Wellness tourism now a US$639 billion market
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Wellness tourism is growing in the Maldives, like any other market, albeit at a slower than expected speed. Yet, the global wellness tourism market is on the rise, growing from a US$563 billion market in 2015 to US$639 billion in 2017. The 6.5% annual increase is twice that of overall tourism growth, which is at […]
Suppliers You Should Know: State Trading Organisation (STO)
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]State Trading Organisation Plc (STO) was established in 1964 by the Maldivian government as a fully state-funded business with the aim of strengthening national food security. The main task of the company, then named Athireemaafannu Trading Agency (ATA), was to purchase and import essential food items in bulk to be distributed nationally via local traders […]
Palmex: an everlasting solution
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Thatch roofing is a cultural trait, and today it is an important architectural feature still seen as a part of the villas and other buildings in most of the resorts in the Maldives. However, it has long been established that there are some issues present in having these authentic thatch roofing installed as they should […]
Best Dives Pvt Ltd signs as dive, water sports and excursions operator for JOALI Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Best Dives Pvt Ltd, one of the leading dive and water sports centre operators in the Maldives, has increased its operations to six resorts with the signing of JOALI Maldives. Located in Raa Atoll, JOALI Maldives is sure to be a hotspot destination to visitors following its opening in October 2018. The centre promises invigorating […]
Holiday Island Resort & Spa: a beckoning to one of the last unspoiled paradises
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The crystal blue waters and the velvety white beaches of Maldives have always been a dream destination for travellers from around the globe. This tropical paradise inspires holidaymakers to visit all year round to experience its warm and sunny weather. Located in the South Ari Atoll, five-minutes from Villa Airport Maamigili by boat lies the […]
GM Forum 2019 now open for sponsorship
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The fourth edition of the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum is now open for sponsorship. Scheduled to take place on April 3, 2019 at Bandos Maldives, the event will feature keynote speeches, presentations, and panel discussions on a myriad of topics including hotel safety and security, skills gap in the hospitality industry and how this challenge […]
Brother MFC-L6900DW by Copier Plus
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The MFC-L6900DW from Brother’s Professional Line-up is ideal for large corporations, where one unit will suffice for a whole office floor. In terms of functionality, the printer can do double sided scanning, double-sided printing and for printing envelopes, features a bypass tray. The machine supports paper sizes up to A4 and houses a standard 550 […]
Suppliers You Should Know: Sea Gear
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Sea Gear was established in January 2014 and currently employs twenty-four staff from four different nationalities. They offer a wide range of marine products including Seajet Antifouling, Robline Marine Ropes, Yachticon Boat Care Products, NIMI Batteries, Polyform Buoy & Fenders, SEPAR filters, Bay Kayaks, Jobe Water Sports Equipments and Go-Pro and Suunto products. In addition […]
Constance Moofushi; A tropical getaway with wonder and whimsy
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As soon as you arrive at Constance Moofushi, you are transported to a land of wonder. The décor plays with scale to create a feeling of curiosity. At the reception, the gaze is drawn up at a display of hanging messages in notably oversized bottles. Upon entering the Manta Bar, the eyes are drawn to […]
New members appointed to GM Forum Advisory Panel
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Mariya Shareef, the Resort Manager at Summer Island Maldives and Marc Gussing, General Manager at JW Marriot Maldives Resort & Spa (scheduled to open in 2019) have been appointed as new members to the Advisory Panel of the annual Hotelier Maldives GM Forum. The fourth edition of the forum is scheduled for April 3, 2019, […]
Suppliers You Should Know: Lintel Investments
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Established in 1989 by Mr Abdul Majid, Lintel Investments started with the aim of becoming the standard for a quality and beautiful life. The company’s target audience is consumers who look for unprecedented quality and service excellence. The company’s core values are Teamwork, Right to Debate, Integrity and Passion, which combine to form what the […]
Marriott’s Area Director for Global Safety & Security to give keynote at GM Forum 2019
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Safety and security are one of the key challenges facing the hospitality industry in the Maldives, and for the upcoming fourth edition of the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum, we are putting a spotlight on the issue and discussing solutions. The fourth edition of the annual event, scheduled to be held April 3, 2019, will feature […]
