Deal Activity in the Travel and Tourism Sector Increased by 39.6 Per Cent in June 2021: GlobalData
A total of seventy-four deals (comprising mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and venture financing deals) were announced in the global travel and tourism sector during June, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. GlobalData reveals that this is an increase of 39.6 per cent compared to the fifty-three deals announced in May. Aurojyoti […]
Hassan Sabree Appointed Resort Manager of Grand Park Kodipparu
Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives has appointed senior Maldivian hotelier Hassan Sabree as resort manager. With over seventeen years of experience in hospitality including front office and service experience background, Sabree has worked for the Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru, One & Only Reethi Rah, and Como Maalifushi. Prior to joining Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives, Sabree worked as […]
Desislav Gospodinov Appointed Group Director of Sales & Marketing at Lily Hotels
Desislav Gospodinov has been appointed as group director of sales & marketing (GDOSM) for Lily Hotels’ two award-winning luxury resorts, Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa, and Lily Beach Resort & Spa. He brings with him more than 10 years of sales management experience and an international record to match it, spanning across Europe and Asia. […]
André Kretschmann Appointed General Manager at Kuda Villingili Resort
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives, the luxury retreat that opened in June, has appointed André Kretschmann as its general manager to oversee daily operations and manage all aspects of the guest experience. Kretschmann has been involved since 2019, managing the team ahead of the official opening. Prior to joining Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives, Kretschmann served as […]
Post Lockdown Detox Vacation at Baros
Baros is offering a three-day detox programme after many guests have spent months locked up at home. By specifically targeting internal inflammation, stress relief and overall wellbeing, this programme allows guests to better surrender to the island lifestyle. “The effects of a detox treatment go far beyond a physical cleanse or encouraging weight loss,” states […]
Spain’s National Airline, Iberia, Commences Direct Flights to Maldives
Velana International Airport welcomed the first flight by Spain’s national airline, Iberia, on 3 July. The airline will operate three weekly flights from Madrid to Male` during July and August. Spain is one of the key markets for Maldives with over 36,064 tourist arrivals recorded in 2019. Spain also emerged as one of the top […]
Sheraton Maldives Featured in National Geographic Traveller Photo Exhibition
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa’s marine conservation effort “Adopt a Coral” has been recognized at National Geographic Traveller’s photo exhibition in Moscow and St. Petersburg. The exhibition by National Geographic Traveller, in partnership with Visit Maldives, kicked off in June and will run through July. The exhibition features images showcasing the nature, tradition, […]
New Appointments in the Hospitality Industry
Featured Image: Gavin Sanders, General Manager, Radisson Blu Maldives In our regular round-up of the news of the movers and shakers of the Maldives hospitality industry we look at some of the new appointments here in the islands. Radisson Blu Resort Maldives has announced the appointment of Gavin Sanders as General Manager, bringing more than […]
Brice Lunot, Cluster General Manager JEN Maldives Male’ by Shangri-La and Shangri-La Villingili Resort and Spa
JEN Maldives Male’ by Shangri-La, has announced the appointment of Brice Lunot as the hotel’s new General Manager. Brice is currently the General Manager for Shangri-La Villingili resort and spa and with this new appointment he will be the cluster General Manager for both properties. Brice is a well-versed hotelier with 29 years’ experience in […]
Taj Named as Strongest Hotel Brand in the World
Taj, which has two properties in the Maldives, has been voted the world’s strongest hotel brand according to the Brand Finance Hotels 50 2021 report. Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Emboodhu Finolhu island and Taj Coral Reef in North Male welcomed the news. Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Indian Hotels Company, said, “This is a […]
Enjoy the Perfect Wedding in Paradise
Fushifaru Maldives believes in making weddings the most special, romantic and unforgettable celebration. From large, lavish ceremonies, to intimate ones, Fushifaru can cater to any wedding dream, with its spectacular venues, stunning views and magical atmosphere. The traditional Maldivian wedding combines authentic cultural elements like bodu beru drummers escorting you and your loved one down […]
Meet Chef ‘Art’, Sushi Master at Kata Japanese Restaurant, Fairmont Maldives
Chef ‘Art’ Artyiasa is the Sushi Master and Chef at Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi’s signature Japanese restaurant Kata, and has been perfecting the art of sushi making for over a decade. Due to his hard work and passion for the Japanese cuisine and culture, Art has travelled the world and worked for household names […]
