Meet Ibu Ribeiro, W Maldives’ New Disruptor GM
W Maldives, part of W Hotels Worldwide, has appointed Idu Ribeiro as the new General Manager of the resort. Born as a true disruptor hailing from Brazil, Idu is a seasoned hotelier with over 24 years of international experience in the tourism and hospitality industry. He had taken his first humble steps in entering the […]
Alan Ball joins the Soneva family as Vice President – Sales for Europe, Russia and the Americas
With more than a decade’s experience in the luxury hospitality sector, Alan Ball has worked with some of the industry’s best-known brands, including Per Aquum, Six Senses and JOALI Maldives, as well as premium travel company Linara Travel. Now he is delighted to join the Soneva family as Vice President -Sales for Europe, Russia and […]
Meet the New Executive Chefs Leading Culinary Teams at LUX* Resorts Maldives
LUX* South Ari Atoll and LUX* North Male` Atoll announces appointment of new Executive Chefs who will overlook the resorts’ culinary journey and take it to new heights. Taylor Shearman joins LUX* North Male Atoll after nearly a decade of international moves. She began her cooking career by becoming a kitchen apprentice in some of […]
GM’s View: Srikanth Devarapalli of Emerald Maldives
(with additional contributions by Ruby Amir) Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa is a natural lush island in the beautiful Raa Atoll, offering all-inclusive service that exceeds expectations without limitations. Within this newest addition to the prestigious Italian-owned Emerald Collection portfolio, unique design elements have been carefully chosen, resulting in a contemporary concept of accentuating the […]
You & Me by Cocoon Maldives Marks 2nd Anniversary
One of the leading adults-only resorts in the Maldives, You & Me by Cocoon began celebrations for its 2nd anniversary on 1st March 2021. The special day began with a treasure hunt at Cheer Bar, where guests had the chance to win exciting prizes. In the evening, a special cocktail reception was held to cut […]
The Nautilus Maldives: A World of Your Own Making
Forget what you think you know about luxury and then take a look at The Nautilus; the private island single-handedly redefining luxury’s meaning. Discreetly nestled away in the ever-stunning Baa atoll, the heart of a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve – just 15 minutes away from the world-renowned Hanifaru Bay, The Nautilus is an ultra-luxe bohemian hideaway […]
A Holiday Among Taro Fields – at Alafehi Retreat, Fuvahmulah
Alafehi Retreat is a modern holiday home built on Maadhandige (the home of the vast field) in Fuvahmulah island – the unique single island atoll located in the south of Maldives – home to an abundance of biodiversity made of freshwater lakes, mangrove species, endless taro fields, and the unique esoteric ways of life of […]
lti Maafushivaru Climbs Up to TripAdvisor Maldives Top 10 List
Luxury resort lti Maafushivaru celebrates its achievement of being ranked #2 out of 35 resorts in South Ari Atoll and made it to the Maldives top 10 list on TripAdvisor based on traveler ranked as of February 2021. On 27 February 2021, the resort was ranked 6 out of 412 properties in the Maldives. Lti […]
COVID-19 AND THE GIG ECONOMY
AN IMPOSSIBILITY TO A REALITY Once thought to be an impossible economic sector, given the geographical limitations, isolation and lack of infrastructure, the Maldivian tourism industry will soon be marking its 50th anniversary in two years’ time. Unyielding to the viability assessment and opinion of the United Nations, the Maldives had entered a new dawn […]
Hotelier Maldives Set to be Media Partner, Hotel Data Conference: Global Edition 2021
Hotelier Maldives is set to be a media partner for the upcoming Hotel Data Conference: Global Edition. The event is hosted by STR and Hotel News Now. The event has been a popular gathering for the last 12 years in the US, and this year the event is extended as an online global edition with […]
Marriott Appoints Tony Capuano as New CEO and Stephanie Linnartz as President
Following the unexpected passing of former CEO Arne Sorenson last week, Marriott announces the appointment of a new chief executive officer and president on 23rd February. Anthony “Tony” Capuano, 55, who was previously Marriot’s Group President of Global Development, Design and Operations, joins the Board of Directors and is titled the CEO of Marriott International. […]
Women Hoteliers lead the way at THE OZEN COLLECTION
Leadership dynamics in the hospitality industry in the Maldives have seen more leading ladies at the top of resorts in a world of brilliant turquoise views, ultra-sophisticated service, and effortless perfection. The Ozen Collection has placed the reins of its two flagship resorts in the capable hands of women managers. Maria Luisa Lalli and Henar […]
