Horwath HTL and QUO announce strategic alliance
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Specialist hotel business strategy consultants Horwath HTL and brand creation agency QUO have entered into an alliance to combine their expertise in order to provide the hospitality sector with an unparalleled offering in terms of business consulting. The two world-leading firms will provide a suite of integrated services ranging from feasibility studies through to brand […]
Finolhu opens with three-day party
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Finolhu, the sister property of Amilla Fushi, has welcomed its first guests with a three-day opening party. The opening festivities included fireworks, stilt walkers, live acts and DJs, including DJ Burt Bevan, DJ Jaffa , SRS, Kissy Sell out and synthpop artists the Cuban Brothers, British singer and dancer Katherine Ellis. Guests were invited to […]
Hotel Review: Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
In Ari Atoll, a 30 minute scenic seaplane trip away from Hulhule, are the twin Conrad islands, Rangali and Rangalifinolhu.
Careers: Ibrahim “Shark” Shakir
Ibrahim Shakir is a surveyor by profession. He was not always interested in the field. In his boyhood, as a student of Majeediyya School, his preferred field was that of football.
UNWTO announces Ethics Award
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) and the World Committee on Tourism Ethics (WCTE) have launched the first ever UNWTO Ethics Award. The award will recognise companies committed to making their businesses more responsible and sustainable through the implementation of the Global Code of Ethics for Tourism, UNWTO said in a press statement. The award is […]
Starwood Maldives resorts host special iftar
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Sheraton and W Maldives hosted a special iftar for partners and friends on 16 June at the Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa. Travel agents and tour operators who have had a longstanding business relationship with Starwood Maldives resorts attended the function. Prior to breaking fast, Hotel Manager Rajbhan Singh thanked all the invitees […]
Flying Fish with a heart of Car
Getting safely to your destination will not only be a breeze, it can also be done with greater style and comfort.
5 Things Hotel General Managers Need to Know About Revenue Management
It is important that hotel general managers understand the following five principles to focus the entire organisation on driving better revenue in totality.
Cruising for Epicures at Baros Maldives
Baros Maldives’ programme of special cruises by dhoni and motor yacht has recently been enhanced with the addition of breakfast, lunch and sunset cocktail on-board cruising options
Women in Hospitality: Michelle Flake
Having started working in the hospitality industry in her early teens, Michelle has worked with some of the big names in the business such as Kuoni.
A Day in the Life Of: Ahmad Nasath
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Ahmad Nasath joined Sun Aqua Vilu Reef in 2014. He started his career as a waiter and was promoted to Restaurant Captain within a year. Nasath is a hardworking, dedicated staff, and when he is not on duty, he enjoys his time watching/playing football. Nasath is regarded as one of the friendliest staff at […]
Investigating Overseas and Navigating Risks in ASEAN Markets highlighted at APHIC 2016
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hotel investors, developers, and industry experts from the Asia Pacific region gathered in Thailand late May for the 8th annual Asia Pacific Hotel Investment Conference (APHIC). Organised by Questex Hospitality + Travel Group and held at Dusit Thani hotel in Bangkok, the conference welcomed more than 200 delegates to discuss various topics that affect the […]
