Amilla Maldives Residences Revamped to Accommodate Group Vacations

As demand grows for family holidays and group holidays in the Maldives, Amilla Maldives Resort and Residences has upgraded their super-sized accommodation to adapt and cater to the need of its guests. Amilla Residences feature huge villas with four, six and eight bedrooms alongside its portfolio of 59 Water Villas, Treetop Villas and Beach Villas. […]

Manta Air, Aviation Partner, GM Forum 2022

Manta Air has signed as the Aviation Partner for GM Forum 2022. Established in the year 2018, Manta Air has made a mark in the domestic aviation segment  among the leading domestic airlines currently serving in the Maldives. Manta Air operates a fixed schedule operation to over 30 hotel destinations, providing coverage to 6 regional atolls and […]

Milaidhoo Maldives announce new appointments

Milaidhoo Maldives has announced the appointment of David Castaño as the new General Manager and Zayan Fayaz as PR & Communications Manager. David Castaño, General Manager  David Castaño, who is a native of Spain, brings a wealth of experience, having worked in some of the finest luxury resorts in destinations such as Bhutan, Cook Islands, […]

Authentic Maldivian Eid Al Adha celebrations at Dusit Thani Maldives

Dusit Thani Maldives prepares for a weekend of festivities for visitors to experience authentic local celebrations this Eid Al-Adha. The events begin on Friday 9 July with prayers at the football ground led by the resort’s resident Imaam and a complimentary trip to a neighboring island. The Recreation Manager will lead a Dhivehi language class […]

Nika Kim appointed Senior Sales Manager at Alila Kothaifaru Maldives

Alila Kothaifaru Maldives has appointed Nika Kim as Senior Sales Manager at the newly opened Hyatt property in the Maldives. Nika brings nearly a decade of hospitality experience, including her previous assignment in the commercial department at Grand Park Kodhipparu and Ayada Maldives. In this new role, Nika will oversee the Russia and CIS market […]

“Fit Inspired Stay” holiday experience at Kuramathi Maldives

Kuramathi Island Maldives has introduced a “Fit Inspired Stay” experience for visitors looking to maintain their robust lifestyle during their holidays. Kuramathi Maldives offers various programs and a range of group exercise classes that caters to every level and ability under the guidance of professional trainers. Some programs in the itinerary include trainings in the […]

Timing not optimal to increase GST and TGST – MATATO

The Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) has expressed concern over government plans to increase the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and the Tourism Goods and Services Tax (TGST). In a press statement issued Tuesday, 6 July 2022, the Association acknowledged the challenges faced by the Government, especially due to the impacts […]

IREKS and BBM to host demo sessions for the Maldives hotel industry

Best Buy Maldives (BBM) and the world-renowned high-quality baking ingredients manufacturer, IREKS have once again partnered up to host training and demonstration sessions for the Hospitality Industry in Maldives. Chef Steven Selavamuthu, technical advisor for IREKS will be leading the program from 20th July to 10th August over a period of 10 days. The global […]

Outrigger Maldives Maafushivaru Resort Titled Maldives’ Best Luxury Hideaway Resort

Outrigger Maldives Maafushivaru Resort in Alifu Dhaalu Atoll has received the “Best Luxury Hideaway Resort in Maldives” at Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2022. “Outrigger Maldives Maafushivaru sparkles with breathtakingly beautiful nature alongside elegant accommodations. We are so proud that our delightful hideaway has already been recognised by the experts from Luxury Lifestyle Awards,” said John Allanson, […]

Resort News Weekly Roundup

JOALI BEING Hosts Football Workshop for Young Players JOALI BEING, together with footballer Diego Simeone, hosted workshops for guests and a session with aspiring young local footballers. On 26th June 2022, a group of fourteen young players from Meedhoo Island made their way to JOALI BEING for an adrenaline-pumping session with Simeone. Along with gaining […]

World’s First Solar-Powered Vessel to Arrive at LUX* South Ari Atoll

LUX* South Ari Atoll welcomes Porrima, the world’s first solar-powered vessel, in a partnership with Blue Odyssey. The resort will host the boat and its crew on the second week of July. This is the first time the vessel enters the Maldives. “This is a revolution; this is a milestone for the world,” says Professor […]

Bulgari Hotels & Resorts Lands in Maldives

Bulgari Hotels & Resorts has signed an agreement to open a new resort in Raa Atoll, Maldives. Bulgari Resort Ranfushi is scheduled to open in 2025 and will be the thirteenth gem in the collection. Bulgari’s CEO Jean-Christophe Babin said: “We are particularly proud to have secured such an extraordinary location for the new Bulgari […]

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