Interview with Mohamed Hussain Shihab, Maldives’ Youngest HR Director
Mohamed Hussain Shihab is the Cluster Director of Human Resources for the InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort and Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives. Shihab is the youngest Maldivian appointed in a Cluster Director of Human Resources role. He held the Director of Human Resources position at InterContinental Maldives for two years before he accepted the opportunity […]
Maldives Safety & Security Expo to be held on 18-20 March 2023
Maldives Safety & Security Expo 2023 will be held at Dharubaaruge on 18 – 23 March 2023 from 14:00-18:00 and 20:00 – 23:59. The Maldives Police Board is hosting the trade show and career fair to bring together businesses and individuals involved with safety, security and crime prevention. It is the only dedicated exhibition on […]
Vakkaru Maldives Appoints Ali Almaas as Director of Rooms
Vakkaru Maldives announces the promotion of Ali Almaas to the position of Director of Rooms. Almaas previously held the role of Front Office Manager, he will join the Executive Committee team to oversee housekeeping operations. Almaas joined Vakkkaru in March 2019 and has proven himself to be an invaluable asset to the resort. He has […]
Gangehi Island Resort, Italian Hospitality in the Heart of Maldives
Gangehi Island Resort is nestled in the beautiful North Ari Atoll among some of the Maldives’s healthiest and most vibrant reefs. As a popular resort amongst Italian travelers, Gangehi has a strong Italian heritage. Decades of Italian influence is reflected in the resort’s warm hospitality, vibrant attitude, exciting communal activities and delectable cuisine. Getting There […]
The Nautilus Maldives Launches The Slumber Ritual on World Sleep Day
On 17th March 2023, the world celebrates World Sleep Day with a global call to action to organize sleep health awareness activities. This year’s theme, “Sleep is Essential for Health”, aims to promote the global message of how vital sleep is to overall health. Without good sleep, one’s mental and physical health, as well as […]
Top 5 Travel Trends at ITB Berlin 2023
The ITB Berlin 2023 Convention returned after a three-year hiatus. The three-day convention is held at Messe Berlin on March 7-9. The convention is considered the travel industry’s leading think tank. Over 400 experts will share knowledge on the latest trends and challenges facing the tourism industry. This year’s motto “Mastering Transformation” celebrates the rebound […]
Exclusive: Maldivian Band SkyRock on New Single and Success
The Maldivian band SkyRock formed in 2017. The current lineup has been together for the last couple of years and consists of Insha on vocals, Faffu on vocals and rhythm guitar, Husen on keyboard, Inan on bass guitar, Faizan on drums and Zayaan as the lead guitarist. The band’s name was conceived on a beautiful […]
A Taste of Maldives at ITB Berlin
The bright tropical flavors of Maldives make an appearance at ITB Berlin. Visitors to the beautiful two-story Maldives stand can delight in a taste of Maldives. The flavor profile is fresh and tangy but is balanced with a mild sweetness. Maldivian cuisine emphasizes locally sourced ingredients. Coconut, fish, and starches are prepared in countless ways […]
JLL Named Leading Asia Pacific Hotels Investment Advisor for 12th Year
JLL has ranked as the leading hotel investment advisory firm in the Asia Pacific region for the 12th consecutive year. Data analysed and published by MSCI Real Capital Analytics (RCA) has confirmed that JLL advised on the most hotel transactions, as measured in dollar value, in Asia Pacific. Over the past 12 years, JLL completed […]
Advice from Leading Women in Hospitality to Young Female Hoteliers
To celebrate International Women’s Day 2023, Hotelier Maldives collected advice from leading women in hospitality to young female hoteliers. We recognize the careers and accomplishments of the women supporting the Maldives’ hospitality industry, not just today, but every day. 1. “Follow your heart, believe in yourself, and don’t try to be like your male colleagues. […]
Raffles Maldives Meradhoo Welcomes Wellness Practitioner Ranjith Saj
Raffles Maldives Meradhoo welcomes the wellness practitioner Ranjith Saj for an exclusive month-long residency with a dynamic program of treatments and workshops at Raffles Spa. Ranjith is an ancient Ayurveda Wellness Guru, specializing in crystal therapy, chakra, and body alignment and healing meditation. From March 12th, he will educate on simple techniques to create a […]
Maldives Makes a Splash at ITB Berlin 2023
The Maldives contingent showed up to the first day of ITB Berlin 2023 in a big way! After a three-year hiatus, ITB Berlin, the world’s largest travel trade show, commenced today. The three-day convention is considered the travel industry’s leading think tank. Over 400 experts will share knowledge on the latest trends and challenges facing […]
