GM’s View: Owen Ealden, General Manager, Komandoo Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Prior to accepting the offer to lead the passionate team at Komandoo, Owen acquired a wealth of experience in his role as Executive Chef at Kuredu Island Resort and was instrumental in both the pre-opening phase and the operation of Hurawalhi to date as Director of Food and Beverage. The success of Hurawalhi’s 5.8, the […]
Keynote speakers confirmed for GM Forum 2018
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Ibrahim ‘Bandhu’ Saleem, a founding member of Cyprea Group and Chairman of Solarelle Insurance; and Daniel Welk, the Vice President Operations, Luxury and Lifestyle, Asia Pacific, of Hilton have been confirmed as keynote speakers of the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2018. The third edition of the GM Forum would be held on April 18 at […]
Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa Offers New White Platinum Plan
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]With its new extensive White Platinum Plan, Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa caters to the needs of all visitors, from transfers to culinary delights, fine drinks, and experiences around the resort. Upon arrival at the airport, the Hideaway team warmly welcomes you and takes you by speedboat to the island of Dhonakulhi. On-site for the […]
SilkAir to increase frequency to Maldives by four additional flights
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]SilkAir, the regional wing of Singapore Airlines, announces that it will be operating four additional weekly flights to the Maldives starting March 27. With the additional flights, Singapore Airlines and SilkAir will fly a combined total of 18 weekly flights to the Maldives. SilkAir launched its inaugural flight to the Maldives in October 2015, starting […]
Allied Insurance becomes a Platinum sponsor of GM Forum 2018
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Allied Insurance, one of the largest financial institutions and most prominent insurance brands in the country, has partnered with Perspective Pvt Ltd as a Platinum Sponsor of the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2018. With over 33 years of experience in the insurance industry, the 100% Maldivian-owned Company aims to help its customers harness a healthy, […]
Hospitality & Retail Systems (HRS), Oracle Platinum Partner opens its office in the Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hospitality and Retails Systems (HRS), is an international company and market leader in IT for the hospitality and retail industries. HRS recently signed on as the platinum sponsor of Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2018.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]The GM Forum, organised by Perspective Pvt Ltd – the publisher of Hotelier Maldives magazine – is an annual gathering of […]
DOAV unveils Artificial Intelligence powered “Connected Homes”
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]DOAV, one of the leading tech solutions firms in the Maldives has launched their highly integrative and versatile home automation system – “Connected Home”. An all-inclusive smart system where all your appliances can be controlled with the push of a button. “Imagine a home that welcomes you the minute you step through the door. The […]
Soneva to introduce the world’s first fully sustainable surfing programme
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Renowned luxury resort operator, Soneva, has announced its plan to introduce “Soneva Surf”, the world’s first fully sustainable surf programme in May 2018. The launch is planned on the first day of the surfing season, which extends from May to October. As Maldives has become a well-known surfing destination, the programme will tap into the […]
Strides towards sustainability at Anantara and Avani Hotels & Resorts
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Over the past decade, the global tourism industry has conformed to being significantly eco-conscious. The initiative has evolved over the years to hotels abandoning operational methods and various products that harm the environment and replacing them with eco-friendly solutions. With plastic being a massive contributor to the damage the environment sustains on a daily basis, […]
Visit Nature’s Playground by Private Jet
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Niyama Private Islands are now accessible via private jets as Dhaalu Airport is now open to serving, 24 hours a day. Just a 10-minute speedboat ride away from the airport lies Nature’s Playground, a private emerald resort that is composed of overwater pool villas fanning out over the vast lagoon. Dubbed ‘The Crescent’, the villas […]
Mohamed (Sobé) Sobir, F&B Manager at Anantara Kihava Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Born to a middle-class family in Feydhoo, Addu City in the 1980s, Sobé lived with his mother and grandparents after his parents separated when he was just an infant. Shortly afterward, his mother started a new family and had 3 daughters who showered him with affection. The happiness was short lived as his mother […]
Asia Prestige Management (APM) to invest in Maldives Resort
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]After securing Ranveli Island Resort in December 2017, Asia Prestige Management (APM) is rebranding the resort as Zazz Island Resort. The acquisition is part of APM’s strategy to expand into key Asian markets and to strengthen the presence of their brand, Zazz. Located in South Ari Atoll and just 25 minutes away from Velana International […]
