Soneva Fushi becomes world’s first resort to launch 3D Astronomy
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Soneva has become the first to bring 3D astronomy to resort tourism. Using the latest 3D technology with a brand new Meade telescope, Soneva Fushi’s resident astronomers are now able to show guests the vast differences in distance between stars and other celestial objects – enabling guests to gain a new appreciation of the nature […]
Extraordinary gastronomic experiences at Hurawalhi Island Resort
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hurawalhi Island Resort is inviting guests for an extraordinary gastronomic experience hosted by two Michelin-star chef Fulvio Siccardi. The decorated chef Fulvio Siccardi will be hosting the dining experiences from January 27 to 29, with seating at the luxuriously decorated table dug into the powdery sand in Dream Island. Having received Michelin acclaims for his […]
Soneva Jani has the “World’s sexiest bedroom”, according to Mr & Mrs Smith
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Soneva Jani has been awarded the World’s Sexiest Bedroom by The Mr & Mrs Smith Hotel Awards 2018. The Mr & Mrs Smith Hotel Awards unveiled the “very best of the very best” lodgings around the world for 2018, naming two resorts in the Maldives. “As a travel club, we like to do things a […]
Gold Standard – Three Maldives hotels named amongst world’s best
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Three Maldives hotels have made the highly influential list of best hotels in the world for 2018 by Condé Nast Traveller. Cheval Blanc Randheli in Noonu Atoll, Four Seasons Private Island at Voavoh, Baa Atoll and Soneva Fushi in Kunfunadhoo Island all feature in the travel bible’s 2018 list. “This is our list of the […]
Soneva announces sponsorship of London Art Fair 2018
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Soneva has announced that it will be joining London Art Fair for the first time this year. As Soneva’s Art & Glass programme continues to be a key focus for 2018, Soneva will be supporting the curated exhibition of modern and contemporary art in the VIP area. Soneva is home to the only Glass Studio […]
MMPRC kicks off destination marketing for 2018 with FITUR
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) has kicked off its destination marketing programme for the year with FITUR, the International Tourism Trade Fair Held in Madrid, Spain. MMPRC will participate in 15 international fairs this year, as part of efforts to market and promote the Maldives as a top tourism destination. Five of these […]
Emboodhoo Lagoon: CROSSROADS project sees first open house for investors
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Singha Estate, the developer of the Emboodhoo Lagoon: CROSSROADS project, has held an open house event on the business investment opportunities available in the project. More than 15 local and international investors attended the event held at the National Art Gallery. The CROSSROADS project is the country’s first multi-island integrated leisure and entertainment destination in […]
AHLEI launches tourism-focused Guest Service Gold® Training programme
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI) has launched a new tourism-focused version of its bestselling Guest Service Gold® training and certification programme designed to arm all hospitality and tourism employees with the skills they need to deliver high-calibre service to every guest, every time. In a digital world where 9 out of 10 travellers think reading online reviews is […]
Singapore Airlines’ new A380 cabin products to fly next to London and Hong Kong
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Singapore Airlines (SIA) has announced that London and Hong Kong will be the next destinations to be served by its newest Airbus A380 aircraft, featuring the Airline’s recently unveiled new cabin products. Starting February 16, 2018, the aircraft will operate as SQ322 (Singapore-London) on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. From February 7, 2018, to April 5, […]
Baros Maldives welcomes Ahmed Jihad as new General Manager
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Baros Maldives has appointed Ahmed ‘Jay’ Jihad as the new General Manager of one of the country’s first luxury private island resorts. Ahmed is returning to Baros Maldives, after having worked at the property from 2008 to 2010 as the Operations Manager. He began his hotel career at Full Moon Maldives, after completing a degree […]
UK visitor numbers to the Maldives record positive growth
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The UK outbound travel market to the Maldives is seeing signs of steady growth. The Maldives announced an 18.7 percent increase in UK visitor arrivals when comparing November 2017 with the same month in 2016. In total, 9,579 UK visitors travelled to the Maldives during the month, up from 8,073 a year earlier. Furthermore, UK […]
