The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort welcomes back German Chef Alexander Herrmann for culinary residency
The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort welcomes the return of acclaimed German chef, restaurateur, television personality, and bestselling author Alexander Herrmann for an exclusive residency from November 19 to 23, 2026. As the visionary behind the two-Michelin-starred AURA by Alexander Herrmann & Tobias Bätz, Chef Herrmann will present a series of bespoke dining experiences that […]
Sun Travels wins Best Inbound Travel Agency at SATA 2026
Sun Travels has been named Best Travel Agency – Inbound at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2026, recognising the company’s contribution to inbound tourism and travel services in the Maldives. The award acknowledges Sun Travels’ experience in the travel industry, its partnerships with resorts and international travel agents, and its continued investment in technology […]
When the system makes a promise: AI and the human responsibility of hospitality
In Hudha Faheem’s hypothetical scenario, a guest arrives at reception expecting to join an excursion confirmed by the resort’s AI assistant. The activities team has no space. Check-in is busy, the confirmation relied on outdated availability, and staff do not yet know whether other bookings are affected. For the panellists considering the problem, the immediate […]
Powering the resort, preserving the view: The case for lagoon solar
For Maldivian resorts considering floating solar, the lagoon presents both an opportunity and a difficult decision. It offers space to generate power without occupying more of the island, while remaining part of the landscape guests have travelled to enjoy. That tension ran through “Introduction to Atoll Solar and Lagoon Floating Solar”, a joint presentation at […]
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa appoints Rajesh Bhosle as Director of Finance
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa has announced the appointment of Rajesh Bhosle as Director of Finance, bringing more than three decades of expertise in hotel finance and accounting across India and the Maldives. His appointment further strengthens the resort’s leadership team as it continues to build on its legacy while embracing new opportunities […]
Ocean Group Maldives named Leading Dive Centre/Brand at SATA 2026
Ocean Group Maldives has announced that it has been named the Leading Dive Centre/Brand at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2026, recognising the company’s longstanding commitment to excellence in diving and ocean experiences. The prestigious regional accolade celebrates excellence across South Asia’s travel, tourism and hospitality industry and marks an important milestone for Ocean […]
Constance Halaveli Maldives ranks among Indian Ocean’s top 10 resorts in Condé Nast Traveller Awards 2026
Constance Halaveli Maldives has been ranked 10th among the Top 25 Resorts in the Indian Ocean at the Condé Nast Traveller UK Readers’ Choice Awards 2026, joining three other Constance Hotels & Resorts properties recognised in this year’s international rankings. The recognition places Constance Halaveli among the Indian Ocean resorts selected by readers of the […]
Baros Maldives appoints Christian Szabo as General Manager
Baros Maldives has announced Christian Szabo as its new General Manager. He brings more than three decades of international hospitality to an iconic natural island that has been looking after guests since 1973. Christian joins Baros from sister property Niva Dhigali, where he most recently served as General Manager. His career spans luxury hospitality across […]
Kandooma Maldives named leading family resort at South Asian Travel Awards 2026
Last night (8 October), Kandooma Maldives was named Leading Family Resort at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA), a title that perfectly matches the resort’s focus on families. “The timing of this award couldn’t be better,” said Andrew Drummond, General Manager of Kandooma Maldives. “It recognises our commitment to family holidays, but we also know […]
Closing the payment gap: Bank of Maldives’ Swipe and the guest experience
A couple on an island excursion find a handicraft they want to take home. In the scenario Ahmed Hizaam Khaleel put to general managers, the sale falls through for a simple reason: the craftsperson accepts only cash, while the visitors have a credit card and a phone. The guests leave without buying. For Khaleel, the […]
Powering energy resilience: Financing pathways for the private sector in Maldives
For a resort considering solar power or battery storage, the questions extend beyond choosing a technology. Who develops the asset, how it is financed and whether it makes commercial sense all influence whether an energy ambition becomes an operating project. These were the issues raised by Ayotunde Osunkunle at the Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) […]
Sun Siyam Iru Veli connects guests with marine experiences across four atolls
Marine experiences at Sun Siyam Iru Veli begin just beyond the island’s shoreline, from its house reef in Dhaalu Atoll to the waters of Faafu, Meemu and South Ari Atolls. For guests, this geographical reach means the underwater journey can take many forms, from a first guided snorkel close to the island to more advanced […]
