Revel in the holiday festivities at Niyama Private Islands Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Niyama Private Islands Maldives has planned a host of happenings all throughout this coming holiday season. On December 22nd, guests can wander the Christmas market, with mulled wine, eggnog and festive treats. Have the kids meet Santa six metres below the ocean’s surface on the 23rd, and feast as a family on the beach on […]
Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi opens The Coralarium by Jason deCaires Taylor
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi launches the world’s first semi-submerged art gallery, created by renowned underwater naturalist and artist Jason deCaires Taylor.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]“Over the years I have realized that the really humbling thing about what we do is that once we submerge the sculptures they’re not ours anymore. As soon as we sink them, they […]
GM Forum 2018 Highlights: ‘Tourism-related Taxation’ by Yusuf Shiraz, Deputy Director, Maldives Tax Academy
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In his presentation themed on “Tourism-related Taxation’, Yusuf Shiraz, the Deputy Director of Maldives Tax Academy spoke in length about the tax registration process and gave an overview of the different taxes hotelier should take into account, and how to submit with tax returns. He also highlighted on ways Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA) can […]
GM Forum 2018 Highlights: Keynote speech by Ibrahim ‘Bandhu’ Saleem; “Tourism in Maldives – A Historical Perspective.”
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Saleem’s keynote address was themed around “Tourism in Maldives – A Historical Perspective”. He highlighted the humble beginnings of the tourism industry in the Maldives from prior to the opening of the first resort to the world-renowned luxury destination that it is today. His presentation gave insights into the trends in tourist arrivals, the industry’s […]
GM Forum 2017 Highlights: Thomas Stoeckle, Head of Strategic Business Dev., LexisNexis
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]During a presentation on data research for successful tourism promotion, Thomas Stoeckle from LexisNexis Business Insight delved into the world of big data, and how companies can utilise data to face emerging markets. Citing studies, Stoeckle highlighted that the Maldives was a bigger and stronger online brand, compared to its competing market players, and also […]
GM Forum 2017 Highlights: How new resorts make a difference in Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The panel on “how new resorts make a difference in the Maldives” at the GM Forum 2017 saw panellists highlighting new developments in terms of how resorts differentiate themselves from the competition, and how new resorts forced older established competitors to up their game. We’re looking forward to GM Forum 2018—to be held April 18, […]
GM Forum 2017 Highlights: Renovations; the importance of reinvesting in properties
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The panel on “Renovations; the importance of reinvesting in properties” at the GM Forum 2017 saw an extensive talk on overcoming challenges faced during the renovation, and how to plan, finance and successfully implement renovation and redesign projects. It was featured discussions on the importance of change and renovation, especially as a means to meet […]
GM Forum 2017 Highlights: Thoriq Ibrahim, Environment Minister
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Speaking at the GM Forum 2017, environment minister Thoriq Ibrahim renewed calls for support by tourist resorts to the ‘Maldives as a Biosphere Reserve’ pledge. Sustainable tourism is of paramount importance to the conservation of the Maldives’ unique environment, as the Biosphere Reserve pledge resonates with the sustainable development agenda of the country. We’re looking […]
GM Forum 2017 Highlights: Jasper Palmqvist, Area Director, Asia Pacific – STR Global
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A presentation on an analysis of demand, supply and performance in the Maldives and comparable destinations was delivered at the GM Forum 2017 by Jasper Palmqvist, the Area Director Asia Pacific for STR Global. His analysis showed that length of stay has levelled out in the Maldives, as has rates while RevPAR is back at […]
GM Forum 2017 Highlights: Panel on Employment Law
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]GM Forum 2017 saw a number of expert-led panels discussing an array of vital issues related to the tourism industry. One of the panels saw extensive discussions on issues that derive from the Employment Law, and ways to overcome these challenges. They also discussed the most feasible ways to comply with new amendments to the […]
GM Forum 2017 Highlights: Mohamed Solah, Manager, Infrastructure Development, MACL
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]GM Forum 2017 touched key topics including the mega-project to develop Velana International Airport and saw a presentation by Mohamed Solah, Manager Infrastructure Development at Maldives Airports Company Ltd (MACL). The development plans include a new runway to service large passenger aircraft such as the A380 and cargo planes and a new terminal that can […]
GM Forum 2017 Highlights: Hussain Afeef, Chairman, Crown & Champa Resorts
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Delivering the keynote speech at the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2017, Hussain Afeef (Champa), the Chairman of Crown & Champa Resorts, describes tourism in its infancy in the isles, when he and Mohamed Umar Maniku essentially ushered in the era of tourism to the Maldives. We’re looking forward to GM Forum 2018—to be held on […]
