1st UNWTO World Conference on Smart Destinations
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The World Tourism Organization, the Kingdom of Spain and the Autonomous Community of the Region of Murcia have partnered up to organise the 1st UNWTO World Conference on Smart Destinations, in order to lead and shape this new tourism model for the 21st century, based on Innovation, Technology, Sustainability and Accessibility. We are all aware […]
VIP lounge inaugurated at Kooddoo Airport
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Kooddoo Airport’s VIP lounge is officially open. The lounge was inaugurated by Vice President Abdulla Jihad on 01 December 2016. The lounge will be under the management of Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Resort, set to open next year. According to the resort, the lounge was developed to provide a comfortable environment for travellers while they wait […]
Ryszard Majewski appointed as General Manager of Kurumba Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Kurumba Maldives has announced the appointment of Ryszard Majewski to the position of General Manager. Ryszard will be responsible for the running of this iconic property and overseeing all day-to-day operations. Ryszard Majewski originally comes from Cape Town, South Africa and has worked internationally across a variety of properties in Africa, America, Europe, Middle East […]
Festive Season highlights at Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa is set to celebrate Christmas and New Year with a host of activities for its guests. On Christmas Eve, the evening will commence with a Christmas cocktail party, followed by a delectable five-course Christmas dinner. Highlights include pan fried foie gras and cinnamon crumble, confit of turkey terrine, seafood symphony with […]
What luxury travellers want in 2017
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The year 2016 saw a steep decline in the number of luxury travellers arriving in the Maldives, where more travellers opted for the budget options now available in influx. The year also has already seen a number of new 5 star properties open, with more to come by the end of the year, as well […]
Festive Season highlights at PER AQUUM Niyama
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]PER AQUUM Niyama has announced special activities for the upcoming festive season. Staring on 22nd December, special activities include a Festival Updos Workshop at LIME Spa and an Underwater Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. For little VIPs and families, highlights include storytelling, snorkeling, making Christmas cards and baking. On 23rd December, kids can enjoy face painting, […]
Kuramathi introduces new à la carte menus at four of its signature restaurants
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Kuramathi Maldives has upgraded the à la carte menus at four of its signature restaurants. The Reef, coined as a guest favourite and a classic of the resort, is set over-water and provides stunning views of the teal-tinted lagoon making it a popular choice for its return guests, honeymooners and those that crave fresh fish […]
Kuramathi and Maafushivaru achieve Travelife Gold certification
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Kuramathi Maldives and its sister property, Maafushivaru has won the Travelife Gold award for their sustainability efforts. Kuramathi’ first attained the Travelife Gold status in 2013. Following a new audit this year under more stringent regulations, the resort has been awarded gold status for the second time. This sets the benchmark even higher for Kuramathi […]
Six Senses Laamu announces special activities for festive season
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Six Senses Laamu is gearing up for the festive season with special activities and celebrations planned for guests of all ages between December 23, 2016 and January 3, 2017. Some of the festive highlights include: Dr. Jitendra invites guests to discover the Six Senses Integrated Wellness programs. A variety of classes and workshops have also […]
The Sun Siyam Iru Fushi announces special activities with Marine Biologist
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]To reinforce its efforts on preserving marine life and to provide guests with in-depth knowledge on diving, The Sun Siyam Iru Fushi has joined hands with Hannah Windmill – an accomplished marine biologist and dive instructor. Hannah Windmill has a BSc in Marine Biology and a wide array of experience in the field. She was […]
Summer Island’s chef wins global award
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text](Jack) Tiang Toh Huat, the Advisory Executive Chef at Summer Island Maldives, has been recognised among the world’s top 50 outstanding chefs by the Global Gourmet culinary magazine. Summer Island Maldives also won the award for ‘Outstanding Dining Venue’. The awards were presented at the 2016 Global Gourmet Chef par Excellence World Culinaire Competition’s award […]
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island recognised among Indian Ocean’s top 10
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Conrad Maldives Rangali Island was recognised as one of the top 10 resorts in the Indian Ocean at the Condé Nast Traveler’s 29th annual Readers’ Choice Awards. “We are incredibly honored to be one of the top 10 resorts in the Indian Ocean,” said Lyle Lewis, general manager of Conrad Maldives Rangali Island. “Guests recognize […]
