself globally. Amongst its most well-known properties, Dusit Thani Maldives, that translates […]
