Two Maldives’ resorts named amongst Top 25 Hotels in the World by TripAdvisor®
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Two luxury hotels in the Maldives—Baros Maldives and Gili Lankanfushi—have been named winners amongst the Top 25 Hotels in the World at the TripAdvisor® Travelers’ Choice® Awards. TripAdvisor®, the travel site that helps find the latest reviews and lowest prices, determined the winners based on the millions of reviews and opinions collected in a single […]
BML posts strong Q4/2017 results
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Bank of Maldives (BML) closes 2017 with positive final quarter results as Profit After Tax at MVR350 million was up 42% on the previous quarter, underpinned by solid business growth across all key business lines and robust loan book quality. Andrew Healy, the Chief Operating Officer of BML, hosted a special lunch for its partners […]
Jean-Christophe Nager to represent TSMIC at GM Forum 2018
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Small Maldives Island Co. (TSMIC) has confirmed Jean-Christophe Nager, the General Manager of Huvafen Fushi, to represent the brand at the GM Forum 2018. The third edition of the GM Forum will be held on April 18, 2018, at Kurumba Maldives. Jean-Christophe will represent Huvafen Fushi, Amilla Fushi and Finolhu, operated by TSMIC, at […]
Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort unveils new exciting offers
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort has announced three new exciting developments for holidaymakers: a new mega value-added Family Getaway experience, an improved All-Inclusive (AI) offering, and a new All-Inclusive Plus (AI+) package. The Family Getaway Experience gives a family of four to six their own private 282 sq. m two-bedroom luxury pool villa with complimentary transfers […]
Villa Airport Maamigili: An ever-expanding story
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Just six years into operation, Villa Airport Maamigili (VAM) is preparing to unveil a new 14,478 square feet terminal building during the first quarter of 2018. The current terminal building—5,242 square feet in size—was built in November 2011 with basic facilities. “The current airport terminal is small. In order to alleviate any inconveniences passengers may […]
Brice Borin appointed General Manager of Mövenpick Resort & Spa Kuredhivaru Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has appointed Brice Borin as the General Manager of its soon-to-open Mövenpick Resort & Spa Kuredhivaru Maldives. Mövenpick Resort & Spa Kuredhivaru Maldives is nestled on the stunning Kuredhivaru Island in Noonu Atoll. It is expected to open during the third quarter this year. The highly-skilled and experienced French hotelier, Brice […]
Six Senses appoints Jeffery Smith as Vice President, Sustainability
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas has appointed Jeffery Smith as the new Vice President of Sustainability. Jeffery was promoted to the role of vice president, sustainability from his former role of director of sustainability, and takes over the position from Amber Marie Beard who will consult on special projects. Since joining Six Senses in 2016, […]
Soneva Fushi becomes world’s first resort to launch 3D Astronomy
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Soneva has become the first to bring 3D astronomy to resort tourism. Using the latest 3D technology with a brand new Meade telescope, Soneva Fushi’s resident astronomers are now able to show guests the vast differences in distance between stars and other celestial objects – enabling guests to gain a new appreciation of the nature […]
Extraordinary gastronomic experiences at Hurawalhi Island Resort
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hurawalhi Island Resort is inviting guests for an extraordinary gastronomic experience hosted by two Michelin-star chef Fulvio Siccardi. The decorated chef Fulvio Siccardi will be hosting the dining experiences from January 27 to 29, with seating at the luxuriously decorated table dug into the powdery sand in Dream Island. Having received Michelin acclaims for his […]
GM Forum 2017 Highlights: Hussain Afeef, Chairman, Crown & Champa Resorts
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Delivering the keynote speech at the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2017, Hussain Afeef (Champa), the Chairman of Crown & Champa Resorts, describes tourism in its infancy in the isles, when he and Mohamed Umar Maniku essentially ushered in the era of tourism to the Maldives. We’re looking forward to GM Forum 2018—to be held on […]
Soneva Jani has the “World’s sexiest bedroom”, according to Mr & Mrs Smith
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Soneva Jani has been awarded the World’s Sexiest Bedroom by The Mr & Mrs Smith Hotel Awards 2018. The Mr & Mrs Smith Hotel Awards unveiled the “very best of the very best” lodgings around the world for 2018, naming two resorts in the Maldives. “As a travel club, we like to do things a […]
Gold Standard – Three Maldives hotels named amongst world’s best
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Three Maldives hotels have made the highly influential list of best hotels in the world for 2018 by Condé Nast Traveller. Cheval Blanc Randheli in Noonu Atoll, Four Seasons Private Island at Voavoh, Baa Atoll and Soneva Fushi in Kunfunadhoo Island all feature in the travel bible’s 2018 list. “This is our list of the […]
