Indigenous Maldivian experiences at Fushifaru Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Fushifaru Maldives is making waves with a first-of-its-kind arrival ritual by welcoming all guests to the island with the blowing of the Sangu or Sea Conch, thus marking the first of a collection of indigenous Maldivian experiences available at the resort. The Sangu is a significant aspect of Maldivian cultural history and was traditionally used […]
Record-breaking five award wins in one day for Dusit Thani Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Dusit Thani Maldives has scooped up a record five awards in one day to finish off a multi-award winning first quarter of 2018. It proved to be a day full of success for the Dusit Thani Maldives’ team with awards and recognition received across a range of categories and international ceremonies. Two of the awards […]
Eddie Ng appointed as new Executive Chef at Holiday Inn® Resort Kandooma Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives has appointed Chef Eddie Ng as Executive Chef overseeing all of the resort’s diverse food experiences. Hailing from Singapore, Eddie has spent considerable time across Asia at leading hotels and resorts such as the Ritz Carlton Millenia Singapore, Hotel InterContinental Dubai, Crowne Plaza Sanya, Crowne Plaza Shenyang Parkview, Hilton Hangzhou […]
Singapore Airlines named Tripadvisor’s ‘Best Airline in the World’
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Singapore Airlines has been named this year’s ‘Best Airline in the World’ in the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards for Airlines 2018. The Airline has also been recognised in seven other categories of the awards by the international travel planning and booking site. Winners of the Travellers’ Choice Awards for Airlines 2018 were selected based on […]
Four Seasons Explorer announces 2018 Manta Trust expeditions
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Four Seasons Explorer has announced its 2018 Manta Trust expeditions, giving guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in the elusive world of manta rays, the graceful ballerinas of the ocean. The Manta Trust Expedition onboard Four Seasons Explorer places participants at the forefront of cutting-edge research. It’s a rare and thrilling opportunity to contribute to […]
BBM, MECS to host Masterclass and Barista Workshop in preparation for Hotel Asia 2018
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In preparation for Hotel Asia 2018, Bestbuy Maldives Pvt Ltd (BBM), in partnership with Maldives Exhibition and Conference Services (MECS), is set to host a Masterclass and Barista Workshop on April 19. The sixth of its series, the masterclass will be conducted by Chef Garth Shnier, Complex Executive Chef of Sun International, and Chef Ronald […]
Veligaa Hardware launches new showroom ‘Blanc’
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Veligaa Hardware, a major hardware retailer in Male’ has opened its sixth showroom “Blanc” in Janavaree Magu, Male’. Blanc brings you a range of quality products and latest designs of sanitary ware and interior design solutions. The showroom was opened by Veligaa Hardware’s chairman Mohamed Aboobakuru and Pisanu Hathaipantalux, General Manager of VRH, an award […]
Air France increasing trips to Maldives with new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Air France has been operating two weekly flights to Velana International Airport, on departure from Paris-Charles de Gaulle, since 01 November 2017. The flights were operated by Boeing 777-200, equipped with the then latest Air France travel cabins, with a capacity of 312 seats including 28 in Business, 24 in Premium Economy and 260 in Economy. […]
Jumeirah Vittaveli opens new luxurious wine library Cuvée
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Cuvée is a sophisticated wine library boasting over 350 labels from select vineries around the world including a number of unique bin end wines. Situated within Fenesse, the overwater French fine dining restaurant at Jumeirah Vittaveli, Cuvée is part of the serene and intimate overwater venues that cater to romantic couples holidaying in the luxury […]
Precor joins Hotelier Maldives GM Forum as a Silver Partner
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Global Fitness giant Precor has joined the third Hotelier Maldives GM Forum as a Silver Partner. Made in the USA, Precor is preferred by many of the top hotels and resorts such as Waldorf Astoria, Banyan Tree, Hyatt, Pullman as well as Maldivian brands such as Milaidhoo, Kandima and Baros etc. Together with the […]
Oil Aboard the Coconut Express at Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This April, the Navasana Spa at Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort celebrates one year of producing its own coconut oil on the island. The coconut oil is all-natural 100% pure, made by the spa’s therapists who hand press it from the naturally fallen mature coconuts around the island. The oil is used in an increasing number of treatments […]
HIH hosts SABA International Butler Academy
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]For many resort representatives based at Male’ International Airport, the arrival of Mr. Newton Cross, Principal of the South African Butler Academy has become a very familiar sight. The SABA International Butler Academy was established in 2009 with professionals having extensive international experience in the fields of Butlers, Front of House and General Hotel Management. […]
