Secret Paradise Rejoices a Fully Vaccinated Team
As part of the “I’m Vaccinated” campaign by Visit Maldives and Ministry of Tourism, local tour company Secret Paradise announced that 100% of their team have received their first and second vaccination dose. Ahmed Mashir Ali, tour guide at Secret Paradise said ”Having received both doses of the vaccine, I feel reassured when welcoming guests […]
Lti Maafushivaru Launches Coral Nursery Project
Lti Maafushivaru has announced the start of a new marine conservation project. The resort aims to install 20 coral frames within three months, as part of the Coral Restoration Project lead by Lti Maafushivaru Marine Biology Department. During April 2021, three tester coral frames were installed and placed in various locations around the island’s arrival […]
Hospitality Hires of the Week
Featured Image: Kanruethai Roongruang, General Manager at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru and Angsana Ihuru The beginning of June saw some big and inspiring movements in the hospitality industry of the Maldives. Read all about this week’s resort appointments. Kanruethai Roongruang, General Manager, Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru and Angsana Ihuru Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru and Angsana Ihuru has engaged […]
Aqua Activities on Offer at Pullman Maldives for World Ocean Day
What better place than the Maldives to learn to become a mermaid? The Pullman Maldives has officially launched its new PADI Mermaid course – as the first resort in the archipelago to do so. The Pullman Maldives Maamutaa celebrates World Ocean Day with a whole week of water-themed activities as it launches its brand new […]
Four Seasons Maldives Inaugurates TVET-Certified Apprenticeship Program
Four Seasons Resorts Maldives has welcomed 44 new apprentices to the class of 2022 (12 at Kuda Huraa and 32 at Landaa Giraavaru) during a virtual inauguration ceremony held on 3rd June, 2021, at Four Seasons Kuda Huraa and Four Seasons Landaa Giraavaru. Recognised in 2010 as the Maldives’ first TVET-certified Apprenticeship scheme, the Four […]
Latest Tourism Industry Updates from the Maldives
At the end of May 2021, the Maldives celebrates more than 450,000 tourist arrivals during the year. The tourism industry looks at optimistic results with an increase of 18.7% arrivals compared to 2020, 37 scheduled and chartered international airlines commencing flights and a total of 728 accommodation facilities resuming operations as of 31st May. Despite […]
New The Ritz Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands Makes its Debut
The highly awaited Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands in North Malé Atoll is now open, featuring stunning minimalist architecture that represents the circle of island life. The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands is ideal for couples or the whole family. At the stunning resort’s communal heart is the Fari Marina with its vibrant beach club, charming boutiques […]
Forecast for Travel in a Post Covid-19 World
IATA and Tourism Economics have published a long-term view for post-Covid-19 passenger demand recovery which demonstrates that people remain eager to travel to places like the Maldives in the short and long-term. The report predicts that in 2021, global passenger numbers are expected to recover to 52 per cent of pre-Covid-19 levels (2019). Furthermore, in […]
Kuramathi Maldives Launches Reusable Water Bottles
In an ongoing effort to combat single-use plastic, Kuramathi Maldives has introduced another addition to the resort’s sustainability initiatives with the launch of reusable water bottles. Portable and durable, the 550ml drinkware is made of borosilicate glass and comes with a fabric sleeve attached with a carry loop perfect for on-the-go adventures. This eco-friendly alternative […]
Singapore Airlines Group Commits to Net Zero Carbon Emissions by 2050
Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group has pledged its commitment to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050, reinforcing its long-standing strategy of working towards decarbonisation and environmental sustainability across its operations. The group’s airlines, Singapore Airlines, Scoot and SIA Cargo, will use multiple levers to achieve this goal. These include investing in new-generation aircraft, achieving higher […]
Sun Siyam Resorts Appoints Hype Communications as GCC PR Agency
Sun Siyam Resorts has announced the appointment of Hype Communications as its partner PR agency to handle GCC promotion. Hype Communications will be promoting Sun Siyam’s laid-back luxury resorts located in the idyllic natural surroundings of Maldives and Sri Lanka, which present extraordinary experiences and sanctuaries for the free-spirited while transporting guests into a realm […]
Lily Beach Resort & Spa Achieves COVID-Ready Gold Certification
Lily Beach Resort & Spa, the title holder for TripAdvisor’s Best All-Inclusive Resort in Asia, is now a COVID-Ready Gold certified property, administered by Hotel Resilient and verified by the Maldives’ own auditing company, NSURE. The Gold Certification boosts travel confidence to the resort for following COVID-19 international guidelines, HPA guidelines and industry best practices. […]
