Train your front desk team on the “Five Pillars of Hospitality Excellence”
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]When a guest enters your lobby, chances are they are about to have their first human interaction with your hotel’s individual “brand”. In the past, most guests called to book by voice and then called back multiple times prior to arrival with questions about driving directions, transportation, area restaurants, hours of operations and the like. […]
GM Forum 2018 Highlights: Special unveiling of The Muraka by Hilton
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Maldives has been a pioneering destination for Hilton to capitalise on the interest towards underwater features. Ithaa, the underwater restaurant at the Conrad Rangali, operated by Hilton, is perhaps the most famous underwater facility in the world. At the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2018 held in April, the hospitality industry saw the launch of […]
Veliche™ Gourmet: The newest addition to BBMs portfolio of world-class products
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Bestbuy Maldives (BBM) has made another exciting addition to its portfolio of world-class products, with the introduction of globally-renowned Belgian chocolate brand Veliche™ Gourmet in the Maldives. The premium brand was launched at an event held at Hulhulé Island Hotel (HIH), followed by a Veliche™ Roadshow hosted by Michelin Star Chef Bruno Menard. “We are […]
Suppliers You Should Know: Aqua Chrome Pvt Ltd
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]For the cover story of issue 32, Hotelier Maldives looks at the history of some of the notable suppliers operating in the country, looking at what sets them apart from their competition. In this feature, we bring you Aqua Chrome Pvt Ltd. Founded in August 2007 by Ismail Noordeen and Yooman Noordeen, Aqua Chrome Pvt […]
Dusit Thani Maldives’ signature Benjarong restaurant receives prestigious Thai Select Award
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Dusit Thani Maldives has officially been certified ‘Thai Select 2018’ by the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), Ministry of Commerce, Government of Thailand. Developed to promote and recognise quality Thai restaurants around the world, the Thai Select seal of approval is only granted to restaurants that serve high quality, authentic Thai food.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Dusit Thani […]
Resort News Weekly Roundup
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Dominic Scoles appointed Hotel Manager at The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort has announced the appointment of Dominic Scoles as the new hotel manager to lead its operations. No stranger to life by the beach, Dominic has moved from the Turks and Caicos for his new role at […]
How to create the perfect hashtag for your next digital marketing campaign
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Not long ago, a lot of people were wondering what a hashtag was and why you would ever need one in their S&M strategies. Today, entire marketing campaigns are designed and even titled with strong, eye-catchy hashtag-ed words. And if #youdontgetit, you will miss out on our next big digital media move.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Hashtags are simple […]
Marco Den Ouden appointed new general manager at Soneva Jani
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Marco Den Ouden has been appointed as the new general manager of Soneva Jani. A passionate hotelier with over 23 years of experience as a general manager, Marco completed his executive MBA at the Rotterdam Business School and throughout his career had worked in Rotterdam, London, Geneva, Chengdu, Singapore, the Maldives, Bali and Zhejiang. “It is […]
Soneva holds Baa Atoll’s first local surfing competition
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Soneva recently organised the Baa Atoll’s first surfing competition for Maldivians. The Soneva Surf Pro 2018 was on held on September 1, near the island of Goidhoo and saw the participation of over 40 competitors. Surfers got to compete in the Over 18, Under 18, and Bodyboarding divisions. The competition’s judging panel included Maldivian pro […]
Crown & Champa Resorts to introduce two new properties this December
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Crown & Champa Resorts, Maldives has announced the opening of two new resorts in the Lhaviyani Atoll of Maldives in December 2018; Kudadoo Maldives Private Island by Hurawalhi and Innahura Maldives Resort. Each resort targets a unique traveller with the aim of offering great quality and value in different segments. The 5-star, all-inclusive resort Kudadoo […]
Komandoo Island Resort appoints Mohamed Solah as General Manager
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Prior to accepting the offer to lead the team at Komandoo and manage the 65-villa gem in the north of Lhaviyani Atoll, Mohamed Solah acquired a wealth of experience within Crown & Champa Resorts, where he started his career in 2002 and has worked at most of the group’s properties since, most recently as Director […]
GM’s View: Riddian Davies, Group General Manager and Commercial Director, Reethi Faru Resort and Reethi Beach Resort
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Reethi Faru Resort, a four-star superior, on the scenic island of Filaidhoo in the northern Raa Atoll has appointed Riddian Davies as the Group General Manager & Commercial Director. Davies joins the 150-villa hotel, following various five-star roles as general manager in London at the Marriott Hotel on Park Lane, the historical Royal Horse Guards […]
