Chef Bruno Menard: Weaving Michelin-starred magic on the shores of Maldives
The story of the French restaurant L’Osier is inscribed on his left forearm, in the shape of three very distinctive stars; he wears them on his sleeve with pride. They represent one of his most significant accomplishments. The restaurant tucked away in Tokyo’s Ginza district was awarded the highest distinction—the three-star rating—since the first year […]
Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort celebrates first anniversary
Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort which was opened in October 2018 celebrates their first Anniversary. This award-winning hotel reflects on a momentous first year while looking ahead to exciting, new initiatives for 2020 and beyond. In November 2018, a sensational launch event on the theme ‘Ocean Escape’ saw the Natural History Museum in London converted for […]
Eatoll’s living coral map – an artistic message!
A group of creative and artistic youth came together inspired by Google Maps. When the map of Malé incorporated in the Google Maps was outdated and inaccurate, this clique brainstormed on creating a much updated and an accurate map of Malé. Hence, Eatolls was formed. They began as an experimental online project, providing free geo-location-based […]
Riyaz Mohamed, Head of Transportation Services, One&Only Reethi Rah, Maldives
One&Only Reethi Rah is designed as a hallmark of excellence, located in one of the most spectacular destinations around the world. Its guests are offered a service distinctive in style and inspired by the local culture, genuine hospitality and lively energy. The passion for travelling, discovering new culture and traditions guided Riyaz Mohamed to step […]
Heritance Aarah: Maldives’ first LEED-certified resort
Heritance Aarah the newest addition to Aitken Spence Hotel portfolio has been awarded the internationally recognised LEED Gold certification. This all-villa Premium All-Inclusive resort is the first property in the Maldives to receive this award. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) buildings save energy, water, resources, generate less waste and support human health. LEED […]
Melodies of Baraabaru
Baraabaru Indian restaurant, in Four Seasons Kuda Huraa, translating to ‘excellent’ in English, isn’t baraabaru without its Sri Lankan band playing lilting harmonies. With their Sitar, Tabla, Violin, Bongo drums, Congas, Harmonium, Guitar or Flute-playing in varying melodious combinations, the band is passionate about reaching out to their audiences in a musical sense. The band […]
Ali Naseer, Airport Manager, Soneva
With unforgettable 23 years of service in the Hospitality Industry, Ali Naseer has been a part of Soneva team for almost 20 years now. Ali joined the team as an Airport Representative back in 1999. Today, he is the Airport Manager of this admired team. Hotelier Maldives: Would you share with us how you developed […]
Hotel Asia 2019 wraps up!
Maldives Exhibition and Conference Services (Pvt) Ltd (MECS) wrapped up Hotel Asia 2019 – the largest hospitality tradeshow in South Asia. Together with the Sri Lankan Exhibition and Conference Services (LECS) and the Indian Exhibition and Conference Services (IECS), MECS organised the fifteenth edition of Hotel Asia! The four-day exhibition concurrently running the International Culinary […]
Naladhu Private Island Maldives anew Best Resort in the Indian Ocean the third year!
On 8 October 2019 at Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2019, Naladhu Private Island Maldives was named Best Resort in the Indian Ocean. This marks the beautiful island resort’s third consecutive win. For the first time this year, the most prestigious and extensive awards from the travel industry were global in nature bringing together […]
Maagiri Hotel – Jewel for Business Travellers
Maagiri Hotel, is a newly constructed city hotel situated at one of the most premier locations of Malé. It conveniently faced the Airport/Hulhumalé ferry terminal on Boduthakurufaanu Magu, granting easy access to the airport via land or sea. The modern Maagiri Hotel is set oceanfront with a spectacular view of the surrounding islands near Malé, […]
Hotel Asia 2019 Kicks off on 07 October 2019!
The largest hospitality tradeshow in South Asia, Hotel Asia 2019, presented by Maldives Exhibition and Conference Services (Pvt) Ltd, will commence on 07 October 2019 with the much-anticipated Culinary Challenge kicking off a day ahead. This year will be Hotel Asia’s 15th edition, attended by exhibitors and brands from 45 countries, including Sri Lanka, India, […]
GM’s View: Jean-Marc Michel, GM at Faarufushi Maldives
With over thirty years of global experience in the Luxury Hotels and Resorts, in more than 7 countries and 3 different continents; Jean-Marc Michel joined Faarufushi Maldives as a pre-opening General Manager on 1 July 2018. Faarufushi Maldives is a small coral island, with a big-time beauty positioned in the 5-star deluxe category. With striking […]
