Barcelos Maldives launches exciting new menu this month
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Barcelos Maldives has announced that it is expanding its menu with refreshing and enticing flavours. The launch of the exciting new menu this month is special to celebrate the start of the holiday season for families & friends to enjoy its mouth-watering dishes, says Barcelos Maldives in a statement. It said that the new additional […]
How small thinking can limit an independent hotel
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Revenue management systems are used by leading hotel brands around the world. However, it can be argued that smaller and independent properties in Indonesia need the technology even more than larger hotels given that limited room volumes mean every pricing decision counts. With the right investment in processes, technology and staff, it’s possible for small-scale […]
Singapore Airlines to redefine premium air travel
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Singapore Airlines has unveiled its highly-anticipated new cabin products which will be fitted to its Airbus A380 fleet starting from next month, following an extensive four-year development programme. Riding on the theme of “Space made personal, experience the difference”, the new cabin offerings provide more space and privacy in all classes, featuring intimate and bespoke […]
Swimsol to host workshop on Solar Energy Technologies for Chief Engineers
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Swimsol, a leading provider of solar energy solutions, has announced that it is hosting a workshop on solar energy technologies targeting engineers working in the hotel industry. The workshop dubbed the “Chief Engineer Workshop: Solar Energy Technology”, will be held on November 20 at The Beehive Maldives Hotel. Chief Engineers, Environmental Officers and Marine Biologists […]
International hotel brands to grace Dhaalu Atoll in 2018
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Dhaalu Atoll is expected to see new hotel openings in 2018, with two properties by RIU Hotels & Resorts and one by Baglioni Hotels. The Spanish Hotel Chain, RIU Hotels & Resorts will make an entrance into the Maldivian Tourism Industry with Kedhigandu and Maafushi. And the atoll is scheduled to be graced with Baglioni […]
Exclusive: Moosa Zameer, Minister of Tourism
Hotelier Maldives sits down with the Minister of Tourism Moosa Zameer, to have a chat about sustainable tourism and its different facets. Zameer believes the Maldivian tourism industry has set a global benchmark in terms of sustainable practices. The key to its success, Zameer notes, is that it has always operated within the bounds of […]
Save the Beach celebrates 10th anniversary
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Save The Beach Maldives is hosting its annual event at Villimalé on November 18, commemorating its 10th anniversary. This year, the event has been named ‘Moodhu Majaa’ and in addition to environment and awareness initiatives, it will also feature many educational and enjoyable activities to celebrate the occasion of the NGO’s 10th Anniversary, says the […]
Spectra Water Solutions
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Often overlooked until serious issues crop up, the management of bottled water (i.e. supply, transportation, storage, disposal of empty bottles etc.) can cause unwarranted frustrations for both small-scale users such as home and offices as well as large-scale users such as restaurants and institutions. Spectra Water Solutions (SwS) brings an end to these vexations by […]
Qaisar Naseem named Group General Manager for Villa Hotels & Resorts
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Qaisar Naseem has taken over as the Group General Manager of Villa Hotels & Resorts. Qaisar, who joined the hospitality industry two decades ago, had been serving as the General Manager of Paradise Island Resort & Spa since January 2010 prior to his new appointment. “My perspective for the future will be analysing, designing, developing, […]
Why cancelling and rebooking is hurting your revenue
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It has never been easier to travel prudently. Online travel aggregator websites allow consumers to quickly and easily compare services to find their best (and cheapest option), exposing quickly any hotels whose pricing appears out of synch with real-time local market conditions. This not only presents hoteliers across the Maldives with challenges to attract the […]
Baros Maldives unveils upgraded Deluxe Villas
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Deluxe Villas at the award-winning resort, Baros Maldives, have recently been upgraded to new levels of comfort and luxury. This upgrade is yet another move to persistently stay ahead of guests’ expectations in Baros Maldives’ endeavour to deliver the absolute best of hospitality. The 24 Deluxe Villas are standard accommodation at Baros Maldives but […]
Coco Collection launches Festive Season game offering seven-night holiday
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In the joyous spirit of the Festive Season, Coco Collection is offering the opportunity to play an online game for the chance to win a holiday in the Maldives. Designed to follow the journey of a guest who is out snorkelling at a reef and is keen to leave the ocean debris free, according to […]