GM Forum 2018 to feature discussions on a myriad of hotel industry issues
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]April is set to see extensive discussions on the status of and major challenges facing the country’s tourism industry today at the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum—the only dedicated event in the Maldives for resort general managers. The third edition of the GM Forum will be held on April 18, 2018, at Kurumba Maldives. Since inception […]
Gallery: Emboodhoo Lagoon: CROSSROADS open house for investors
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]More than 15 local and international investors attend the open house event on the business investment opportunities available in the Emboodhoo Lagoon: CROSSROADS project—the first multi-island integrated leisure and entertainment destination in the Maldives.[/vc_column_text][vc_gallery interval=”3″ images=”17192,17195,17190,17196,17191,17194,17197,17193″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
Soneva announces sponsorship of London Art Fair 2018
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Soneva has announced that it will be joining London Art Fair for the first time this year. As Soneva’s Art & Glass programme continues to be a key focus for 2018, Soneva will be supporting the curated exhibition of modern and contemporary art in the VIP area. Soneva is home to the only Glass Studio […]
MMPRC kicks off destination marketing for 2018 with FITUR
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) has kicked off its destination marketing programme for the year with FITUR, the International Tourism Trade Fair Held in Madrid, Spain. MMPRC will participate in 15 international fairs this year, as part of efforts to market and promote the Maldives as a top tourism destination. Five of these […]
Emboodhoo Lagoon: CROSSROADS project sees first open house for investors
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Singha Estate, the developer of the Emboodhoo Lagoon: CROSSROADS project, has held an open house event on the business investment opportunities available in the project. More than 15 local and international investors attended the event held at the National Art Gallery. The CROSSROADS project is the country’s first multi-island integrated leisure and entertainment destination in […]
AHLEI launches tourism-focused Guest Service Gold® Training programme
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI) has launched a new tourism-focused version of its bestselling Guest Service Gold® training and certification programme designed to arm all hospitality and tourism employees with the skills they need to deliver high-calibre service to every guest, every time. In a digital world where 9 out of 10 travellers think reading online reviews is […]
Singapore Airlines’ new A380 cabin products to fly next to London and Hong Kong
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Singapore Airlines (SIA) has announced that London and Hong Kong will be the next destinations to be served by its newest Airbus A380 aircraft, featuring the Airline’s recently unveiled new cabin products. Starting February 16, 2018, the aircraft will operate as SQ322 (Singapore-London) on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. From February 7, 2018, to April 5, […]
Baros Maldives welcomes Ahmed Jihad as new General Manager
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Baros Maldives has appointed Ahmed ‘Jay’ Jihad as the new General Manager of one of the country’s first luxury private island resorts. Ahmed is returning to Baros Maldives, after having worked at the property from 2008 to 2010 as the Operations Manager. He began his hotel career at Full Moon Maldives, after completing a degree […]
UK visitor numbers to the Maldives record positive growth
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The UK outbound travel market to the Maldives is seeing signs of steady growth. The Maldives announced an 18.7 percent increase in UK visitor arrivals when comparing November 2017 with the same month in 2016. In total, 9,579 UK visitors travelled to the Maldives during the month, up from 8,073 a year earlier. Furthermore, UK […]
Singha Estate to hold investor event for Emboodhoo Lagoon project
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Singha Estate PLC has announced that it will host its first investor open house event on January 17 to provide business investment opportunities in Maldives’ first integrated resort megaproject at Emboodhoo Lagoon. Registration for the event is now open. This event, titled “Emboodhoo Lagoon: CROSSROADS”, provides the opportunity to meet and match more than 15 […]
A wellness lifestyle at Niyama Private Islands Maldives with Spa Director Ana Marques
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]One could easily live here. This was the thought that was running through my head as I walked with my therapist, along the sandy pathways lined with island foliage, through the relaxation area with lime trees, back to the reception at Drift Spa by Niyama. I had just finished my massage and was still obsessing […]
Stefan Goehcke appointed as Executive Chef of Six Senses Laamu
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Six Senses Laamu has appointed Stefan Goehcke as its new Executive Chef. Chef Stefan started the culinary career in his native Germany in 2001. After working under some of the finest chefs in Europe, Stefan’s expertise and services as a head chef were devoted to top resorts such as the InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort […]