Maldivian perfume launched at airport duty-free grand sale
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Maldives Airports Company Ltd (MACL) has launched a new Maldivian perfume following the inauguration of a ‘Grand Sale’ at the airport’s duty-free to mark its 50th anniversary. The Kokeshi perfume and grand sale were launched by MACL’s managing director, Adil Moosa, at a ceremony held Sunday afternoon at the departure area of the Ibrahim Nasir […]
Careers: Roberto Cuda, Mixologist
At an early age, Roberto Cuda knew the humdrum of an office job was not for him. At the age of 22, he discovered the ideal profession: Mixology.
Kurumba Maldives celebrates International Children’s Day
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Kurumba Maldives welcomed some 30 children from the ‘Kudakudhinge Hiyaa’ orphanage in Vilimale to celebrate Children’s Day on the luxury resort for a fourth consecutive year. The children, aged 9 to 16, were greeted by a special performance from a Bodu Beru team and treated to a delicious buffet lunch and sweet treats prepared by […]
Four Seasons develops private island in Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has announced the opening of a private island in the Maldives in late 2016. The first private island in the leading luxury hospitality company’s portfolio is located in a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in the north-central Baa atoll. According to Four Seasons, the secluded five-acre island of Voavah will have seven […]
Milaidhoo Island Maldives due to open in November
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Universal Resorts’ new five-star property, Milaidhoo Island, is due to open for business in November. Located in Baa atoll’s UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the secluded island retreat is a 30-minute seaplane flight from the Ibrahim Nasir International Airport. “We’re all very excited about the opening of Milaidhoo Maldives. Milaidhoo is not going to be just another […]
Maldives welcomes 500,000th visitor
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) has welcomed the 500,000th visitor to the Maldives this year. The ceremony held yesterday saw the MMPRC, together with the Ministry of Tourism, welcome Nicolas Lamperin and his family with a free holiday from Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru and a commemorative plaque. Officials from the ministry and MMPRC […]
Outrigger gears up to celebrate anniversary of conservation efforts
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Outrigger Resorts is gearing up to celebrate the one-year anniversary of its innovative global conservation initiative, OZONE (Outrigger’s ZONE), with a variety of environmental events and activities. In conjunction with World Oceans Month, and in collaboration with its global OZONE partner organisations, the celebratory activities will take place at Outrigger’s nine iconic beachfront properties in […]
Ooredoo ranked in Top Ten of Region’s Most Valuable Brands
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Ooredoo has been ranked in the top ten most valuable brands in the MENA region, a new study reveals. According to a press release issued by Ooredoo Maldives, the new status confirms the brands’ position as one of three leading Qatari brands in the top ten, and among the strongest communication brands ranked in […]
Minor Group Chairman to receive HICAP Lifetime Achievement Award
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]William E. Heinecke, founder and chairman of the Minor Group, is the recipient of this year’s Hotel Investment Conference Asia Pacific (HICAP) Lifetime Achievement Award. The award will be presented at the HICAP event to be held from 19 – 21 October at the InterContinental hotel, Hong Kong. Organised and co-hosted by Burba Hotel Network […]
JLL Hotels & Hospitality appoints Andrew Langston as Executive Vice President
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]JLL Hotels & Hospitality has appointed Andrew Langston as Executive Vice President to lead its asset management business in Indochina. According to JLL, Langston will be based in the company’s Bangkok office. He will be working closely with its teams in Thailand and Singapore. Langston’s key responsibilities include growing the company’s Asset Management portfolio and […]
Kuramathi unveils Champagne Loft, upgraded seafood restaurants
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The newly renovated Kuramathi Island Resort now boasts a champagne loft and two seafood restaurants. The resort unveiled its new villas and beautifully designed restaurants in March this year as part of its efforts to deliver a more refined experience to its guests. “With value added all-inclusive plans, the island has built a continuous rapport […]
Maldives named Best Beach Destination
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Maldives has been crowned Best Beach Destination award at the annual Italia Travel Awards, a prestigious accolade dubbed the Oscars of Italian travel awards. The gala ceremony took place on 26 May at the Roman Aquarium, situated in the heart of the Italian capital. According to a press release issued by the Maldives Marketing […]
