National University launches first Masters Degree Programme
The Maldives National University’s Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Studies (FHTS) has launched its first ever masters programme with a Masters in Hospitality and Tourism Studies course. The first batch of students has already enrolled in the programme. Students will be required to complete four semesters of study over the course of two years. Both foreign and local lecturers with academic qualifications and experience in the field have been chosen to conduct the course.
Maldives runner-up in Telegraph Travel Awards’ World’s Best Destination
The Maldives came in second place in the Telegraph Travel Awards’ World’s Best Destination category. With almost 90,000 people voting for their favourite travel companies and holiday destinations, the Telegraph Travel Awards is touted as “the most comprehensive, wide-ranging, and reliable reader travel survey in the world.” The award ceremony took place at the Banking Hall in Central London, England. Comedian and actor Sean Lock presented the awards in a variety of categories.
Graffiti artist Alec Monopoly paints at W Retreat and Spa
Legendary artist Alec Monopoly was at the W Retreat and Spa Maldives this month painting the resort’s speedboat Marilyn. Inspired by the Indian Ocean’s multi-coloured marine life, clear night skies, and fluorescent plankton, Monopoly transformed Marilyn into “a vibrant neon colours boat set to ‘Let It Glow,’” W Maldives stated in a press release on January 10. “We are extremely excited to work with such a wonderful and talented artist. We wanted to have a boat that stands out from the rest and that fits with the new restyled concept ‘Let It Glow’.
Government revenue from import duties, fees and charges increase in 2014
Government revenue from import duties, fees and charges increased 22% in 2014 compared to the previous year, the Maldives Customs Service has revealed. While customs collected a total of MVR1.96 billion during the year, the total C.I.F (cost, insurance and freight) value of goods imported in 2014 was MVR30.7 billion – a 15% rise or MVR4 billion higher than 2014.
Traders Hotel rebranded and reopened as the Hotel Jen Malé
Minister of Economic Development Mohamed Saeed officially unveiled the new brand at a ceremony outside the hotel premises on Wednesday afternoon. The ceremony was also attended by a number of senior government officials, and diplomats and featured traditional boduberu music and dance items.
Suunto to Hold Photoshoot on the Reefs Around Ayada Maldives
Suunto, the famed Finnish manufacturer of sports watches and diving computers, is holding a photoshoot for its world-wide advertising campaign on the reefs around Ayada Maldives this week. Although the final advertising will only be seen worldwide later this year, Ayada Maldives has a wide selection of daily photos on its facebook page: www.facebook.com/ayada
Superior 4G Experience with Dhiraagu
DHIRAAGU PLC is the leading and the largest telecommunication operator offering a comprehensive range of fixed, mobile, Internet and data services throughout Maldives. Dhiraagu is the only operator in the country to have linked the Maldives from North to South through its 1200 km long fibre-optic submarine cable network to enable high speed data and next generation telecom services across the country.
Summer Island Maldives opening on 1st March
Summer Island Village is re-launching on 1 March as Summer Island Maldives. Summer Island Maldives will open as a four star all-inclusive luxury resort with 156 keys in seven categories. The Summer House is a luxury two storey beach suite with a pool. The master ensuite is on the top floor with amazing views of the Indian Ocean. On the ground floor the ensuite is adjacent to the pool and dining pavillion and is a few steps from the beach. The Summer House is your luxurious home away from home.
Trans Maldivian Airways Celebrates 25 Years of Excellence
Trans Maldivian Airways (TMA) held a special dinner at Hulhule Island Hotel (HIH) on January 8 to celebrate “25 Years of Excellence”. The event also marked the receipt of “World’s leading Seaplane Operator” and “Indian Ocean’s Leading Seaplane Operator” by TMA at the 2014 World Travel Awards. TMA also has received ISO-9001 Certification for Quality Management System, ISO-14001 Certification for Environmental Management System and …
Amilla Fushi Opens in Baa Atoll
Amilla Fushi is the exciting new opening of the year. According to the management of Amilla Fushi, the resort is officially open for business effective today, 21st December 2014.Situated right in the middle of the UNESCO world biosphere reserve Baa Atoll, it is an island with a difference. The name Amilla Fushi, meaning ‘my island home’ expresses the sentiment of the resort to provide guests with a wholly warm and personal experience. Ensconced in one of the richest waters of the archipelago, the island itself is a verdantly lush island spanning 23.4 hectares.
