Emirates launches new First Class on 777 Fleet

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Emirates rolls out new Boeing 777’s fitted with it’s game-changing fully enclosed private suites in First Class, as well as refreshed Business and Economy Class cabins. The new Emirates cabins were unveiled for the first time at the Dubai Airshow last month, to positive acclaim from visitors at the show who had the opportunity to […]

Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru offers romance and exploration

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru is offering guests with the chance to revel in romance and exploration all through next year. The luxury resort, boasting wide beaches on a circular island and is popular with couples, has a number of offers specially designed to elevate the sense of love and romance for its guests, while also offering […]

Velana International: Towards a world-class airport

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The development of Velana International Airport (VIA) by Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) might just be the most ambitious and most expensive project undertaken hitherto in the Maldives. The international airport built on the separate island, Hulhulé, just a 5-minute ride by mechanized vessels from the Capital Malé, has served as the gateway to the […]

Centara partners with Oracle and IDeaS to introduce top reservations and revenue mgmt. systems

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Thai-based hotel operator, Centara Hotels & Resorts, has announced it will migrate to Oracle’s Opera, a comprehensive, enterprise-level property management system (PMS), and industry leading IDeaS Revenue Solutions for its G3 Revenue Management System (G3 RMS). This is a move that strengthens and centralises its operating platform, replacing separate solutions for each Centara property and […]

Teresa Tarmey sets up underwater spa residency at Huvafen Fushi Maldives

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A-list skincare expert Teresa Tarmey takes residency at the world’s only underwater spa at Huvafen Fushi Maldives. Guests will have access to Tarmey’s celebrated facials in the luxurious Huvafen Spa treatment rooms situated in the lagoon, eight metres deep in the Indian Ocean starting this December. Guests will have the opportunity to experience the power […]

GROHE SmartControl – 3D showering at a whole new level

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Building on a trend-setting premium product range, advanced craftsmanship and innovation, GROHE presents itself as a global leader which points the way forward for the sanitary market. Quality, technology, design and responsibility are the driving forces behind the brand promise ensuring a perfect water delivery system as its vision “Pure Freude an Wasser” suggests.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image […]

Bain Capital, Tempus Global and TBRJ Funds acquire Trans Maldivian Airways

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A consortium led by Bain Capital Private Equity (Bain Capital) is acquiring the world’s largest seaplane operator Trans Maldivian Airways (TMA) for US$500 million to facilitate seaplane operations for growing tourism demand for the Maldives. The consortium includes Shenzhen Tempus Global Business Services Holdings Ltd (Tempus Global) and TBRJ Fund 1 L.P. Bain Capital, which is headquartered in the US. […]

Puyol and an all-star team takes over the BOLI Stadium at Jumeirah Vittaveli

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Carles Puyol, the legendary long-time captain of football giant Barcelona, joins four other legends for an all-star friendly football game in Jumeirah Vittaveli. Puyol, who was part of the Spanish national squad that won the UEFA Euro 2008 and the 2010 World Cup, was joined in by Scott Parker and Joey Barton on the field, […]

Deveekaa Nijhawan, PR and Communications Director at Niyama Private Islands

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]For our latest feature of Women in Hospitality, we speak to Deveekaa Nijhawan, the PR and Communications Director at Niyama Private Islands Maldives. A young award-winning professional with a jovial personality, Deveekaa talks about her beginnings in the industry and share some insight into the rewards and challenges. Hotelier Maldives: Tell us a bit about […]

Hard Rock Hotel Maldives and Hard Rock Café to debut in Maldives in October 2018

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hard Rock International, globally recognized as a world-class entertainment and lifestyle brand, has announced plans to expand its portfolio with Hard Rock Hotel Maldives and Hard Rock Café Maldives. The two are scheduled to be opened in October 2018, as part of the Emboodhoo Lagoon project – the country’s first multi-island integrated resort project. Hard […]

Adaaran Resorts Maldives holds first Bed Decoration Competition

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Adaaran Resorts Maldives holds its first Bed Making and Decoration Competition 2017. Hassan Majeed and Ahmed Hafiz of Team One from Adaaran Prestige Vadoo were crowned winners in the finals, which followed training programmes and separate competitions in individual resorts. The winner and runner-up from each resort competed in the finals held in Adaaran Prestige […]

Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas, KNOWCROSS partner to improve guest satisfaction

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Several Anantara properties, including Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas, have opted to integrate KNOW Glitch to aid them to effectively manage guest complaints. KNOW Glitch is a software application by KNOWCROSS, a global leader which provides software solutions for hospitality operations. The hotels that have opted for KNOW Glitch include Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas and […]

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