Test driving revenue management solutions: What can you expect & how it will benefit your hotel
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The sleek silhouette of a vehicle effortlessly manoeuvres through a winding mountain pass. It accelerates into the distance – leaving a spray of mist from the dewy road. In the background, there’s an advertising voiceover talking through the car’s key features and encouraging you to test drive it today. It’s tempting, but will the car […]
Six Senses Laamu unveils Deep Blue Divers – a brand new dive centre
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Six Senses Laamu has announced the opening of Deep Blue Divers – a brand new dive centre owned and operated by the resort. With Deep Blue Divers, Six Senses Laamu seeks to offer guests “premier diving experiences in the lively and colourful reefs surrounding the resort and at the same time focus on enhancing guest […]
Soneva, UNDP partner to collaborate on UN Sustainable Development Goals
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Soneva has entered an official partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to increase collaboration on events and projects conforming to the objectives of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The partnership was signed at Soneva Fushi by Sonu Shivdasani, founder and CEO of Soneva, and Shoko Noda, UN Resident Coordinator and UNDP […]
Refined bliss: Amilla Fushi gets a branding makeover
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Amilla Fushi has made waves in the Maldives resort space in the two years since opening in 2015. It quickly became known as a getaway for discerning jetsetters, with sleek whitewashed villas and a greater selection of large, multi-bedroom residences. This has opened up the archipelago to families and groups of friends who appreciate Amilla’s […]
Maldives’ first winter wonderland to be unveiled at Jumeirah Vittaveli
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Jumeirah Vittaveli is bringing another first to the Maldives this festive season, unveiling the destination’s first ice rink. The rink allows guests to be carried away into a small winter wonderland of their own while being enveloped by the warmth of the tropics, says Jumeirah Vittaveli in a statement. An experience unlike any other, guests can […]
Al Shaali Marine, VAMCO partner to offer comprehensive marine solutions.
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Al Shaali Marine Maldives and VAMCO have partnered to provide comprehensive packages; offering Al Shaali Marine’s Island Hopper 50 vessels with VAMCO’s Doosan marine engines. The partnership will result in high-quality complete marine solutions at very competitive prices for resorts, guesthouses and other customers. Exceptional after sales services will be provided by VAMCO Service Centre […]
OBLU at Helengeli named Indian Oceans’ Best Hotel by Virgin Holidays
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]OBLU by Atmosphere at Helengeli has bagged the Gold Award for the Best Hotel – Indian Ocean 2017 by Virgin Holidays UK – one of the leading Tour Operators of the United Kingdom. With a massive & ever-growing business footprint to the Maldives & Indian Ocean region, Virgin Holidays held their Annual Awards Ceremony on […]
Barcelos Maldives launches exciting new menu this month
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Barcelos Maldives has announced that it is expanding its menu with refreshing and enticing flavours. The launch of the exciting new menu this month is special to celebrate the start of the holiday season for families & friends to enjoy its mouth-watering dishes, says Barcelos Maldives in a statement. It said that the new additional […]
How small thinking can limit an independent hotel
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Revenue management systems are used by leading hotel brands around the world. However, it can be argued that smaller and independent properties in Indonesia need the technology even more than larger hotels given that limited room volumes mean every pricing decision counts. With the right investment in processes, technology and staff, it’s possible for small-scale […]
Singapore Airlines to redefine premium air travel
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Singapore Airlines has unveiled its highly-anticipated new cabin products which will be fitted to its Airbus A380 fleet starting from next month, following an extensive four-year development programme. Riding on the theme of “Space made personal, experience the difference”, the new cabin offerings provide more space and privacy in all classes, featuring intimate and bespoke […]
Save the Beach celebrates 10th anniversary
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Save The Beach Maldives is hosting its annual event at Villimalé on November 18, commemorating its 10th anniversary. This year, the event has been named ‘Moodhu Majaa’ and in addition to environment and awareness initiatives, it will also feature many educational and enjoyable activities to celebrate the occasion of the NGO’s 10th Anniversary, says the […]
Why cancelling and rebooking is hurting your revenue
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It has never been easier to travel prudently. Online travel aggregator websites allow consumers to quickly and easily compare services to find their best (and cheapest option), exposing quickly any hotels whose pricing appears out of synch with real-time local market conditions. This not only presents hoteliers across the Maldives with challenges to attract the […]
