Top 10 Romantic Resorts in the Maldives

Dear Readers,

Welcome to issue 59 of Hotelier Maldives.

As the year comes to an end and we look forward to the festive season the mood is that of celebrations and the joy of giving.

As visitor numbers to the Maldives in 2022 have already surpassed that of pre-covid numbers, and interest from visitors are high, we feature a selection of the most romantic resorts in the Maldives. Hotelier Maldives contributing editor Donna Richardson has curated this feature with a selection of her favorite Top 10 Romantic Resorts in the Maldives. In alphabetical order they are Amilla Maldives Resort and Residencies, Baros Maldives, Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi, Gili Lankanfushi, HUvafen Fushi, Maldives, Joali Maldives, Six Senses Laamu, Soneva Jani, You & Me by Cocoon Maldives and W Maldives. We hope you will find a favorite amongst these top romantic resorts in the Maldives.

In this issue we also feature extensive coverage of the 16th edition of Hotel Asia. Returning after a two-year hiatus due to the covid-19 pandemic, the event took place from 9th to 12th October 2022 at Dharubaaruge, Male’. This year’s event saw 100 exhibitors, 175 exhibitor stands and 5 category sponsors. The International Culinary Challenge received 658 entries, 450 chefs of 14 nationalities representing 60 establishments.

In our regular segments we review Alila Kothaifaru Maldives. Located in the panoramic Raa Atoll, the 11.2 hectare island is seamlessly designed in harmony with nature, preserving the extraordinary natural beauty of the destination. With a total of 80 villas, the resort also is home to a treetop spa and restaurants that offer a range of global cuisine.

We also feature interviews with Novel Cameron, GM at Huvafen Fushi in the GM’s View segment, and Aishath Alaa Abdul Hannan in the Women in Hospitality segment. Our contributing editor Janet Smailes also profiles promising young Maldivian chef Ahmed Mazim, Chef de Partie at Four Seasons Landaa Giraavaru.

In commercial features we profile Ilaa Pvt Ltd., a family owned Maldivian business that has seen exponential success. The company recently celebrated their 31st year in business.

We also feature two product reviews; both by enterprising Maldivian businesses, ICETO by Cidee’s Kitchen and Kleventi, the luxury timepieces and accessories brand. If you would like to comment or publish an opinion article, please email them to mamduh@hoteliermaldives.com or info@perspective.mv

Wishing you all a very happy festive season and new year 2023!

Sincerely,