Shangri-La’s Villingili to host Maldives’ first international magic festival
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Maldives is about to become a magical place this summer, as Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa announces the spellbinding Villingili International Festival of Modern Magic. The first of its kind in the Maldives, the festival will take place in July 2018 and will see five world-renowned magicians take residency at Shangri-La’s Villingili. The magicians […]
How island resorts are stepping up in social media today
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The golden days of outstanding organic reach in social media are finished. That’s a fact. Over the last five years, most of Maldives’ island resorts have been hard at work to keep up with the latest social media trends ensuring that their brand identity would gain a spot on digital platforms. Magic? No, it’s focus. […]
KrisFlyer partners with Points to expand redemption options
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]KrisFlyer, the frequent flyer programme of Singapore Airlines Group, and Points, the global leader in powering loyalty commerce, has launched ‘KrisFlyer vRooms,’ a dedicated platform for KrisFlyer members to redeem miles for hotels and car rental services. The strategic partnership will enable KrisFlyer members to use their miles to book over 300,000 competitively-priced hotels and […]
International Housekeepers’ Summit to take place in July
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Maldives Housekeepers’ Forum has invited all housekeepers to the International Housekeepers’ Summit – Asia’s largest gathering of hospitality professionals. Hospitality professionals – Housekeepers, General Managers, Purchase Heads, Laundry Managers – from across 11 countries are set to meet at the third edition of IHS, which will be held at the Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo, on July […]
GM Forum 2018 Highlights: Keynote speech by Ibrahim ‘Bandhu’ Saleem; “Tourism in Maldives – A Historical Perspective.”
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Saleem’s keynote address was themed around “Tourism in Maldives – A Historical Perspective”. He highlighted the humble beginnings of the tourism industry in the Maldives from prior to the opening of the first resort to the world-renowned luxury destination that it is today. His presentation gave insights into the trends in tourist arrivals, the industry’s […]
GM’s View: Ahmed Siaar, General Manager, Fushifaru Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Despite the notion of responsibility synonymous with the title of ‘General Manager’, when you first meet Ahmed Siaar, the General Manager of Fushifaru Maldives, he will likely make you think it’s an easy job. The way he carries himself, the easy conversations, his rapport with the staff; all point to a relaxed management style. When […]
SIMDI Group expands with launch of Inspire MediSpa
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]SIMDI Group has announced expansion with the launch of Inspire Medispa – the first in the Maldives to offer the services of a conventional spa with the added benefits of western medical analysis, providing a comprehensive medi spa experience. The company’s team of Australian medical professionals have devised a menu of state-of-the-art aesthetic dermatological treatments […]
Digital media trends for travel and tourism 2018
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Connectivity, messaging, fast communication. Today, the key to digital success for brands operating in travel and tourism is all about engagement. But in this ever-changing digital ecosystem where what goes down today is forgotten tomorrow, how do brands stay afloat? Let’s take a look at the digital media trends for travel and tourism this year: […]
Niyama Private Islands unveils Eid package, Six Senses launches ‘Grow With Six Senses’
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Niyama Private Islands Maldives is inviting guests to take advantage of its special Eid offer with 40% off on room rates, while Six Senses launches ‘Grow With Six Senses’ – the group’s new framework for the kid’s programmes which incorporate six dimensions of wellness into all activities for younger guests and the company’s approach to […]
Hideaway Beach Resort invites partners to experience White Platinum Plan
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa has invited its partners to experience the newly launched all-inclusive White Platinum Plan. The resort invited its DMCs, partners and media to experience the all-round carefree package dedicated for the most discerning travellers. With the new plan, the luxury resort caters to the needs of all visitors, from transfers to […]
Sea Gear appointed exclusive distributor for Atoll Editions products
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Sea Gear, a subsidiary of Silver Sands Pvt Ltd, has been selected as the exclusive distribution partner for Atoll Editions products in the Maldives. The core products of Atoll Editions include Atlas of the Maldives, Fishes of the Maldives, Marine Life of the Maldives and Dive Maldives. Other products include the Fish Field Guides, Marine […]
Tourist arrivals jump by 18.5 percent in March 2018
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Tourist arrivals to the Maldives record a year-on-year growth of 18.5 percent in March, according to official figures released by the Ministry of Tourism. As of March, arrivals in 2018 have grown by 17 percent (420,103 visitors) compared to the January to March period last year. Europe, the largest regional source market, made the biggest […]
