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Hotelier Maldives Issue 59: In this issue we feature the Top 10 Most Romantic Resorts in the Maldives according to contributing editor Donna Richardson. In alphabetical order they are Amilla Maldives Resort and Residencies, Baros Maldives, Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi, Gili Lankanfushi, Huvafen Fushi, Maldives, Joali Maldives, Six Senses Laamu, Soneva Jani, You & Me by Cocoon Maldives and W Maldives.

This issue also features extensive coverage of the 16th edition of Hotel Asia. The event took place from 9th to 12th October 2022, with 100 exhibitors, 175 exhibitor stands and 5 category sponsors. The International Culinary Challenge received 658 entries, 450 chefs of 14 nationalities representing 60 establishments.

In our regular segments, we review Alila Kothaifaru Maldives. Located in the panoramic Raa Atoll, the 11.2 hectare island is seamlessly designed in harmony with nature. With 80 villas, the resort also is home to a treetop spa and restaurants that offer a range of global cuisine.

We also feature interviews with Noel Cameron, GM at Huvafen Fushi in the GM’s View segment, and Aishath Alaa Abdul Hannan in the Women in Hospitality segment. Our contributing editor, Janet Smailes, also profiles promising young Maldivian chef Ahmed Mazim, Chef de Partie at Four Seasons Landaa Giraavaru.

In commercial features, we profile Ilaa Pvt Ltd., a family-owned Maldivian business that has seen exponential success. The company recently celebrated their 31st year in business.

We also feature two product reviews; both by enterprising Maldivian businesses, ICETO by Cidee’s Kitchen and Kleventi, the luxury timepieces and accessories brand.

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