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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In the pristine waters of Baa Atoll, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve with bountiful marine life, Vakkaru Maldives opened in December 2017 to cater to guests from around the globe with personalised service and authentic experiences. The island, with its pearl shores and vast lagoon, is just a 25-minute seaplane ride from Velana International Airport. The […]

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What is most significant in arrival numbers for the year as at end October 2017 is the shift in the proportion of European arrivals in comparison to that from Asia and the Pacific? There is a decrease in absolute numbers from Asia and the Pacific region of less than 5000, which amounts to a decrease […]

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Whenever I travel across the Maldives, I never expect to be surprised by what the Maldive isles have to offer. I say to myself it’s the same coral beaches, the same vegetation and the same underwater beauty. Yet, every time, I’m awestruck by its uniqueness and Kanuhura Maldives also happened to be one exceptional surprise. […]

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Throughout 2017, Hotelier Maldives has been bringing to the spotlight, some of the top properties in Maldives, whose commitment to promoting sustainable tourism practices are nothing short of exemplary. In this last issue for the year, we shine the light on Park Hyatt Hadahaa, a multi-award winning property that has been steadfast in its dedication […]

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Considering all of the many components of a positive guest experience during even just a 24-hour stay, and how many guests are in a hotel on any given night, it should not be surprising to any hotelier that at some point during a shift every colleague is likely to encounter complaints. Surely we can and […]

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In honour of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) naming 2017 as the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development, we look into the success of companies that have paved the way for sustainability in Tourism. The now-undeniable truth of the matter is, the days when sustainable development was heralded as a mere passing trend catering […]

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The second edition of the Revenue Management Concept Workshop organised by Hotelier Maldives and IDeaS Revenue Solutions, has come to a successful close. The two-day workshop was held on December 4 and 5 at Champa Central Hotel. “Platforms providing comprehensive knowledge and expert advice on important topics such as revenue management are not readily available […]

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The sleek silhouette of a vehicle effortlessly manoeuvres through a winding mountain pass. It accelerates into the distance – leaving a spray of mist from the dewy road. In the background, there’s an advertising voiceover talking through the car’s key features and encouraging you to test drive it today. It’s tempting, but will the car […]

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hotelier Maldives, a dedicated bi-monthly publication for hospitality professionals in the Maldives, has been relaunched as a monthly magazine, as Perspective Pvt Ltd – the publisher of the magazine – launches an all-new Hotelier Maldives Supplier Directory. Hotelier Maldives will be published as a monthly magazine starting January 2018, as the first issue of the […]

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]If you’re like most hotel managers, chances are you are highly focused on securing more direct bookings and thus reducing the costs of customer acquisition. If so, here are some train-the-trainer style tips for providing your reservations and front desk colleagues with the skills they need to covert today’s over-informed, channel surfing callers. You can […]

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Revenue management systems are used by leading hotel brands around the world. However, it can be argued that smaller and independent properties in Indonesia need the technology even more than larger hotels given that limited room volumes mean every pricing decision counts. With the right investment in processes, technology and staff, it’s possible for small-scale […]

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It has never been easier to travel prudently. Online travel aggregator websites allow consumers to quickly and easily compare services to find their best (and cheapest option), exposing quickly any hotels whose pricing appears out of synch with real-time local market conditions. This not only presents hoteliers across the Maldives with challenges to attract the […]