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 […]
Federico Catalioto Appointed CSR Manager at Dusit Thani Maldives
Dusit Thani Maldives has appointed sustainability specialist Federico Catalioto as the resort’s new Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Manager. Hailing from Italy, Catalioto has extensive experience in leading CSR initiatives for hotels and resorts focusing on holistic sustainability. After earning his double bachelor’s degrees in Hospitality Management from world-renowned hospitality institutes Glion and Les Roches in […]
First Global Youth Tourism Summit Organised by UNWTO
Youngsters can take part in the very first Global Youth Tourism Summit (GYTS) taking place between 23 and 25 August 2021 in Sorrento, Italy where they can help shape the future of world tourism at this pivotal time in history. It will be the first event of this kind at the global level, allowing young […]
Maldives on the Verge of Having a Fully Vaccinated Tourism Sector
Seventy per cent of resort employees have been fully vaccinated in the Maldives, according to Ministry of Tourism. During April 2021, Visit Maldives and Ministry of Tourism launched “I’m Vaccinated” campaign in order to encourage employees in the tourism sector to get vaccinated. The ultimate target of the campaign was to make Maldives the first […]
Four Seasons Boosts Hiring in 2021 as it Reopens Hotels: GlobalData
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has been ramping up hires in 2021, with new job postings doubling from 431 in February 2021 to 889 in March 2021. The Canada-based company is hiring several senior-level personnel and support staff across its 119 hotels and forty-four private residences, finds GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. The […]
Summer Full of Arts and Immersive Experiences for Young Guests of JOALI
JOALI Muravandhoo in Raa atoll is inviting children of all ages to engage in a programme of summer fun. The art-filled resort is offering guests below the ages of twelve to stay, play and dine for free as part of its Discovery Camp. Activities ranging from oceanography, astronomy, health, environmental science and creative arts and […]
Live the Dream to be a Barefoot Bookseller in the Maldives
Soneva Jani is looking for its next Barefoot Bookseller, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Maldivian candidates. The famous ‘Barefoot Bookseller’ position has received huge international media attention as one of the world’s most desirable jobs. This time, the job opportunity is available for Maldivians. Soneva Jani says the successful candidate will have a good knowledge of […]
Amila Jeewantha Handunwala Appointed General Manager at Raffles Maldives Meradhoo
Raffles Maldives Meradhoo has appointed Amila Jeewantha Handunwala as the resort’s new general manager. With over twenty-five years of experience in the luxury hospitality sector, his expertise will play a significant role in elevating the renowned twin-island hideaway to new heights. Possessing an extensive background with esteemed hospitality brands, Amila has previously lead hotel operations, […]
Introducing the World’s Most Magnesium-Rich Mineral Water – ROI
World’s most magnesium rich mineral water is now available in the Maldives. Magnesium is responsible for the regulation of the overall nervous and muscular system and is known to have various health benefits when enjoyed in moderation. Steeped in mythical legends, the source of ROI water are the springs of Rogaška Slatina in Slovenia. The […]
Hospitality Appointments of the Week
Featured Image: Ahmed Aneel Adam, Director of Reserve, Ozen Reserve Bolifushi There have been exciting new movements in the Maldives hotel industry. This June sees the following appointments. Ozen Reserve Bolifushi has welcomed Ahmed Aneel Adam as the newly appointed director of Reserve. As director, Aneel will be responsible for managing overall operations relating to […]
Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2021 Now Open for Sponsorships
The fifth edition of the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum is now open for sponsorship. Scheduled to take place on 23rd September 2021 at Crossroads Maldives, the event will feature keynote speeches, presentations and panel discussions on a range of topics including hotel technology, market forecasts and human resources management. Maldives minister of tourism Dr Abdulla Mausoom […]
Scholarships Announced for Maldivians by the Asian Institute of Hospitality Management (AIHM)
The Asian Institute of Hospitality Management (AIHM) has announced two scholarships for Maldivians, in loving memory of the late Maldivan entrepreneur Dr Ibrahim Umaru Maniku. AIHM was co-founded by Minor Hotels and Les Roches, a global leader in education, providing a world-class learning experience for future leaders in hospitality, tourism and entrepreneurship. According to Chairman […]
