Seaside Finolhu launches personalised butler service ‘Roohu’
Nestled within the heart of Baa Atoll, the enchanting tropical paradise of Seaside Finolhu Baa Atoll beckons with open arms, unveiling a ground breaking and immersive butler service known as Roohu. A name imbued with meaning, “Roohu” transcends language, translating to “soul” in various cultures, encapsulating the very essence of this extraordinary service. Roohu extends […]
Panel discussion at Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2023: Streamlining business for changing landscape
The upcoming Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) Forum 2023 will feature an engaging panel discussion titled “Streamlining Business to Respond to the Changing Economic and Tourism Landscape.” The event is set to take place at Bandos Maldives on October 19, 2023. The panel is designed to explore the strategies and best practices that businesses and […]
Fitch affirms Maldives’ B- rating, cites economic and financial challenges
Fitch Ratings, a leading global credit rating agency, has affirmed the Maldives’ Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at ‘B-‘ with a Negative Outlook. This decision is based on a careful assessment of various economic and financial factors affecting the nation. Here are the key rating drivers and highlights from Fitch’s assessment: Negative Outlook: The […]
Le Méridien Maldives Resort promotes Mohamed Shiham to Director of Sales post
Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa has announced the promotion of Mohamed Shiham from Sales Manager to Director of Sales. In his new role, Shiham will continue to lead the sales team and play a pivotal role in further enhancing the resort’s presence in the competitive market. Shiham joined Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa […]
Kaimoo Resorts partners with Maldives’ record-holding freediver Umair Badheeu
Kaimoo Resorts and Hotels has announced an exciting partnership with Umair Badheeu, the national record holder in freediving in the Maldives. Through this partnership, Umair will lead freediving-based well-being experiences for guests and staff at Kaimoo’s three properties in the Maldives: Summer Island Maldives, Equator Village and Embudu Village. Freediving, a captivating sport that delves […]
Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas appoints award-winning Chef Joachim Textor as Executive Chef
Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas has announced the appointment of Joachim Textor as the luxury resort’s new executive chef. With over 40 years of experience in delivering premium culinary services around the world, Chef Joachim is now ready to bring his exciting new variety of innovative dining experiences to the resort’s discerning guests. A native of […]
Seaside Finolhu appoints Charlie Hewitt Davies as Managing Director UK
Seaside Finolhu, nestled in the enchanting Baa Atoll of the Maldives, has announced the arrival of Charlie Hewitt Davies as Managing Director UK. In this prestigious role, she will not only oversee the exquisite luxury product portfolio of Seaside Finolhu but also champion the esteemed properties and river cruise experiences of Seaside Collection & Riverside […]
Beond brings in first aircraft; flight operations in November
Beond, the pioneering luxury leisure airline, saw its debut aircraft land at Velana International Airport on Monday. The arrival, tracked to have originated from Hyderabad, India, marked a significant moment for the airline venture. Greeted with a water salute on the runway, Beond, a joint venture between Maldives’ Simdi Group and Dubai’s Arabesque, positions itself […]
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives to host exclusive residency with Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondroušová
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands welcomes 2023 Wimbledon No.1, Marketa Vondroušová, in an exclusive residency this Autumn. From the 17th-19th November, the women’s champion will be on court not only to welcome guests personally but to offer once in a lifetime coaching for both adults and children in a paradise locale. The design-masterpiece-resort’s exceptional facilities […]
Maldives Butlers Academy trains butlers at Dusit Thani Maldives
The Maldives Butlers Academy has recently completed its specialized Basic Butler Training program at the luxurious Dusit Thani Maldives resort. Led by Mohamed Yamaany, the president of Butlers Academy and a seasoned hospitality expert, along with Dr. Hussain Sunny Umar, an accomplished academic and entrepreneur, the training marked a significant step in shaping the next […]
JEN Maldives Malé by Shangri-La unveils Azur Restaurant’s new menu with SIMDI Beverages
JEN Maldives, Malé, by Shangri-La, unveiled its much-anticipated new Azur Restaurant menu in an exclusive collaboration with SIMDI Beverages on 4th October 2023. This memorable evening was an ode to culinary artistry, celebrated during an elegant non-alcoholic wine-pairing dinner. The evening commenced with a gracious reception, where guests were welcomed with the Non-Alcoholic Natuero Sparkling […]
Sun Siyam Vilu Reef celebrates 25 years of extraordinary journeys, timeless moments
Sun Siyam Vilu Reef is celebrating its Silver Jubilee on 28th of October 2023, marking 25 years of excellence in providing unparalleled boutique luxury, authentic Maldivian allure, and sustainable hospitality in the heart of the Maldives. The resort has curated an exciting lineup of events throughout the month of October to commemorate this remarkable milestone, […]
