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.
With over 20 years of experience in the restaurant and hotel business, Montuori brings his Michelin background, exceptional leadership, organization and culinary skills to the St. Regis Maldives. As Executive Chef, he will further elevate the world-class resort's culinary institutions, using his international experience with iconic five-star luxury properties including Hassler Hotel Rome, National Hotel Moscow, La Reserve Geneva, and One&Only Reethi Rah Maldives. Prior to joining the team at The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort, Montuori was Executive Chef at Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives, Baglioni Resort Maldives on Maagau Island, and the Kempinski SPA Hotel in Gozo, Malta.
Four Seasons Resorts Kuda Huraa has appointed Didier Jardin, a hospitality veteran who has been with the Four Seasons since 1994, as the resort's new General Manager. Born in La Ferte Bernard, France, this sailor, diver and fire fighter, this sky diver and adrenaline-junkie's formative years were spent in France's Loire Valley, a region known for its extraordinary castles and for its Sancerre and Pouilly Fume wines.
Immersed in lush greenery and surrounded by a 100-hectare private lagoon with natural coral reef, the new Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa is located on an intimate 7-hectare island, just 20 minutes by boat from the group's first property, Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa. Both resorts are members of The Leading Hotels of the World, and offer The Emerald Collection's high-quality, signature Deluxe All-Inclusive service formula, as well as the opportunity for guests to island-hop in the Maldives, experiencing two luxury properties under the same brand. Emerald Faarufushi encompasses 80 contemporary and independent villas, 5 restaurants offering international cuisine, 2 bars, the Emerald Spa with 8 treatments rooms in evocative treehouses, and a Sports Centre equipped with professional Technogym machines and equipment. The resort is also home to tennis and padel courts, and ensures a programme of fun yet educational activities for children and teens at the Dolphin Kids Club.
Decisions stakeholders make today will define the next era of Maldives tourism, said QUO CEO David Keen during the keynote address at the sixth annual Hotelier Maldives GM Forum. He defined Maldives as a global icon and benchmark for tourism globally and suggested now is the time to form a road map to sustain its pre-eminent role.
Le Meridien Maldives Resort & Spa have appointed Michal Zemlicka as new Director of Food & Beverage. A passionate and result-oriented professional, Michal Zemlicka brings over 15 years of experience managing food & beverage divisions in hotels and restaurants. His recent positions include Executive Assistant Manager at Furaveli Maldives, and four years at Sheraton Bali Kuta, as Director of Food & Beverage.
Anantara Veli Maldives Resort will reopen on 1 December 2022, in time for the peak festive season following nine months of extensive renovations. The adults-only resort located 30 minutes by speedboat from Male International Airport, will reveal new-look accommodation, including a new top room category and newly designed restaurants and spa, offering guests the ultimate in island style.
The Kuramathi Island resort in Maldives has appointed Sara Scroglieri as Resident Marine Biologist.
The Kuramathi Island resort in Maldives has appointed Anjali Masih as Director of Human Resources.
One&Only Reethi Rah has announced the appointment of Andreas Porias as its General Manager, effective 19 August 2022.