W Maldives Partners with PUMA to Host Exciting Fitness Weekend
W Maldives has partnered with global sports brand PUMA Middle East to host an exciting weekend of activities from 18th– 20th of March 2022. The collaboration will promote W Maldives’ ‘FUEL Your Escape’ package and PUMA’s global ‘She Moves Us’ campaign. During the FUEL Happening weekend, guests are invited to ‘DETOX. RETOX. REPEAT.’ and will […]
Manta Air Partners with TEDxBaaAtoll as Travel Partner
Manta Air joins TEDxBaaAtoll as the travel partner of the event, which takes place on the island of Kunfunadhoo on 19th March 2022. The TEDxBaaAtoll is hosted under the theme “The Slow Life”. The event will feature a series of renowned local and international speakers including Sonu Shivdasani, Yala Shameem, Carissa Nimah, Hussain Rashid (Sendi), […]
Vinod Mathew Appointed Director of Revenue at Dusit Thani Maldives
Dusit Thani Maldives has appointed Vinod Mathew as the resort’s new director of revenue. Vinod will oversee revenue management and distribution strategy and work closely with the resort’s department heads to embed a revenue management culture. An internationally minded professional, Mathew speaks English, French, Hindi, Malayalam and Tamil. He earned his Bachelor’s in Tourism and […]
Crossroads Maldives Launches New Art Gallery
Crossroads Maldives has launched a new art space at The Marina called “The Gallery”, a home to a variety of masterpieces from local community as well as international artists of all levels and genres. The Gallery aims to increase guest’s awareness on Maldivian culture and understanding on various arts, but also to give opportunity to […]
Resort News Weekly Roundup
Easter Adventures at Kuramathi Kuramathi is one the first resorts to open in the beautiful Maldives. Situated in Rasdhoo Atoll, Kuramathi is a perfect sanctuary of pristine stretch of white sandbanks, idyllic surroundings of turquoise lagoons, tropical jungle, and flora. The resort not only caters for all budgets but is also a family friendly resort […]
Sonika Adlakha Appointed Commercial Director at Malahini Kuda Bandos
Malahini Kuda Bandos has appointed Sonika Adlakha as its new commercial director. Sonika will be responsible for generating top-line revenue for the property by securing new accounts, maintaining existing ones and executing sales strategies in the resort’s transition to upscale the brand. Sonika brings over two decades of hospitality experience and most recently performed as […]
Tourism Industry Updates from the Maldives- February 2022
The Maldives welcomed over 149,008 tourists in February 2022, totalling this year’s arrival to 280, 772 tourists. There were thirty-six international airlines operating to the country and more than 81 per cent of the registered tourist facilities are in operation. As of end February 2022, there have been a total of 280, 772 tourist arrivals […]
Renato De Oliveira Appointed General Manager at The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands has appointed Renato De Oliveira as the luxury resort’s new general manager. He will be responsible for the resort’s business strategy and overall operations and ensuring brand initiatives are met through The Ritz-Carlton Gold Standards. With hospitality degrees from both Universidade Anhembi Morumbi and Swiss Hotel Association Management School – […]
‘Cirrhilabrus Finifenmaa’ – The New Fish Species Discovered in Maldives Coral Reefs
Named after the country’s national flower, the new-to-science Rose-Veiled Fairy Wrasse is the first fish species to be formally described by a Maldivian researcher. It is also one of the first species to have its name derived from the local Dhivehi language, ‘finifenmaa’ meaning ‘rose’. Scientists from the California Academy of Sciences, the University of Sydney, […]
Top Job Vacancies of the Week in Maldives Hospitality Industry
General Manager – Patina Maldives, Fari Islands Capella Hotel Group is hiring a general manager for its Patina property in Fari Islands, Maldives. Key Duties The General Manager will lead the management and operations of the Resort. Accountable for the Strategy and Leadership of Patina Maldives with focus on financial performance, service excellence and brand […]
Siyam World Introduces Horse Riding Packages
With the purpose of offering guests unique experiences in Maldives, Siyam World has launched a 15,000sqm ranch on the island in Noonu Atoll, home to four rare breed Indian horses. Following a comprehensive approval process by the Maldives Ministry of Fishery & Agriculture, the four newest members of the Siyam World family were welcomed into […]
Evghenia Popazoglo Appointed Director of Operations at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island has appointed Evghenia Popazoglo as director of operations ahead of the twin-island’s grand relaunch. An experienced Head of Operations and hospitality expert, Popazoglo will be responsible for elevating the guest experience whilst upholding the high-quality service standard that the resort is renowned for. With an impressive career spanning sixteen years, Popazoglo’s […]
