World Tourism Day 2016: Tourism leaders commit to advance Universal Accessibility
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Over 500 delegates from 60 countries convened in Bangkok, Thailand, to take part in the Official Celebrations of the World Tourism Day this year dedicated to the theme ‘Tourism for all: Promoting Universal Accessibility.’ Policy frameworks, capacity building, business strategies and awareness raising have been some of the areas tackled during the week of events […]
Maldives Marine Expo 2016 opens at Hulhumale’
The third edition of Maldives Marine Expo 2016 opened yesterday at the Hulhumale’ marina area.
Tourism for All: Promoting Universal Accessibility
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Today marks the World Tourism Day, and countries across the globe are celebrating with a common theme set by the United Nations’ World Tourism Organisation on ‘Tourism for all – promoting universal accessibility’. In his message on the occasion, Secretary General of the United Nations, Ban Ki Moon noted that with almost 1.2 billion people […]
Outrigger earns two awards at Travel Weekly Gold Magellan Awards
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Outrigger Resorts recently earned two 2016 Travel Weekly Gold Magellan Awards, for the company’s redesign of its website and a branding video produced for Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort that showcases its exquisite over-water bungalows and uncompromising Outrigger hospitality. “It’s a tremendous honor to be recognized for our commitment to continuously improving and enhancing the travel […]
Six Senses launches new service to optimise sleep
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Six Senses has rolled out a new service designed to help guests enjoy the best sleep imaginable with a dedicated ‘Sleep Ambassador’ and fine-tuned surroundings. The group’s enhanced sleep standard, Sleep With Six Senses, was developed in partnership with internationally renowned Sleep Doctor Michael J. Breus Ph.D, and has been introduced at five Six Senses […]
Maldives to welcome first InterContinental resort
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has signed an agreement with Hotel Properties Limited (HPL) to manage a new resort in the Maldives. The 83- room InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort will be developed in Maamunagau island in Raa atoll. “Tourism in the Maldives has been a major contributor to its economy, contributing more than 40 percent […]
WTCC Chairman to deliver keynote address at inaugural Asia Hotel and Tourism Investment Conference
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Gerald Lawless, the chairman of the World Travel and Tourism Council, will deliver a keynote address on ‘Building a Tourism Destination’ at the inaugural Asia Hotel and Tourism Investment Conference (AHTIC). Lawless will share his expertise in building both Dubai as a destination as well as the luxury hospitality brand Jumeirah Group. Organised by Bench […]
Upcoming properties: The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Starwood Hotels & Resorts’ newest property in the Maldives, The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort, will open its doors on 1 November. Located in Dhaalu atoll, the luxury resort is a 40-minute seaplane ride away from the Ibrahim Nasir International Airport. Set to redefine ‘Barefoot Luxury’, The St. Regis Maldives offers a personal e-butler service […]
HICAP Deal of the Year award finalists announced
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Award finalists have been announced for the Reggie Shiu Development of the Year and Single Asset Transaction of the Year. Awards will be presented at the Hotel Investment Conference Asia Pacific (HICAP), scheduled for 19-21 October 2016 at the InterContinental Hong Kong. HICAP is hosted by BHN, Horwath HTL, and Stiles Capital Events. Finalists for […]
Marriott-Starwood merger gets approved
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Chinese Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) has approved the merger of Marriott International and Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide. As this was the last regulatory approval required to complete the merger, Marriott and Starwood are now able to proceed with closing the transaction and expect the transaction to be completed before the market opens on […]
HICAP announces winners of sustainability award
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Hotel Investment Conference Asia Pacific (HICAP) has announced the winners of the HICAP 2016 Sustainable Hotel awards. Organised and co-hosted by Burba Hotel Network (BHN), Horwarth HTL and Stiles Capital Events, the 27th edition of the annual event will be held from 19 to 20 October at the InterContinental Hong Kong. Launched at HICAP […]
