Kurumba Maldives named Indian Ocean’s Leading Family Resort 2025
Kurumba Maldives has been named the 2025 Indian Ocean’s Leading Family Resort by the prestigious World Travel Awards, a testament to its continued dedication to delivering stylish, family-friendly holiday experiences that harmoniously blend comfort with timeless elegance. Nestled on a private island in the North Malé Atoll, just a 10-minute speedboat journey from the capital, […]
100 stays from heart: Yamaguchi Shinichiro’s love affair with Maldives, Kurumba
For many travellers, a vacation in the Maldives is a once-in-a-lifetime experience—an escape to a postcard-perfect paradise of turquoise waters, vibrant marine life, and luxury hospitality. But for Japanese national Yamaguchi Shinichiro, it’s been a recurring love story, one that spans over four decades and a remarkable 100 visits to the same resort: Kurumba Maldives. […]
Universal Resorts achieves triple victory at World Travel Awards 2024
Universal Resorts has announced that three of its eight properties have secured top honours at the prestigious World Travel Awards 2024, cementing their status as pioneers in international travel and innovation. This year’s 31st edition of the awards – renowned as the travel industry’s highest accolade – was hosted on Thursday 24 November at a […]
Kurumba Maldives to host exclusive beachfront DJ with Marvin Humes to welcome 2025
This New Year’s Eve, Kurumba Maldives is set to welcome DJ, producer, and broadcaster, Marvin Humes for an unforgettable party and DJ set at the five-star resort’s iconic Kandu Bar. Marvin will lead guests into 2025 with a curated set to ring in the New Year, as Kandu Bar transforms into the ultimate NYE party […]
Kurumba Maldives appoints Morten Junior as General Manager
Kurumba Maldives has announced the appointment of Morten Junior as its new General Manager. With over three decades worth of experience in the hospitality industry, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his new role. With extensive experience working for some of the world’s premier hotel brands, including One&Only, Radisson, Anantara, and IHG, […]
Ismail Isam: Nurturing Professional Development at Kurumba Maldives
In Maldives, where the hospitality industry thrives on the pulse of its people, Ismail Isam stands as a testament to resilience and growth. His journey, marked by an unexpected twist of fate, led him from the structured world of banking to the dynamic realm of human resources in the hospitality sector. At the tender age […]
Hotelier Maldives Awards 2024 recognises Nizar Ahmed for 51 years of service excellence
Hotelier Maldives, the leading publication for hospitality professionals in the Maldives, has announced the recipient of the Hotelier Maldives Award for Excellence 2024. The award was presented to Nizar Ahmed, affectionately known as Nizarbe, during the debut Hotelier Maldives Awards, presented by Bestbuy Maldives (BBM), held at Kurumba Maldives on April 25, 2024. Nizar Ahmed […]
Kurumba Maldives attains Gold Certification from Green Growth 2050, elevating sustainability efforts
Kurumba Maldives is proud to announce that it has achieved Gold Certification from Green Growth 2050. This accomplishment represents a significant leap forward from the resort’s previous Silver Certification, solidifying its commitment to environmental sustainability and responsible tourism. The Green Growth 2050 Global Standard is based on a range of internationally recognized environmental and hotel […]
Kurumba Maldives: Celebrating 51 years of luxury and legacy
Kurumba Maldives, the pioneering island resort and the Maldives’ very first, commemorated its 51st year of establishment on October 3rd with an unforgettable celebration for its esteemed guests. This event fused tradition with opulence, creating an unforgettable night for all who attended. At Thila, the resort’s renowned signature dining venue, a specially crafted cocktail paid […]
Pure chocolate bliss: Kurumba Maldives’ World Chocolate Day extravaganza
As an exclusive guest invited to Kurumba Maldives’ celebration of World Chocolate Day, I had the pleasure of experiencing a delightful 4-course chocolate-themed menu. Set on the beautiful private island of Kurumba, this resort holds a special place in the history of Maldivian tourism, being the first private island resort to open its doors back […]
Winners of the Hotel Asia International Culinary Challenge announced
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The winners of the Hotel Asia International Culinary Challenge 2016 were announced last Wednesday at an awards ceremony held at the Hulhule’ Island Hotel. The Maldives’ biggest culinary competition took place from from 4 to 7 September with more than 300 chefs from over 40 hotels and resorts competing for the coveted trophies in 20 […]
André’s Octaphilosophy at Kurumba Maldives resort
Chef André Chiang, whose eponymous restaurant is among the top 50 in the world, visits Kurumba Maldives resort as part of his globetrotting culinary tour.
