Maldives Hotel Asia winners shine with silver at HOFEX 2017
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The three chefs who won at last year’s Hotel Asia International Culinary Challenge have recently competed at HOFEX 2017, which is Asia’s leading food and hospitality trade show in Hong Kong. HOFEX 2017 – which is celebrating its 30th anniversary year – was held from May 8 to 11 at the Hong Kong Convention and […]
Scubaspa confirmed as Silver Sponsor of Hotelier Maldives Wellness Summit 2017
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A notable presence in the hospitality and wellness industry, Scubaspa has been confirmed as the Silver Sponsor of the Hotelier Maldives Wellness Summit, due September 2017. The summit is a platform that brings together leaders in the spa and wellness industry, both in the country and the region. It will feature discussions and debates on […]
MediKation; the cure for relaxation at Kandima Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Kandima Maldives, the country’s first Lifestyle resort, has unveiled the MediKation package for guests that are all about relaxation and unwinding. This promotion is applicable to all guests staying for a minimum period of four days or more. The new programme comes with the banner; “Go all out and experience the best of our esKape […]
Amilla Fushi opens new Barolo Grill Italian Kitchen restaurant
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Amilla Fushi has opened the new Barolo Grill Italian Kitchen restaurant, serving up another fresh new flavour for guests. The new restaurant is located at the island’s beachside foodie hub Baazaar. Conceived by Curator and CEO of The Small Maldives Island Co., Mark Hehir, Barolo Grill Italian Kitchen pays homage to rolling hills of Piedmont […]
Six Senses Laamu celebrates Turtle Day with identification of 100th Hawksbill
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Six Senses Laamu celebrated World Turtle Day with the identification of 100 different Hawksbill turtles on the atoll’s reefs. The 100th Hawksbill turtle has now been placed on the resort’s marine database. Six Senses Laamu began compiling a database of turtle sightings from the dive and snorkel sites around the Laamu atoll, via a simple […]
Dusit Thani Maldives appoints Niclas Prokop as new sales director
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Dusit Thani Maldives has appointed Niclas Prokop as its new Director of Sales and Marketing. Prokop, a German national, joins the property from his most recent role as Chief Commercial Officer at Azulik Hotel & Maya Spa, Mexico. He brings with him over 24 years of experience working for international tour operators such as Thomas […]
World of Outdoor: playing a crucial role in the emerging hotel sector
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Today with the rapidly developing local and international hotel sector in Sri Lanka, the Maldives, Seychelles and the surrounding regions, World of Outdoor has emerged as a major player, manufacturing and supplying a range of uniquely designed or customized furniture to blend with the lavish interiors of today’s modern hotels, resorts, guest houses, villas and […]
Embark on your Wellness journey at Anantara Kihavah
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Wellness is an active process of making choices towards a healthier existence. It is the constant, conscious pursuit of living life to its fullest potential. At Anantara, wellness is rooted within an ancient Indian system of holistic medicine known as Ayurveda. Ayurveda has been practised in India for over 5,000 years and is built upon […]
World Turtle Day Celebrations at Hurawalhi Island Resort
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hurawalhi Island Resort has announced an extravagant list of activities to celebrate World Turtle Day, including a special tour. The recently opened resort said it will kick off World Turtle Day, which falls on May 23, with a sand sculpture competition for the staff. The winner will receive a sea turtle adoption certificate. Following this, […]
Residence by Cenizaro introduces ‘Healthy Hour’; an all new wellness offering
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Residence by Cenizaro flips happy hour on its head and has introduced “healthy hour” in each of its hotels in the Maldives, Mauritius, Zanzibar and Tunis. Healthy Hour aims to boost the wellbeing of guests during their stay, allowing guests to return home energised and inspired, said The Residence in a statement. In line […]
Tourism sector stakeholders set to discuss security
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The tourism ministry has announced a security workshop targeting the tourism sector. The Tourism Security Enhancement Workshop will be held May 24, at the Dharubaaruge convention centre. Top officials from resorts and hotels, international and domestic airport operators, domestic airline operators, and relevant government and non-governmental authorities have been invited to participate in the day-long workshop, […]
Celebrate World Oceans Day with Herbert Nitsch at Coco Collection
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Coco Palm and Coco Bodu Hithi is set to host Herbert Nitsch, the current freediving world record holder, as part of celebrations to mark World Oceans Day. The celebration, marked annually on June 8, will feature talks and practical sessions by Nitsch. Nitsch will be hosted in Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu and Coco Bodu Hithi, […]
