Hurawalhi Island Resort rolls out enhanced dining experiences
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hurawalhi Island Resort, the adults-only resort located in Lhaviyani Atoll, has rolled out an enhanced dining experience at 5.8 Undersea Restaurant. Bjoern van den Oever, the Chef de Cuisine at 5.8 Undersea Restaurant—the world’s largest all-glass undersea restaurant—takes pride, and is pleased to announce the newly enhanced menu, says a statement by Hurawalhi. The expanded […]
Ooredoo gives customers freedom to create custom mobile plans
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Telecom provider Ooredoo Maldives has launched Magey Plan, its new digital platform which gives customers the complete freedom to create their own customised mobile plans, as per their communication needs. “Our commitment to Digital Maldives is to enable new conveniences and life-enriching experiences through digital technology,” says Najib Khan, Chief Executive Officer of Ooredoo Maldives. […]
LUX* South Ari Atoll appoints Jonas Amstad as new GM
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]LUX* South Ari Atoll has appointed seasoned hotel professional Jonas Amstad as the new General Manager of the resort. Born in Switzerland, Amstad brings with him the expertise and experience of a three-decade career in global hospitality. Since his professional journey began in Beckenried, Switzerland, in 1988, Amstad’s career has taken him to Eastern Europe, […]
World’s most expensive Indian menu launched at Swarna, Jumeirah Vittaveli
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Jumeirah Vittaveli is celebrating Swarna’s second anniversary with the ‘Gold at Swarna’ 15-course menu – the most expensive Indian menu in the world priced at US$2,000. This award-winning Indian signature experience combines the essence of opulence with the name of the restaurant, which translates to ‘gold’ in Sanskrit. Diners can discover an evening of royal […]
Chef Ahmed Fatheen crowned Knorr Master of Seasoning
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Chef Ahmed Fatheen has been crowned The Master of Seasoning, at the internationally renowned event organised by Knorr. The event was held from September 17 to 21 in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Chef Fatheen brought home the title by competing with leading chefs from eight Asian and Middle Eastern countries. Master of Seasoning is […]
Guesthouses Maldives Conference rebranded as Guesthouses Maldives Expo
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Guesthouses Maldives Conference, organised by local PR and marketing agency Maldives Getaways, has been rebranded as the Guesthouses Maldives Expo, taking a more trade-based concept. Guesthouses Maldives Expo 2018 is set to be held in May next year, according to the organiser. Guesthouses Maldives Conference 2017 was held on September 23 at Paradise Island Resort, […]
UNWTO approves Framework Convention on Tourism Ethics
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) has approved a historic document—the UNWTO Framework Convention on Tourism Ethics. The convention was approved at the 22nd UNWTO General Assembly, which transformed the Code of Ethics for Tourism into an international convention, the first in the life of the organisation. The convention covers the responsibilities of all stakeholders […]
Kanuhura Maldives reimagines luxury travel, introduces new activities
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Kanuhura Maldives has introduced new activities, targeting travellers who want more from their holiday than a good tan, as it reimagines luxury travel as a carefree paradise for free-spirited travellers. In keeping with its “gypset” style, the private-island resort has created over 50 activities, which is in addition to eight restaurants and bars and an […]
Six Senses takes sustainability to next level with launch of Earth Lab
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas has taken its leading position in sustainability one step further with the launch of Earth Lab. From Vietnam to Portugal, Seychelles to Thailand, Six Senses is dedicated to focusing on sustainability engagement and education at each resort’s Earth Lab, says the hotel operator. Earth Lab is a place where every […]
Ooredoo Next: a new digital engagement platform launched
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Telecom provider Ooredoo Maldives has launched its new digital engagement platform—Ooredoo Next, in partnership with FastForward.ai, a Silicon Valley tech company revolutionising engagement in the four-billion customer pre-paid mobile market. Supported by a real-time API platform featuring artificial intelligence and machine learning, Ooredoo Next allows mobile users in the Maldives to easily engage with Ooredoo […]
Surf Music in Paradise with Jimmy Barnes at Holiday Inn Resort® Kandooma
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Holiday Inn Resort® Kandooma Maldives has held another successful Surf Music in Paradise event, featuring a true legend of music—Jimmy Barnes. The event was all about sharing an up close and personal musical experience with Jimmy and his family band, says Kandooma Maldives in a statement. The Surf Music in Paradise series presents the soundtrack […]
Baros Maldives invites guests to join its Manta Survey
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Baros Maldives is inviting guests to join its survey to identify the many Manta Rays that can be seen at the Manta Ray dive spots close to the boutique island resort. The survey is being conducted by Divers Baros Maldives and has resulted in different Manta Rays being identified and entered into the first scientific […]
