André Kretschmann Appointed General Manager at Kuda Villingili Resort
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives, the luxury retreat that opened in June, has appointed André Kretschmann as its general manager to oversee daily operations and manage all aspects of the guest experience. Kretschmann has been involved since 2019, managing the team ahead of the official opening. Prior to joining Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives, Kretschmann served as […]
Asia Pacific Hotel Transactions Total USD3.7 Billion in 1H 2021: JLL
Across the region, sixty-one hotel sales have been recorded since January 2021 as investment volumes decline by 3.7 per cent year-on-year Asia Pacific hotel investment remained flat in the first half of 2021 with USD3.7 billion in sales, a decline of 3.7 per cent year-on-year, according to a news release issued by JLL on 5th […]
Post Lockdown Detox Vacation at Baros
Baros is offering a three-day detox programme after many guests have spent months locked up at home. By specifically targeting internal inflammation, stress relief and overall wellbeing, this programme allows guests to better surrender to the island lifestyle. “The effects of a detox treatment go far beyond a physical cleanse or encouraging weight loss,” states […]
MARAZ Introducing Healthy and Organic Drinks from Greenstone, Australia
Thirst-quenching beverages take on a healthy and greener approach with Greenstone’s natural and organic drinks, exclusively distributed in Maldives by MARAZ Pvt ltd. With a strong passion for taste, health and the environment, MARAZ offers customers a healthy alternative for every occasion. From hundred per cent natural iced teas to organic sodas to prebiotics sparkling […]
Spain’s National Airline, Iberia, Commences Direct Flights to Maldives
Velana International Airport welcomed the first flight by Spain’s national airline, Iberia, on 3 July. The airline will operate three weekly flights from Madrid to Male` during July and August. Spain is one of the key markets for Maldives with over 36,064 tourist arrivals recorded in 2019. Spain also emerged as one of the top […]
Sheraton Maldives Featured in National Geographic Traveller Photo Exhibition
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa’s marine conservation effort “Adopt a Coral” has been recognized at National Geographic Traveller’s photo exhibition in Moscow and St. Petersburg. The exhibition by National Geographic Traveller, in partnership with Visit Maldives, kicked off in June and will run through July. The exhibition features images showcasing the nature, tradition, […]
New Appointments in the Hospitality Industry
Featured Image: Gavin Sanders, General Manager, Radisson Blu Maldives In our regular round-up of the news of the movers and shakers of the Maldives hospitality industry we look at some of the new appointments here in the islands. Radisson Blu Resort Maldives has announced the appointment of Gavin Sanders as General Manager, bringing more than […]
Tourism Industry Updates from the Maldives- June 2021
The month of June saw an exciting ending as tourist arrivals to the Maldives exceeded half a million mark. As of 30 June, a total of 510,549 tourists arrived this year while thirty-eight international scheduled and chartered airlines are currently flying to the destination. From a total of 1036 accommodation facilities, 736 have resumed operations. […]
Brice Lunot, Cluster General Manager JEN Maldives Male’ by Shangri-La and Shangri-La Villingili Resort and Spa
JEN Maldives Male’ by Shangri-La, has announced the appointment of Brice Lunot as the hotel’s new General Manager. Brice is currently the General Manager for Shangri-La Villingili resort and spa and with this new appointment he will be the cluster General Manager for both properties. Brice is a well-versed hotelier with 29 years’ experience in […]
Vilunü: Bespoke Maldivian Scents
Inspired by their own childhood memories in the island jungles and lush foliage, the founders of Vilunü began a journey to rediscover their native Maldives by capturing the essence of local scents. Using natural and sustainably sourced ingredients, Aish and Immi create a range of innovative scents and products that give the full range of […]
Step into Siyam World Maldives this Autumn
The highly anticipated Siyam World, Maldives will open on 28 October 2021 offering a natural, carefree playground and an array of “never-seen-before” experiences. Siyam World is a striking new vision of the Indian Ocean archipelago’s rich natural wonders in Noonu atoll. The resort will feature an enticing variety of 21 accommodation categories ranging from 89 […]
Taj Named as Strongest Hotel Brand in the World
Taj, which has two properties in the Maldives, has been voted the world’s strongest hotel brand according to the Brand Finance Hotels 50 2021 report. Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Emboodhu Finolhu island and Taj Coral Reef in North Male welcomed the news. Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Indian Hotels Company, said, “This is a […]
