Hotel Review: OBLU by Atmosphere at Helengeli
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As advertised, the speedboat ride to Helegeli is short and scenic. We alight and walk straight into the airy reception on the jetty, open on all sides to a full view of the sun-kissed sea and the gleaming island across a walkway. The smiling general manager, Rein W M van Zandvoort, greets us cheerfully as […]
The Sun Siyam Iru Fushi announces special activities with Marine Biologist
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]To reinforce its efforts on preserving marine life and to provide guests with in-depth knowledge on diving, The Sun Siyam Iru Fushi has joined hands with Hannah Windmill – an accomplished marine biologist and dive instructor. Hannah Windmill has a BSc in Marine Biology and a wide array of experience in the field. She was […]
Hoteliers gear up for World Travel Market 2016
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]168 representatives from 66 companies operating in Maldives is gearing up for the 2016 edition of the World Travel Market, set to open its doors in London, UK, from 7 – 9 November. A pre-meeting arranged by the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Company for local participants was held this week, to provide detailed information […]
Mohamed Waheed appointed as Resort Manager at Equator Village
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Kaimoo resorts has appointed Mohamed Waheed as the Resort Manager at Equator Village in Gan of Addu Atoll. Waheed has joined an elite club of Maldivians who have worked their way up the career ladder to the rank of resort manager. “It’s such a privilege to return to Addu as a resort manager, more than […]
Furaveri – A portrait of a resort as a youngster
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We’re at Furaveri’s capacious reception after brief introductions to the General Manager Nicholas Mason and Marketing Executive Yvonne Gehrmann, who welcomed us at the jetty. The building is somewhat austere; its interior harks back to the Maldivian past. Chandeliers with glass lamps, the sort you might still find on some islands, hang above us. We’re […]
Hotel Jen conducts study tours for hospitality and tourism students
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hotel Jen welcomed several groups of hospitality and tourism students from Ahmadhiyya International School, Kalaafaanu School and Maldives National University for a private tour of the hotel, both front and back of the house, in conjunction with World Tourism Day from September 27 till mid-October 2015. The students had a valuable interaction session with the […]
Engaging the Millennial Generation: Opportunities and Challenges
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Millennial Generation, also known as ‘Generation Y’, consists of individuals born between 1982 and 2000, who continue to enter the global workplace with mind and skillsets which differ from those of the other workforce generations, inadvertently posing Human Resource opportunities and challenges for employers world-wide. By 2025, the Millennial Human Resource component will comprise […]
Summer Island’s chef wins global award
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text](Jack) Tiang Toh Huat, the Advisory Executive Chef at Summer Island Maldives, has been recognised among the world’s top 50 outstanding chefs by the Global Gourmet culinary magazine. Summer Island Maldives also won the award for ‘Outstanding Dining Venue’. The awards were presented at the 2016 Global Gourmet Chef par Excellence World Culinaire Competition’s award […]
GM’s View: Mohamed Hilmy, Sun Aqua Vilu Reef
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Mohamed Hilmy is the General Manager of Sun Aqua Vilu Reef, the flagship property of Sun Aqua. In this interview with Hotelier Maldives, Hilmy talks about his long career in the tourism sector, his observations regarding the various changes that has taken place within the industry over the years, and offers us his insights into […]
Parliament rejects amendment to Tourism Act mandating 50% Maldivian staff in management positions
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The People’s Majlis on Thursday rejected an amendment to the Tourism Act submitted by MP for Kaashidhoo Constituency Faisal Naseem stipulating tourism establishments to employ Maldivians for at least half of their management positions. According to the proposed amendment, all tourism establishments currently operating should employ Maldivians to at least half of the management positions […]
Choosing the right amenities for your hotel
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Whether it’s bottled water, toiletries or Wi-Fi, hotel guests nowadays are accustomed to receiving amenities. While guests get to use these amenities for free, the cost of providing these is something every hotel has to take into account. Additionally, hotel owners and managers also have the task of selecting the amenities that bring the best […]
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island recognised among Indian Ocean’s top 10
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Conrad Maldives Rangali Island was recognised as one of the top 10 resorts in the Indian Ocean at the Condé Nast Traveler’s 29th annual Readers’ Choice Awards. “We are incredibly honored to be one of the top 10 resorts in the Indian Ocean,” said Lyle Lewis, general manager of Conrad Maldives Rangali Island. “Guests recognize […]
