Coco Collection unveils Summer Wellness Programme
Coco Collection has announced its Summer Wellness Programme with guest yogis and a tai chi master. The programme is lined up with three residencies in Coco Bodu Hithi over June and July, with two yogis and a tai chi master. Beach Bikram with Cat Meffan A global yoga teacher, blogger, and YouTuber, Cat Meffan is […]
Doing business in the Maldives
Tourism in the Maldives is still strong and resilient with positive tourist arrival growth rates over the recent years despite some occasional political, economic and social uncertainties. As per the statistics of Ministry of Tourism, a total of 1,484,274 international tourists arrived in the Maldives in 2018 maintaining a satisfactory growth rate of 6.8 per […]
Ooredoo jumps up the World’s Top 50 Telecoms Brands List
Ooredoo Group confirmed that it has again been listed in the Telecoms 300 2019 report as one of the top 50 telecommunications brands in the world, with a brand value of some USD3.779 billion. The Qatar-based telecommunications provider jumped to 41 in the Top 50 rankings, from 43 last year, reporting a growth of 12 […]
Four Seasons Landaa Giraavaru unveils the Flying Triggerfish
Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru unveils the Flying Triggerfish – a customised DHC-6-300 Twin Otter aeroplane dedicated for its guests. The aircraft, which features eight extra-wide VIP Muirhead leather seats, is being operated by Trans Maldivian Airways (TMA), the world’s largest seaplane operator. Set to become one of the most luxurious and Instagrammable […]
Maldives to see highest ever hotel transaction activity in 2019
The Maldives’ hospitality industry is on course to see its most active year with more than US$450 million worth of resort transactions either completed or under offer, according to real estate consultancy firm JLL. Traditionally dominated by Asian investors, the Maldives is now attracting new sources of cross-border capital from Europe and the U.S. In […]
Female-friendly hospitality: How to make your hotel appeal to women
Following the global outpour on International Women’s Day last March 8 (2019), hoteliers around the world should take some time to look into a very important market segment, the solo female traveller. Tapping into and capitalising on new and growing niches such as solo and experience-focused travel has become a major asset for the hotel […]
Nika Museum to showcase Maldives’ history and culture
In July last year, we featured a story about how Nika Island Resort & Spa was making a difference by consolidating its positioning with a look into the past and launching a series of events themed around the title ‘Nostalgia’. Maldivian artisans and performers were invited to showcase their work at the resort in the context of […]
Sri Lankan government takes positive steps to subsidise tourism sector
In the wake of the events in Colombo on April 21, the Sri Lankan government has taken positive steps to subsidise the tourism sector. According to Sri Lankan media reports, the government is to work with banks to issue a debt moratorium and subsidise working capital for the tourism sector. Eran Wikremeratne, the Sri Lankan […]
FIRST LOOK: At the recently opened Raffles Maldives Meradhoo
Located in Gaafu Alifu Atoll, Raffles Maldives Meradhoo has opened its shores to guests on May 9, 2019. AccorHotels’ fourth property in the Maldives, and the first under the Raffles brand, Raffles Maldives Meradhoo brings new life to luxury to one of the world’s largest and most remote island atolls. Raffles Maldives Meradhoo’s 21-villa Beach […]
Dhivehi Insurance: Tailor-made products for the tourism sector
Dhivehi Inbound Travel Insurance for tourists The growth of the tourism industry in the Maldives is always on the next gear and the need for developed services to cater to tourists in this competitive market has become ever more present. Dhivehi Insurance is exploring the development of niche products for the insurance industry that is […]
Best-selling author Amber Rae at LUX* South Ari Atoll encourages emotional wellness and personal growth
Called a “real-life Wonder Woman”, Amber Rae is a best-selling author based in New York who works as an illustrator, entrepreneur, and speaker who encourages emotional wellness and personal growth. From May 21 to 23, 2019, Amber Rae hosted two separate workshops at LUX* South Ari Atoll. One of the workshops was customised for couples […]
Sneak peek at soon to open Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi
Hilton’s luxury brand, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, will soon welcome guests to the heart of the South Malé Atoll with the highly-anticipated opening of Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi. Set to debut on July 1, the all-villa resort spans across three private islands, providing secluded enclaves and a tranquil escape for discerning travellers complete with […]
