Kaani Hotels completes first month of coaching programme to empower future leaders
Kaani Hotels & Resorts, the leading hotels and guesthouse chain in Maldives, on Thursday completed its first month of training initiative, “Coaching for Service Excellence.” This company-wide programme, led by distinguished industry expert Dr Abdulla Mausoom, is a direct response to valuable guest feedback and embodies Kaani’s commitment to empowering individuals while delivering world-class service. […]
Visit Dharavandhoo Year 2025 campaign launched
The highly anticipated Visit Dharavandhoo Year 2025 has officially been launched on 24th October, marking the beginning of an exciting year dedicated to promoting the rich cultural heritage, natural beauty, and unique local experiences of Dharavandhoo Island. This campaign is part of a broader effort to boost local island tourism, offering travellers a chance to […]
Guesthouse Symposium 2024 set for October 10
The Maldives Islamic Bank (MIB) is set to host the Guesthouse Symposium 2024 at the Crossroads Maldives on October 10, 2024. This key event will gather guesthouse owners, industry stakeholders, and experts to explore pivotal issues and trends in the guesthouse sector. The symposium will feature panel discussions with notable figures from the industry and […]
Stone Hotels opens premium beach property in Dhiffushi
Stone Hotels, an up-and-coming local hospitality brand, has opened its first premium beach hotel in Maldives, located on the island of Dhiffushi in North Male Atoll. The hotel, which boasts 50 elegantly designed rooms and suites, offers guests a unique blend of nature, culture, and comfort. The hotel’s location, just 35 minutes by speedboat from […]
President pledges concessional loan fund for guesthouses
President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has pledged to establish a dedicated fund that will provide concessional loans for the construction of guesthouses in the islands. The announcement was made during his four-day tour of Haa Alif Atoll, following a two-day campaign visit to 10 islands of Shaviyani Atoll. Addressing a rally at Barah Island’s harbour area […]
Overview of tourist accommodation facilities in the Maldives: Hotels and guesthouses
The unique and natural beauty of the Maldives coupled with the one-island-one-resort concept attracts droves of tourists to the luxury destination, but it is not solely dedicated for the affluent traveller—the country offers various types of accommodation options catering to a diverse range of preferences; from luxury to budget travellers and backpackers, etc. These facilities […]
Tourist arrivals increase in August despite decrease in total bed nights
The month of August has brought in 110,144 tourists, and shows an increase of 5.7 % when compared to August 2014.
