5 Unique Experiences this Easter in Maldives
Spending an Easter holiday in Maldives is truly egg-citing! Celebrate age-old traditions and make new treasured memories this Easter in the Maldives. From a Michelin star chef pop-up, underwater Easter egg hunt to creative Easter crafts, this Easter in Maldives will be one to remember. Enjoy these five unique experiences this Easter holiday in Maldives. […]
Huvafen Fushi Maldives to Close May 15 for Renovations
Huvafen Fushi Maldives announces renovations to improve the resort’s services and facilities. The resort will close for renovations from May 15, 2023 – September 1, 2023. The new design will be a minimalistic modern aesthetic that draws inspiration from the pristine natural surroundings. Renowned architects and interior designers from BLINK Design will give the rooms […]
22 Countries Fly Direct to Maldives
The Maldives is connected by direct flights to 22 countries. Travel is more convenient and time efficient with direct flights. All of the Maldives top 10 Markets, besides the United States, fly directly to Maldives. In Asia, travelers from Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka are able to fly directly to Maldives. After […]
Resorts Report Impressive January 2023 Service Charge
Following a successful festive season, resort staff received some of the highest service charges in January 2023. The first month of the year typically has the highest service charge. Irrespective of position, every resort’s staff is entitled to receive an equal amount of service charge. This January, Cheval Blanc Randheli staff received an impressive $3,540.31 […]
W Maldives Appoints Constance Chang as Director of Sales & Marketing
W Maldives appoints Constance Chang as Director of Sales & Marketing. With over a decade of experience in luxury and lifestyle hospitality, she will be responsible for driving sales and revenue growth, managing relationships with key stakeholders, and developing and implementing marketing strategies to enhance the resort’s brand awareness. Constance has an impressive track record […]
Improve Guest Hospitality Experiences by De-Anonymizing Guests
More hoteliers are understanding the difference between “guest service excellence” and “hospitality.” In short, “guest service excellence” is more demonstrative, while “hospitality” is more of a philosophy for our work-life culture — or, as true hospitality superstars know, it’s really a philosophy for living daily. Improve guest hospitality by de-anonymizing your guests. It is a word […]
Nova Maldives is Celebrating International Women’s Day
Nova Maldives is celebrating International Women’s Day and marking 8th March 2023 in style. The soulful island has crafted an array of special activities for women to recognise and honour their incredible achievements and immense contribution to the world. A special event awaits all guests as they can join a snorkelling journey with Hamna Ali. […]
Necessary Improvements to Resort Sublease Regulatory Framework
Sublease of resort properties is a common occurrence in the Maldives tourism industry. In the past half century, a significant share of tourism development is directly attributable to the creative gymnastics of sublease holders. In the absence of any tourism law protections or specific regulatory safeguards, the resort sublease agreements are left to be governed […]
Artist Baachy Explores the Mystery of the Colour White
Ahmed Azmee, most commonly known as Baachy, is a Maldivian artist who works with mixed-media and pushes the boundaries of self-expression. With the intention of reflecting his feelings in contexts of the outside world, Baachy employs a bold and fluid approach to producing art. Typically donning a black t-shirt, Baachy works for hours on end, […]
Sandies Bathala Initiates Coral Conservation Program
Sandies Bathala initiated a coral garden conservation program. This effort is in line with the resort’s pledge to prioritize ocean conservation and protect the natural environment for future generations. Featured Image: Coral fragments at Sandies Bathala The resort’s team of marine biologists have started the first stage of the coral conservation program by establishing a […]
Resort Sublease Legal Inadequacies
Sublease of resort properties is a common occurrence in the Maldives tourism industry. In the past half century, a significant share of tourism development is directly attributable to the creative gymnastics of sublease holders. Subleases happen in two forms: sublease of an operational resort; and sublease of a virgin island. In the last twelve months […]
MATI Hosted 33rd Annual General Meeting and Book Launch
On February 19, 2023, The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) hosted its 33rd annual general meeting at Kurumba Maldives. The meeting was well attended by over 96 members. The meeting commenced with opening remarks by MATI’s Chairman, Mr. Mohamed Umar Maniku. The Vice Chairman Mr. Hussain Afeef and Secretary General Mr. Ahmed Nazeer also […]
