Nominations open for HICAP 2016 Rising Star Award
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC), in partnership with the Hotel Investment Conference Asia Pacific (HICAP) is now accepting nominations for the Rising Star Award Asia Pacific. The award will be presented at the HICAP conference to be held on 21 October 2016 at the InterContinental Hong Kong. According to ISHC, to be eligible […]
Kandima Maldives to open in December
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hospitality and lifestyle brand, Pulse Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of its new property, Kandima Maldives, in December. The contemporary lifestyle resort in Dhaalu atoll will cater for guests of all ages; couples, families and groups of friends. Kandima offers 274 stylish studios and villas, with eleven room categories to choose from. The rooms […]
Amana Takaful Maldives launches special insurance policy for guest houses
Amana Takaful (Maldives) PLC has launched Takaful Guest House Cover, a new insurance policy that caters to the guest house sector of the Maldives.
Kuredu and Mirihi resorts to welcome Duniye Spa yoga teachers
Two luxury resorts in the Maldives are set to welcome yoga instructors from the world-renowned Duniye Spa.
Jumeirah Vittaveli celebrates success at World Luxury Spa and Restaurants Awards
Jumeirah Vittaveli has won three awards at the World Luxury Spa Awards and the World Luxury Restaurant Awards Gala 2016 in Switzerland.
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island wins big at World Luxury Restaurant Awards
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island has been recognised for its world-class food and beverage offerings by the World Luxury Restaurant Awards.
Horwath HTL and QUO announce strategic alliance
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Specialist hotel business strategy consultants Horwath HTL and brand creation agency QUO have entered into an alliance to combine their expertise in order to provide the hospitality sector with an unparalleled offering in terms of business consulting. The two world-leading firms will provide a suite of integrated services ranging from feasibility studies through to brand […]
Finolhu opens with three-day party
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Finolhu, the sister property of Amilla Fushi, has welcomed its first guests with a three-day opening party. The opening festivities included fireworks, stilt walkers, live acts and DJs, including DJ Burt Bevan, DJ Jaffa , SRS, Kissy Sell out and synthpop artists the Cuban Brothers, British singer and dancer Katherine Ellis. Guests were invited to […]
UNWTO announces Ethics Award
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) and the World Committee on Tourism Ethics (WCTE) have launched the first ever UNWTO Ethics Award. The award will recognise companies committed to making their businesses more responsible and sustainable through the implementation of the Global Code of Ethics for Tourism, UNWTO said in a press statement. The award is […]
Starwood Maldives resorts host special iftar
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Sheraton and W Maldives hosted a special iftar for partners and friends on 16 June at the Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa. Travel agents and tour operators who have had a longstanding business relationship with Starwood Maldives resorts attended the function. Prior to breaking fast, Hotel Manager Rajbhan Singh thanked all the invitees […]
Cruising for Epicures at Baros Maldives
Baros Maldives’ programme of special cruises by dhoni and motor yacht has recently been enhanced with the addition of breakfast, lunch and sunset cocktail on-board cruising options
Investigating Overseas and Navigating Risks in ASEAN Markets highlighted at APHIC 2016
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hotel investors, developers, and industry experts from the Asia Pacific region gathered in Thailand late May for the 8th annual Asia Pacific Hotel Investment Conference (APHIC). Organised by Questex Hospitality + Travel Group and held at Dusit Thani hotel in Bangkok, the conference welcomed more than 200 delegates to discuss various topics that affect the […]
