An Issue of Connectivity: AUM Fawzy, Trans Maldivian Airways
99% water and 1% land is how we often describe the Maldives; not only to ourselves but also to visiting tourists. Stories of long voyages on sea by sail, sometimes drifting to far away lands by the wind and current, are the stuff of folklore. Then came George Corbin and decided Kurumba was paradise; which […]
Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives’ Coral Garden
Increasing efforts have been made over recent decades to cultivate corals in processes termed coral ‘gardening’, ‘farming’, ‘propagation’ or ‘restoration’. Coral cultivation gets the benefit of coral colonies’ ability to get attached to artificial solid structures. Several such coral gardening projects have been established since Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives’ opening in 2017—where coral pieces from […]
Maldives brings ‘Sunny Side of Life’ to London
With destination’s largest outdoor advertising campaign in the UK, Maldives has brought the ‘Sunny Side of Life’ to the grey skies of London—with the launch of the advertising campaign this autumn on London buses and bus stops and at Waterloo train station. The campaign which was run by JCDecaux, an outdoor advertising corporation, ran from […]
Celebrating Wine – A collaboration between Nika Island & Grape Expectations
Nika Island Resort & Spa conducted wine sommelier basic training for four of their team members in collaboration with Grape Expectations Pvt Ltd, from the 29th to 30th of September. The two-day course was conducted by the Head of Sales & Marketing for Grape Expectations, Dora Dzurjak. The course which included knowledge of wine, upselling […]
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 […]
