Cinnamon Hotels upgrades operations with Oracle Cloud
John Keells Group, the parent company of Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, a diverse chain of hotels with a portfolio across Sri Lanka and the Maldives, has selected the Oracle Hospitality OPERA Cloud suite of products, including property management, sales and event management, and MICROS Simphony Cloud point-of-sale. To best serve guests across their hotels, resorts, […]
Amari Raaya Maldives launches exclusive pre-opening offers ahead of August 2023 opening
Amari Raaya Maldives, the newest luxury destination resort located on a lush private island in Raa Atoll, Maldives, is generating excitement as its launch approaches in August 2023. Situated just 45 minutes away by seaplane from Velana International Airport, Amari Raaya Maldives offers a convenient option for travelers seeking an extraordinary experience in the Maldives. […]
Furaveri Maldives offers unforgettable Eid Al-Adha activities, offers
Furaveri Maldives has announced a range of exciting activities and exclusive offers to mark the joyous occasion of Eid Al-Adha. These special offers are available exclusively through the Furaveri Maldives website. Guests celebrating, can join the Eid Prayer at the mosque at 07:30hrs, followed by a delightful Special Eid breakfast buffet at Jaafaiy Restaurant from […]
Saudi low-cost airline Flynas begins Maldives flights
Flynas, Saudi Arabia’s low-cost airline, on Tuesday began flights to Maldives from Riyadh. The maiden flight of Flynas landed at the Maldives’ main Velana International Airport Tuesday morning, and was greeted with a water salute. The new route will depart from King Khalid International Airport three times a week on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at […]
Voting opens for TTM Awards 2023
Travel Trade Maldives (TTM) has announced that the voting process for the highly anticipated TTM Awards 2023 is now open to the public. Travel industry professionals and consumers from around the world are invited to cast their votes for the most outstanding resorts and hotels in the Maldives across various categories. The TTM Awards is […]
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives promotes Hussain Shahid to Resort Manager
After 14 years of service, which commenced as Director of Human Resources back in 2009, Hussain Shahid has developed a broad cross-section of skills in hotel management, resulting in his promotion from Executive Assistant Manager to Resort Manager of Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives, this June. Speaking about his time at Kandooma, he reflects on […]
EPA should encourage, not fine coral propagation programmes
The Environment Protection Agency of Maldives (EPA) recently fined some resorts for running coral propagation programmes without conducting an Environment Impact Assessment Report (EIA). This decision has been met with criticism from some conservationists, who argue that the EPA should be encouraging these programmes, not penalising them. Coral propagation programmes are a valuable tool for […]
Maldives joins UNWTO’s International Code for Protection of Tourists
In a significant move towards promoting tourism safety and enhancing international standards, the Maldives has officially become a signatory to the International Code for the Protection of Tourists, developed by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). This historic agreement marks the first-ever legal instrument designed to establish globally recognised guidelines for safeguarding tourists at […]
Father’s Day celebrations at Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives
In a remarkable tribute to fatherhood, Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives, offered fathers on the island an extraordinary holiday from their holiday, allowing them to celebrate and indulge in a truly unforgettable experience. On the idyllic shores of the Maldives, Grand Park Kodhipparu unveiled its exclusive “Escape Within” celebration, a bespoke itinerary crafted to honour fathers […]
Hummingbird launches UK-Maldives private jet experience
Hummingbird Travel, leading luxury DMC in the Maldives has partnered with Hum Club hotels to launch The Private Jet Experience, the first ever private jet charter from London to Male’. Launching this year for the the 2023/2024 festive period, the Hum Club jet offering will provide a solution to the increasing demand, according to Tom […]
MATATO launches survey to assess Maldives’ banking, finance, tourism industries
Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) has invited members and relevant stakeholders to participate in a comprehensive survey aimed at assessing the current state of finance, banking, and tourism sectors in the Maldives. MATATO said that it is an important foundation for the organisation to seek valuable insights from direct members and […]
Captivating wellness experiences take centre stage at Marriott Bonvoy resorts in Maldives
Located in the azure waters of the Indian Ocean, the Maldives has long been renowned as a tropical paradise, offering pristine white-sand beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and breathtaking natural beauty. Beyond its idyllic scenery, the Maldives has emerged as a leading destination and hub for wellness activities, drawing travellers from around the world seeking rejuvenation, […]
