‘AI’ has no ‘EI’: Tech alone can’t deliver hospitality
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Since artificial intelligence has no emotional intelligence, technology alone cannot deliver hospitality. If every hotel brand adopts the same tech solutions and continues to take human engagement out of the cycle of service, hotels will become a commodity. Because I am in the field of hospitality industry training, when I read industry news headlines that […]
How the latest algorithm update is affecting your ROE
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We bid farewell to organic reach a long time, however, our social media channels are still somehow alive and driving traffic to our content. What exactly happened to after the latest algorithm update? Here is the good, the bad and the ugly truth. January 2018. Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced that content-rich of ‘meaningful interactions’ […]
Guests at Nika travel deeper into the Maldives with Nostalgia and United Nations
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Since the inception of its operations, Nika Island Resort & Spa has been growing with the community living in the local islands surrounding Nika. A consolidated synergy, an unwritten agreement of cooperation and the concept of mutual support lay the foundation of “island-life” in one of the most beautiful Atolls in the Country: North Ari […]
Fourth edition of Hotelier Maldives GM Forum scheduled for April 3, 2019
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The fourth edition of the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum is scheduled to take place on April 3, 2019, at Bandos Maldives, one of the first resorts to open in the country, and located 15 minutes from Velana International Airport by speedboat. As in previous years, the next GM Forum will look at significant trends and […]
Luxury Tented Jungle Villas at Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]An ideal accommodation option for adventure-seeking families, five Jungle Tented Villas lie hidden in Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi’s lush inland jungle. A truly memorable alternative to overwater lodging, the Tented Villas provide safari-style outdoor living the luxurious way. Designed by South African luxury tent specialists, Bushtec Safari, the Tented Villas are built to mirror […]
Hotel Asia 2018 Sneak Peak: Deli United
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As Hotel Asia Exhibition and International Culinary Challenge 2018 draws to a close, Hotelier Maldives takes a look at some of the suppliers that are exhibited at the event this year. In this feature, we take these questions to Deli United, a resort supplier based in Thailand. Hotelier Maldives: What products/brands will you be showcasing […]
Resort News Weekly Roundup
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Soneva Resorts, Michelin Guide partner for 20 events in Maldives Soneva has announced a unique partnership with the Michelin Guide for 20 dinner events which will be hosted at its resorts in the Maldives and Thailand. The dinners, which run from August 2018 until mid-2019, are part of Soneva’s Festival of Colour, a celebration of Soneva’s diverse […]
Finolhu Maldives launches luxury ‘Beach Bubble’ tent
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Finolhu Maldives, has unveiled a stunning new ‘Beach Bubble’ tent – the first of its kind in the archipelago – on a secluded stretch of its Fish & Crab Shack sandbank. Developed and created by The Small Maldives Island Co (TSMIC), the unit was custom-designed by Eye In The Sky from Spain, the transparent inflatable […]
14th edition of Hotel Asia Exhibition is sold out
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The crème de la crème hospitality exhibition of South Asia’s hospitality industry, Hotel Asia Exhibition & International Culinary Challenge is to inaugurate for the 14th year at the Dharubaaruge Exhibition Hall in the Maldives on September 10, 2018, and will be open to the public until September 14, 2018. Since its inception in the year […]
The spas of the future
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Spas started becoming a vital part of hotel offerings in the mid-90s, and some 20 years ago, there were only a few spas. Over the years, the travel market has seen immense development, but the spa industry has been a bit stagnant when it comes to change. Similar to elsewhere, the market in the Maldives […]
Bert Goebel appointed new general manager at ROBINSON Club Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]ROBINSON Club Maldives has announced the appointment of Bert Goebel as the new general manager. Born and raised in Germany, Bert chose a career in the hospitality industry at an early age, and today considers himself as a “cosmopolitan in the industry” with nearly 30 years of experience in high-end hotel, resort and cruise ship […]
The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort announces October opening
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Marriott International has announced the debut of Westin Hotels & Resorts in the Maldives with the opening of The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort in October 2018. Developed by Belluna Co. Ltd, Japan and Asia Capital PLC, Sri Lanka, The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort is set to herald the Westin brand’s wellness positioning in the Maldivian […]
