Resort News Weekly Roundup
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Joan Li appointed new Marine Biologist at Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort has appointed Joan Li as the new resident marine biologist to take forward the OZONE (Outrigger’s ZONE) conservation initiative. A Chinese national from near the North Korean border, Joan says her new job is a dream posting. Joan passed […]
SIMDI Diageo Bartender’s Challenge 2018 concludes
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The winners of the Diageo Bartender’s Challenge 2018 were announced on Thursday, August 16, at an awards ceremony held at Kurumba Maldives. The first of its kind to be held in the country, the competition took place from August 15 to 16 at Kurumba Maldives. Organised by SIMDI Beverage, the two-day competition saw 47 participants […]
Joali Maldives to welcome guests this October
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Located in Raa Atoll, Joali Maldives will offer unconventional luxury through the lens of the resort’s “Joie de Vivre” philosophy, which welcomes guests to celebrate the joy in every passing moment. Guests will experience a new kind of sustainable glamour and a dedication to immersive art that, as per the resort, has never before been […]
Hotelier Maldives partners with Hotel Show Dubai 2018
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hotelier Maldives has partnered with Hotel Show Dubai 2018 as an official Media Partner. Currently on its 19th year, Hotel Show Dubai is the largest, longest-standing and most prestigious hospitality trade event held in the Middle East and Africa. “Our aim with the signing is to connect the Maldivian hospitality market with the over 600 […]
Emilio Fortini appointed General Manager of Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa has announced the appointment of Emilio Fortini as the new General Manager of the resort. Emilio is a seasoned hotelier with over 35 years of hospitality experience in the Asia Pacific region. Emilio joined Rydges Hotels & Resorts in 1995 and held several management positions specialising in F&B. […]
Hotel Asia 2018 to take place in September
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Dharubaaruge in Malé will transform itself to an International Expo called “Hotel Asia” which showcases a high profile exclusive exhibition from September 10 to 12, 2018. The event will be celebrating its 14th year continuously promoting the Maldives food, beverage, hospitality and tourism sectors. The tradeshow is the “crème de la crème” being one of […]
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Chef Michele Mingozzi appointed Executive Chef at Kanuhura Maldives, unveils new Sushi Swing Bar at IRU Beach Chef Michele Mingozzi has been appointed as the new Executive Chef at Kanuhura Maldives. Chef Michele will be responsible for the resort’s eight dining outlets as well as numerous destination and special dining locations and experiences. He […]
Josh Kerr secures Four Seasons Maldives Surfing Champions Trophy, scoring a perfect 10 on final heat
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In the thrilling final day of action at the pumping surf of Sultans, Josh Kerr has taken the 2018 Four Seasons Maldives Surfing Champions Trophy with an impressive perfect ten point ride on the last heat of the finals. Kerr had won two of the three divisions on his way to the Grand Finale matchup with […]
Fadzlon Bakar appointed cluster DOSM for COMO’s Maldives resorts
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]COMO Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Fadzlon Bakar as cluster director of sales and marketing for the Maldives. COMO Hotels operates two luxury resorts in the Maldives, Como Cocoa Island and Como Maalifushi. Bakar’s experience in the luxury travel industry includes three years with Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts, 16 years with Four […]
Gallery: 2018 Four Seasons Maldives Surfing Champions Trophy
The 2018 Four Seasons Maldives Surfing Champions Trophy, dubbed the ‘the world’s most luxurious surfing event’, is back at Four Seasons Kuda Huraa with six superstar surfing champions. With a great looking forecast for the perfect right-handers of Sultans, the race is held from August 6 to 12 with a great looking forecast for the […]
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Shangri-La’s Villingili to host Finale of ABC’s The Bachelorette Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa is set to be featured in the highly-anticipated finale of ABC’s The Bachelorette as the home of the newest bachelorette, Becca Kufrin. The show, currently celebrating its 14th season, travelled to the tropical paradise of Villingili for its final episode […]
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island marks annual Hilton Worldwide Global Week of Service
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]More than 50 volunteers from Conrad Maldives Rangali Island have, in celebration of Hilton Worldwide’s annual Global Week of Service, participated in two projects which are part of Hilton’s week-long celebration of the company’s year-round commitment to serving and enriching the communities where they live and work. To kick-off Hilton Worldwide’s annual Global Week of […]
