Michael Melzer appointed new General Manager of Mӧvenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Michael Melzer has been appointed as the new General Manager of Movenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives, a new resort which is scheduled to open in November 2018. A German national, Michael has more than 35 years of experience in the hospitality industry, many of which have been spent in the Asia Pacific region. With qualifications from […]
Aquila Yachts: Luxury power catamarans
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Aquila Catamarans are now leaders of the power multihull segment in the USA and Australian market, and Aquila is expanding their international distribution through a network of trusted dealerships across Asia and Europe. The Aquila 36 Excursion was designed and developed specifically with the Maldivian needs in mind and with the collaboration of a Maldivian […]
Hotel Asia 2018 set to kick-off tomorrow
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The 14th edition of Hotel Asia is set to kick-off tomorrow at Dharubaaruge Exhibition Hall. The International Culinary challenge 2018 will take place from 9th to 12th October with the Hotel Asia Exhibition starting on the 10th. The culinary challenge will feature a certified judging panel from the World Association of Chefs Society (WACS). This […]
Resort News Weekly Roundup
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Maldives bags three prestigious accolades at World Travel Awards 2018 The Maldives has won the prestigious position of the Indian Ocean’s Leading Beach Destination, Indian Ocean’s Leading Dive Destination and Indian Ocean’s Leading Destination at the Annual World Travel Awards; Africa and the Indian Ocean. The Maldives once again secured the prestigious position after […]
How to generate ancillary revenue in your hotel or resort
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What can you do in your hotel or resort to generating additional income? It often sounds easier than it is in reality. We have been brainstorming and have come up with some great hotel management tips to sell extra services. And then there is the next challenge with upselling and cross-selling. There are several extra services to […]
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 […]
