La Vie Hotels & Resorts, one of Asia Pacific's leading and fastest growing independent hotel management companies, is today officially announcing the launch of its new lifestyle brand, NOOE, alongside its first NOOE resort, a new build island resort in the tropical paradise of the Maldives.
La Vie Hotels & Resorts, one of Asia Pacific’s leading and fastest growing independent hotel management companies, is today officially announcing the launch of its new lifestyle brand, NOOE, alongside its first NOOE resort, a new build island resort in the tropical paradise of the Maldives.
One of the most coveted island destinations on the planet, the Maldives are considered by many to be the ultimate luxury wanderlust experience. This picturesque archipelago boasts bright white sands, warm calm waters and a standard of hospitality that is second to none. Now, having achieved worldwide recognition as a preeminent tropical paradise, the Maldives is looking toward the future with an eye on longevity and sustainability, making the destination a natural fit for the unique approach to luxury lifestyle offered by Rosewood Hotels & Resorts®. Rosewood Ranfaru, opening on the islands in 2027, is the latest development in the discerning brand's thoughtful growth pipeline. The resort will reflect Rosewood's guiding A Sense of Place® philosophy through a highly curated experience that emphasizes privacy, luxury, and a connection to the natural habitat.
Jesper will be responsible for overseeing the pre-opening of SO/ Maldives, which is set to open in Q4 2023 and will also drive the overall resort strategy, bringing the SO/ brand experiences of avant-garde design, playful luxury, and fashion to the Maldives.
Singapore-based luxury property developer Pontiac Land Private Limited (“Pontiac Land”) has converted US$180 million in bank loans for its Maldivian island archipelago Fari Islands (comprising of Patina Maldives, Fari Islands and The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands) into green loans, upon achieving EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) Advanced Certifications.
3 years ago, we became the first Hospitality group to commit to progressively eliminate single-use plastic items from the guest experience. Today, our teams’ mobilization and hard work are bearing fruit: 84% of our hotels have already successfully risen to the challenge.
Poised to bring laid back luxury to the shores of the Baa Atoll, Minor Hotels' Avani brand will make its Maldives debut with the opening of Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort on 1st April 2023. Set on the natural tropical island of Fares at the western edge of this renowned heart-shaped atoll, the 176-key resort will be Minor's sixth property in the country, strengthening the company's position as a key player in the Indian Ocean destination.
Set on one of the lushest natural islands in the Raa Atoll, Amari Raaya Maldives is set to open in Early Summer 2023, celebrating the art and beauty of the archipelago's natural riches. Located 45 minutes by seaplane from Velana International Airport, Amari Raaya Maldives is an accessible option for travellers visiting the Maldives and it is the second Maldives hotel opened by ONYX Hospitality Group.
W Maldives is pleased to announce the appointment of Constance Chang as the Director of Sales & Marketing. With over a decade of experience in luxury and lifestyle hospitality, Constance brings a wealth of knowledge and passion and will lead the sales and marketing team at the resort.
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL),India’s largest hospitality company announced that Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives has signed an agreement with Swimsol, the global leader in offshore marine photovoltaics, to induct a floating solar park.
RateGain Travel Technologies Limited (RateGain), a global provider of SaaS solutions for travel and hospitality, announced today that Cinnamon Maldives has selected RateGain’s Engage AI product and would be implementing it at its iconic Dhonveli property to accentuate their guest engagement, provide contactless check-in/check-out and improve their ancillary revenue in a competitive market by getting access to guest analytics in real-time.
The Ritz-Carlton has appointed Mark Aldridge as Sales and Marketing Director of The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands, the brand's debut property in the Maldives, operating since June 2021. With over 20 years of international hotel experience, Mark brings both proven excellence in hospitality market-share growth and a global perspective to his new position, commencing January 2023.
Not new to the Group, British-born John brings along over three decades of experience overseeing award-winning luxury properties across different countries along with an impressive background in business strategy and pre-opening.
Offering a reimagined adult-only experience set amid crystalline lagoon waters, Anantara Veli Maldives Resort reopened on 1 December 2022 following nine months of extensive renovations. With revamped accommodations, including the introduction of a new Beach Pool Villa room category, a new Villa Host service for all guests, newly redesigned restaurants and a hammam added to the wellness-focused spa, the 67-villa Maldivian playground is all set to cradle couples into vacation mode.
Announced at the International Luxury Travel Market in Cannes France (ILTM), the Dubai based DAMAC Group, under its property development arm DAMAC Properties — one of the region's foremost luxury real estate developers, has signed a contract with Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group to operate a new resort on a group of private islands in The Maldives.
Minor Hotels' Avani brand will make its Maldives debut with the opening of Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort in early Q2 2023. Located in the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the resort will be Minor's sixth property in the country, increasing the hotel owner, operator and investors current presence in this paradisiacal setting.
IDeaS, a SAS company, the world’s leading provider of hotel revenue management software and services, announced today Pulse Hotels & Resorts has adopted G3 RMS across four of its Maldives-based properties to deliver accurate forecasting, better manage operational resources, and gain market share.
This winter, Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi invites travellers to reignite their sense of adventure with the launch of new Beach Tented Villas. Set amongst lush foliage and with direct access to the sugar-white sand beach, the villas have been thoughtfully designed to sit in harmony with the natural island environment, striking the perfect balance between luxury, adventure, space, and seclusion. A unique alternative to the traditional beach villa and overwater accommodation, the Beach Tented Villas will be available to book from November 2022.
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is pleased to announce the appointment of Chef Ivan Alvarez as its new Director of Culinary, who will oversee culinary operations across the resort's eleven uniquely positioned dining venues.
Dusit Thani Maldives has appointed Mr Jacques Leizerovici as its new General Manager, effective 30 August 2022. Mr Leizerovici, a dual French-Canadian citizen, brings to the role more than 30 years of experience working in senior management positions for renowned hotel brands under the Accor group across South America, Malaysia, and Canada.