Iain McCormack has been appointed as General Manager at Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi
Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi has appointed Iain McCormack as its new General Manager.
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Westin Hotels & Resorts Debuts in Maldives
Westin Hotels & Resorts today announced the anticipated opening of the brand's first hotel in the Republic of Maldiveswith the opening of The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort. Developed by Belluna Co. Ltd, Japan and Asia Capital PLC, Sri Lanka, The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort heralds the Westin brand's wellness positioning in the Maldivian oasis.
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island Unveils Collection of Luxury Experiences Exclusive to Guests of THE MURAKA
Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton (NYSE: HLT)'s hotel portfolio for the smart luxury traveler, revealed today four exclusive and customizable experiences at THE MURAKA at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island, the innovative luxury resort situated on pristine Rangali Island. The first-of-its-kind undersea residence set to debut this November, THE MURAKA offers a transformative journey in one of the world's most breathtaking natural environments as guests are fully immersed in the wonders of the abundant marine eco-system above and below the Indian Ocean. While pushing the boundaries of engineering, THE MURAKA is not only defined by its physical structure, but even more so by the wholly unique offerings globally connected guests can enjoy while staying in the innovative residence.
ONYX Hospitality Group Announces Its Second Maldivian Resort with OZO Maldives
ONYX Hospitality Group, one of the region's leading hotel management companies, has signed an agreement with a joint venture company led by Panchshil Realty to launch OZO Maldives. Scheduled to open in the third quarter of 2020, the 200-villa private island resort will occupy a secluded island in the Raa Atoll, located northwest of the Maldivian capital of Male.
Michael Melzer has been appointed as General Manager at Mӧvenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has appointed Michael Melzer as the General Manager of Mӧvenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives, the stunning new sustainably designed island resort which is scheduled to open its doors in November 2018. A German national, Michael has more than 35 years' experience in the hospitality industry, many of which have been spent in the Asia Pacific region. He also has qualifications from Cornell University and Dale Carnegie Hong Kong, and he has worked for some of the industry's most famous brands over the course of almost four decades in the hospitality industry. Most recently he was GM of the Sunrise Nha Trang Beach Hotel & Spa, a luxury sea-facing property in Vietnam.Mövenpick has deep roots in the food and beverage industry, and this heritage aligns perfectly with Michael's own passion for the culinary arts. Having started his career as a chef in Germany, he became a Food & Beverage specialist at several hotels. Subsequent roles included Director of Event Management, Hotel Operations Manager and Director of Operations, reporting directly to General Managers and owners. This gave Michael a comprehensive view of hotel operations prior to becoming a General Manager in 2010. Since this time he has successfully managed properties in the Maldives, the Philippines and Vietnam.
SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton gearing up for early 2019 opening
SAii Lagoon Maldives will open as part of Curio Collection by Hilton, one of Hilton's 14 market-leading brands in 2019. Curio Collection by Hilton, a global portfolio of more than 55 hotels and resorts around the world, offers travelers unexpected and authentic experiences at more than 55 one-of-a-kind hotels and resorts around the world. SAii Lagoon Maldives will be managed by S Hotels & Resorts under a franchise agreement between Hilton and Singha Estate Public Company Limited.
Iryna Okopova has been appointed as Marketing and Communications Manager at Dusit Thani Maldives
Dusit Thani Maldives, a luxury resort on Mudhdhoo Island owned and operated by Thailand's foremost hotel and property development company, Dusit International, has appointed Ms. Iryna Okopova as its new Marketing and Communications Manager. Ms Okopova, a Ukrainian national, brings to her role more than 13 years of working experience, 6 of them for leading hotels in Ukraine and UAE. She began her career working in the Food & Beverage department and later on in Sales & Marketing of Fairmont Grand Hotel Kyiv, before moving to the Rixos Bab Al Bahr resort in Ras al-Khaimah, UAE. Prior to joining Dusit, she was PR & Marketing Executive of the resort. In her new role, Ms Okopova will oversee and develop Dusit Thani Maldives' marketing and communications efforts in line with Dusit branding and the hotel's overall strategy. "Iryna has a wealth of experience in the luxury hospitality industry and we feel very fortunate to have her join the hotel team," said Mr Reinhold Johann, General Manager, Dusit Thani Maldives. "Her expertise, leadership acumen, and general zest for life will be a true asset to Dusit as the company embarks upon an exciting stage of tremendous growth." Ms Okopova holds a Master's degree in International Economics and Business Development from Kyiv National Economic University named after V.Getman.
Bert Goebel has been appointed as General Manager at ROBINSON Club Maldives
ROBINSON Club Maldives has announced the appointment of Bert Goebel as the new general manager. Born and raised in Germany, Bert chose a career in the hospitality industry at an early age, and today considers himself as a "cosmopolitan in the industry" with nearly 30 years of experience in high-end hotel, resort and cruise ship business worldwide.
The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort to open in October
Developed by Belluna Co. Ltd, Japan and Asia Capital PLC, Sri Lanka, The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort is set to herald the Westin brand's wellness positioning in the Maldivian oasis.
Joan Li has been appointed as Resident Marine Biologist at Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort
Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort has appointed Joan Li as the new resident marine biologist to take forward the OZONE (Outrigger's ZONE) conservation initiative. A Chinese national from near the North Korean border, Joan says her new job is a dream posting.
