Laamu Atoll Declared a Hope Spot by Mission Blue
Laamu Atoll has been designated as a planet’s ‘Hope Spot’ by the international non-profit organization, Mission Blue, on 28th October 2021. This declaration results from an application by Maldives Underwater Initiative (MUI), an initiative created by Six Senses Laamu in partnership with three NGOs- the Manta Trust, Blue Marine Foundation and the Olive Ridley Project. […]
Nilesh Singh Appointed General Manager at Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa
Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa appoints Nilesh Singh as the resort’s general manager. Nilesh brings in over twenty years of experience in the hospitality industry within Asia Pacific. Originally from Mumbai, Nilesh began his career as an assistant food and beverage manager at The Oberoi Airport Services in Mumbai, later moving to The Oberoi […]
Siyam World Opens its Doors to a World of New Possibilities
The official opening of Siyam World took place on 28th October 2021, marking a milestone moment for Maldives tourism. The first arrivals to the resort were given a grand welcome along with a small speech by the managing director of Sun Siyam Resorts, Mr. Ahmed Siyam. “This island is one of the most unique products […]
Crown & Champa Resorts Plans Christmas Activities
Crown & Champa Resorts has announced its holiday season programme. The leading resort collection in the Maldives has planned an extravaganza of exquisite gourmet and entertainment experiences, offering global travellers safe and vibrant festive celebrations across its properties. Below is a flavour of some of the activities taking place in its many properties. Kudadoo Maldives Private […]
Faarufushi Maldives Now Emerald Collection’s Second Property in the Maldives
JLL Hotels & Hospitality Group has completed the sale of Faarufushi Maldives, an 80-room upper-upscale resort that opened in 2019. The buyer of the property is the Italy-based Emerald Collection, who agreed to purchase Faarufushi from the Maldives-based Universal Enterprises. This marks Emerald Collection’s second property in the Maldives, following their entry into the region […]
Neos Air Resumes Weekly Flights from Milan and Rome
Italian airlines Neos Air has resumed direct flight operations to Velana International Airport (VIA) from Milan and Rome. The airline will operate three weekly flights on Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays. Italy was the top third source market to the Maldives in 2019 with 136,343 arrivals. The country was also a major market when Maldives reopened […]
Fushifaru Maldives Celebrates Fourth Anniversary with a Big Win
Fushifaru Maldives marked its fourth anniversary on 24th October 2021. The revelries were doubled with the three titles won by Fushifaru at World Luxury Awards 2021. The resort was crowned Luxury Eco Resort winner in the Indian ocean category, while its award-winning Heylhi Spa was titled Global Winner in Luxury Beach Resort Spa category and […]
Kandolhu Maldives Appoints New Management Couple: Guillaume Aublet and Monika Angliker
Kandolhu Maldives welcomes the new management couple to the resort, Guillaume Aublet as resort manager and his real-life partner, Monika Angliker as guest services manager. Born in France, Guillaume is an accomplished hotelier with over 26 years of experience across Switzerland, United Kingdom, Fiji, Seychelles, Caribbean and Maldives. An oenology enthusiast, he has held several […]
Resort News Weekly Roundup
Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa Introduces La Fête by Le Méridien This winter, Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa invites travellers to rejoice in the festive season, seaside-style with La Fête by Le Méridien. Nestled in Lhaviyani Atoll on Thilamaafushi Island, the tropical luxury resort has prepared an exciting array of festivities inspired by […]
Siyam World Holds First Graduation of Sun Thari Apprenticeship Program
Siyam World, the highly anticipated resort in Noonu Atoll, has held the graduation of the first batch that took part in Sun Thari Apprenticeship program. This new program by Siyam World was launched to develop, train and prepare young locals for the tourism and hospitality industry. During the graduation ceremony held on 21st October 2021, […]
Trans Maldivian Airways Supports the Blind and Visually Impaired Society of Maldives
Trans Maldivian Airways (TMA) sponsors the annual camp of the Blind and Visually Impaired Society of Maldives (BVISM), as part of their Corporate Social Responsibility. A special ceremony was held to handover the donation at TMA Seaplane Base on 21st October 2021. Trans Maldivian’s CEO, Mr A.U.M Fawzy, along with members of the company’s Senior […]
One&Only Reethi Rah Launches New Restaurant, ‘Botanica with Matthew Kenney’
In partnership with globally celebrated chef Matthew Kenney, One&Only Reethi Rah has launched a new restaurant, ‘Botanica with Matthew Kenney’. The innovative outlet offers guests a completely plant-based dining experience curated by Chef Kenney whilst enveloped in Botanica’s lush and atmospheric outdoor gardens. Chef Kenny hails from the US and is renowned for being a […]
