Nominations open for HICAP Sustainable Hotel Awards, Deal and Development of the Year Awards

Nominations are now open for the Hotel Investment Conference Asia Pacific (HICAP) Sustainable Hotel Awards, as well as the Reggie Schiu Development of the Year and Award, Deal of the Year: Single Asset Transaction and Deal of the Year: Merger & Acquisition.

Holiday Edition: Resort deals for locals and work permit holders

A roundup of a selection of resorts that are offering special packages for locals and work permit holders living in the Maldives.

Visit Maldives Year 2016 campaign to host music festival on July 25th

On Saturday 25th July, the MMPRC will hold a music festival as part of the ongoing calendar of events to celebrate the Visit Maldives Year 2016 campaign.

Viral #FollowMeTo Maldives photos a reminder of the power of instagram as a marketing tool

A series of photos taken at Four Seasons Maldives by Instagram user Murad Osmann have gone viral, signalling the ever-increasing power of Instagram as a marketing tool.

Constance Moofushi and Halaveli conclude activity-packed Ramadan and Eid celebrations

Both Constance properties participated in a charity collection for underprivileged children.

AirAsia flights to and from Maldives now open for booking online with introductory offers

AirAsia has reinstated its Kuala Lumpur-Male’ route and flights are now available to book online and through the company’s mobile app.

Zafer Agacan appointed as general manager at Amari Havodda Maldives

Zafer Agacan has been appointed as the General Manager at Amari Havodda Maldives. The new resort, which is set to open within the first quarter of 2016, will be managed by ONYX Hospitality Group.

Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort unveils exciting menus ahead of August opening

Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort has unveiled just exactly what its restaurants will have in store for guests when the resort opens its doors on August 1st.

world tourism day 2016

UNWTO calls for higher support for tourism in international financing

In light of the Third International Conference on Financing for Development held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia from 13th to 16th July, United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) has called for higher support for tourism in international financing.

New research shows Chinese travel driven by the young, wealthy and tech-savvy

Hotels.com has published their 4th major annual study of Chinese traveller habits, the Chinese International Travel Monitor (CITM).

Cenizaro Hotels and Resorts set to open The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah in 2016

Cenizaro Hotels and Resorts has announced plans to open their second property in the Maldives – The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah in Gaafu Alifu Atoll.

Jumeirah Vittaveli appoints Benjamin Rendell as new executive chef

Jumeirah Vittaveli, located on the beautiful Bolifushi Island, has announced the appointment of Chef Benjamin Rendell as the resort’s new Executive Chef.

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