VARU By Atmosphere’s Resort Manager Abdul Ghafoor Ali drives success in hospitality industry
Abdul Ghafoor Ali, a highly experienced and accomplished hotelier, is known for his exceptional leadership and service-oriented approach. He is the Resort Manager at VARU By Atmosphere, a popular ‘Naturally Maldivian’ five star resort by hospitality company, Atmosphere Core. He joined Atmosphere Core in 2021, as a part of the pre-opening team member of OBLU […]
Women in Hospitality: Creative digital marketer Hunaina Ahmed Iqbal
Hunaina Ahmed Iqbal is a young Maldivian woman with a background in creative digital marketing and experience in media, audio, and video production. She is currently the Marketing Communications Manager at Gili Lankanfushi Maldives, one of the most luxurious resorts in the Maldives. Hunaina’s career journey began after she completed her Diploma in Sound and […]
Chef Mohamed Satheeh: A culinary maestro with a passion for excellence
In the realm of the Maldivian luxury hospitality industry, Chef Mohamed Satheeh has carved a remarkable path, showcasing his culinary prowess and unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences. With over 37 years of experience, Chef Satheeh’s journey is a testament to his passion for the culinary arts and his unwavering dedication to achieving excellence. […]
VARU By Atmosphere’s Chef Mohamed Niyaz on celebrating authentic Maldivian flavours
Chef Mohamed Niyaz is the Maldivian Chef who has breathed life into VARU By Atmosphere’s signature restaurant – Kaagé. In this interview, he speaks about his love for local cuisine and his inspiration. He also shares words of wisdom for budding chefs in the Maldives. Where are you from? I was born and raised in […]
A Day in the Life of Tia, a Yoga Instructor at Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa
Setia Adi Agustini, better known as Tia, is the resident Yoga Instructor at Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa. Hailing from Bali, Indonesia, Tia is certified by the International Yoga Alliance. Tia began her yoga career 5 years ago when her father fell ill. The doctors recommended motor activity to improve his condition. The whole […]
Women In Hospitality: Choris Rusdiana
Choris Rusdiana is the Assistant Food and Beverage Manager at Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa. With managerial F&B experience in Muscat, Oman and Bali, Indonesia, Choirs brought her rich expertise to the Le Méridien Maldives pre-opening team. Hotelier Maldives sat down with Choris to discuss her career, responsibilities, and advice for young women pursuing […]
Wellness Wisdom: Martina Crkonova, Master Wellness Trainer
Martina Crkonova is a passionate holistic health educator with a mission to empower others to care for themselves to reclaim their health and joy. She is deeply interested in traditional Chinese medicine, with over 27 years of experience in integrative and TCM medicine and 15 years as a therapeutic instructor and trainer. Martina worked as […]
Chef of the Month: Ronando Anievas Ramos
Ronando Anievas Ramos is a Sous Chef of Japanese Cuisine at Le Méridien Maldives Maldives Resort & Spa Growing up in a small town near Manila in the northern part of the Philippines, Ronando didn’t have an interest in the culinary profession. When leaving school, his sole goal was to earn money to help support his […]
A Day in the Life of the Herb Gardeners at JW Marriott Maldives
The JW Garden at JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa is not just a garden but a passion project born from the hard work and dedication of Mohamed Rilwan, the resort’s Laundry Manager and Abdullah Ibrahim the herb gardener. The duo played a crucial role in the development of the JW Garden. Together they cleared […]
Wellness Wisdom: Seema Rana, Wellness Mentor
Seema Rana is the Wellness Mentor at InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort. For nine years, she has worked in the hospitality industry, providing wellness services, including yoga, meditation guidance, crystal healing and singing bowl therapy, among others. Hotelier Maldives sat down with Seema to discuss her career, relationship to wellness and wellness opportunities in the Maldives. […]
Women in Hospitality: Constance Chang
Constance Chang is the director of Sales & Marketing at W Maldives. She has over a decade of experience in luxury and lifestyle hospitality. Hotelier Maldives sat down with Constance to discuss her career and the future of luxury hospitality. HM: Can you tell us a little bit about yourself and your career? CC: Yes […]
Chef of the Month: David Saria
David Saria is the head baker at Niyama Private Islands Maldives David Saria hails from Arusha, a small city in the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro, East Africa. Growing up in a small family, his mother was always cooking and baking, surrounding David with food from an early age. This ignited a love of cookery that […]
