Three more islands to be leased for tourism development in 2017
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The ministry of tourism has added three more islands to the list of islands to be leased for tourism development in 2017. In an announcement published on Wednesday, the ministry added Baulhagalla in North Huvadhu Atoll, Kunnumali in South Miladhunmadulu Atoll, and Gaalee in Kolhumadulu Atoll. The highest estimated acquisition cost is for Kunnumali, which […]
Focus Education Centre widens its service portfolio with international certifications and trainings
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Focus Education Centre (FEC), a leading human capital development organization in Maldives partners with Halcyon Private Limited, a Management Solutions Experts from Sri Lanka. The partnership brings in variety of professional services through the delivery of certification, verification and audit, and training courses. The services includes Management System Consultancy such as ISO 9001:2008, ISO 14001:2004, […]
ASEAN Tourism Forum to take place in Singapore
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The 36th ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) will take place in Singapore from 16 to 20 January 2017. Themed “Shaping Our Tourism Journey Together”, ATF 2017 will support the continuous, collective efforts by ASEAN members to address challenges and opportunities as ASEAN jointly develops and grows the tourism industry in the region. In celebration of ASEAN’s 50th Anniversary, this […]
The story behind Meraki Coffee Roasters
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Coffee is considered to be one of the most common beverages of the world. While some people need a cup of coffee to begin their day, most are usually unaware of the amount of work that goes into brewing that perfect cup. ‘Meraki Coffee Roasters’ located in Male’ City is the first commercial coffee roaster […]
Qatar Airways unveils its biggest travel festival ever for 2017
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Qatar Airways’ popular Travel Festival is back and has been significantly enhanced for 2017, inviting world travellers to take advantage of a number of exceptional deals across the airline’s global network. Extraordinary deals can be found on the World’s Best Business Class* and Economy Class, along with special companion fares, discounts on group bookings** and […]
Dusit Thani Maldives appoints new General Manager
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Global Hospitality company Dusit International has appointed Reinhold Johann as the new General Manager of Dusit Thani Maldives. A German hotelier with over 27 years of industry experience in key markets around the globe, Johann brings with him a proven track record for success leading reputable hotels and resorts under Banyan Tree in Seychelles, Indonesia, […]
Win a chance to recreate your perfect date at Sun Aqua Pasikudah
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Who is the most romantic in Maldives? This is a question that befits the lover’s paradise which is otherwise known as Maldives. The time has come to see truly how much romance is within Maldivians! To win, participants need to just describe their perfect date for Valentines. The most romantic entry will stand a CHANCE […]
Basilur Tea: Forever changing the bond between tea and tourism
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Basilur tea is an award-winning brand which has reinvented the 5000 year old tea gifting culture by creating eclectic tea blends and innovative packaging. Based in Sri Lanka, a land historically renowned for its prized tea leaves, Basilur obtains the choicest tea leaves from the very source of its growth. Bringing Basilur tea to the […]
Emirates rounds off a year of growth with fleet and product milestones
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, rounded off another year of growth in 2016, underlined by fleet and network expansion, as well as customer focused product investments. Commenting on 2016, Sir Tim Clark, President Emirates Airline said: “Consumer appetite for travel has remained resilient, despite socio-economic and political headwinds around the globe, and that is […]
Dusit Thani Maldives named ‘Favourite Hotel or Resort for Families’ by Condé Nast
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Dusit Thani Maldives on Mudhdhoo Island in Baa Atoll, the Maldives’ first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, was recently named ‘Favourite Hotel or Resort for Families’ in the Condé Nast Traveller Middle East Readers’ Choice Awards 2016. Operated by luxury travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler, which prints regional editions in Europe, USA, Asia and the Middle East, […]
Seaplanes across the Southern Cross
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Amari Havodda Maldives, a luxury private island resort located in one of the most pristine atolls in the southern part of the Maldives, recently made history by being the first resort in the Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll to offer a direct seaplane connection. Up till now, guests to Amari Havodda Maldives and the other nearby resorts […]
Ooredoo deploys Nationwide Submarine Cable across Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Ooredoo has successfully deployment of its Nationwide Submarine Cable across the Maldives, successfully connecting the cable to its concluding landing station in Kulhudhuffushi on Thursday. The company invested in a multimillion dollar project to build a nationwide submarine cable after receiving its ISP license in the Maldives last year, with the aim of supporting the needs of […]
