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 […]
Find out what potential guests like and dislike about your resort with Brand Auditor
According to a 2019 survey, over 80 per cent of first time Maldives travellers see resorts to be ‘mostly similar’. The same survey suggests that most travellers choose to book a resort with attractive product presentation, clear differentiation, and straightforward marketing communication. Despite the Maldives having over 130 unique resorts, this perception simply cannot be […]
KEDGE EXPERT OPINION – Evidence mounts that eco-friendly wine tastes better
Consumers have shown that they are willing to pay extra for organic produce grown without pesticides, even if it does not taste better. That has not been the case for organic wine. Organic-labeled wines generally sell at prices similar to those of non-organic wines. And that is despite growing evidence that they actually do taste […]
A bridge between Milano-Bicocca and the Maldives for the protection of coral reefs
A signing ceremony of the agreement between the University of Milano-Bicocca and the Government of the Republic of Maldives will take place on 24 February 2021, at 10am Italian time. The ceremony will be live streamed (http://s.unimib.it/maldive). The University of Milano-Bicocca (Italian: Università degli Studi di Milano-Bicocca, UNIMIB) is a public university located in Milan, Italy, providing […]
Don Brandi Kumara Appointed Executive Chef at Radisson Blu Resort Maldives
Radisson Blu Resort Maldives has announced the appointment of Don Brandi Kumara as the resort’s new Executive Chef. The highly-skilled and experienced culinary professional will oversee the resort’s three exceptional restaurants, four iconic bars including The Lab Cocktail and Wine Cellar, and in-villa dining. Chef Brandi trained at the Ceylon Hotel School and holds a […]
Atmosphere Group announces trio of executive appointments in Maldives
Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts has appointed three new executive appointments across the group in the Maldives. Philippe Claverotte becomes Vice President Operations for The White Label Set by Atmosphere and General Manager of VARU By Atmosphere. Meanwhile Monica Suri will be the General Manager of OBLU SELECT at Sangeli and the group has also appointed […]
Marriott International Announces the Unexpected Passing of Arne M. Sorenson, President and CEO
Marriott International has announced that Arne M. Sorenson, President and CEO, unexpectedly passed away on February 15, 2021. In May 2019, the company announced that Mr. Sorenson had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. On February 2, 2021, Marriott shared the news that Mr. Sorenson would temporarily reduce his schedule to facilitate more demanding treatment for […]
Emerging band, Equatic Vibe talks about its evolution on the Equator.
(with additional contributions by Donna Richardson and Lana Hafeez) In a country where music is not encouraged as a career path, many artists are breaking this social stigma through dedication and utter devotion to their craft. This describes local band ‘Equatic Vibe’, winning the hearts of fans in the Maldives’ five-star resorts as well as […]
Tourism Indicators: Hope and Recovery amid the Pandemic
The year 2020 began with hope and positive expectations for Maldivian tourism industry, achieving a monthly growth rate of 14% in international tourist arrival for the month of January compared to January 2019. Yet, within just few weeks, the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic led to an immense global health crisis, worldwide panic, uncertainty and […]
A Tribute – Dr Ibrahim Umar Maniku 1952-2020
Main Photo: Dr Ibrahim Umar Maniku (far right) with senior members of his team at The Nautilus. With the passing of Dr Ibrahim Umar Maniku, on 25 November 2020, Maldives has lost one of its favourite sons. Dr, as everyone knew him, was an anaesthesiologist by training and an entrepreneur in spirit. His contribution to […]
