14th edition of Hotel Asia Exhibition is sold out
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The crème de la crème hospitality exhibition of South Asia’s hospitality industry, Hotel Asia Exhibition & International Culinary Challenge is to inaugurate for the 14th year at the Dharubaaruge Exhibition Hall in the Maldives on September 10, 2018, and will be open to the public until September 14, 2018. Since its inception in the year […]
The spas of the future
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Spas started becoming a vital part of hotel offerings in the mid-90s, and some 20 years ago, there were only a few spas. Over the years, the travel market has seen immense development, but the spa industry has been a bit stagnant when it comes to change. Similar to elsewhere, the market in the Maldives […]
Bert Goebel appointed new general manager at ROBINSON Club Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]ROBINSON Club Maldives has announced the appointment of Bert Goebel as the new general manager. Born and raised in Germany, Bert chose a career in the hospitality industry at an early age, and today considers himself as a “cosmopolitan in the industry” with nearly 30 years of experience in high-end hotel, resort and cruise ship […]
The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort announces October opening
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Marriott International has announced the debut of Westin Hotels & Resorts in the Maldives with the opening of The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort in October 2018. Developed by Belluna Co. Ltd, Japan and Asia Capital PLC, Sri Lanka, The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort is set to herald the Westin brand’s wellness positioning in the Maldivian […]
The Nautilus Maldives to hold Open Recruitment Day
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Nautilus Maldives has announced it will hold an Open Recruitment Day Sunday 2nd September at Hotel Jen. “Finding the right people to deliver our concept is a key focus for us and we’re confident that we’ll find who we’re looking for in the Maldives,” said Executive Director, Markus W Iseli, who’ll be at the forefront of […]
Niyama Private Islands introduces Beverly Hills IV Therapy
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Starting October 2018, Drift Spa at Niyama Private Islands Maldives, in collaboration with Beverly Hills IV Therapy, will begin offering a comprehensive menu of IV therapy formulations helping support optimal health and wellness for guests who want to get the most of their Maldives island holiday.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Drift Spa’s resident medical staff worked with Deborah Alessi, […]
Why Asia leads the race in smart hotel technology
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Robot butlers, keyless entry and virtual reality-enhanced room bookings: Hotel guests are increasingly being greeted by these once futuristic tech features around the world. But hotels in Asia have been upping the ante, with a younger hospitality industry – and many guests in their 20s and 30s – quickly taking to new innovations. In Japan, […]
Resort News Weekly Roundup
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Hurawalhi Island Resort unveils Healing Earth products Hurawalhi Island Resort has unveiled an all-new range of Healing Earth products, exclusively designed for the resort. Healing Earth, a premium organic spa brand, created the Healing Ocean range of eco-friendly bathroom amenities for Hurawalhi. The new range was developed with Hurawalhi’s fragile environment in mind and […]
Cocoon Maldives, MyEquilibria opens “Tree of Wellbeing” outdoor gym
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Cocoon Maldives, in partnership with MyEquilibria, has opened the “Tree of Wellbeing” – an outdoor gym located under a canopy of lush tropical trees, overlooking the beach and the shimmering azure lagoon. According to Cocoon Maldives, the outdoor gym was opened following findings of a survey where 85% of the people questioned responded that they […]
Mӧvenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives announces November 2018 opening date
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Nestled on a private island in Noonu Atoll, situated in the northern part of the Maldives, Movenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives promises serene seclusion and tropical tranquillity when it opens in November 2018. The resort will also showcase a series of unique architectural features and distinctive design touches that complement the soothing natural surroundings. The resort […]
Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives hosts “Colours in the Sky” Kite Festival
Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives holds a special kite festival titled “Colours in the Sky”. The festival was held for the guests of Cinnamon Dhonveli, which also saw the attendance of guests from other resorts and Malé. In addition to flying kites, the festival also featured classes on how to make kites, face painting and an inter-department […]
Mohamed Faisel, Executive Pastry Chef (Acting Executive Chef) at COMO Maalifushi
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Mohamed Faisel is the Executive Pastry Chef and Acting Executive Chef at COMO Maalifushi. He hails from Kandy, Sri-Lanka, and has been in the culinary field for around 16 years. He has been with COMO for the last 10 years and has been at COMO Maalifushi since the resort’s pre-opening in 2013. Faisel always had […]
