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 […]
Adaaran Resorts Maldives holds Dhivehi Rahathah Challenge
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Adaaran Resorts Maldives’ first ever culinary challenge competition, dubbed the ‘Dhivehi Rahathah Challenge’, has concluded. The culinary competition concluded after three months of training programmes and competitions among resort teams, and a day-long culinary competition between the winning teams. The most prestigious award of the competition was awarded to Team 2 from Adaaran Club Rannaalhi […]
Chef Vincent Tan – The “Iron Chef” from Malaysia
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A native of Malaysia, the Executive Chef of Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives – Vincent Tan’s culinary journey spans thirty remarkable years with a string of triumphant accolades and awe-inspiring experiences. Having served his cooking to dignitaries and Heads of States such as Prince Andrew of the United Kingdom and Madeline Albright, the former Secretary […]
Bandos Maldives marks 45th anniversary
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Bandos Maldives, the second private island resort to open in the Maldives, has celebrated its 45th anniversary. The stunning coral island resort opened its shores to guests in December 1972 following the construction of just 28 rooms – regarded at the time as an iconic development in the Maldives hospitality industry. Now it is a […]
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 […]
