New ‘Master in Residence’ announced at Shangri-La Maldives
Professional underwater photographer, marine biologist and scientific diver, Uli Kunz set to make Shangri-La Maldives home from 9 to 20 August 2016
Costa Cruises announces cruise from Mumbai to Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Europe’s leading cruising company, Costa Cruises, has announced the launch of its cruise service from Mumbai to the Maldives. The cruise ship, named Costa neoClassica, will start its maiden voyage from Mumbai on 16 December, and continue its series of weekly cruises until 18th March 2017. This will be the first time a major cruise […]
Maldives Tourism Development Corporation’s profit for the past quarter increase by 67 per cent
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Maldives Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) earned a profit of USD 2.2 million (MVR 33.9 million) in the 2nd quarter of 2016. This is a 67 per cent increase when compared to the 1st quarter of 2016. Profit for the 1st quarter totalled at USD 1.3 million. According to MTDC’s 2nd quarter report for 2016, […]
Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort Celebrates Independence Day
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort celebrated the 51st anniversary of the Maldives’ independence on 26 July. The hosts and the management of the resort got together for a flag raising ceremony and sang the national anthem of the Maldives. The hotel’s chefs baked a special celebratory cake for the hosts to commemorate the day. The […]
Best Dives Pvt. Ltd. unveils Semi-Submarine at Jumeirah Vittaveli
Best Dives Maldives unveiled a semi-submersible vessel, one of the first of its kind in the Maldives, at Jumeirah Vittaveli on 26 July. The vessel can accommodate a maximum of twelve passengers and its cosy interior boasts large windows and air conditioning.
The rising tide of guesthouse tourism in the Maldives
The burgeoning guesthouse industry has opened up the Maldives to backpackers and budget travelers for the first time.
Hotel Asia Exhibition and International Culinary Challenge 2016 set for September
The Food, Beverage and Hospitality industry is gearing up for the 12th Hotel Asia Exhibition and Culinary Challenge.
Revenue Management: Myths vs. Facts
Will a PMS operate as effectively as an industry article said it would? Do you really need to be in the cloud? Will revenue management actually pay for itself and how can the system actually help generate profits?
Renowned Chef Andre Chiang to visit Kurumba Maldives
As part of his World Octaphilosophy Tour, Chef Andre Chiang will be at Kurumba Maldives from 14 to 16 August 2016, at the waterside Thila restaurant, to offer an exclusive menu for it’s guests.
PER AQUUM to bring ballet to the Maldives
Xander Parish and dancers from Russia’s renowned Mariinsky Ballet Company are set to perform the PER AQUUM Huvafen Fushi and Niyama this August
Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Resort conducts recruitment drive
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Talent & Culture team at Mercure Maldives Kooddoo resort conducted a three-day recruitment drive on several islands in Gaafu Alifu atoll this week. Focused primarily on islands near the resort, the recruitment fair took place from 16 to 18 July and sought to identify and attract youth with potential as the resort gears up […]
Star Wars and the Maldives: What a blockbuster can do for a destination
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The shooting of the iconic sci-fi film series Star Wars’ forthcoming spinoff film, Rogue One, in the Maldives has spurred discussion of its impact on local tourism. The film, shot in Laamu Atoll and slated for release in December this year, will feature several scenes of the Maldives’ virgin island landscape. Rogue One’s first poster […]
