A journey through time, with industry pioneer Ahmed Adam
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Imagine a Maldives, seldom heard of, barely touched, and truly a luxury to be able to visit. Such a place on earth was even unimaginable to the vast majority of the world, until the iconic image of the perfectly round island, immersed in the endless hues of blues, glistening white beach engulfing a lush tropical […]
Spa Review: Transporting you into a ‘Duniye’ of your own making at the Duniye Spa in Hurawalhi Island Resort
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Dhuniye’ in Dhivehi refers to the world or universe we live in or is used as the colloquial description of a particular world, originating from the Arabic word ‘Dunya’ of the same meaning. The name itself is a tall order for any abode, especially for a spa. The Duniye Spa at Hurawalhi Island Resort beckons […]
The first and only Maldivian PADI Dive Course Director ‘Sendi’ bids adieu to the diving community
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Any diver in the Maldives will tell you it’s impossible to splash down without having heard one of Sendi’s anecdotes at least once. Mentor to literally thousands of students, (he’s certified 1600 divers to date), the immensity of the contribution that Sendi has made towards diving in the Maldives is indisputable. Sipping coffee with me […]
Three ways hotels use market intelligence to drive direct bookings
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]One of the key areas of focus in revenue management is the different ways hotels can consistently and strategically increase their direct bookings. While the great debate on the very best methods to achieve this continues, there remains no shortage of personalization strategies that hotels can use effectively to attract their ideal guests. Travel intent […]
Careers: Mohamed Abdul Hameed – A hero that rose from the waves
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Hotelier Maldives Careers’ section has brought many a story of people whose careers are inspirational, uplifting and a guide to those who seek such aspirations. This story, though inspirational, is contrastingly different. It is a story of sacrifice, a story of courage, but most of all a story of humanity. Mohamed Abdul Hameed is […]
The hidden value in ethically produced wines
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Wine produced under a minimal intervention mantra is continually rising. But what exactly are the categories of wines you should be looking out for and what do they mean? Well, each certified category has its core principles, even if there is a fair amount of overlap. This is a deep subject. However, in a nutshell […]
Improving your hotel recruitment in remote destinations
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hiring qualified candidates to work in remote resorts can be challenging. For starters, it’s likely that the entire recruitment process will take place via phone or Skype, and you will not even meet a new hire until he or she shows up to work. But even before the interviews, your hotel must reach the right […]
CBM – Bringing you the latest in innovative banking
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Dilan Rajapakse has an impressive background of over twenty-seven years of experience in Banking. He moved to the Commercial Bank of Maldives from his previous position as the Chief Operating Officer at the Bangladesh Operations of Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC where he successfully managed the operations. “From this vantage, I see Maldives as a […]
(Jack) Tiang Toh Huat, the Advisory Executive Chef at Summer Island Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Jack Tiang, the Advisory Executive Chef at Summer Island Maldives, is at the top of his field. In October, he competed among the best in the business at the 2016 Global Gourmet Chef Par Excellence World Culinaire Competition and was selected among the world’s top 50 outstanding chefs. Hotelier Maldives sat down with Tiang to […]
Hotel Review: Atmosphere’s all inclusive paradise in Ozen Maadhoo
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A 45-minute ride into hues of the setting sun, this curious traveler found herself heading to Atmosphere’s latest gem – OZEN Maadhoo. As someone who’d spent plenty of weekends picnicking on the gorgeous Maadhoo Finolhu I wanted to see what had been done with the island since its development into a luxury all inclusive resort, […]
Ilora Foods – Innovative Tradition
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Ilora Foods believes in the valuable Italian culinary traditions. The company is committed to quality standards and to provide safe and sustainable meat at competitive prices. Ilora Foods is the sole distributor of Salumificio Valpolicella pork products to the Maldives. One of the most renowned cold cuts artisans of Northern Italy, Salumificio Valpolicella was established […]
Christoph Pentzlin, Executive Chef at Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Christoph Pentzlin always knew that he wanted to be a chef. Growing up in Berlin, Pentzlin became intrigued by the idea of using food to create different impressions and evoke emotions in people. The decision to pursue a career in the culinary sector was a no-brainer. His career took off quickly and Pentzlin found himself […]
