Park Hyatt Hadahaa offers marine aficionados dive package into Southern Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa has introduced the Dive & Explore Huvadhoo Atoll Maldives package offering guests the opportunity to explore the unbelievable marine biodiversity of one of the most conserved atolls in the Maldives, Huvadhoo Atoll, from a unique viewpoint. Guests booking the Dive & Explore Huvadhoo Atoll Maldives package will be offered the opportunity […]
Singapore Airlines launches Chatbot for customer queries
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Singapore Airlines (SIA) has launched a beta chatbot, as it expands digital servicing channels for customers. The bot, named ‘Kris’, will initially be available on the SIA global Facebook page, and will later be made available on their website, according to Singapore Airlines. Customers who visit the SIA Facebook page and reach out to the […]
Building a Business with a Conscience
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In honour of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) naming 2017 as the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development, we look into the success of companies that have paved the way for sustainability in Tourism. The now-undeniable truth of the matter is, the days when sustainable development was heralded as a mere passing trend catering […]
Tourist arrivals set to surpass record set in 2016
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]With the peak season beginning in December, tourist arrivals to the Maldives could surpass the record of 1,286,135 set in 2016. Tourist arrivals to the Maldives exceeded 1 million during October, reaching 1,125,995 visitors in 2017. As of October, Maldives recorded a 6 percent increase in tourist arrivals, compared to the January to October period in […]
Experience Maldives in a whole new light at ROBINSON Club Noonu
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A 45-minute scenic seaplane ride will take you to the jewel of ROBINSON Club Noonu, located in Noonu Atoll. Whether you’re a family, a couple on your honeymoon, or travelling alone, ROBINSON Club Noonu has everything you want from a ROBINSON holiday.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”16754″ img_size=”full” onclick=”link_image”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]The peaceful and tranquil island of ROBINSON Club Noonu […]
Maldives wins big at the World Travel Awards and World Spa Awards
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Maldives has been recognised as the World’s Leading Honeymoon Destination and the World’s Leading Dive Destination at the 24th annual World Travel Awards and Indian Ocean’s Best Spa Destination at the 3rd annual World Spa Awards. Hosted at the five-star JW Marriot Phu Quoc Emerald Bay in Vietnam, the event was attended by hospitality […]
IDeaS gives new revenue opportunity with component room optimization
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Though common in resorts and hotels today, component rooms and flexible inventory are a tricky business for revenue managers in the Maldives. These unique rooms have traditionally required manual pricing and constant oversight – and are often undersold because of their complexity compared to standard rooms. To help hoteliers maximise profit potential, IDeaS Revenue Solutions […]
Dusit Thani Maldives launches new villa category
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Dusit Thani Maldives, owned by Thai-based luxury resort operator – Dusit International, has introduced a new villa category – Beach Deluxe Villas with Pool. These new villas offer pools on the beachfront, giving private beach area with the pool and then opening out onto the main beach, so guests can have both opportunities of pool […]
W Maldives welcomes Przemek Sobocki’s artistry
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Tokyo-based illustrator and designer Przemek Sobocki brings W Hotels’ passion for design to life at W Maldives. The artist has created custom designs for the resort’s new luxury golf cars, key rings, luggage stickers and tags. Though Przemek’s background is in Interior and Fashion Design, he divides his time between Tokyo and London, where beside […]
European, GCC arrivals set to grow with Etihad Airways’ additional flights
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Tourist arrivals to the Maldives from the GCC and European countries are expected to grow next year with the increased frequency of Etihad Airways operations between Abu Dhabi, UAE and Malé, Maldives. Etihad Airways recently announced four additional weekly flights on the popular Abu Dhabi – Malé route, taking frequency to the Maldives to 11 […]
Jetwing Symphony Limited opens Initial Public Offering
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Jetwing Symphony Limited (JSL), the investment arm of Sri Lanka’s family owned pioneering hospitality brand Jetwing has announced the opening of its Initial Public Offering scheduled for December 14, 2017. The bid expects to raise LKR753 to LKR904 million by offering 50, 218, 856 ordinary shares at LKR15.00, LKR16.00, LKR 17.00 and LKR 18.00 per […]
Helen Bolton, Director of Sales and Marketing at Kanuhura Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In this edition of Women in Hospitality, we talk to Helen Bolton, Director of Sales and Marketing at Kanuhura Maldives. Hailing from Yorkshire, UK, Helen began her career in hospitality as a tour guide/holiday representative for Sunset Holidays at the tender age of 20. As well as studying business administration, Helen also completed a BTEC […]