Hotelier Maldives, IDeaS open Revenue Management Workshop
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hotelier Maldives – the only dedicated magazine for hospitality professionals in the country – announced today the opening of its Revenue Management Concept Workshop. The two-day workshop is organized by Hotelier Maldives and IDeaS, in association with Champa Central Hotel. The workshop, held at Champa Central Hotel from February 15 to 16, is facilitated by […]
Capture Maldives’ wonders as a Photography Ambassador
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) initiates a Photography Ambassador programme, with the opportunity for selected photographers to capture the wonders of the top holiday destination. An announcement by MMPRC said it is looking for five talented individuals to serve as official MMPRC Photography Ambassadors. The Ambassadors would be assigned work towards the creation […]
A Glimpse into the Sunny Side of Life at Saudi Arabia
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Sun Siyam Resorts, together with the Embassy of the Republic of Maldives host a special evening in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, dubbed “A Glimpse into the Sunny Side of Life.” The event was held in Riyadh on the 13th of February at Four Points by Sheraton hotel. The special event held to mark […]
Naladhu Resort Maldives and 13 Minor Hotel properties honoured with multiple TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Hotels
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Minor Hotels (MH), a hotel owner, operator and investor, currently with a portfolio of 156 hotels and resorts in 24 countries across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Europe, South America, Africa and the Indian Ocean, is celebrating an impressive number of properties being recognised in the 2017 TripAdvisor® Travellers’ Choice awards for hotels. In the […]
MATI holds 27th AGM; elects Executive Board
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) has elected members to its Executive Board. The appointments were made at the association’s 27th Annual General Meeting, held at Dharubaaruge. MATI Chairman Mohamed Umar Manik and Secretary General Ahmed Nazeer addressed the meeting, attended by members of the organization, prominent business personalities and industry stakeholders. “Mega development […]
Maldivian acquires new addition to seaplane fleet
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]National carrier Maldivian adds a new aircraft to its seaplane fleet, as part of efforts to strengthen domestic operations. With the new acquisition of the 15-seat Canadian made DHC-6 Twin Otter, the airline increased its seaplane fleet to 9. The new aircraft was brought in from Switzerland. “It is expected to join operations in a […]
Maldives Tourism Promotion Board Ltd. to oversee Maldives’ promotion
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Government – by Presidential Decree (No.: 02/2017) – has constituted the Maldives Tourism Promotion Board Limited to oversee Maldives’ tourism sector promotion. The new enterprise is a 100% state owned entity. MTPB was formed with the aim to study travel trends that drive the tourism industry, enhance tourism sector gains and explore new and […]
Tourism sector is expected to pick up pace in 2017- MMA Review
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Tourism During December 2016, total tourist arrivals increased by 14% in monthly terms while it remained largely unchanged in annual terms, and totalled 119,530. Arrivals from the European markets, especially from the United Kingdom and Germany, registered a decline in annual terms during the review month, which was off set by a growth in arrivals […]
Hurawalhi Maldives invites you for a taste of South Africa 5.8 meters below the sea
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Imagine dining 5.8 meters below the sea? How about a taste of the best in South African cuisines in an undersea restaurant, amongst the enchanting coral gardens with marine fauna giving you company? This is now a reality. Hurawalhi Maldives is bringing the taste of South Africa to your plates and glasses at the ‘spectacular’ […]
Coca-Cola Long Run 2017 to see higher number of international runners
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Coca-Cola Long Run 2017 has been launched with a special emphasis on attracting international runners. The annual event – organized by Total Fitness Group (TfG) – will be held on April 14 in Hulhumalé. The event was introduced in 2013 with 210 runners; with 50 runners participating in the country’s first half marathon. “The […]
Shangri-La International Hotel Management unveils Night Light
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hotel Jen, part of Shangri-La International Hotel Management, unveils its first experiential programme, Night Light, which will run across all Hotel Jen properties in Asia Pacific. Designed to help guests who wish to be immersed in a destination and explore safely after dark with a carefree mind, Night Light is anchored around a ‘living’ interactive […]
Sophia Altamirano appointed as VP of Sales at ONYX Hospitality Group
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Thailand-based ONYX Hospitality Group has appointed Sophia Altamirano as its Vice President of Sales. She will be based at the Bangkok headquarters. Altamirano brings with her 19 years of experience in the hospitality industry, having worked with various brands in different roles, including 14 years with AccorHotels Group, working with Mercure, Grand Mercure, Novotel and […]
