Onyx Hospitality Group announces OZO Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Onyx Hospitality Group has announced the launch of OZO Maldives, with the signing of an agreement with a joint venture company led by Panchshil Realty. Scheduled to open in the third quarter of 2020, the 200-villa private island resort will occupy a secluded island in the Raa Atoll; Onyx Hospitality Group’s second property in the […]
Niyama Private Islands Maldives continues to shine at Condé Nast Traveler’s 2018 Readers’ Choice Awards
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Niyama Private Islands Maldives continues to be lauded for offering uniquely diverse experiences amidst luxury and style as Condé Nast Traveler announced the results of its 31st annual Readers’ Choice Awards with Niyama Private Islands Maldives being recognized as the #7 Top Resort in the Indian Ocean. Niyama proudly shares this accolade with sister property Naladhu […]
Maldives Boating Awards 2018 open for nominations
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Maldives Boating Awards 2018 has been opened for nominations. Initiated by the Liveaboard Association of Maldives, the award seeks to recognise the strength of the boating industry and the services rendered by the service providers. Awards are presented to nominees in different categories on the various sector and standard basis, and this year the award […]
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Kuredu Island Resort & Spa announces 30th-anniversary celebrations Kuredu Island Resort & Spa has announced special activities as part of celebrations to mark the 30th anniversary of the resort, including the chance to win a holiday. The resort is holding special activities from December 10 to 17 as part of the special anniversary celebrations. […]
The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort welcomes first guests
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, Westin Hotels & Resorts’ first hotel in the Maldives, has opened its shores to guests. Developed by Belluna Co. Ltd, Japan and Asia Capital PLC, Sri Lanka, The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort heralds the Westin brand’s wellness positioning in the Maldivian oasis. Nestled on a beautiful coral island in the […]
One&Only Reethi Rah to host YELLOW pop-up restaurant
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]One&Only Reethi Rah is hosting the innovative plant-based restaurant YELLOW for an exclusive pop-up event this October at the resort’s garden-to-table restaurant Botanica. Sydney-based Chef Brent Savage, renowned for his original vegetarian cuisine, will be serving an eight-course plant-based contemporary menu for guests to enjoy. An array of dining choices awaits guests at One&Only Reethi […]
Michael Melzer appointed new General Manager of Mӧvenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Michael Melzer has been appointed as the new General Manager of Movenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives, a new resort which is scheduled to open in November 2018. A German national, Michael has more than 35 years of experience in the hospitality industry, many of which have been spent in the Asia Pacific region. With qualifications from […]
Hotel Asia 2018 set to kick-off tomorrow
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The 14th edition of Hotel Asia is set to kick-off tomorrow at Dharubaaruge Exhibition Hall. The International Culinary challenge 2018 will take place from 9th to 12th October with the Hotel Asia Exhibition starting on the 10th. The culinary challenge will feature a certified judging panel from the World Association of Chefs Society (WACS). This […]
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Maldives bags three prestigious accolades at World Travel Awards 2018 The Maldives has won the prestigious position of the Indian Ocean’s Leading Beach Destination, Indian Ocean’s Leading Dive Destination and Indian Ocean’s Leading Destination at the Annual World Travel Awards; Africa and the Indian Ocean. The Maldives once again secured the prestigious position after […]
Oevaali Art Shop: a truly Maldivian fine arts studio
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Oevaali Art Shop, a fine arts studio owned and managed by four Maldivian artists, has opened its first outlet in Malé. Oevaali Art Shop was first launched in December 2015 as a small art project between sisters Raniya and Raya Ahmed Mansoor, and later joined by artistic brothers Ajuwad ‘Imma’ Rasheed and Ali Ajeel ‘Ajikko’ […]
Soneva announces second edition of Soneva Surf Pro 2018
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Soneva has announced the second edition of the Soneva Surf Pro 2018 competition, which is scheduled to be held on October 6. The follow-up event to the first competition is to be held in the Noonu Atoll, on Lhohi Island, in the Bodu Olhu break. It will be the Noonu Atoll’s first ever surfing competition, […]
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Six Senses Laamu introduces shrimp-free menus to support sustainable seafood initiative Six Senses Laamu has announced that it will no longer serve shrimp or prawns in either its guest restaurants or staff canteen, as of September 2018. The move follows a visit to Six Senses Laamu by Callum Roberts, professor of Marine Conservation at […]
