Latest Marketing Updates by Visit Maldives
Have a look at a round-up of the latest marketing activities by Visit Maldives, the national tourism body mandated with the promotion of the destination. Media Team from South Africa Arrives to Maldives Journalists from Independent, Getaway Magazine, and Sunday Times have arrived in Maldives for a familiarization trip until 2nd October 2021. These magazines […]
Industry Leaders Discuss Challenges at Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2021
The fifth edition of Hotelier Maldives GM Forum has come to a successful close. Over 90 delegates representing 50 hospitality brands attended the forum held at Paradise Island Resort, Maldives on 23rd September 2021. This year’s GM Forum discussed topics on the themes of airline connectivity, human resources, data-driven storytelling and destination marketing trends. The […]
Monika Adlakha Appointed Marketing and PR Manager at LUX* South Ari Atoll Resort & Villas
LUX* South Ari Atoll Resort & Villas has appointed Monika Adlakha as the resort’s new marketing and public relations manager. With a broad spectrum of experience across media and communication, Monika brings in over 18 years of experience to the role. Based at the island, she will be responsible for planning, developing and implementing the […]
International Housekeeping Week Concludes
September 12-18, 2021 marked the annual, International Housekeepers and Environmental Services Week. A week dedicated to recognising the hard work of a group who plays an important part of any property, but who are often hidden in the background. Housekeepers have always worked tirelessly to ensure rooms and public areas are kept clean and tidy, […]
Crossroads Maldives Celebrates Second Anniversary
Crossroads Maldives, the country’s first extraordinary multi-island and fully integrated leisure destination marks its second anniversary. Crossroads Maldives opened its doors to guests in September 2019 featuring two lifestyle resorts – Hard Rock Hotel Maldives and SAii Lagoon Maldives – Curio Collection by Hilton®. Both resorts offer direct access to extensive facilities at The Marina […]
Six Senses to Add Kanuhura as Second Branded Property in the Maldives
Six Senses will add Kanuhura in Lhaviyani Atoll as second branded property in the Maldives, starting in late 2022. This is Six Senses’ second collaboration with Singapore-based Hotel Properties Limited (HPL). A 40-minute seaplane flight from Velana International Airport, Six Senses Kanuhura will offer 80 private overwater, beach and spacious family villas offering sunset or […]
Over 30 General Managers and Corporate Hoteliers Confirm Participation at GM Forum ’21
At the close of registration, over 30 GMs and corporate hoteliers have confirmed participation at this year’s GM Forum scheduled for 23rd September 2021 at Paradise Island Resort, Male’ Atoll. The participating GMs represent over 50 brands from international hotel management companies and local operators. Launched in 2014, the fifth edition of the GM Forum was […]
Maldives is back on the Flight Path for Brits
The Maldives is off the ‘red list’ and back on the ‘to do list’ for British travellers as the UK Government has announced a major overhaul to simplify the rules governing international travel. The Transport Secretary Grant Shapps made an announcement yesterday that effectively freed up the red tape that has engulfed the UK travel […]
The OZEN Collection to Welcome Wellness Practitioners
Featured Image: Visiting wellness practitioners Domingos Folgado and Jess Cover Continuing their successful wellness celebrations in August, The OZEN Collection has curated meaningful wellness experiences for guests in the coming months. Wellness practitioners Dominos Folgado and Jess Covers will be based at ELENA ELEMENTS OF NATURE spa and wellness centre at Ozen Reserve Bolifushi and […]
Air Astana to Resume Flights from Kazakhstan to Maldives
The flag carrier of Kazakhstan, Air Astana will resume direct flights from Almaty to Velana International Airport (VIA) from 9 October 2021, as reported in eTurboNews. The route will be operated with Airbus A321LR and Boeing 767 aircraft four times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays. The airline initially resumed flights to the […]
Vakkaru Maldives’ Festive Programme Honours 2022 Golden Jubilee Year of Tourism
Ahead of the 50th anniversary of Maldives tourism, Vakkaru Maldives will launch its end-of-year festive celebrations with a ‘Glitter and Gold’ themed programme. Running from 21 December 2021 until 7 January 2022, the celebrations reflect the rich heritage, culture and environment of the Indian Ocean. Guests are invited to share the joy of the holidays […]
Maurice Van Den Bosch Appointed General Manager at Coco Bodu Hithi
Coco Collection has appointed Maurice Van Den Bosch as general manager of Coco Bodu Hithi, Maldives. The Australian-Dutch citizen brings in over twenty years of experience in hotel management. Maurice most recently led the pre-opening team at Le Meridian Maldives Resort & Spa. His experience in managing resorts in the Maldives began in 2017 as […]
