GM Forum 2018 Highlights: Global Travel Trends by Graeme D’Arcy Ryan
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Booking.com is one of the biggest travel sites today, and the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2018 saw a presentation by Graeme D’Arcy Ryan, Area Manager of Hotels for Booking.com, themed around Global Travel Trends. In light of data from Booking.com, Graeme’s presentation was filled with insightful data for hoteliers to use in their marketing and […]
An authentic Italian experience; Taste of Italy gears up for opening
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The wait is over as Taste of Italy, an all-new restaurant offering an authentic Italian experience in the heart of Malé City, officially opens its doors to the public this Friday. Taste of Italy is a brand owned by the Bison Group, in association with International Chef Giovanni De Ambrosis. The restaurant is located in […]
Suppliers You Should Know: Fluid Wood Products
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Established in 2007 by Jamie and Jeremy Barrow, Fluid Wood Products set out to provide an efficient supply of timber products for resort development and construction projects. Under their core principles of quality, cost-effectiveness and efficient supply, the company offers a host of extremely durable timber products with a 15-year guarantee on most of their […]
DaVinci Gourmet: The latest premium addition to BBM’s portfolio
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Bestbuy Maldives (BBM) has unveiled another premium brand, DaVinci Gourmet, to its portfolio of high-quality products. DaVinci Gourmet, a brand owned by Ireland based Kerry Group, supplies premium range of beverage solutions for the hospitality industry across the world. DaVinci Gourmet beverage solutions were introduced to the Maldivian market during the recently held Hotel Asia […]
Hotel Jen partners with Cancer Society of Maldives to host Annual Fundraising Gala Dinner
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Cancer Society and Hotel Jen have hosted a fundraising gala dinner at the hotel’s ballroom on 19 October 2018, completing another successful fundraising event in conjunction with the Pink breast cancer awareness month. The colourful evening of fine cuisines featured an international buffet spread with success stories of survivors and other Cancer Society initiatives and […]
Resort News Weekly Roundup
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa takes in former pro-golfer Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa has partnered with Sky Sports golf commentator and former pro-golfer John E. Morgan, for a two-week residency from February 15 to 28, 2019. Morgan, who has played alongside golfers such as Tiger Woods, Vijay Singh and Fred Couples, is known for his participation […]
Rolf Hebbel appointed Head of Sales at Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa has appointed Rolf Hebbel as the resort’s new Head of Sales. Located in North Huvadhoo Atoll, one of the largest natural atolls in the world, this retreat is a sanctuary with natural snowy white beaches and a cerulean lagoon. Rolf, a German national, brings to his role more than 25 years […]
Suppliers You Should Know: EVO
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]EVO was founded in April 2003 as a subsidiary of Silver Sands Pvt Ltd. Their clientele range from individual members of the public to many world-class resorts in the Maldives. The company offers, for the hospitality industry, their food and beverage line, outdoor furniture, lights, sanitary ware, accessories and stones. For the residential market, they […]
Marketing to wanderlust: capturing the digital nomad market
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]They’re “the new rich” according to Timothy Ferris, author of remote worker Bible, The 4-Hour Workweek. Digital nomads have been hailed as the modern elite, working away behind their laptops in locales as exotic as their job titles: ‘Marketing VA’, ‘UX Researcher’ or ‘Enterprise Happiness Engineer’. Their lifestyles invite question and curiosity and just a […]
Onyx Hospitality Group announces OZO Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Onyx Hospitality Group has announced the launch of OZO Maldives, with the signing of an agreement with a joint venture company led by Panchshil Realty. Scheduled to open in the third quarter of 2020, the 200-villa private island resort will occupy a secluded island in the Raa Atoll; Onyx Hospitality Group’s second property in the […]
Niyama Private Islands Maldives continues to shine at Condé Nast Traveler’s 2018 Readers’ Choice Awards
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Niyama Private Islands Maldives continues to be lauded for offering uniquely diverse experiences amidst luxury and style as Condé Nast Traveler announced the results of its 31st annual Readers’ Choice Awards with Niyama Private Islands Maldives being recognized as the #7 Top Resort in the Indian Ocean. Niyama proudly shares this accolade with sister property Naladhu […]
Maldives Boating Awards 2018 open for nominations
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Maldives Boating Awards 2018 has been opened for nominations. Initiated by the Liveaboard Association of Maldives, the award seeks to recognise the strength of the boating industry and the services rendered by the service providers. Awards are presented to nominees in different categories on the various sector and standard basis, and this year the award […]
