Alila Kothaifaru Maldives enhances wellness offering under new spa leadership
At Alila Kothaifaru Maldives, wellness continues to evolve with intention and care. At the heart of this journey is Chootima Losakul (Joy), Spa Manager, whose thoughtful approach has been quietly shaping the island’s wellness experience. With over two decades of international experience in luxury spa and wellness, Joy brings an intuitive philosophy that blends traditional […]
Fuel crisis: Looming shadow over Sunny Side of Life
In the Maldives, the “one-island, one-resort” model is the gold standard of luxury and seclusion. However, this architectural isolation comes with a heavy operational burden: total self-sufficiency. Unlike urban hotels, Maldivian resorts function as independent municipalities, managing their own power grids and desalination plants. Traditionally, this autonomy has been fuelled by diesel. But as a […]
‘… because tomorrows start today’: BBM’s hospitality partnership built on purpose
Future doesn’t get built in a single moment. It is shaped through decisions taken early, partnerships sustained over time and investments made before results become visible. That is why the phrase “…because tomorrows start today” as articulated by AVS Subrahmanyam, Chief Operating Officer of Bestbuy Maldives (BBM), resonates beyond branding. In practical terms, it suggests […]
Seventy-five journeys back: Why Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu became home for Mr and Mrs Dissaux
For many visitors, the Maldives is the destination of a lifetime. For Mr Serge Roland René Dissaux and his wife, Jocelyne Christiane Jeanne ép. Dissaux, it has become something else entirely: a place woven into the rhythm of their lives, a country to which they have returned again and again over more than three decades, […]
ProHire Network: Elevating hospitality through strategic talent
As the Maldives’ luxury hospitality sector expands and evolves, the demand for people who can deliver service, leadership and long-term value has never been greater. Led by Mariyam Nasheeda, ProHire Network is bringing a people-first, solutions-driven approach to recruitment and workforce development, helping hospitality businesses build the teams behind exceptional guest experiences. In the Maldives, […]
JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa redefines multigenerational travel in Maldives
As multigenerational travel continues to shape luxury hospitality, JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa offers a considered response with experiences designed for every age group. From duplex villas that provide both shared and private living spaces, to an immersive children’s program and the interactive JW Garden, the resort addresses the evolving needs of modern families. […]
Centara Maldives resorts advance water sustainability initiatives
The Maldives, a destination defined by its pristine lagoons and delicate ecosystems, relies on the careful and sustainable management of its most vital resource: water. Recognising the critical importance of water conservation, Centara’s resorts in the Maldives are taking decisive action to reduce consumption, engage guests, and protect the island environment. Across Machchafushi Island Resort […]
From classic to contemporary: Villa Park’s transformation shapes new Maldivian narrative
Villa Park is one of the Maldives’ classic island escapes, shaped by lush greenery, bright lagoons and a long heritage of welcoming travellers from around the world. The resort’s recent transformation introduces a renewed clarity to the guest experience, presenting a modern, thoughtfully structured approach to island living while retaining the heartfelt warmth that has […]
Abdulla Fathhey: Making a big island feel effortless at Villa Park
By Maaish Mohamed and Mariyam Saliya Mohamed On an island with the scale and recognisability of Sun Island, change is never simply cosmetic. The renaming of a Maldivian mainstay to Villa Park is a high-visibility move, but for Abdulla Fathhey, General Manager of Villa Park, the point is not novelty. It is clarity. Villa Resorts […]
Asia Euro Tourism, Hospitality and Gastronomy Conference comes to Maldives: What hoteliers need to know
When Villa College hosts the ninth Asia Euro Tourism, Hospitality and Gastronomy Conference from 10 to 12 May 2026, it will mark the first time the Maldives has served as the venue for this established international academic and industry gathering. Organised in collaboration with the School of Hospitality, Tourism and Events at Taylor’s University in […]
Le Méridien Maldives blends culture, conservation and contemporary island living
There are Maldives resorts, and then there is Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa. Set on the pristine Thilamaafushi island in the Lhaviyani Atoll, the chic, eco-conscious retreat transforms the Maldivian escape into a journey of exploration, creativity and the art of savouring life’s simple pleasures. Surrounded by turquoise lagoons and a vibrant housereef, each […]
When dredgers draw near: Resorts sound alarm on safety, privacy, guest experience
Resort operators in the Malé Atoll are increasingly voicing concern that dredging activity linked to land reclamation projects is taking place uncomfortably close to resort lagoons, heightening anxieties around guest safety, privacy, and the overall holiday experience. The Environmental Regulatory Authority (ERA) has confirmed it has received multiple complaints alleging illegal sand extraction tied to […]
