Kuramathi introduces new à la carte menus at four of its signature restaurants
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Kuramathi Maldives has upgraded the à la carte menus at four of its signature restaurants. The Reef, coined as a guest favourite and a classic of the resort, is set over-water and provides stunning views of the teal-tinted lagoon making it a popular choice for its return guests, honeymooners and those that crave fresh fish […]
Revenue Management Workshop to be Organized by IDeaS and Hotelier Maldives
A Revenue Management Concept Workshop is to be organized by IDeaS and Hotelier Maldives in association with Champa Central Hotel. The evolution of the revenue management has been one of 2016’s top trending topics in hospitality industry. As the industry propels forward with better insights and more informed strategic opportunities, there’s also been a marked […]
Hotels and resorts gear up for festive period
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hotels and resorts across the Maldives are preparing to usher in the festive period with special activities for guests to celebrate Christmas and New Year. The end of the year is traditionally the busiest time of the year for the tourism industry, coinciding with the holidays and the peak season. From 19 December to 2 […]
Jumeirah Vittaveli appoints new Executive Committee Members
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Jumeirah Vittaveli has made a number of senior leadership appointments; Benedict Hopkins as the Director of Finance, Lijo John as the Director of Revenue Management and Mike Audrain as Director of Human Resources. Amit Majumder, the General Manager of Jumeirah Vittaveli, said: “A strong team is made of dedicated and experienced professionals and therefore I […]
Coco Collection appoints new Group General Manager and Head of Sales and Marketing
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Coco Collection has appointed Antony Paton as its Group General Manager and Andrew Ashmore as the Head of Sales and Marketing. As the Group General Manager, Antony Paton will oversee the operations of all three properties in the portfolio. With 40 years of experience, knowledge and background of the travel and hospitality industry, Paton’s recent […]
Sri Lanka announces plans for Tourism Development Zones
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Sri Lanka has announced plans to attract tourists back to the ‘Pearl of the Indian Ocean’ with the launch of themed tourism development zones, a public-private sector initiative backed by the Ministry of Lands, the Ministry of Tourism and the Sri Lanka Tourism Club, a government-recognised group of industry leaders. More than eight ‘themed international […]
Kandholhu Maldives introduces Dhivehi Raha degustation menu, starlit cinema
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Kandholhu Maldives has introduced a Dhivehi Raha (Maldivian Taste) degustation menu and set up a starlit cinema on the beach for its guests. The five-course degustation menu was pioneered by Executive Chef Mickaël Farina. Designed to showcase the best of Maldivian cuisine, it will be served in a perfect setting on the beach to the […]
Kuramathi and Maafushivaru achieve Travelife Gold certification
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Kuramathi Maldives and its sister property, Maafushivaru has won the Travelife Gold award for their sustainability efforts. Kuramathi’ first attained the Travelife Gold status in 2013. Following a new audit this year under more stringent regulations, the resort has been awarded gold status for the second time. This sets the benchmark even higher for Kuramathi […]
Maldives scoops 6 global awards at the World Luxury Hotel Awards
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Six Maldivian properties won global recognition at the World Luxury Hotel Awards held on the 29th of October at the St. Regis Doha, Qatar. Additionally, Maldives proved its stronghold as a world class destination with big wins in the regional and continental categories as well. The six properties which won global prizes at the WLHA […]
Six Senses Laamu announces special activities for festive season
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Six Senses Laamu is gearing up for the festive season with special activities and celebrations planned for guests of all ages between December 23, 2016 and January 3, 2017. Some of the festive highlights include: Dr. Jitendra invites guests to discover the Six Senses Integrated Wellness programs. A variety of classes and workshops have also […]
Outrigger wins Best Hotel/Resort Website award
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Outrigger.com has won the Best Hotel/Resort Website award at the Travelmole Asia Pacific Web Awards 2016. Mark Simmons, Outrigger’s Vice President of Sales & Marketing Asia Pacific accepted the award at the Travelmole Asia Pacific Web Awards ceremony 20 October during the ITB Asia travel show in Singapore. According to Outrigger, the newly designed website […]
The Sun Siyam Iru Fushi announces special activities with Marine Biologist
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]To reinforce its efforts on preserving marine life and to provide guests with in-depth knowledge on diving, The Sun Siyam Iru Fushi has joined hands with Hannah Windmill – an accomplished marine biologist and dive instructor. Hannah Windmill has a BSc in Marine Biology and a wide array of experience in the field. She was […]
