Industry Expert: Are you giving your guests enough RevPAH?
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As I often say in my hospitality workshops, we in the hotel industry are in a unique business of selling space and time, so we had better be REALLY good at the intangibles. Although we charge them for rooms, the guests are buying an overall experience that is made up mostly of human interactions. With […]
Under the Southern Cross: Observations on Addu Atoll’s development and future
The southernmost atoll of the Maldives, Addu Atoll, is steeped in history and culture, home to remnants of the British colonial endeavour, a unique dialect and some of the country’s most esteemed scholars and businessmen. Now more commonly referred to as Addu City, it’s the country’s largest population centre after Malé. The inhabitants of Addu […]
What makes Maldives the best wedding destination?
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What makes a great wedding day? Is it great food, drinks, music and the right guests? Yes, yes and yes. But there is something much more important to make your wedding day more memorable. It’s the location that counts most when it comes to planning the big day. Of course, everyone wants their big day […]
Soneva Jani: The continuation of an intelligent luxury experience
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The story of Soneva is a love story. It was their love for the environment that led Sonu and Eva Shivdasani to create a collection of luxury resorts that surpassed imagination by sharing a truly authentic sustainable way of life. The respect is real. The concept is inspiring. The islands have individual personalities. Yet, each […]
Adaaran Resorts; upholding their responsibility to protect the island nation
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Maldives islands, one of the leading travel destinations in the world, is also one of the most vulnerable to the adverse effects of climate change. This archipelago of around 1,190 islands, is also at the forefront of climate action, especially tourism sector stakeholders, where each and every tourist establishment follows sound policies on the […]
Cocoon Maldives; A warm embrace of nature and nurture
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]You arrive in the sunny archipelago of Maldives, walk down a pier of sun-kissed wood and down a white sandy beach under the shade of palm trees lightly swaying in the wind. Moments later you’re led to your Villa, seemingly just a thatch-roofed white building almost disappearing into the environment of white sand and palm […]
Spa Review: Transporting you into a ‘Duniye’ of your own making at the Duniye Spa in Hurawalhi Island Resort
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Dhuniye’ in Dhivehi refers to the world or universe we live in or is used as the colloquial description of a particular world, originating from the Arabic word ‘Dunya’ of the same meaning. The name itself is a tall order for any abode, especially for a spa. The Duniye Spa at Hurawalhi Island Resort beckons […]
Ramadan 2017: Best Iftar menus in town – Part 2
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The holy month of Ramadan is a festive period for Muslims across the globe, especially at sundown when families and friends come together to end a day of fasting. It is the time for a feast of celebration, and a must-do is to break the fast at a café or restaurant, where special iftar menus […]
Hotelier Maldives to launch hospitality industry awards, magazine to be a monthly edition
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Since launching in 2014, Hotelier Maldives has established itself as the leading publication for hospitality executives in the Maldives. As the only circulation-audited media in the country, the magazine reaches a comprehensive and loyal audience on a bi-monthly basis. Readership of Hotelier Maldives consists of key decision makers including senior and middle management hospitality executives, […]
What the Data Says; Thomas Stoeckle in Conversation
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Thomas Stoeckle leads strategic business development at LexisNexis Business Insight Solutions (BIS). A marketing communications researcher and business leader with more than 25 years’ experience, he believes passionately in story-telling through robust data evidence and compelling visualisation.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”14241″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Originally from Germany, Thomas has been living in London for 17 years, working […]
Singapore Airlines; with a proud history and bright future, a great way to fly!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It started on May 1, 1947, with Malaysian Airways Limited’s maiden flight taking off from Singapore’s Kallang Airport. 25 years later the company separated into two entities; one named Singapore Airlines, which became a trendsetter in the world of aviation. In May, Singapore Airlines marked 70 years of continued innovation and service; and if judged […]
Ramadan 2017: Best Iftar menus in town – Part 1
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The holy month of Ramadan is a period of prayer and fasting for Muslims all over the world. In the Maldives, most cafés and restaurants, except for a few open for expatriates and tourists, are closed during the day as Muslims abstain from both food and drinks until sundown. Sunset every day is a time […]