Joali Maldives Announces October 2018 Opening
Joali Maldives today revealed its opening plans as well as its full range of upscale amenities, including the Joali Spa by ESPA and an immersive art studio and gallery, available to guests starting October 1. Located on its own private island in the picturesque Raa Atoll, Joali Maldives will offer unconventional luxury through the lens of the resort's "Joie de Vivre" philosophy, which welcomes guests to celebrate the joy in every passing moment. Guests will experience a new kind of sustainable glamour and a dedication to immersive art that has never before been seen in the Maldives, in addition to elegant overwater and beach villas - including two-, three- and four-bedroom residences, thoughtful programming and four innovative restaurant concepts with a distinct focus on design.
Marc Gussing has been appointed as General Manager at JW Marriott Maldives
Marc Gussing has been appointed as the General Manager at JW Marriott Maldives. He is an outstanding hospitality professional with over 20 years of illustrious industry exposure in the luxury segment. Marc has proficiently been part of both city and hotel settings, corporate organizations and independent properties across the globe. In his role as General Manager, he is responsible for achieving targets by developing and implementing strategic sales, marketing plans and initiatives in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability.
Olivier Larcher has been appointed as General Manager at Raffles Maldives Meradhoo
Raffles Maldives Meradhoo has appointed Olivier Larcher as the resort's General Manager, ahead of its opening.
Graeme Freeman has been appointed as Resident Manager at Six Senses Laamu
Graeme will be in charge of the resort's overall operations, ensuring that guests continue to receive exceptional and out-of-the-ordinary experiences.Bringing more than 14 years of executive experience to the role, Graeme gained his proficiency in the high-end hospitality and real estate sectors across Asia. He joins Six Senses Laamu following his previous position as general manager at the award-winning Aleenta Hua Hin Resort & Spa in Pranburi, Thailand, prior to an extensive career with the Karma Group based in Bali, Indonesia.Beginning his hospitality career as marketing manager with Karma Group, Graeme's focus was on promoting the portfolio of properties in Indonesia and Thailand. A move into operations followed and after successful tenures as operations manager and resort manager, Graeme was appointed general manager at Karma Jimbaran, Jimbaran Bay, Bali in 2013. His travels have taken him to five continents and his education included exposure to business and law in addition to holding a diploma from Cornell University.Originally from Scotland, Graeme is an avid football fan and keen soccer player. In his free time he enjoys traveling and exploring new lands and cultures while in this new appointment he is also looking forward to taking on diving to explore Six Senses Laamu's rich underwater marine life.
Candice Barwell has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa
Shangri-La's Villingili Resort & Spa, Maldives is delighted to announce the appointment of Candice Barwell as the resort's new director of sales and marketing. Set to join the team this month, Barwell will be responsible for planning and implementing the sales and marketing strategy, optimizing the hotel's revenue and market share, and will continue to establish Shangri-La's Villingili as one of the leading luxury resorts in the Maldives.
Four Seasons Maldives Has A Three-Man Sub
DeepFlight produces the world's highest performance personal submarines. On May 3, 2018, Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru will become the first place to launch submarine excursions in DeepFlight's most advanced model yet: the Super Falcon 3S.
Maldives to open 'world's first' underwater hotel residence | cnn.com
A luxury Maldives resort is about to take the sleeping under-the-sea phenomenon to a whole new level.Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is building a $15 million two-story hotel villa, part of which will sit 16.4 feet below the surface of the Indian Ocean.The property, believed to be the world's first undersea residence, is under construction in the South Asian island country and is due to be completed in November.
Jan Tibaldi has been appointed as General Manager at One&Only Reethi Rah
One&Only, created exclusively for the ultra-luxury market and conceived as a hallmark of excellence, has announced the appointment of established industry leader Jan Tibaldi as General Manager of One&Only Reethi Rah in the Maldives. In his new role, Jan will be responsible for the overall operation and strategic development of the award-winning all-villa resort, as well as leading the One&Only Reethi Rah Team to continue to create unrivalled guest experiences.
Mario Piazza has been named General Manager at Angsana Velavaru
Mario Piazza has been named general manager of Angsana Velavaru, moving to the Maldives from his most recent appointment as the hotel manager of Banyan Tree Ringha, China. Piazaa first joined the Banyan Tree Group as an area recreational manager at Banyan Tree Bintan and Angsana Resort and Spa in 2001. After a stint with Vinpearl Resort and Spa Group, he rejoined the Banyan Tree Group and has since cut his teeth in various positions in different locations in the region. He had assumed roles including group recreation director and operations - Laguna Lang Co, Vietnam and the Shanghai corporate office, director of recreation at Banyan Tree Phuket and director of hotel operations manager of Banyan Tree Lijiang.
Aldo Cadau has been appointed as Executive Chef at Gili Lankanfushi
Chef Aldo joins the Gili Lankanfushi team in an exciting phase of the island"s gastronomic journey, as he spearheads developments in the resort"s restaurants, news of which will be announced in Spring 2018. Chef Aldo will oversee operations of the Main Restaurant and Gili Lankanfushi"s other dining destinations, By The Sea – a Japanese fine-dining restaurant specialising in exquisite sushi, Fini Foni – a poolside ice cream parlour and the Overwater Bar, in addition to destination dining experiences and in-room villa dining.