UNWTO Predicts Strong Year for Tourism Industry
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) predicts in 2023 international tourist arrivals could reach 85% to 95% of pre-pandemic levels. In some regions, including Europe and the Middle East, tourist arrivals are predicted to return to pre-pandemic levels. The latest UNWTO Confidence Index shows cautious optimism for January-April, higher than the same period in 2022. UNWTO […]
Chinese Group Tours to Resume to Maldives
From February 6, 2023 Chinese travel agencies will resume group tours to Maldives. Tour operators across China will be able to resume outbound tour groups to a selected twenty countries. Maldives is included in the list among Thailand, Indonesia, Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Laos, United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Kenya, South Africa, Russia, Switzerland, […]
10 Challenges the Hotel Industry Faces in 2023
In 2023, there are many challenges faced by the hotel industry, which may quickly feel overwhelming to address. However, with the right approach, tech stack, and process streamlining, hotels can drive their success in 2023 and beyond. Summer 2022 has seen tourism soar once more, as wanderlust returns to holidaymakers and travellers eager to make […]
Siyam World: Endless Experiences on the Island Playground
Set on Dhigurah within the unspoiled waters of Noonu Atoll, Siyam World is one of the largest island resorts in the Maldives. The fifty-four-hectare island boasts lush greenery, with four kilometers of pristine beaches and six kilometers of a mesmerising house reef. Siyam World offers a carefree playground for those seeking endless adventures. At Siyam […]
14 New Islands Opening for Resort Development
The Maldives Ministry of Tourism announced plans to open 14 islands across the country for resort development. The islands are in nine different atolls, including Haa Alifu Atoll, Haa Dhaalu Atoll, Raa Atoll, Kaafu Atoll, Meemu Atoll, Faafu Atoll, Thaa Atoll, Gaafu Alifu Atoll, and Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll. In the coming week, the Ministry of […]
Interview with Resort Manager Mohamed Imthiyaz
Mohamed Imthiyaz (Inthi) is the Resort Manager of You and Me by Cocoon. He began his career in the hospitality industry in 2004 as a billing clerk. Over the past 18 years, he has gained extensive knowledge of and experience in hospitality. Mohamed Imthiyaz sat down with Hotelier Maldives to share his expertise to inspire […]
TMA seeking EOI for Development of Lounge Spaces
Trans Maldivian Airways (TMA) is seeking to identify parties who are interested to design and construct lounge spaces at Noovilu Seaplane Terminal as per TMAs requirements. As such, TMA invites the interested parties to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI). The EOI shall be submitted via email to BD@transmaldivian.com on or before 1200hrs of 25th […]
BBA Global Hospitality Management Scholarship for Maldivians at AIHM
The Asian Institute of Hospitality Management (AIHM), a collaboration between Minor Hotels and Les Roches of Switzerland, is proud to offer annual scholarships for Maldivian nationals in memory of Dr. Ibrahim Umar Maniku, one of the forefathers of Maldivian hospitality. Dr. Maniku was a visionary, an industry giant, and an inspiration to many – including […]
Kurumba Maldives Appoints New Resort Manager and HR Director
Kurumba Maldives announces key appointments of Ali Farooq as Resort Manager and Isham Ismail as Director of Human Resources. Ali Farooq began his career at Kurumba as a young intern in 2001. From his early days in Food and Beverage, Ali has forged his path in Kurumba with loyalty, hard work, commitment, and dedication. During […]
Read Hotelier Maldives Issue 59
Hotelier Maldives Issue 59: In this issue we feature the Top 10 Most Romantic Resorts in the Maldives according to contributing editor Donna Richardson. In alphabetical order they are Amilla Maldives Resort and Residencies, Baros Maldives, Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi, Gili Lankanfushi, Huvafen Fushi, Maldives, Joali Maldives, Six Senses Laamu, Soneva Jani, You & […]
Chinese Tourists Arrive in Maldives After 3 Years
After a three-year hiatus because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Maldives welcomed the first tourists from China today. The flight, operated by Beijing Capital Airlines, arrived around 12:45 PM with 198 Chinese tourists. Tourism Minister Dr. Abdulla Mausoom and Managing Director of Maldives Maldives Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) Thoyyib Mohamed welcomed the tourists. On January […]
Chef of the Month: Aishath Layan Riyaz
Aishath Layan Riyaz is a Commis Chef at Cora Cora Maldives, Raa Atoll. Originally from the capital city of Malé, Layan grew up in a family that took every opportunity to travel, either to local islands during short holidays or internationally for longer holidays, which ignited a love of travel and making new friends. After […]
