Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort to host Michelin star Chef James Mackenzie
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort announces that it will be featuring the culinary creations of UK Michelin star guest chef James Mackenzie from January 4 – 14, 2019. Mackenzie, the head chef and proprietor of the Pipe and Glass in South Dalton, Yorkshire, England, earned its Michelin star in 2010 and has kept it since. Mackenzie’s debut […]
Best Dives Pvt Ltd signs as dive, water sports and excursions operator for JOALI Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Best Dives Pvt Ltd, one of the leading dive and water sports centre operators in the Maldives, has increased its operations to six resorts with the signing of JOALI Maldives. Located in Raa Atoll, JOALI Maldives is sure to be a hotspot destination to visitors following its opening in October 2018. The centre promises invigorating […]
Hotel Asia Culinary Challenge winners to compete at La Cuisine at SIAL 2018
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Chef Ibrahim Nathif and Chef Mohamed Adhil, top winners of the International Culinary Challenge held as part of Hotel Asia 2018, are set to represent the Maldives at the La Cuisine at SIAL 2018 in Abu Dhabi. Their participation is jointly hosted by Maldives Exhibition and Conference Service (MECS) and Bestbuy Maldives (BBM) – the […]
Jumeirah Vittaveli unveils new Ocean Villas with longest water slides in Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Jumeirah Vittaveli has unveiled its newly revamped Ocean Villas, which have been refurbished with water slides, offering more than an awe-inspiring view. All of the resort’s freestanding Private Ocean Retreats and seven Infinity Pool Ocean Villas now offer the 23-metre slide which runs from the top deck into the gentle waters of the crystal clear lagoon. Just a 20-minute […]
Manta Trust, partners hold successful Baa Atoll Manta Festival
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Manta Trust and its partners have successfully concluded the first-ever Baa Atoll Manta Festival. The event, which was held in partnership with Manta Trust, Four Seaons Landaa Giraavaru and the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, was held in Dharavandhoo Island of Baa Atoll, located in the Baa Atoll Biosphere Reserve. The festival featured marine-themed stalls, […]
Maldives’ wins at The 2018 Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It was a momentous win for 12 properties from the Maldives at the 2018 Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards. The gala event was held at the Palazzo Versace, Dubai. This A-listed event attracted the leaders in the industry and as always, was a highlight on the hotel industry calendar. The occasion boasted a glamorous Gala […]
Dusit Thani Maldives announces “retro” themed New Year’s Eve
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Dusit Thani Maldives announces an exclusive New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner and Retro Party, featuring a glamorous night of dining and dancing under the stars as its guests bid farewell to 2018 in style. Held on the sands at the Market Restaurant, this unique event will feature a sumptuous buffet of international gourmet dishes made […]
John Rogers appointed General Manager at Lux* North Malé Atoll
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]John Rogers has been appointed as the new general manager at Lux* North Malé Atoll – the brand new, five-star, 67 villa luxury resort which is expected to open early 2019. Drawing on more than 30 years of experience handling award-winning destination properties around the world, British-born John brings along an impressive background in pre-opening […]
Singapore Airlines named “Airline of the Year 2019” by AirlineRatings.com
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Singapore Airlines has been named “Airline of the Year 2019” by AirlineRatings.com – the world’s only safety and product rating website. Singapore Airlines climbed to the top spot after nudging five-time winner Air New Zealand off the top. SIA was ranked number three in the 2018 rankings. Other airlines contending for the top spot include […]
Vakkaru Maldives unveils new Festive Tradition offer
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Vakkaru Maldives has launched the Festive Tradition Offer, allowing guests 30% off room rates as part of the festive season celebrations. The offer also comes with daily breakfast at the Amaany Restaurant for minimum 5 nights stay. This offer is effective for stays from December 21, 2018, until January 6, 2019, according to a statement. […]
Soneva Jani becomes a member of International Pole & Line Foundation
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Soneva Jani has become the latest Member of the International Pole & Line Foundation (IPNLF), the non-profit association that is committed to developing and supporting responsible one-by-one tuna fisheries and supply chains. Soneva Jani resort is part of Soneva, a leading international sustainable luxury resort operator. Established in 1995 and headquartered in Bangkok, Thailand, the hotel group also […]
Pop idol Rita Ora confirms Amilla Fushi New Year’s Eve performance
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Pop phenomenon Rita Ora has confirmed an exclusive New Year’s Eve performance at scene-shaping Maldives luxury resort Amilla Fushi. The announcement was made ahead of the launch of her long-awaited new album Phoenix. As if spectacular entertainment from pyro performers The Fuel Girls and lead singer of B*witched Edele Lynch were not enough, guests seeing out 2018 at Amilla can now look […]
