Keith Johnson appointed Cluster Director of Food and Beverage for Anantara’s South Malé Atoll resorts
Anantara Hotels & Resorts has appointed Keith Johnson as Cluster Director of Food and Beverage in the Maldives, overseeing F&B operations across Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort, Anantara Veli Maldives Resort and Naladhu Private Island Maldives. Johnson took up the position in August 2026, bringing more than a decade of experience in restaurant and hotel food […]
Business of island hospitality: Ventive Hospitality’s Ranjit Batra on managing resort assets in Maldives
For a hotel owner, the Maldives presents a particular equation. A resort is not simply a collection of rooms supported by restaurants, a spa and recreational facilities. On an island, the owner is responsible for an operating environment that includes power generation, water production, waste management, marine ecosystems, staff infrastructure, transport and logistics, alongside the […]
Anantara Veli Maldives hosts all-female Michelin guest chef series
Ventive Hospitality Limited continues with the fourth edition of its Michelin Star Guest Chef Series at Anantara Veli Maldives Resort, featuring exclusive dining experiences from world-class chef residencies. This year’s edition features an all-female lineup of Michelin-starred and award-winning chefs from across the globe, reflecting the company’s continued focus on delivering differentiated, experience-led offerings while […]
Minor Hotels appoints Jason Kruse to lead Anantara Maldives Complex as General Manager
Minor Hotels, a global hotels owner and operator with over 560 properties in 59 countries, has announced the appointment of Jason Kruse as Complex General Manager of Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort, Anantara Veli Maldives Resort, and Naladhu Private Island Maldives. An accomplished hospitality professional with over 20 years of experience, Jason brings a wealth of […]
Anantara unveils first PADI free-diving centre in Maldives
Anantara Resorts has announced the opening of the first PADI free-diving centre in the Maldives.
