The St. Regis Maldives to host renowned wellness experts this February

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort is hosting two internationally-acclaimed wellness experts this February. Bettina and Michael Keller Schörnig will be practising at the Iridium Spa, the wellness centre at The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort from January 30 to February 28, bringing a full range of treatments. Michael focuses on postural control and he […]

BUCG working to ensure operational safety standards are met on VIA project

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Velana International Airport’s (VIA) taxiways have been given site clearance and ground improvement checks to ensure project safety and quality construction activities. As of now, site clearance and ground improvement of Taxiway B (TWY b), Taxiway Terminal One (TWY T1) and Taxiway Terminal Two (TWY T2) have been completed. Site clearance of Taxiway E (TWY […]

Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi to open shores in April

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi, a truly special addition to an area already famed for its natural beauty, is set to open in April 2018. The resort will start welcoming its first guests this February. Located in the Shaviyani Atoll, the resort offers 120 luxury villas on one of the largest resort lagoons in the […]

Italy, fourth largest source market ahead of more populated countries

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Italy is the fourth largest source market for visitors to Maldives, recording a growth of 25.6 percent in tourist arrivals during January to July 2017 compared to the same period of 2016. Further, a total of 71,202 Italians visited the Maldives by the end of 2016, which makes Italy the third biggest contributor from the […]

TripAdvisor® names five Maldives’ resorts in Top 25 Hotels in Asia list

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Five luxury hotels in the Maldives have been named winners amongst the Top 25 Hotels in Asia in the TripAdvisor® Travelers’ Choice® Awards. Gili Lankanfushi, Baros Maldives, Soneva Fushi, Mirihi Island Resort and JA Manafaru were named in the Top 25 Hotels in Asia list by TripAdvisor®, the travel site that helps find the latest […]

Work commences on VIA’s new seaplane terminal project

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Velana International Airport (VIA) has commenced work on its US$40 million seaplane terminal project, which is set to double the size of the existing terminal. In addition to the new seaplane terminal building, the airport is also adding a floating dock, MRO facility and other supporting facilities. The new terminal will occupy 18,000 square metres […]

Unilever Professional launches new range of cleaning and hygiene products

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Unilever Professional has launched a new range of cleaning and hygiene products in the Maldives. Unilever Professional products are distributed and marketed in the Maldives by Bestbuy Maldives Pvt Ltd (BBM) – the premier supplier offering top brands and hotel solutions in the country. The new product range targets healthcare facilities, hospitality and food service […]

Two Maldives’ resorts named amongst Top 25 Hotels in the World by TripAdvisor®

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Two luxury hotels in the Maldives—Baros Maldives and Gili Lankanfushi—have been named winners amongst the Top 25 Hotels in the World at the TripAdvisor® Travelers’ Choice® Awards. TripAdvisor®, the travel site that helps find the latest reviews and lowest prices, determined the winners based on the millions of reviews and opinions collected in a single […]

BML posts strong Q4/2017 results

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Bank of Maldives (BML) closes 2017 with positive final quarter results as Profit After Tax at MVR350 million was up 42% on the previous quarter, underpinned by solid business growth across all key business lines and robust loan book quality. Andrew Healy, the Chief Operating Officer of BML, hosted a special lunch for its partners […]

Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort unveils new exciting offers

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort has announced three new exciting developments for holidaymakers: a new mega value-added Family Getaway experience, an improved All-Inclusive (AI) offering, and a new All-Inclusive Plus (AI+) package. The Family Getaway Experience gives a family of four to six their own private 282 sq. m two-bedroom luxury pool villa with complimentary transfers […]

Brice Borin appointed General Manager of Mövenpick Resort & Spa Kuredhivaru Maldives

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has appointed Brice Borin as the General Manager of its soon-to-open Mövenpick Resort & Spa Kuredhivaru Maldives. Mövenpick Resort & Spa Kuredhivaru Maldives is nestled on the stunning Kuredhivaru Island in Noonu Atoll. It is expected to open during the third quarter this year. The highly-skilled and experienced French hotelier, Brice […]

Six Senses appoints Jeffery Smith as Vice President, Sustainability

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas has appointed Jeffery Smith as the new Vice President of Sustainability. Jeffery was promoted to the role of vice president, sustainability from his former role of director of sustainability, and takes over the position from Amber Marie Beard who will consult on special projects. Since joining Six Senses in 2016, […]

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