Lorenzo Benvenuti appointed general manager at You & Me by Cocoon Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]You & Me by Cocoon Maldives has appointed Lorenzo Benvenuti as the new general manager. With over 27 years of understanding and experience in the hospitality industry in Italy, UK, Argentina, Colombia, UAE, USA and the Maldives, Lorenzo is sure to become a valued leader for the freshly opened chic resort. Lorenzo grew up working […]
Andy Murray holidays in Jumeirah Vittaveli as it unveils unforgettable Festive Season
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Tennis star Andy Murray has enjoyed some quality time with his family at Jumeirah Vittaveli, posting pictures of his time on his Instagram page. The 31-year-old was seen relaxing, shooting golf balls into the ocean, and playing tennis on the beach at the “2017 Global Hotel of the Year” winner, ahead of his comeback from […]
Football legend Tim Cahill to lead kids football camps at Amilla Fushi
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Amilla Fushi is once again going all out for family holidays in the Maldives, after signing up legendary Everton FC and Socceroos star Tim Cahill to lead a series of free football camps for the resort’s younger guests. Starting with a four-day festive football programme from December 26-29, 2018, Australia’s unparalleled record goalscorer will lead […]
Angsana Velavaru to host Burning Man’s top performer this Festive Season
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Angsana Velavaru has announced an extravagant and glamorous Festive Season with the Burning Man’s top performer – Stuart Hunter aka DJ Motif. The Festive Season at Angsana Velavaru will be an unforgettable beginning with friends and family in an exclusive tropical atmosphere, according to a statement. This year marks the 25th anniversary of Banyan Tree […]
Celebrations to welcome Christmas holidays at Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives resort has kicked off the Christmas holidays in style with a warm and jovial Christmas tree lighting ceremony. The resort, with its aim to ensure that its guests have a festive season to remember, kicked off the celebrations lighting a massive 22ft tree made of traditional dry coconut leaves thatched together to […]
Flyme announces expansion plans to Noonu Atoll
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Flyme has announced intentions to expand its operations to Maafaru Airport in Noonu Atoll. Home to a population of around 10,000, Noonu Atoll hosts a number of resorts such as Soneva Jani, Sun Siyam Irufushi, Velaa Private Island, Chevel Blanc Randheli and the recently opened Movenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives. “We plan on expanding our operations to […]
Rachelle Hill appointed Director of Marketing & Communications at Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi has appointed Rachelle Hill as the new Director of Marketing & Communications of the luxury island resort. Rachelle joins Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi from her most recent role as Director of Marketing & Communications at Fairmont Dubai, a position she held since August 2016. Prior to this role, she […]
Suppliers You Should Know: Onestop
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Maldivian hospitality industry has today grown to a level previously unthought of. With the country labelled as one of the top luxury destinations, guests expect the very best in all aspects of a resort. The design and furnishings of a resort are key to creating a lasting impression and ensuring a luxury tropical island […]
Carpe Diem Maldives announces Marine Expeditions and Conservation Programmes for 2019
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Carpe Diem Maldives announces the continuation of its “Dive with a Purpose” marine conservation programme in 2019, in collaboration with Scripps Institution of Oceanography from the United States of America. Guest divers can join the visiting scientists from Scripps with a choice of two Dive with a Purpose trips on our award-winning cruises, as they […]
Torqeedo: Revolutionary electric boat propulsion
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Electric and battery-powered systems are taking the world by storm, and riding strong in the new waves of technological advancements is Torqeedo – a company which is revolutionising the world of electric boat propulsion systems. Torqeedo specialises in outboards, inboards, pod drives, hybrid drives, sail drives, batteries, accessories and spare parts. Torqeedo products, a subsidiary […]
Heritance Aarah to scout for talent with Open Days in six islands
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Heritance Aarah, scheduled to open soon in Raa Atoll, has announced a recruitment drive with Open Days in six islands across Raa Atoll. Through the events, the resort, a subsidiary of Aitken Spence Hotels, will be searching for motivated individuals to work from guest relations to engineers and chefs. Heritance Aarah has also announced that […]
Niyama Private Islands to host “Manipulator of Flavours” Chef Hervé Rodriguez
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Niyama Private Islands Maldives announces that it will be hosting Michelin-starred chef Hervé Rodriguez during the coming Festive Season. Chef Hervé, known for his contemporary, audacious, and complex creations, will serve guests at the overwater Edge restaurant at Niyama Private Islands from December 19 – 29, according to a statement. Edge is Niyama’s destination restaurant […]