Hideaway Beach Resort to host renowned Padel player Hernan Flores
Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa is set to host the International Training Campus: World Padel Pro Luxury Experience, from November 21st to 23rd, 2024. This exclusive event presents a rare opportunity for Padel enthusiasts to train under the guidance of one of the sport’s top professionals, Hernán Flores. Hernán Flores, a top-ranked player and esteemed […]
Experience island-inspired wellness at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi
Perfectly placed on the pristine shores of the Maldives, Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is a luxurious sanctuary that promises unparalleled privacy and personalised service. For those seeking a rejuvenating escape, the award-winning Waldorf Astoria Spa offers a tranquil haven amidst six tropical gardens and four overwater villas. Guests can immerse themselves in restorative treatments inspired […]
Special offers with Sheraton Maldives for Saudi National Day
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa has announced an enticing offer for guests celebrating Saudi National Day. As Saudi Arabia marks its 94th National Day, the resort invites Saudi travellers to indulge in a luxurious escape to paradise. Nestled on the picturesque Furanafushi Island in North Malé Atoll, the resort is surrounded by turquoise […]
Amendment to lower resort lease extension fees ratified
President Mohamed Muizzu ratified a bill on Thursday to amend the Tourism Act, introducing changes that allow resorts to extend their leases by paying a reduced fee. Previously, the Tourism Act permitted the extension of resort or integrated resort leases for an additional 49 years, provided certain conditions were met. These conditions included the payment […]
Jumeirah Olhahali Island appoints Chef Nonky as Executive Chef
Jumeirah Olhahali Island has announced the appointment of Chef Nurmaningsih Tejapermana, known as Chef Nonky, as the Maldivian resort’s new Executive Chef. Chef Nonky brings over two decades of distinguished experience in the upscale hospitality industry and is a veteran member of Jumeirah, having accumulated a wealth of knowledge through key positions at top international […]
Maldives adds new island to resort development list
The Ministry of Tourism has added Lhaanbugali in Raa Atoll to the list of islands available for lease for resort development. The ministry announced on Wednesday that proposals are now open for the development of Lhaanbugali, with an acquisition fee set at USD 1.6 million. The island covers an area of 2.66 hectares. Additionally, the […]
Maldivian Chef Maha Naseer to Judge Thailand World Junior Chef Battle 2024
Renowned Maldivian culinary expert, Chef Maha Naseer, has been selected as a judge for the prestigious Thailand World Junior Chef Battle 2024. The event, set to take place in Bangkok from August 28 to 31, will showcase the skills of 16 teams, including 12 international and 4 Thai participants. Representing diverse nations such as the […]
Printlab renews as Printing Partner for Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2024
Printlab, the large format digital printing company in the Maldives, has renewed its role as the Printing Partner for the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2024. This marks the second consecutive year that Printlab is partnering with the event. As the Printing Partner, Printlab will play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless execution of the […]
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma launches month-long Manta Ray conservation celebration
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives will host a series of engaging activities for the inaugural ‘Kandooma Manta Month’ to raise awareness about manta ray conservation and offer guests unforgettable experiences in the pristine waters of the Maldives. Last year the Resort embarked on a week-long celebration which kicked off on World Manta Day and received […]
Dusit Thani Maldives wins TTM 2024 award for best wellness resort
Dusit Thani Maldives has been honoured with the prestigious title of Best Wellness Resort in the Maldives at the esteemed Travel Trade Maldives (TTM) Awards 2024. This accolade stands as a testament to the resort’s unwavering commitment to excellence and the exceptional wellness experiences offered through Devarana Wellness. Nestled within the breathtaking beauty of the […]
CROSSROADS Maldives partners with Hotelier Maldives for GM Forum 2024
CROSSROADS Maldives has officially signed on as the Event Partner for the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2024, aligning itself with one of the most prominent gatherings for general managers and industry professionals in the Maldivian hospitality sector. The forum is scheduled to take place on 19 September 2024, under the theme, ‘The Evolving Luxury Landscape.’ […]
OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI, OZEN LIFE MAADHOO to host Bodegas Viñátigo masterclasses
“Wine is bottled poetry”, said Robert Louis Stevenson, and where better to savour the poetry of fine Spanish wine, that even Shakespeare extolled, than the enchanting isles of the Maldives. At THE OZEN COLLECTION, the art of winemaking meets the art of inspired island living in a series of extraordinary masterclasses that showcase Bodegas Viñátigo’s […]