Dine with Michelin-starred chef Johannes King at Niyama Private Islands
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Niyama Private Islands Maldives has announced that renowned German chef Johannes King will be hosting two exclusive five-course dinners at the luxury property. Owner of the Michelin-starred Söl’ring Hof, Chef Johannes will serve modern European cuisine paired with a selection of wines in a stunning setting 500m out in the middle of the Indian Ocean, […]
Ooredoo Maldives appoints Thavabalan Poobalasingam as new CFO
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Telecom provider Ooredoo Maldives has announced the appointment of Thavabalan Poobalasingam as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and an Executive Board Director. Poobalasingam’s appointment as an Executive Board Director was made as a duly nominated representative of Wataniya International FZ-LLC. Poobalasingam is a Malaysian who has more than 17 years of experience in the Telecommunications […]
Kandima Maldives turns colourful with first-ever KULA Art Festival
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Kandima Maldives becomes a hive of creative energy as it launches the first ever KULA Art Festival with sensational festivities, whipping up a storm of colour as they headed towards their year-end celebrations. The KULA Art Festival, held as part of the Kandima Art Initiative, was the first of it’s kind to be hosted in […]
HR Maldives, HappyOrNot® partner to introduce Customer & Employee Experience Mgmt. systems
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]HR Maldives has partnered with HappyOrNot® to bring Customer & Employee Experience Management system to the Maldives. HR Maldives is a total integrated Human Resources solution provider that offers Strategic Human Resource Solutions at various stages of an organisation’s evolution. Measuring and improving customer and employee satisfaction is made easy, fun, and effective using the […]
Emirates launches new First Class on 777 Fleet
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Emirates rolls out new Boeing 777’s fitted with it’s game-changing fully enclosed private suites in First Class, as well as refreshed Business and Economy Class cabins. The new Emirates cabins were unveiled for the first time at the Dubai Airshow last month, to positive acclaim from visitors at the show who had the opportunity to […]
Centara partners with Oracle and IDeaS to introduce top reservations and revenue mgmt. systems
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Thai-based hotel operator, Centara Hotels & Resorts, has announced it will migrate to Oracle’s Opera, a comprehensive, enterprise-level property management system (PMS), and industry leading IDeaS Revenue Solutions for its G3 Revenue Management System (G3 RMS). This is a move that strengthens and centralises its operating platform, replacing separate solutions for each Centara property and […]
Teresa Tarmey sets up underwater spa residency at Huvafen Fushi Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A-list skincare expert Teresa Tarmey takes residency at the world’s only underwater spa at Huvafen Fushi Maldives. Guests will have access to Tarmey’s celebrated facials in the luxurious Huvafen Spa treatment rooms situated in the lagoon, eight metres deep in the Indian Ocean starting this December. Guests will have the opportunity to experience the power […]
Bain Capital, Tempus Global and TBRJ Funds acquire Trans Maldivian Airways
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A consortium led by Bain Capital Private Equity (Bain Capital) is acquiring the world’s largest seaplane operator Trans Maldivian Airways (TMA) for US$500 million to facilitate seaplane operations for growing tourism demand for the Maldives. The consortium includes Shenzhen Tempus Global Business Services Holdings Ltd (Tempus Global) and TBRJ Fund 1 L.P. Bain Capital, which is headquartered in the US. […]
Puyol and an all-star team takes over the BOLI Stadium at Jumeirah Vittaveli
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Carles Puyol, the legendary long-time captain of football giant Barcelona, joins four other legends for an all-star friendly football game in Jumeirah Vittaveli. Puyol, who was part of the Spanish national squad that won the UEFA Euro 2008 and the 2010 World Cup, was joined in by Scott Parker and Joey Barton on the field, […]
Hard Rock Hotel Maldives and Hard Rock Café to debut in Maldives in October 2018
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hard Rock International, globally recognized as a world-class entertainment and lifestyle brand, has announced plans to expand its portfolio with Hard Rock Hotel Maldives and Hard Rock Café Maldives. The two are scheduled to be opened in October 2018, as part of the Emboodhoo Lagoon project – the country’s first multi-island integrated resort project. Hard […]
Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas, KNOWCROSS partner to improve guest satisfaction
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Several Anantara properties, including Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas, have opted to integrate KNOW Glitch to aid them to effectively manage guest complaints. KNOW Glitch is a software application by KNOWCROSS, a global leader which provides software solutions for hospitality operations. The hotels that have opted for KNOW Glitch include Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas and […]
Singapore Airlines launches Chatbot for customer queries
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Singapore Airlines (SIA) has launched a beta chatbot, as it expands digital servicing channels for customers. The bot, named ‘Kris’, will initially be available on the SIA global Facebook page, and will later be made available on their website, according to Singapore Airlines. Customers who visit the SIA Facebook page and reach out to the […]
