Ali Fulhu Thuthu Foundation: Addressing basic unmet needs through community-initiated projects
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]With a vision to improve the common citizen’s quality of life, the Ali Fulhu Thuthu Foundation came into existence in November 2000. Aiming to provide equal opportunities for every Maldivian, this family venture was initiated in honour of the late Moosa Ali, otherwise known as Ali Fulhu Thuthu. During the time of formulation, the foundation’s […]
Maldives Travel Awards: Guesthouse Edition 2017 open for nomination
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]MATATO Maldives Travel Awards: Guesthouse Edition 2017 has been opened for nominations. Maldives Travel Awards, organised by Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO), is the prize created to celebrate the commitment, Excellence and Expertise in the Maldivian Tourism Industry, and was first launched in 2012, according to MATATO. Maldives Travel Awards celebrates […]
Dometic: Mobile living made easy
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Dometic is the world’s leading supplier of minibars to the hotel industry. And it’s not just the Burj Al Arab in Dubai and Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi that comes knocking on our door, but hotels of every kind. It sold more than 5.5 million Dometic minibars in hotel rooms around the world. Over the […]
David Stepetic appointed General Manager at Gili Lankanfushi
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]David Stepetic has been appointed the General Manager at Gili Lankanfushi. Over the past five years, the resort has set the benchmark for barefoot and understated luxury in the Maldives, with 45 sophisticated over-water villas and a serious commitment to sustainability, reads a statement by the resort. David Stepetic joins Gili Lankanfushi from Jumeirah Dhevanafushi […]
Can Maldives be the next Wellness destination?
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Unlike many European countries, as well as other tropical resorts, the Maldives does not yet have a Wellness retreat or a medical Spa. In the past decade, increasing number of people are looking for more than just relaxation and fun during their vacation. Looking after your wellbeing, being aware of how different foods affect your body […]
Wellness Summit attracts over 20 brands, Morteza Capital becomes Knowledge Partner
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Final preparations to host the Hotelier Maldives Wellness Summit 2017 are underway, with the confirmation of Morteza Capital as the Knowledge Partner. The gathering—bringing together a number of industry leaders and related professionals—will be held on September 6 in Kurumba Maldives. The forum has attracted the representation of over 20 hotel brands in the Maldives—including […]
The Residence Maldives by Cenizaro gears up for fifth anniversary
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Residence Maldives by Cenizaro is gearing up for its fifth anniversary, unveiling a special offer coinciding with the anniversary celebrations. The Residence Maldives is inviting guests to celebrate its success from the past five years with an exclusive “Five” deal. The special deal comes with many complimentary offers, including a meal plan upgrade, 50-minute […]
Cocoon Maldives’ Kite Festival to feature Italian Fly Kite Champion
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Cocoon Maldives has opened its doors for travellers to experience the best of tropical sunshine and joyous holidays at Cocoon, this September. This September, Italian Fly Kite Champion Eddy Angelino of Free Sport Kite, will be bringing a whole new added value for stay vacationers, says Cocoon Maldives in a statement. This humongous event is […]
Baros Maldives features enhanced grill dining
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The popular Cayenne Grill at Baros Maldives has been reopened with an enticing new menu for intimate beachside dining in a natural setting. Tables are set in open-sided pavilions as well as under an enlarged thatched roof on an expanded wooden deck now extending over the tranquil waters of the Baros lagoon. The surrounding tropical […]
Chef Willment Leong hosts Masterclass ahead of Hotel Asia Culinary Challenge
A masterclass featuring star Singaporean chef Willment Leong was held at the Hulhulé Island Hotel’s Ras Maalam ballroom on Saturday, 26 August. The class, now in its fifth edition, was hosted by Bestbuy Maldives (BBM) and Maldives Exhibition and Conference Services (MECS) and saw close to a hundred participants, most of whom will be taking […]
Ooredoo Maldives launches nationwide broadband
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Ooredoo has announced the expansion of its broadband network to all corners of the Maldives, with the launch of Faseyha Home Broadband. “Since receiving our ISP license, our vision has been to ensure that families and businesses across the Maldives have access to high-speed broadband services, and the vast opportunities that come with it,” says […]
Splurge or save? Some of the best places for locals & expats in Maldives to vacay this Eid 2017
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Don’t want to step off Paradise just because it’s Eid? We get it. Maldives is beautiful this time of the year so if you’re determined to holiday at home this Eid Al-Adha 2017, whether you’re a Maldivian or working in the Maldives, here are a few great offers that we’ve compiled together from Hotels & […]
