Octopus Systems – Technology solutions to enhance guest experience
Octopus Systems is a technology service provider that is solely focused on the hospitality industry.
Resort review: Maafushivaru – a lesson in elegant authenticity
It’s Wednesday night and the otherwise sleepy island resort of Maafushivaru is alive with the sound of drums.
Special Feature: Homegrown Hospitality Brands
As local hotel brands continue to make their mark on regional tourism, Hotelier Maldives profiles a selection of these pioneering companies.
Resort Review: Jumeirah Vittaveli – a study in luxury
Nashiu Zahir visits Jumeirah Vittaveli to discover an island where luxury and privacy abound.
Industry Expert: How to ensure your front desk staff are a successful distribution channel
Doug Kennedy explains how with some basic tools in place your front-desk team can turn conversation into business.
Resort Review: KIHAAD Maldives – sun, sand and sea in abundance
Nashiu Zahir heads to Baa Atoll to discover a resort on the threshold of Hanifaru Bay that he describes as ‘an understated gem’.
Holiday Edition: Resort deals for locals and work permit holders
A roundup of a selection of resorts that are offering special packages for locals and work permit holders living in the Maldives.
Hassan Marine Engineering Solutions
By now a well-established enterprise specialising in services and products related to marine transportation, Hassan Marine Engineering Solutions (HMES) is the result of one man’s perseverance.
Spa Review: Experiencing the Healing Huts of Centara Ras Fushi’s Spa Cenvaree
It is mid-afternoon and the sun is not as harsh today as it was a couple of days ago. The winds are cool and gentle as I lie back on a comfortable lounger at the Spa Cenvaree lounge, at Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa, surrounded by greenery
Hotel Review: Taj Exotica Resort & Spa – Sentient Luxury
As its name suggests, Taj Exotica Resort & Spa offers the Maldivian market a slice of exotic elegance with a subcontinental twist.
Wattson: comprehensive industrial solutions for resorts
Wattson, formed in 2009, is a well-established company based in Maldives that provides industrial solutions. The company installs machineries at resorts and industrial islands, trades in related goods and provides technical advice.
Male’ Beauty Salon- A touch of glamour in the city
Zahira Zubair, the owner of the Male’ Beauty Salon has been in the hair and beauty industry since she was in her teens. Male’ Beauty Salon, located at Rahdhebai Magu, has now been around for 5 years.