BBM, MECS hold 6th Masterclass and Barista workshop
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Bestbuy Maldives (BBM) together with Maldives Exhibition and Conference Services (MECS) has hosted the 6th Masterclass and Barista workshop at Hulhulé Island Hotel. The session – held in preparation for Hotel Asia 2018 – was conducted and guided by Chef Garth Shnier, Complex Executive Chef of Sun International; and Chef Ronald Prasanto, Executive Chef of […]
Leading hoteliers discuss challenges at the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2018
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The third Hotelier Maldives GM Forum, bringing together hospitality industry leaders of Maldives to discuss important aspects of the industry, has come to a successful close. Over 150 delegates representing over 40 hospitality brands attended the forum held at Kurumba Maldives on April 18, 2018. The third in the series, this year’s forum discussed topics […]
Conrad Maldives announces world’s first undersea villa at the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Conrad Maldives Rangali Island has announced the development of THE MURAKA – what is believed to be the world’s first undersea residence. The new level of accommodation, which is expected to be open in November, was officially announced in the Maldives at the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2018, in the presence of over 150 hotel industry […]
Industry professionals gather for the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2018
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]With over 150 hotel industry professionals, the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2018, is held at Kurumba Maldives. Representing over 40 local and international hotel brands, the delegates are in for a day of keynote speeches, presentations and panel discussions themed around an array of topics related to the industry.[/vc_column_text][vc_gallery interval=”3″ images=”18536,18537,18538,18539,18543,18544,18546,18549,18540,18541″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
Wellness redefined at Gili Lankanfushi with innovative programme
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Wellness tourism, or tourism for the purpose of promoting health and well-being through psychological, physical, or spiritual pursuits, is a rapidly developing niche market in the tourism industry and is increasingly becoming the industry norm for tourist destinations in tropical regions. Whilst tropical resort vacations are synonymous with rest and relaxation, it was only recently […]
Jan Tibaldi appointed new General Manager at One&Only Reethi Rah
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]One&Only has announced the appointment of established industry leader Jan Tibaldi as General Manager of One&Only Reethi Rah in the Maldives. In his new role, Jan will be responsible for the overall operation and strategic development of the award-winning all-villa resort, as well as leading the One&Only Reethi Rah Team to continue to create unrivalled […]
Mohamed ‘Didi’ Abdulla, F&B Manager, Adaaran Club Rannalhi
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Sitting at the bar sipping a glass of orange juice, I sat content, observing the hive of activity around me. Adaaran Club Rannalhi (ACR) deserved its name. The atmosphere was charged and had the vibe of a night-club, guests walking around in vibrant attire, some dancing on their feet to the EDM booming from the […]
Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas voted Most Instagrammable Hotel in the World
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas has been named the World’s Most Instagrammable Hotel. The upscale resort located in Baa Atoll, Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas defeated Mandapa, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve 45,385 – 30,143, taking home the crown in Luxury Travel Advisor’s inaugural Most Instagrammable Hotel in the World contest. To reach the finals, Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas […]
Outrigger Hotels & Resorts announces new President and CEO
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Outrigger Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Jeff Wagoner as the company’s new president and chief executive officer. KSL Resorts co-founder and CEO Scott Dalecio, who has been serving as Outrigger’s interim CEO since early 2017, was also appointed as the executive chairman of the global hospitality brand.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Wagoner joins Outrigger with wide-ranging […]
Get your hotel operations team onboard The Tricycle of Guest Service
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As hospitality industry trainers know, using symbols and models can help trainees grasp abstract concepts and make seemingly-complex paradigms easy to understand. Seems like is a good time for the hotel industry to update its model, so let’s get your team onboard The Tricycle of Guest Service. When you think about it, a tricycle is […]
Maagiri Hotel: Simplicity delivered in style
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Maagiri Hotel, a new luxury hotel offering panoramic views of the north-eastern waterfront of Malé, is now open. Conveniently located opposite Hulhumalé Ferry Terminal, the nine-storey hotel offers 52-rooms.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]The hotel, operated by Maagiri Investments Pvt Ltd, offers accommodation in four categories with elegant interiors, luxurious comforts and panoramic views. It also features a coffee […]
French visitor numbers to the Maldives record positive growth
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The French outbound travel market to the Maldives is seeing signs of growth. The Ministry of Tourism has revealed a 4.6 percent increase in French visitor arrivals by the end of 2017. In total, 42,365 French tourists travelled to the Maldives, up from 40,487 a year earlier. France, the seventh largest source market for visitors […]
