91 Per Cent of Registered Bed Capacity is Now Operational
According to the latest update by the Ministry of Tourism, about 60 per cent of the registered tourist accommodation facilities are now in operation, which is over 91 per cent of the total registered bed capacity, as majority of the resorts which accounts for the largest bed capacity are now open. While the Ministry approved […]
Pullman Maldives to Host Food Week from 23 – 29 August
Pullman’s luxury all-inclusive resort on Maamutaa Island, Maldives, has unveiled the resort’s first exclusive Food Week Event that invites guests to embark in a truly authentic culinary journey. The annual event, held from 23-29 August, offers the best of international and local cuisines during the week, combined with its generous all-inclusive benefits. From food demonstrations […]
Gulf Air Begins Daily Flights to Maldives
Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain has upgraded its direct flight operations to Velana International Airport from 15 August 2021. According to the airline, the decision to operate daily flights is a response to the growing travel demand by passengers from Bahrain, the GCC and Europe after Maldives relaxed entry restrictions. […]
Villa Hakatha – Fueling the Future
Through sheer perseverance and a commitment to excellence, Villa Hakatha Pvt. Ltd (VHPL) has become a powerhouse in the energy sector as well as a prominent leader in the field of construction material suppliers in the country. With a 20-year-old legacy, VHPL is a subsidiary entity of Villa Shipping and Trading Company Pvt. Ltd, that […]
Feel the Beat of the Maldives with Jennifer Dons, Music Curator at W Maldives
Escape to W Maldives where the sound of the waves drumming against the infinity pool provides the perfect soundtrack to life as you luxuriate in a wonderland of white-sand beaches, turquoise lagoons and breathtaking reefs. From the moment you step onto this heart shaped island playground, get ready to welcome infinite days amplified by the […]
Airlines from the Middle East Lead in Tourist Arrivals to Maldives
Six international airlines are currently operating from the Middle East to Velana International Airport (VIA), out of which Emirates and Qatar Airways top the list with more than 100,000 passengers each since reopening the country’s borders in July 2020. According to the latest updates on 4 August 2021, Emirates and Qatar Airways are the leading […]
Resort News Weekly Roundup
Fairmont Maldives Welcomes Visiting Wellness Practitioner Amanda A multidisciplinary healer for 17 years, Amanda guides Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi guests to overcome physical and emotional distress and restore a sense of connection with life through specialized wellness practices. Amanda is a certified Reiki Master, Craniosacral Therapist, Theta Healer, and Intuitive Coach, with further training […]
Purchasing Power: Ahmed Asim, Purchasing Manager, Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives
In this interview with Hotelier Maldives, Ahmed Asim, the Purchasing Manager for Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives, speaks about the ideal supplier and his most successful deals. Hotelier Maldives: How long have you been in purchasing? Ahmed Asim: I started my career in hotel industry back in 2007, so it’s been 14 years since I have […]
Radisson Blu Resort Maldives Celebrates One Year Anniversary
The stylish and elegant hotel brand, Radisson Blu’s first resort in the Maldives rejoices one year since its opening in South Ari Atoll on 1 August. This special milestone was marked with a week-long celebration for guests and staff. Over the past twelve months, Radisson Blu Resort Maldives has welcomed over 6,000 guests with 500 […]
Wellness Destinations Offer ‘Serious’ Emotional Healing Experiences Post-Pandemic
Following the mental wellness crisis from the pandemic, many wellness destinations are now moving away from the usual relaxing massages and therapies to offer something more for guests. Hotels, resorts and real estate developments are introducing ‘serious’ emotional healing solutions during post-pandemic travel, according to The Global Wellness Summit. Highlighting this new trend, the organization […]
Russia Remains Top Source Market of Maldives
The Maldives welcomed a total of 17,775 tourists from Russia during July 2021, which is 17.5 per cent of the total arrivals of the month (101,818). With this update, the total number of visitors from Russia adds up to 142,426 in 2021, a 132 per cent increase from 2020 and a 70 per cent increase […]
Milaidhoo Maldives Launches Unique Collaborative Art Project
Milaidhoo Island Maldives introduced a joint contemporary art project with Russian artist and fashion illustrator Alena Lavdovskaya. During the month of July, Alena resided on the island creating classic and digital art pieces that fuse Maldivian tradition and culture with modern art. Born to an artist family in Tbilisi, Georgia, Alena is a renowned artist […]
