Gili Lankanfushi Maldives unveils enhanced Gili Lagoon Retreat with private island
Gili Lankanfushi Maldives, the pioneer of sustainable, barefoot luxury, has unveiled the enhanced Two Bedroom Sunset Villa to Gili Lagoon Retreat, a spacious two-bedroom overwater hideaway offering guests the rare opportunity to combine quintessential Maldivian overwater living with their very own private island and beach, Three Palm Island. Set on the resort’s coveted Jetty 3 […]
Gili Lankanfushi appoints Hussain Adam as Assistant Front Office Manager
Gili Lankanfushi Maldives has appointed Hussain Adam as Assistant Front Office Manager, strengthening the resort’s Front Office leadership team. Hussain joins the resort with experience in the hospitality industry and a background in guest relations and front office operations. In his new role, he will support the Front Office team in overseeing the guest journey […]
Gili Lankanfushi appoints Abraham Solanoy Ada as Head Chef of Japanese specialty restaurant
Gili Lankanfushi Maldives has appointed Abraham Solanoy Ada as Head Chef of its Japanese Specialty Restaurant, marking his return to the resort following nine years with its culinary team earlier in his career. Chef Abraham previously worked at Gili Lankanfushi between 2013 and 2023, progressing from Chef de Partie to Chef de Cuisine during his […]
Gili Lankanfushi Maldives welcomes tennis, wellness specialists for September
At Gili Lankanfushi Maldives wellbeing is a deeply personal journey. This season, the award-winning eco-luxury resort is enriching that journey with the arrival of two exceptional specialists, each bringing a unique approach to helping guests reconnect with themselves through movement, mindfulness and transformative experiences. Joining the resort as Resident Tennis Pro, Nikola Vučković offers bespoke […]
Gili Lankanfushi promotes Ahmed Majid to Director of Engineering
Gili Lankanfushi Maldives has promoted Ahmed Majid to Director of Engineering, marking the latest step in a career at the resort spanning more than 15 years. Majid joined Gili Lankanfushi in October 2010 as Chief Engineer and has since been involved in a range of engineering projects and initiatives supporting the resort’s operations, sustainability objectives […]
Gili Lankanfushi promotes Ahmed Visam, Brille Ann Reyes within Human Resources
Gili Lankanfushi Maldives has announced two internal appointments within its Human Resources team, naming Ahmed Visam as Assistant Human Resources Manager and promoting Brille Ann Reyes to Human Resources Supervisor. Visam joined Gili Lankanfushi in August 2022 as Assistant Front Office Manager. During his time in the Front Office team, the resort said he developed […]
Gili Lankanfushi launches Executive Chef Hari’s debut vegan cookbook
Gili Lankanfushi Maldives has announced the launch of Plant to Plate: Vegan Recipes from Gili Lankanfushi Maldives, the debut cookbook from Executive Chef Harinath Govindaraj. Published by St James’s House and launching in October 2026, the beautifully curated coffee-table book marks Chef Hari’s 20th year at the award-winning resort and celebrates his vibrant approach to […]
Gili Lankanfushi embraces noctotourism with immersive after-dark experiences
Gili Lankanfushi Maldives, the pioneer of sustainable, barefoot luxury in the Maldives, invites guests to embrace the growing travel trend of Noctotourism, with a collection of unforgettable immersive after-dark adventures, designed to awaken the senses long after sunset. While the Maldives is renowned for turquoise lagoons and endless sunshine, nights at Gili Lankanfushi reveal an […]
Gili Lankanfushi Maldives named Best Honeymoon Resort at 2026 UK Weddings & Honeymoons Awards
Gili Lankanfushi Maldives, the pioneer of sustainable, barefoot luxury, has been awarded ‘Best Honeymoon Resort’ at the 2026 UK Weddings & Honeymoons Awards. In a glittering ceremony at London’s Dorchester Hotel on 5th February 2026, Gili Lankanfushi collected the coveted award, a recognition of its outstanding honeymoon offering. Each year, the United Kingdom Weddings & […]
Gili Lankanfushi unveils literary-inspired festivities for storybook Christmas, New Year
Gili Lankanfushi Maldives, the pioneer of sustainable, barefoot luxury in the Maldives, has unveiled its Christmas & New Year 2025/26 celebrations. Set within one of the world’s most serene island sanctuaries, this year’s festivities take guests on an enchanting journey through ‘The Chronicles of Gili’ — a magical tale where each chapter celebrates connection, imagination, […]
Gili Lankanfushi appoints Rodrigo Buanafina as General Manager
Gili Lankanfushi has announced the promotion of Rodrigo Buanafina to General Manager, effective 4 August. Previously serving as Resort Manager at the eco-resort, Buanafina brings 15 years of experience in luxury hospitality to his new role. As General Manager, he will oversee the daily operations of the 45-villa island and its 300-strong team, guiding strategy […]
Gili Lankanfushi leads way in seagrass conservation in Maldives
Gili Lankanfushi, a pioneer of sustainable barefoot luxury in the Maldives, has reinforced its dedication to marine conservation through an ambitious seagrass preservation initiative. As part of its long-standing sustainability efforts, the resort has pledged to conserve 1,250m² of seagrass within its lagoon—representing more than 80% of the area’s total seagrass coverage. This significant commitment […]
