Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas voted Most Instagrammable Hotel in the World
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas has been named the World’s Most Instagrammable Hotel. The upscale resort located in Baa Atoll, Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas defeated Mandapa, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve 45,385 – 30,143, taking home the crown in Luxury Travel Advisor’s inaugural Most Instagrammable Hotel in the World contest. To reach the finals, Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas […]
Outrigger Hotels & Resorts announces new President and CEO
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Outrigger Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Jeff Wagoner as the company’s new president and chief executive officer. KSL Resorts co-founder and CEO Scott Dalecio, who has been serving as Outrigger’s interim CEO since early 2017, was also appointed as the executive chairman of the global hospitality brand.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Wagoner joins Outrigger with wide-ranging […]
Maagiri Hotel: Simplicity delivered in style
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Maagiri Hotel, a new luxury hotel offering panoramic views of the north-eastern waterfront of Malé, is now open. Conveniently located opposite Hulhumalé Ferry Terminal, the nine-storey hotel offers 52-rooms.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]The hotel, operated by Maagiri Investments Pvt Ltd, offers accommodation in four categories with elegant interiors, luxurious comforts and panoramic views. It also features a coffee […]
Maldives registers prominent increase in tourist arrivals
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Maldives tourism attained 10 percent as five year annual average growth rate from 2012 to 2016, according to data by the Ministry of Tourism. The sector accounts to about 23 percent of the country’s gross domestic product (GDP). Maldives tourism also saw the arrival of 1.3 million tourists by end 2017, which is an 8 […]
Dusit International’s new hotel brand for “millennial-minded” travellers
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Dusit International, one of Thailand’s foremost hotel and property development companies, has introduced ASAI Hotels, a distinctive new brand designed to link curious, millennial-minded travellers with authentic local experiences in vibrant cities and resort destinations worldwide. Set to officially launch in Q1 2019 with its first hotel in Bangkok’s renowned Chatuchak Market, ASAI Hotels embraces […]
Indigenous Maldivian experiences at Fushifaru Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Fushifaru Maldives is making waves with a first-of-its-kind arrival ritual by welcoming all guests to the island with the blowing of the Sangu or Sea Conch, thus marking the first of a collection of indigenous Maldivian experiences available at the resort. The Sangu is a significant aspect of Maldivian cultural history and was traditionally used […]
Record-breaking five award wins in one day for Dusit Thani Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Dusit Thani Maldives has scooped up a record five awards in one day to finish off a multi-award winning first quarter of 2018. It proved to be a day full of success for the Dusit Thani Maldives’ team with awards and recognition received across a range of categories and international ceremonies. Two of the awards […]
Eddie Ng appointed as new Executive Chef at Holiday Inn® Resort Kandooma Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives has appointed Chef Eddie Ng as Executive Chef overseeing all of the resort’s diverse food experiences. Hailing from Singapore, Eddie has spent considerable time across Asia at leading hotels and resorts such as the Ritz Carlton Millenia Singapore, Hotel InterContinental Dubai, Crowne Plaza Sanya, Crowne Plaza Shenyang Parkview, Hilton Hangzhou […]
Singapore Airlines named Tripadvisor’s ‘Best Airline in the World’
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Singapore Airlines has been named this year’s ‘Best Airline in the World’ in the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards for Airlines 2018. The Airline has also been recognised in seven other categories of the awards by the international travel planning and booking site. Winners of the Travellers’ Choice Awards for Airlines 2018 were selected based on […]
Four Seasons Explorer announces 2018 Manta Trust expeditions
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Four Seasons Explorer has announced its 2018 Manta Trust expeditions, giving guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in the elusive world of manta rays, the graceful ballerinas of the ocean. The Manta Trust Expedition onboard Four Seasons Explorer places participants at the forefront of cutting-edge research. It’s a rare and thrilling opportunity to contribute to […]
BBM, MECS to host Masterclass and Barista Workshop in preparation for Hotel Asia 2018
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In preparation for Hotel Asia 2018, Bestbuy Maldives Pvt Ltd (BBM), in partnership with Maldives Exhibition and Conference Services (MECS), is set to host a Masterclass and Barista Workshop on April 19. The sixth of its series, the masterclass will be conducted by Chef Garth Shnier, Complex Executive Chef of Sun International, and Chef Ronald […]
Veligaa Hardware launches new showroom ‘Blanc’
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Veligaa Hardware, a major hardware retailer in Male’ has opened its sixth showroom “Blanc” in Janavaree Magu, Male’. Blanc brings you a range of quality products and latest designs of sanitary ware and interior design solutions. The showroom was opened by Veligaa Hardware’s chairman Mohamed Aboobakuru and Pisanu Hathaipantalux, General Manager of VRH, an award […]
