Suppliers You Should Know: Copier Plus

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Copier Plus (Pvt) Ltd. was founded by Mr Hassan Muneer on the precept that superior after sales service and support are the key deciding factors when choosing office automation equipment. The company set out to handle the Toshiba and Brother office automation product line i.e. faxes, printers, multi-function centres, digital photocopiers, notebook computers and business […]

Noku Maldives – a perfect base to explore Maldives’ cultural wealth

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The island nation of the Maldives is one of the most tranquil countries in Asia, known for its natural beauty and its five-star resorts. For a taste of this, most people head to the Maldivian islands to experience a dream vacation. A 50-minute scenic seaplane transfer between Velana International Airport in Malé City, I found […]

Maldives destination marketing: 3 things you need to know about storytelling

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In today’s world, we can be anywhere at any time with anybody just by tapping our fingertips on our smartphones. Attention span is becoming dangerously shorter by the day and recent studies have shown a deteriorating relationship between travellers and destinations. Once upon a time, there was a world without social media and before that […]

Oevaali Art Shop: a truly Maldivian fine arts studio

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Oevaali Art Shop, a fine arts studio owned and managed by four Maldivian artists, has opened its first outlet in Malé. Oevaali Art Shop was first launched in December 2015 as a small art project between sisters Raniya and Raya Ahmed Mansoor, and later joined by artistic brothers Ajuwad ‘Imma’ Rasheed and Ali Ajeel ‘Ajikko’ […]

Soneva announces second edition of Soneva Surf Pro 2018

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Soneva has announced the second edition of the Soneva Surf Pro 2018 competition, which is scheduled to be held on October 6. The follow-up event to the first competition is to be held in the Noonu Atoll, on Lhohi Island, in the Bodu Olhu break. It will be the Noonu Atoll’s first ever surfing competition, […]

Suppliers You Should Know: Centurion Group

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Centurion Group was founded in 2009 by Capt. Ahmed Maumoon and Mr Mohamed Naeem. The company caters to importers and exporters, where they provide air/sea freight and logistics; hotel and resort sector, providing perishable logistics, freight, warehousing and customs clearance work; projects, providing project logistics, ship handling, warehousing and vendor management; ship owners, providing ship […]

One&Only Reethi Rah OOMoments Photostudio; capturing moments today, creating memories for a lifetime

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Surrounded by the crystal turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, nestled within lush tropical gardens and fringed with pure white-sand beaches, One&Only Reethi Rah in the Maldives is an ultra-luxury, all-villa resort offering an unrivalled level of seclusion, choice and personalised exploration. Situated on one of the largest private islands in North Malé Atoll, there […]

Resort News Weekly Roundup

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Six Senses Laamu introduces shrimp-free menus to support sustainable seafood initiative Six Senses Laamu has announced that it will no longer serve shrimp or prawns in either its guest restaurants or staff canteen, as of September 2018. The move follows a visit to Six Senses Laamu by Callum Roberts, professor of Marine Conservation at […]

SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton to open early 2019

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton, a luxurious tropical escape in the stunning Emboodhoo Lagoon, is set to open early 2019. Just 15 minutes by boat from Velana International Airport, this unique, enchanting hotel, designed by renowned architect Bill Bensley, gives guests the sanctuary of staying on a private island while shopping, dining, entertainment […]

Suppliers You Should Know: Bison Maldives Pvt Ltd

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Bison Maldives Pvt Ltd was founded in October 2002 by Mr Abdul Majeed with the aim of ensuring a congenial living for the prosperity of future generations. Under their aim of building a better tomorrow, the company, through the facilities they build and the services provided, hopes to improve the safety and the quality of […]

Women in Hospitality: Khumar Askerova, Group Director of Sales & Marketing, Lily Hotels & Resorts

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Born in Azerbaijan, a country situated in the South Caucasian region of Eurasia, Khumar Askerova’s father was an honoured artist and her mother, a doctor. Now the Group Director of Sales & Marketing at Lily Hotels & Resorts, Khumar was raised in an artistic family, which had an impact and made her follow the traditions […]

Suppliers You Should Know: Best Dives Maldives

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Best Dives Pvt Ltd was first established as Bolifushi Dive Centre in 2003 and was renamed to Best Dives Pvt Ltd in 2008. The company started with the vision of being the first choice in dive centre management, water sports centre management and excursion service provider in the Maldives and around the globe. Best Yachts […]

Show