Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa introduces MICE facilities
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa has introduced new facilities and concepts for meetings, incentives, conferences and special events. The resort has also introduced creative catering services with each venue offering a one-of-a-kind ambience and exceptional experiences. For meetings and conferences, The Library has a capacity of up to 20 persons and is equipped with computers, […]
Maldives to develop halal resort
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The government has announced plans to develop a halal resort in the Maldives. The announcement was made last Thursday at the opening ceremony of the Islamic and Finance Industry Conference held at Bandos Maldives. The Sharia-compliant resort will be developed by the Maldives Centre for Islamic Finance (MCIF). Speaking at the ceremony, vice president Abdulla […]
Solarelle Insurance – Maavadiya
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A dynamic new power in the insurance industry, Solarelle Insurance is focused on finding new and innovative ways of reducing risks and losses for both individuals and organisations. Backed by a team of experienced insurance professionals, the company is devoted to providing comprehensive solutions that can be customised to suit the diverse needs of individual […]
New Year, No Rules at W Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]To celebrate the festive season, W Maldives has planned exciting events from 11 December to 1 January 2017. Highlights include breakfasts with international DJs, pool and desert island parties, sunset sessions and cruises, cocktail parties and a gala dinner. “W Maldives will upend tradition and rewrite the rules of the holidays with a street art–style take […]
The GM’s View: Rein W.M van Zandvoort, OBLU by Atmosphere at Helengeli
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Rein W.M van Zandvoort has worked in the travel and tourism industry for over 22 years. Hailing from Holland, Rein first got the opportunity to work at the famous brand Sheraton in Russia. He has since worked at hotels and resorts in Kuwait, Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Singapore and a few resorts in the Maldives, including […]
Jumeirah Vittaveli appoints new Executive Committee Members
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Jumeirah Vittaveli has made a number of senior leadership appointments; Benedict Hopkins as the Director of Finance, Lijo John as the Director of Revenue Management and Mike Audrain as Director of Human Resources. Amit Majumder, the General Manager of Jumeirah Vittaveli, said: “A strong team is made of dedicated and experienced professionals and therefore I […]
Coco Collection appoints new Group General Manager and Head of Sales and Marketing
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Coco Collection has appointed Antony Paton as its Group General Manager and Andrew Ashmore as the Head of Sales and Marketing. As the Group General Manager, Antony Paton will oversee the operations of all three properties in the portfolio. With 40 years of experience, knowledge and background of the travel and hospitality industry, Paton’s recent […]
Careers: Ahmed Rifau, Director of Operations, The Sun Siyam Iru Fushi
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hotelier Maldives sat down with Ahmed Rifau for a chat about his 23 years in the hospitality industry. Starting at the bottom rung, Rifau’s passion for the industry and his thirst for knowledge coupled with hard work has helped him rise to the position of Operations Director at the Sun Siyam Iru Fushi. “Growing up […]
Outrigger wins Best Hotel/Resort Website award
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Outrigger.com has won the Best Hotel/Resort Website award at the Travelmole Asia Pacific Web Awards 2016. Mark Simmons, Outrigger’s Vice President of Sales & Marketing Asia Pacific accepted the award at the Travelmole Asia Pacific Web Awards ceremony 20 October during the ITB Asia travel show in Singapore. According to Outrigger, the newly designed website […]
Hotel Review: OBLU by Atmosphere at Helengeli
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As advertised, the speedboat ride to Helegeli is short and scenic. We alight and walk straight into the airy reception on the jetty, open on all sides to a full view of the sun-kissed sea and the gleaming island across a walkway. The smiling general manager, Rein W M van Zandvoort, greets us cheerfully as […]
Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort wins Best Resort award
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort has won ‘Best Resort’ in the Travel Weekly Asia 2016 Readers Choice Awards. The award “honours the ‘best of the best’ in the travel industry,” said Travel Weekly Asia Group Publisher, Irene Chua. Outrigger Resort Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Mark Simmons, accepted the award at the Readers’ Choice […]
Outrigger launches DISCOVERY loyalty program
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As the newest hospitality brand to join the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), Outrigger Resorts is debuting its first-ever loyalty program with a chance for members to win the adventure of a lifetime and vacation at nine beachfront Outrigger Resorts. Airfare included, one lucky winner will have a chance to travel to some of the world’s […]
