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 […]
Jean-Micheal Costeau, a Voice for the Ocean and Future Generations
Born in France in 1938, Jean-Michel Cousteau spent his life exploring the depths of the deep blue ocean, rich marine life and nature-connectedness. Jean-Michel’s love for the ocean began at the age of seven when he started diving using the Aqua-Lung that his father, Jacques Cousteau co-invented. After a lifetime dedicated to ocean conservation through […]
The Standard, Huruvalhi Launches Eco Escape Wellness Package
The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives launches The Eco Escape wellness package, in partnership with Seed to Skin and The Organic Pharmacy. The 5 day package offers a wellness focused itinerary including daily yoga and specially curated facials, to relax and restore in paradise. Guests will receive two signature treatments by The Organic Pharmacy, including a 90-minute […]
2023 Starts Strong with 20% Increase in Tourists Arrivals
Tourist arrivals in the first two weeks of 2023 see a 20.8% growth compared to 2022. There were 75,485 arrivals by January 14, 2023 compared to 62,504 in 2022. The top three markets are Russia, Italy and India. So far, in 2023, Russians account for 16.9% of arrivals. Italy enjoys 11.4% market share and India […]
