Much was said about safety over the past few weeks – there was loss of life, damage to property, homelessness. The preventable nature of these incidents sparked public outcry, so we thought it was an opportune moment to sit down with one…
Homegrown brand Atmosphere Hotels and Resorts launched its fifth resort in the Maldives dubbed Varu by Atmosphere. The property is a 40-minute speedboat ride from Male International Airport. ‘Varu’ refers to strength, resilience and life in abundance in Dhivehi and the resort’s…
The State Trading Organisation (STO) is seeking an investor to develop a resort in Ekulhivaru island in Noonu atoll. Ekulhivaru island, located 200 kilometers away from Velana International Airport, can be reached by a 40-minute seaplane ride or via the nearby Maafaru…
AS Marine showcased some new products at the Maldives Marine Expo 2019, held at Dharubaaruge from 23 to 25 October. The theme of the exhibition was marine technology, which was explored by experts and specialists in the field. AS Marine debuted four…
For a nation, the value of its natural and cultural heritage goes beyond just the geography or physical spaces but is a representation of the stories that have travelled through generations. It is closely knitted with the nation’s history, tradition and identity…
Singapore-based design firm Topo Design Studio is in the midst of a spa revamp at Sheraton Maldives, CLAD news reports. The resort finished a larger renovation project valued at USD 20 million last year and the spa upgrade comes on the heels…
Mövenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives and UNICEF have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to advocate for children’s rights, support skill development and foster career-exploration in the hospitality industry for the Maldivian youth. The agreement was signed on 6 October at the luxury resort…
You are with a high-end resort in the Maldives and you’ve got a wealthy clientele. You want to show them that you’ve taken care of every last detail. Yes, down to the labels on the breakfast buffet. This is where Brother can…
The chefs of Summer Island won top prizes at this year’s Hotel Asia Exhibition and International Culinary Challenge, held at Dharubaaruge in Male’ this month. Now in its 15th year, the culinary competition pits chefs, both local and international, against one another…