Recap: GM Forum 2024
The GM Forum 2024, organized by Hotelier Maldives, brought together key figures from the Maldivian hospitality industry to discuss the future of tourism, focusing on sustainability, luxury travel trends, and differentiation among resorts. With expert panels, breakout sessions, and presentations, the forum covered critical topics such as strategic insights from industry leaders, leveraging the Maldives’ […]
Leveraging Maldives’ unique selling points: Insights from experts at GM Forum 2024
In a panel discussion hosted by Hotelier Maldives during the recent GM Forum, experts from across the hospitality industry came together to discuss how the Maldives can leverage its unique selling points (USPs) to remain a competitive and aspirational destination in the global market. The panel, moderated by Aishath Ihuma, Director of Business Development at […]
Vital role of Velana International Airport in developing Maldives’ tourism
In his presentation at the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2024, Mohamed Mihad, Chief Commercial Officer at Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL), highlighted the critical role of Velana International Airport (VIA) in supporting and driving tourism in the Maldives. His speech, titled “Velana International Airport (VIA) and Tourism Development,” provided valuable insights into how the airport’s […]
Mohamed Jailam presents Artificial Intelligence’s role in travel at GM Forum 2024
At the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2024, Mohamed Jailam, CEO and Managing Director of Javaabu and Co-Founder of DhivehiGPT, delivered a presentation titled “How Artificial Intelligence (AI) Will Revolutionise Travel.” His talk centred on how AI is already transforming various sectors, and the potential it holds for revolutionising the travel and hospitality industry. Jailam began […]
WeChat’s Etienne Ng highlights Chinese traveller trends, digital payments at GM Forum 2024
At the recently-concluded Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2024, Etienne Ng, Regional Director for Southeast Asia at Weixin Pay (WeChat Pay), delivered a presentation on the evolving trends of Chinese travellers and the crucial role of digital payments in the hospitality industry. The session offered attendees a deep dive into how WeChat, one of the most […]
Ooredoo’s managed solutions for future-ready Maldives resorts
In a presentation at the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2024, Rajesh Mehta, Chief Business Officer of Ooredoo Maldives, emphasised the transformative role of managed solutions in enhancing hospitality efficiency. The event marked the eighth edition of the forum and Mehta’s fourth appearance, where he outlined the importance of centralised ICT infrastructure for resorts. Mehta opened […]
Harnessing data: Malik Mohamed on business intelligence future in Maldives tourism
At the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2024, Malik Mohamed, Director of Business Intelligence at Pulse Hotels & Resorts, delivered a presentation on the vital role of business intelligence (BI) and revenue optimisation in the evolving tourism industry of the Maldives. He highlighted how leveraging data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and predictive tools can unlock substantial […]
From honeymoon haven to family favourite: dnata Travel Group’s John Bevan on future of Maldives travel
In a keynote at the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2024, John Bevan, CEO at dnata Travel Group, shared his insights on the evolving landscape of luxury travel and the future of the Maldives as a premium destination. John, who has been based in Dubai for the last three and a half years, leads dnata’s global […]
Evolving trends, challenges in luxury travel: Insights from GM Forum 2024 panel discussion
On September 19, 2024, the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum hosted an insightful panel discussion titled, ‘Redefining the Luxury Travel Experience.’ Moderated by Reena Abdul Wahid, Communications Strategist at the Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI), the discussion delved into the evolving landscape of luxury travel and how industry leaders are adapting to meet changing traveler […]
Hotelier Maldives Awards 2025 announced with new categories
Hotelier Maldives, the premier publication for the Maldives’ hospitality industry, has announced the second edition of the Hotelier Maldives Awards, presented by Bestbuy Maldives (BBM). The 2025 awards announcement was made at Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2024, held on September 19 at CROSSROADS Maldives. Building on the success of the inaugural awards, held in April […]
Navigating economic challenges and tourism: Insights for Maldives’ tourism future
The Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2024, held at CROSSROADS Maldives on September 19, featured a thought-provoking panel discussion titled, ‘Shaping the Future: Strategic Insights from Maldives.’ This session aimed to address key issues concerning the Maldivian economy, with a particular focus on the tourism sector, foreign investment, fiscal policies, and aviation infrastructure. Moderated by TV […]
Maldives’ economy safe from bankruptcy as tourism grows, says Presidential Advisor
The Maldives’ economy will not face bankruptcy as long as the global tourism industry continues to expand, according to Presidential Tourism Advisor Mohamed Khaleel. Speaking at the GM Forum, organised by Hotelier Maldives at Crossroads today, Khaleel addressed concerns about the nation’s financial stability, including the risk of defaulting on foreign debt. Khaleel acknowledged that […]
