Dusit International’s new hotel brand for “millennial-minded” travellers

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Dusit International, one of Thailand’s foremost hotel and property development companies, has introduced ASAI Hotels, a distinctive new brand designed to link curious, millennial-minded travellers with authentic local experiences in vibrant cities and resort destinations worldwide. Set to officially launch in Q1 2019 with its first hotel in Bangkok’s renowned Chatuchak Market, ASAI Hotels embraces […]

Marriott International seeking to fill numerous vacancies

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Marriott International, in collaboration with Maldives National University (MNU), is hosting an event for candidates interested in joining the Maldivian hospitality industry at one of several properties currently managed by the brand. The company is seeking employees to fill numerous vacancies for two new properties opening last quarter of 2018; Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort and […]

Indigenous Maldivian experiences at Fushifaru Maldives

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Fushifaru Maldives is making waves with a first-of-its-kind arrival ritual by welcoming all guests to the island with the blowing of the Sangu or Sea Conch, thus marking the first of a collection of indigenous Maldivian experiences available at the resort. The Sangu is a significant aspect of Maldivian cultural history and was traditionally used […]

Record-breaking five award wins in one day for Dusit Thani Maldives

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Dusit Thani Maldives has scooped up a record five awards in one day to finish off a multi-award winning first quarter of 2018. It proved to be a day full of success for the Dusit Thani Maldives’ team with awards and recognition received across a range of categories and international ceremonies. Two of the awards […]

Eddie Ng appointed as new Executive Chef at Holiday Inn® Resort Kandooma Maldives

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives has appointed Chef Eddie Ng as Executive Chef overseeing all of the resort’s diverse food experiences. Hailing from Singapore, Eddie has spent considerable time across Asia at leading hotels and resorts such as the Ritz Carlton Millenia Singapore, Hotel InterContinental Dubai, Crowne Plaza Sanya, Crowne Plaza Shenyang Parkview, Hilton Hangzhou […]

Singapore Airlines named Tripadvisor’s ‘Best Airline in the World’

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Singapore Airlines has been named this year’s ‘Best Airline in the World’ in the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards for Airlines 2018. The Airline has also been recognised in seven other categories of the awards by the international travel planning and booking site. Winners of the Travellers’ Choice Awards for Airlines 2018 were selected based on […]

Four Seasons Explorer announces 2018 Manta Trust expeditions

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Four Seasons Explorer has announced its 2018 Manta Trust expeditions, giving guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in the elusive world of manta rays, the graceful ballerinas of the ocean. The Manta Trust Expedition onboard Four Seasons Explorer places participants at the forefront of cutting-edge research. It’s a rare and thrilling opportunity to contribute to […]

Online travel booking on the rise

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As cell phones have become an increasingly ubiquitous part of our daily lives, mobile travel bookings have become more popular for younger age groups and demographics. According to a study by market research firm Euromonitor International, as of 2015, online sales in the Maldives travel market continue to increase faster than traditional offline sales as […]

BBM, MECS to host Masterclass and Barista Workshop in preparation for Hotel Asia 2018

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In preparation for Hotel Asia 2018, Bestbuy Maldives Pvt Ltd (BBM), in partnership with Maldives Exhibition and Conference Services (MECS), is set to host a Masterclass and Barista Workshop on April 19. The sixth of its series, the masterclass will be conducted by Chef Garth Shnier, Complex Executive Chef of Sun International, and Chef Ronald […]

Veligaa Hardware launches new showroom ‘Blanc’

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Veligaa Hardware, a major hardware retailer in Male’ has opened its sixth showroom “Blanc” in Janavaree Magu, Male’. Blanc brings you a range of quality products and latest designs of sanitary ware and interior design solutions. The showroom was opened by Veligaa Hardware’s chairman Mohamed Aboobakuru and Pisanu Hathaipantalux, General Manager of VRH, an award […]

Air France increasing trips to Maldives with new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Air France has been operating two weekly flights to Velana International Airport, on departure from Paris-Charles de Gaulle, since 01 November 2017. The flights were operated by Boeing 777-200, equipped with the then latest Air France travel cabins, with a capacity of 312 seats including 28 in Business, 24 in Premium Economy and 260 in Economy. […]

Jumeirah Vittaveli opens new luxurious wine library Cuvée

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Cuvée is a sophisticated wine library boasting over 350 labels from select vineries around the world including a number of unique bin end wines. Situated within Fenesse, the overwater French fine dining restaurant at Jumeirah Vittaveli, Cuvée is part of the serene and intimate overwater venues that cater to  romantic couples holidaying in the luxury […]

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