A worldwide perspective: A look back at 2017 and future trends and projections
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Looking back at 2017 The year 2017 saw a growth in the arrivals of 8%, contributed mainly by the 12% increase in arrivals from Europe. Arrivals from the Asia Pacific region increased by a mere 3.2%. However, all major source markets in the Asia Pacific region with the exception of China showed strong growth, […]
GM Forum 2017 Highlights: Thomas Stoeckle, Head of Strategic Business Dev., LexisNexis
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]During a presentation on data research for successful tourism promotion, Thomas Stoeckle from LexisNexis Business Insight delved into the world of big data, and how companies can utilise data to face emerging markets. Citing studies, Stoeckle highlighted that the Maldives was a bigger and stronger online brand, compared to its competing market players, and also […]
Veteran Maldivian Hotelier and Entrepreneur Ibrahim Mohamed Didi presented HR Maldives’ Lifetime Achievement Award
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Veteran Maldivian hotelier and entrepreneur Ibrahim Mohamed Didi, the Chairman of SIMDI Group, has been presented the Lifetime Achievement Award at the HR Summit & Expo 2018, alongside the 50 Most Talented HR Leaders awarded by HR Maldives. The 50 Most Talented HR Leaders’ Awards creates the appropriate circumstances by recognising the individuals and organisations in the […]
Trends in reservations inquiry call volumes: Is there more to the numbers?
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As a hotel reservations consultant and sales trainer, I’m often asked for my perspective on the current trends regarding the number of inquiry reservations call received vs. previous years. Many hotel marketers seem to think this is a simple question and I suppose that on one level it should be. It certainly is possible to […]
SNS signs as a Platinum Sponsor of GM Forum 2018
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The SNS Group has signed as a Platinum sponsor of Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2018. SNS is an international company based in Dubai that creates high-end furniture for hospitality establishments and has offices in Europe, Asia and the Middle East. The main production plants of SNS are in Indonesia; for outdoor furniture, and in Turkey; for indoor […]
Komandoo Maldives Resort: Paradise, pure and simple
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Whenever I hear the words “all-inclusive resort”, I am cautious as that usually suggests a mockery of the destination’s authenticity, mediocre food and rambunctious crowds. Yet, the ample choice given to me to explore at Komandoo Maldives Resort left me thinking of the absolute room in the Maldives for an all-inclusive concept to deliver a […]
Kohler signs as a Platinum Sponsor of GM Forum 2018
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Kohler-authorised distributor, ALIA Investments Pvt Ltd, has partnered with Perspective Pvt Ltd as a Platinum Sponsor of the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2018. With over 50 years of experience under its belt, ALIA Investments is the authorised-distributor of Kohler bathroom and kitchen products in the Maldives. The GM Forum, which would be held on April […]
GM Forum 2017 Highlights: How new resorts make a difference in Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The panel on “how new resorts make a difference in the Maldives” at the GM Forum 2017 saw panellists highlighting new developments in terms of how resorts differentiate themselves from the competition, and how new resorts forced older established competitors to up their game. We’re looking forward to GM Forum 2018—to be held April 18, […]
Maldives set for flurry of new resort openings by 2019
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Work is currently underway on a collection of new resorts and hotels that will open in the Maldives throughout 2018 and early 2019. Following a push to improve hotel capacity, the Indian Ocean archipelago will play host to a dozen new hotels, with international brands all planning openings. Here is a list of the resorts. […]
10 things to love about Niyama Private Islands Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]At the 2017 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards, Niyama Private Islands Maldives took fourth place in the Best Resorts in the World category and second place in the Top Resorts in the Indian Ocean category. Winning an award that embodies authenticity and personalised experiences, the resort continues to own their chilled luxury vibe. Let’s […]
A Day in the Life of Ahmed Fizam
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Ahmed Fizam has been working in the hospitality industry for over two decades. He started his career in 1994 at Paradise Island Resort. He joined Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa in 2009 as a Senior Supervisor at the Laundry and is today the Laundry Manager. Originally from Meedhoo in Addu City, Fizam is not only […]
Presentation on “Tourism-related Taxation” by MIRA to feature in GM Forum 2018
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA) is set to deliver a presentation on “Tourism-related Taxation” at the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2018. The third edition of the annual gathering of hospitality professionals will be held April 18, in Kurumba Maldives. Tourism-related taxation will be one of the key topics of discussion this year at the GM […]
