Jumeirah Vittaveli Green Globe recertified for third consecutive year
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Jumeirah Vittaveli has once again been certified with the Green Globe certificate, recognised for its sustainable management and operations. The resort has been Globe certified since 2015, and this is the third consecutive year for the property to be certified by Green Globe. Announcing the resort’s 2017 re-certification, Amit Majumder, General Manager of Jumeirah Vittaveli […]
Three ways hotels use market intelligence to drive direct bookings
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]One of the key areas of focus in revenue management is the different ways hotels can consistently and strategically increase their direct bookings. While the great debate on the very best methods to achieve this continues, there remains no shortage of personalization strategies that hotels can use effectively to attract their ideal guests. Travel intent […]
Sun Siyam Resorts launch an array of exciting offers
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Sun Siyam Resorts have launched an array of summer packages including the ‘I- Scream Holidays’, offering guests with complimentary meal plan upgrades. The package launched in Sun Siyam Iru Fushi applies to guests staying at its properties between May 30 and September 30. The ‘I- Scream Holidays’ package offers free dinner for bed-and-breakfast plan, free […]
The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli launches first ‘Spirit to Serve’ initiative
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort has launched its first ‘Spirit to Serve’ initiative under the leadership of Alexander Blair, the resort’s new General Manager. As part of the initiative, The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort contributed to their local community by renovating a primary school in the nearby island, Hulhudeli. A team of more […]
Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa’s new offer with free domestic transfers
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa has launched a special package, offering guests complimentary domestic flight and speedboat transfers. The promotion is eligible for guests staying for a minimum of four nights between May 29 and June 30. This offer is only applicable for bookings made under the Standard Rate via the Park Hyatt Maldives Hadhahaa website, […]
One & Only Reethi Rah voted Best Hotel in the Indian Ocean & Africa at 2017 ULTRAS Awards
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]One & Only Reethi Rah has been voted the Best Hotel in the Indian Ocean and Africa at the 2017 ULTRAS Awards. This is the second consecutive year for Reethi Rah to win the accolade. Results of the 2017 ULTRAS Awards were revealed at a function held at London’s Savoy Hotel on May 22. Every […]
Chinese Dragon Boat Festival hits Amilla Fushi and Finolhu
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Amilla Fushi and Finolhu are celebrating the Chinese Dragon Boat Festival with its guests, with a variety of exciting and lavish activities, games and offers during the week-long event. The festivities commenced at Finolhu on May 28 and will continue till June 2, while the activities at Amilla Fushi are being held from May till […]
PER AQUUM Niyama launches 40% off flash sale
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]PER AQUUM Niyama has launched a week-long flash sale with up to 40 % off and a host of accompanying benefits. The sale goes from May 28 to June 3 and is valid for stay until May 27, 2018. The special promotion goes under the banner “Bold luxury. Bold savings. Boldly yours when you book […]
‘Following the Equator’ rescheduled due to popular demand
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Following the Equator – the second edition of the International Tourism Film Festival Maldives has been rescheduled due to popular demand. The event will now be held from April 18 to 20, 2018. The festival was initially scheduled to be held in November. It was rescheduled due to popular demand from interested participants and partners, […]
Parley, Corona partners to save 100 islands by 2020
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Parley for the Oceans and Corona have announced a partnership to combat marine plastic pollution. The partnership was announced on the International Day of Recycling, marked on May 17. Marine plastic pollution can easily be recognised as one of the biggest threats to human health and the survival of the planet’s largest and most important […]
Careers: Mohamed Abdul Hameed – A hero that rose from the waves
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Hotelier Maldives Careers’ section has brought many a story of people whose careers are inspirational, uplifting and a guide to those who seek such aspirations. This story, though inspirational, is contrastingly different. It is a story of sacrifice, a story of courage, but most of all a story of humanity. Mohamed Abdul Hameed is […]
Manta season hits Milaidhoo Maldives with 25% off on rates
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Milaidhoo Maldives has launched a special summer offer, coinciding with the manta ray season, which falls between June and November in Baa Atoll. The resort aims to make this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity even more tempting, by offering guests 25% off its published rates. Manta ray season is when mantas (Manta alfredi), in their hundreds, migrate to […]