CRESTIAL: Style, performance and value
CRESTIAL® brand of faucets, showers and accessories, created in 2000, a Singapore brand with international appeal and German heritage, is poised to make a difference in the future of lifestyle, home décor and design, building and home supplies. CRESTIAL has a tradition of passion and love for performance and it all began with Peter Klaus […]
Aboobakuru Qasim, Manager – Human Resources, Sun Island Resort & Spa
Aboobakuru Qasim (Aboo) is the determined HR manager at Sun Island Resort and Spa. Hotelier Maldives is glad to feature an interview of Aboo in this edition. Although we are a small island nation, we have numerous industries where opportunities are abundant to youth and experienced professionals. Hotelier Maldives: What do you believe attracted you […]
Yasir Sulaiman, Manager – Concierge, One&Only Reethi Rah
Serene One&Only Reethi Rah is recognised as a favourite hot-spot for the most prestigious class of world travellers. To give a memorable stay and a perfect experience for them to reminisce on return, One&Only’s Concierge team ensures they are taken well care of during their stay. Yasir Sulaiman, Manager – Concierge expresses his experiences, opinions […]
Jumeirah Vittaveli wins big at the World Luxury Spa and Restaurant Awards
Jumeirah Vittaveli has bagged five awards at the 2019 World Luxury Spa and Restaurant Awards, celebrated this past weekend in St Petersburg, Russia. Swarna and Fenesse restaurants, as well as Talise Spa, received International recognition for the third year in a row. Swarna was recognized as “Best Indian Cuisine” and “Most Luxurious Ambience,” both as […]
Vakkaru Maldives announces residency by fitness expert Yasmin Karachiwala
Vakkaru Maldives, in partnership with world-renowned fitness expert, Yasmin Karachiwala, is inviting guests to the “Hack Your 21st Century Digitised Body” event in August. The event by Yasmin Karachiwala, who was awarded the “Best Fitness Instructor” by VOGUE will be held from August 9-13 and will feature a bespoke programme curated to rev up guests’ […]
Shihalini Rajaratnam, Manager – Front Office, Amari Havodda Maldives
Stelliers Awards is one of the most prestigious hotelier awards in Asia and South Asia region, celebrating the stars of the industry. This platform is dedicated to distinguishing the most hardworking and outstanding hoteliers. Stelliers Awards also aims to inspire the young generation into the hospitality industry by sharing the success stories of these top […]
GM Forum Highlights: Presentation by Power Knot/Hospitality Depot
At this year’s Hotelier Maldives GM Forum, Iain Milnes, president of Power Knot, gave a presentation on why the proper disposal of waste food is essential for hotels and resorts that are committed to sustainable operations and a low carbon footprint. High-end tourist destinations, which are often located on or near-pristine ecological environments such as […]
A hotelier’s guide to guest room management systems
With Artificial Intelligence and the Internet of Things largely becoming household terms, it’s no surprise that technology and technological innovations predominate our lives now. The hotel industry is no different. Apart from the basic amenities, how much technology-dependent comforts your hotel provides can actually make or break your game in today’s era. It certainly has […]
Bank of Maldives Appoints New CEO
Bank of Maldives has announced the appointment of Timothy Sawyer as its new Chief Executive Officer. Tim has over 30 years of international experience in financial services, including 20 years at Executive and Board level. He joins Bank of Maldives from his position as the Chief Investment Officer at Innovate UK, the investment arm of […]
GM Forum 2019 Highlights: Challenges for Sustainable Tourism in the Maldives
With the rapid increase in international travel and the quick expansion of the global tourism industry, the sustainability of tourism development has become one of the most frequently discussed topics among industry experts and policymakers around the globe. And it was a contemporary topic at the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2019, with an hour-long panel […]
Metalsigns – Bound to make an impact on your business
For the past 19 years, Metalsigns has been a familiar and trusted name, seizing the Maldivian market in signage, trophies and premium gifts. The company offers expertise through its comprehensive range of unique and innovative solutions to a broad customer base. We sat down with Yameen Adam, founder and the Managing Director of Metalsigns – […]
FIRST LOOK: At the soon-to-open InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort
InterContinental Hotels Group’s flagship property in the Maldives, InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort is set to welcome guests to its shores on September 1, 2019. IHG is Inviting guests to immerse in the InterContinental experience with an exclusive video showcasing the brand’s alluring new Maldives property. A 35-minute scenic seaplane transfer from Malé’s Velana International Airport […]
