Revenue Management Workshop fully booked!

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The Revenue Management Concept Workshop organized by IDeaS and Hotelier Maldives in association with Champa Central Hotel has been fully booked with an overwhelming response from the hospitality and other support businesses. To be held on 15 and 16 February, the event is coordinated and marketed in the Maldives by Perspective Pvt Ltd, the […]

Tourism Ministry to penalize tourism facilities which fail monthly-stats submissions

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Ministry of Tourism warns guesthouse and safari operators against failing to submit monthly tourism statistics. Referring to data from 2016, the Ministry noted that only a few number of guesthouses and safari operators had submitted monthly-reports, as mandated by the Tourism Statistics Regulation (2011/R-19). In a circular, the Ministry said that failure to submit monthly-reports […]

The GM’s View: Ventaka Giri, Ozen by Atmosphere at Maadhoo Maldives

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hotelier interviews the General Manager of OZEN by Atmosphere at Maadhoo Maladives, Ventaka Giri, over a cup of warm morning coffee at The Palms, chatting about his background, what went into the conception of the resort as we sought hints on what the future may hold… How did you first venture into the Hospitality Industry? To […]

U.S.-based Dream Hotel Group to develop Indian Ocean’s largest fully-integrated resort in Maldives

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]New York-based hotel brand and management company Dream Hotel Group on Monday announced the development of two luxury properties in the Maldives. The Chatwal Maaga Maldives and Dream Gasveli Maldives will be developed in partnership with Alpha Kinam Holdings, and are set to open in 2019 and 2020, respectively. “Last year, we signed more new […]

Experience the Extraordinary; Hurawalhi Maldives, now open

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hurawalhi Island Resort, a 90-villa adult-only luxury resort, has officially opened its doors.  The enchanting island is located on the north-western edge of Lhaviyani Atoll, comes with the world’s largest underwater restaurant, and was officially inaugurated by President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom.  “Whether above or under the water, Hurawalhi is about experiencing the extraordinary,” Patrick […]

Frella Extra Virgin Coconut Oil: the only luxury coconut oil product from the Maldives

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Frella is a rapidly growing signature Maldivian brand developed by COSMERC. The brand’s luxury health care product ranges are centred on the holistic approach to wellness, and all Frella products are extracted from natural ingredients. Frella Extra Virgin Coconut Oil is a real and pure coconut oil manufactured with no additives or preservatives. In order […]

Centara Grand holds event in Mandhoo as part of environmental initiative

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A team from Centara Grand Island Resort and Spa Maldives carries out a cleaning event in Mandhoo Island of Alifu Dhaalu Atoll. The cleaning programme, held under the banner ‘Environmental Trip to Local Island’, was conducted as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility and Green Activities programme. “We at Centara Grand believe it is our […]

Anni Hood confirmed as a keynote speaker for Hotelier Maldives Wellness Summit 2017

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Anni Hood, a leading global wellness consultant, has been confirmed as a keynote speaker at Hotelier Maldives’ Wellness Summit 2017. The summit, an initiative of the country’s only magazine dedicated to hospitality and business, will be held on 22 February 2017. She will speak alongside keynote speaker Jesper Hougaard – Founder and Managing Director of […]

BML reaffirms commitment to expand presence around the country

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Bank of Maldives has reaffirmed its commitment expand its presence and support local communities. Noting that the company finished 2016 with strong gains, the national bank announced its plan to invest MVR 300 million this year to further expand into the atolls. Emphasizing that BML is re-investing its profits in local communities, CEO & Managing […]

Fashion and Sensibility from Uniforms Unlimited

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Uniforms Unlimited is a pioneer in the uniforms industry. Recognizing the importance of well-turned out staff, UU has been making finely-cut and well-stitched uniforms for over 25 years. Today, we are one of the leading uniform Designers and manufactures in India. Currently, there is a growing trend of Designer Uniforms especially for the Resorts in […]

Sun Siyam property recognised among top 25 luxury hotels in Sri Lanka

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Sri Lanka’s Sun Aqua Pasikudah, operated by Maldivian company Sun Siyam Resorts has been recognized among the best by TripAdvisor Travelers’ choice Award 2017 and Booking.com Guest Review Awards 2016. The Travelers’ Choice Award is based on millions of reviews from travelers all around the world on an annual basis. Sun Aqua Pasikudah was chosen […]

Sustainability Spotlight: Green Fins

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This week we highlight, GREEN FINS, originally initiated by UNEP under the Regional Seas programme as part of the effort to increase public awareness and management practices that will benefit the conservation of coral reefs and reduce unsustainable tourism practices. It is overseen by the Coral Reef Unit of UNEP based in Bangkok in collaboration […]

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