Bestbuy Maldives to Host Next BBM Masterclass
Bestbuy Maldives will be hosting three-starred Michelin Chef Bruno Menard on 10th June as part of the company’s Masterclass series. The Masterclass series is a community outreach initiative by Bestbuy Maldives. Chef Bruno is no stranger to professional and aspiring chefs working in the Maldives. Bruno hosted a Masterclass with BBM in 2019 where he demonstrated […]
UNWTO Predicts Tourism on Track for Full Recovery
New data from The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) predicts tourism will recover to pre-pandemic levels this year. The second UNWTO World Tourism Barometer of 2023 indicates that in the first quarter of 2023, international arrivals reached 80% of pre pandemic levels. Twice as many people traveled in Q1 2023 as in the same period last […]
When are Travelers Booking Flights in 2023?
Skyscanner recently released a report exploring the flight booking trends of Q1 2023. The report explores how far in advance travelers from EMEA (Europe, The Middle East & Africa), AMER (North, Central & South America) and APAC (Asia Pacific) are booking flights. Most travelers tend to finalize a trip’s itinerary and accommodation after the flight […]
Marriott International Maldives Celebrates Inauguration of Apprenticeship Program
Marriott International Maldives held an inauguration ceremony on May 8, 2023, to mark the start of its Apprenticeship Program, which will provide 100 new apprenticeship opportunities under the National Apprenticeship Program. The event was held at Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa and graced by the presence of His Excellency Faisal Naseem, Vice President […]
Gili Lankanfushi Maldives Appoints Rodrigo Buanafina as Resort Manager
Gili Lankanfushi Maldives announced the appointment of Rodrigo Buanafina as Resort Manager. It is an internal promotion from Buanafina’s previous position as Director of Food & Beverage. As Resort Manager, he will oversee day-to-day operations of the 45-villa resort, including this summer’s Overwater Bar renovation plans. ‘I am thrilled to be stepping up to the […]
FHAM Exhibition and Global Culinary Challenge 2023 Kicks off Today
Food and Hospitality Asia Maldives (FHAM) Global Culinary Challenge and Exhibition 2023 officially opens today. The event will take place from May 8-10, 2023 at Hulhumale Central Park. FHAM is organized by Dhivehi Expo Services in conjunction with CDC Events and Travel of Sri Lanka. Lily International is the principal sponsor. Esteemed guests including Dr […]
The Nautilus Maldives Appoints Stephanie Beck as Director of Sales
Stephanie Beck joins The Nautilus team as the new Director of Sales. With over ten years of experience in sales at luxury five-star hotels and resorts in the Maldives and Cambodia, she brings a wealth of strategic knowledge and creative drive to the team. After graduating with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Tourism Development […]
China Surpasses USA as Maldives 6th Largest Source Market
China has surpassed the United States and taken the place of Maldives 6th largest source market, accounting for 4.8% market share. As of May 6, 2023, there were 34,367 tourist arrivals from China this year. This year, China is Maldives’ fastest growing market. Two weeks back, on April 23, China overtook France as Maldives 7th […]
Atmosphere Wellness Strengthens Corporate Team with New Positions
Atmosphere Wellness Pvt. Ltd. is expanding its corporate office team to include a new Cluster Spa and Wellness Director and Master Wellness Trainer. The new positions will oversee the spa and wellness operations of all ELE I NA Spa locations to ensure consistent quality and standards. Yani Kartini has been appointed Cluster Spa and Wellness […]
Minor Hotels Certified as a Great Place to Work
Minor Hotels has been certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ by an independent assessment by Great Place To Work®, an international authority on high-performance workplace culture. The certification is based on an anonymous survey of current Minor Hotels employees and an assessment of the company’s culture. Minor Hotels has six properties in Maldives, Niyama […]
La Vie Announces New Resort, NOOE Maldives Kunaavashi
La Vie Hotels & Resorts announces the first NOOE branded resort in Maldives, NOOE Maldives Kunaavashi. NOOE is a new lifestyle brand that promises to be a place where great things happen; where lobbies are abuzz, restaurants are local favorites, pools perform as day clubs and gyms build as many smiles as bodies. “We have […]
ITA Airways to Operate Flights to Maldives from December 16
TA Airways, the state-owned flag carrier airline of Italy, will operate flights to Maldives during the winter season from December 16, 2023 to March 25, 2024. Ticket reservations have opened. There will be two flights a week between Rome Fiumicino and Velana International Airport. The flight will depart from Rome Fiumicino airport at 22:10 and arrive […]
