Tourism Minister commits to reopening Shangri-La Villingili Resort, willing to amend laws if necessary
Tourism Minister Ibrahim Faisal announced on Wednesday plans to reopen Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort, even if it requires amending current laws. Faisal made this commitment in response to a question raised in parliament by Ibrahim Nazil, MP for Hithadhoo South. “If changes to the law are necessary, the resort will be reopened,” Faisal stated. Shangri-La Villingili […]
Maldives forms task force for reopening Shangri-La resort in Addu
Maldives Ministry of Tourism on Thursday announced the formation of a special task force dedicated to reopening the Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa in Addu. The announcement came following a meeting between the Ministry of Tourism, representatives from Shangri-La, and members of parliament from Addu. “Today, we convened with @ShangriLaHotels management and Addu City MPs […]
Govt formally offloads stake in Shangri-La Villingili Resort
The Maldivian government has formally divested its 30% ownership in Addu Investment Pvt Ltd, the operator of the Shangri-La Villingili Resort, which had been shuttered since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020. The Shangri-La resort, inaugurated in 2009, was forced to close its doors due to the pandemic and has remained inactive ever […]
Shangri-La launches Instant Dining Awards programme
Shangri-La Hotel and Resorts announced the global launch of its Instant Dining Awards programme for its Golden Circle loyalty members.