Chef Patron Tom Seller Presents Memoir Inspired Menu at The Ritz-Carlton, Fari Islands
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands, presents two Michelin-starred Chef, Tom Sellers of London’s Restaurant Story. This February 13th–18th, Chef Seller will prepare an exquisite 6-course literary-inspired menu. Chef Sellers will also read from his best-selling book, ‘A Kind of Love Story’ – a behind-the-scenes peek about life in a world-renowned Michelin-starred restaurant. Sellers honed his […]
The Ritz-Carlton, Fari Islands Service Charge is $4,500 in January
The Ritz-Carlton, Fari Islands will pay each employee $4,500 in service charge this month. Following the festive season, January is typically the month with the highest service charge. Although many resorts have reported an impressive service charge, The Ritz-Carlton tops the list. All tourist service providers are required by law to charge 10% of their […]
New Avenue for Island Leases if Development is for Public Good
In an amendment brought to the Tourism Act in December 2020, the government created an additional pathway to acquire islands from the government for tourism development. The tenth Amendment to the Tourism Act recognizes the concept of cross subsidy as a valid means to acquire a resort lease if the development is deemed beneficial to […]
Virgin Atlantic Resumes Flights to Maldives October 2023
Virgin Atlantic announced it will begin seasonal flights three times a week from October 22, 2023. Tickets are on sale now. The airline will fly from London Heathrow to Velana International Airport on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. Return flights from Maldives to London will commence on October 25, 2023 and fly on Monday, Thursday and […]
Intimate Self-Service Wedding Venue Unveiled
Amilla Maldives Resort and Residences becomes the world’s first resort, offering self-service wedding vow renewals. In response to an increase in demand for micro-weddings with few to no guests, Amilla Maldives is pioneering a self-service wedding vows location, The Knot. Couples can now renew their vows without the assistance of a celebrant in what is […]
Stay Longer to Discover the Majestic Marine Life of Raa Atoll
The beautiful Raa Atoll is a hidden gem in the Maldives, an unspoiled and quiet atoll that offers awe-inspiring marine life. Beginner divers can explore incredible reef dives, discover healthy coral, stingrays, reef sharks and hawksbill turtles. More experienced divers can enjoy incredible thila dives. The thilas (underwater pinnacles) are extremely healthy, not affected by […]
UNWTO Predicts Strong Year for Tourism Industry
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) predicts in 2023 international tourist arrivals could reach 85% to 95% of pre-pandemic levels. In some regions, including Europe and the Middle East, tourist arrivals are predicted to return to pre-pandemic levels. The latest UNWTO Confidence Index shows cautious optimism for January-April, higher than the same period in 2022. UNWTO […]
Chinese Group Tours to Resume to Maldives
From February 6, 2023 Chinese travel agencies will resume group tours to Maldives. Tour operators across China will be able to resume outbound tour groups to a selected twenty countries. Maldives is included in the list among Thailand, Indonesia, Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Laos, United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Kenya, South Africa, Russia, Switzerland, […]
10 Challenges the Hotel Industry Faces in 2023
In 2023, there are many challenges faced by the hotel industry, which may quickly feel overwhelming to address. However, with the right approach, tech stack, and process streamlining, hotels can drive their success in 2023 and beyond. Summer 2022 has seen tourism soar once more, as wanderlust returns to holidaymakers and travellers eager to make […]
14 New Islands Opening for Resort Development
The Maldives Ministry of Tourism announced plans to open 14 islands across the country for resort development. The islands are in nine different atolls, including Haa Alifu Atoll, Haa Dhaalu Atoll, Raa Atoll, Kaafu Atoll, Meemu Atoll, Faafu Atoll, Thaa Atoll, Gaafu Alifu Atoll, and Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll. In the coming week, the Ministry of […]
TMA seeking EOI for Development of Lounge Spaces
Trans Maldivian Airways (TMA) is seeking to identify parties who are interested to design and construct lounge spaces at Noovilu Seaplane Terminal as per TMAs requirements. As such, TMA invites the interested parties to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI). The EOI shall be submitted via email to BD@transmaldivian.com on or before 1200hrs of 25th […]
BBA Global Hospitality Management Scholarship for Maldivians at AIHM
The Asian Institute of Hospitality Management (AIHM), a collaboration between Minor Hotels and Les Roches of Switzerland, is proud to offer annual scholarships for Maldivian nationals in memory of Dr. Ibrahim Umar Maniku, one of the forefathers of Maldivian hospitality. Dr. Maniku was a visionary, an industry giant, and an inspiration to many – including […]
