All-inclusive at Centara’s tropical escapes in Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Centara Hotels & Resorts, is making travel to the Maldives more accessible and appealing with a choice of two distinctive resorts, each one catering to the needs of different guests while at the same time offering the best experiences in one of the world’s most incredible natural holiday destinations. Couples seeking a stunning private tropical […]
GM Forum 2017 Highlights: Thoriq Ibrahim, Environment Minister
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Speaking at the GM Forum 2017, environment minister Thoriq Ibrahim renewed calls for support by tourist resorts to the ‘Maldives as a Biosphere Reserve’ pledge. Sustainable tourism is of paramount importance to the conservation of the Maldives’ unique environment, as the Biosphere Reserve pledge resonates with the sustainable development agenda of the country. We’re looking […]
Soneva’s Festival of Colour to celebrate rare experiences
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Soneva has launched its first ever year-long campaign known as the ‘Festival of Colour’ to celebrate the diverse array of guest activities and experiences on offer this year, ranging from visiting Michelin-starred chefs and astronomers, through to authors, champion free-divers, artists and more. Each month of the year is associated with a different colour and […]
Maldives honoured with multiple HolidayCheck Awards in 2018
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Four Maldivian resorts won The HolidayCheck Gold Award 2018. The winners are Kuramathi Island Resort, Kuredu Island Resort & Spa, Meeru Island Resort & Spa and Reethi Beach Resort. Eight other resorts also won the HolidayCheck Award this year. The winners include Holiday Island Resort, Embudu Village, Fihaalhohi Island Resort, OBLU by Atmosphere at Helengeli, […]
Devarana Spa announces Thai-inspired ‘Tamrab’ spa packages
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Devarana Spa at Dusit Hotels & Resorts worldwide has announced a new programme of spa packages featuring six distinctive treatments conducted using premium ingredients traditionally used in Thai recipes and medicines. Dusit Hotels and Resorts operates Dusit Thani Maldives, a 94 villa luxury property in Mudhdhoo Island of Baa Atoll – Maldives’ first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. […]
KrisFlyer to launch world’s first Blockchain-based airline loyalty digital wallet
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Singapore Airlines has announced that it’s KrisFlyer frequent-flyer programme is to launch a world-first blockchain-based airline loyalty digital wallet capability that will help unlock the value of KrisFlyer miles to enable everyday spending at retail partners. A new KrisFlyer digital wallet app utilising this innovative technology is expected to be rolled out in about six […]
GM Forum 2017 Highlights: Jasper Palmqvist, Area Director, Asia Pacific – STR Global
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A presentation on an analysis of demand, supply and performance in the Maldives and comparable destinations was delivered at the GM Forum 2017 by Jasper Palmqvist, the Area Director Asia Pacific for STR Global. His analysis showed that length of stay has levelled out in the Maldives, as has rates while RevPAR is back at […]
Hollywood ace cosmetic surgeon Dr David Alessi back in Niyama Private Islands Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Niyama Private Islands Maldives is gearing up to welcome the “beauty whisperer to the stars” Dr David Alessi back for a residency. Dr Alessi is jetting into one of Condé Nast Traveler’s Best Resorts of the World for an exclusive residency at Drift by Niyama, from March 25 to April 5. The only cosmetic surgeon […]
Romance in Maldives at Jumeirah Vittaveli
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Jumeirah Vittaveli is inviting couples to celebrate their love in front of the island’s romantic backdrop of palm trees swaying in the wind with the ocean gently whispering love poems to guests strolling down the powder soft beach. According to Jumeirah Vittaveli, it has dreamed up a selection of extraordinary experiences for guests to indulge in, […]
Valentine’s Day celebrations at Dusit Thani Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Dusit Thani Maldives is getting ready to celebrate Valentine’s Day in style with a host of romantic activities for all the lovebirds out there as it says the “countdown is on to the most romantic day of the year.” For foodies, our talented team of chefs will be preparing everything the heart and stomach desires, […]
Travel Advisories urge for caution while visiting Maldives, as government declares State of Emergency
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A number of countries have asked their citizens to exercise caution when visiting the Maldives, following the government’s decision to declare a State of Emergency. Maldives’ President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom declared a State of Emergency on February 5, for a 15-day period. The Government assures the tourism and travel trade that all tourism-related businesses […]
GM Forum 2017 Highlights: Panel on Employment Law
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]GM Forum 2017 saw a number of expert-led panels discussing an array of vital issues related to the tourism industry. One of the panels saw extensive discussions on issues that derive from the Employment Law, and ways to overcome these challenges. They also discussed the most feasible ways to comply with new amendments to the […]
