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 […]
Kandooma Maldives begins new chapter as independent, all-inclusive island resort
Today (1st October) marks a new chapter for Kandooma Maldives, one of the South Malé Atoll’s best-known island resorts as it officially begins life under its new brand. For the past 17 years, travellers have known the island as Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives. From today, the resort steps forward simply as Kandooma Maldives – […]
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma unveils new brand mark ahead of Kandooma Maldives transition
With less than one month to go until Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives becomes Kandooma Maldives, the South Malé Atoll resort has unveiled its new brand mark and shared details of a wider transformation focused on one thing: creating more memorable holidays. Far more than a change of the name, the transition brings together investment […]
Kandooma Maldives recognised for family holidays and sustainability at LUXlife Awards 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives has received two honours in the 11th annual LUXlife Hospitality Awards, named Best Family Resort 2026 – Maldives and recipient of the Sustainability Excellence Award 2026 – Maldives. The LUXlife Hospitality Awards recognise businesses and individuals demonstrating excellence across the global hospitality industry, from hotels and resorts to dining, travel […]
Kandooma Maldives marks third Manta Month with conservation focus
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives is celebrating its third annual Manta Month this September, bringing guests, team members and the local community together for a month of manta encounters, education and marine conservation. The timing could hardly be more relevant. New peer-reviewed research published in PLOS ONE in June 2026 has put a remarkable economic […]
Andrew Drummond returns as General Manager to lead Kandooma Maldives transition
Owner, Hotel Properties Limited (HPL) has announced the return of respected hotelier Andrew Drummond as General Manager of Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives, where he will lead the resort through one of the most significant milestones in its more than 40-year history. Drummond’s return comes as HPL prepares to usher in a new era for […]
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma rebrands as Kandooma Maldives under HPL Hotels & Resorts
A new chapter is about to begin for one of the Maldives’ most recognised island resorts, with the management agreement between Hotel Properties Limited (HPL) and InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) concluding on 30 September 2026. From 1 October 2026, the resort will commence a new chapter as Kandooma Maldives, managed by HPL Hotels & Resorts, […]
Mark Eletr bids farewell to Kandooma Maldives after a transformational leadership journey
After four and a half years at the helm of Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives, General Manager Mark Eletr will depart the resort on 30 June, leaving behind a legacy of innovation, sustainability, people development and commercial success. Arriving in the Maldives from Vietnam in late 2021, the Australian hotelier quickly established a reputation for […]
Kandooma Maldives offers family-friendly and romantic Eid experiences
When the world feels noisy and the pace of everyday life unrelenting, there is something quietly powerful about stepping onto a stretch of powder-white sand and letting the Indian Ocean do its work. Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives, nestled in the South Malé Atoll just 45 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport, is inviting […]
Kandooma Maldives marks Global Recycling Day with team-led sustainability initiative
Earlier this month, in celebration of Global Recycling Day, Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives brought sustainability to life through a vibrant, team-driven initiative that transformed everyday waste into creative works of art. Centred around the theme “Don’t Think Waste – Think Opportunity”, the resort invited colleagues from across all departments to participate in a Sculpture […]
Kandooma Maldives presents Easter programme for family adventures
Swap traditional Easter routines for barefoot island celebrations as Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives unveils a vibrant Easter programme designed for families seeking adventure, connection and memorable island moments. Set on a lush private island surrounded by turquoise lagoons and powder-white beaches, the resort’s Easter festivities blend family adventures, island experiences and indulgent dining in […]
Kandooma Maldives targets Asian markets for Eid holidays
As the Eid-al-Fitr holiday period approaches, Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives is turning its focus towards Asian markets, including Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore and the Indian subcontinent, where the festive holiday period often creates opportunities for short-haul leisure travel. With several days of public holidays across many Asian countries during Eid, the Maldives presents an attractive […]
