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From May 8 through May 13, Nikita Gandhi, the winner of MasterChef India Season 4, will be a guest at Sun Siyam Iru Fushi to commemorate the growing popularity of customers who prefer plant-based meals. Gandhi, a lacto ovo vegetarian specialist, will be preparing a variety of vegetarian and vegan dishes, as well as offering workshops and food pairings, so that visitors can learn the finer points of vegetarian Indian cookery. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nikita Gandhi Patni (@theveggiefix) Gandhi, who was born and raised in Abu Dhabi, has always had a passion for complex culinary techniques and food pairings. At the age of eight, he began cooking on his own. She worked in finance before trying out for Season 4 of MasterChef India, where in 2015 she became the show's youngest-ever champion.Some of the most renowned chefs in the world have already been welcomed by Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, which launched its popular celebrity chef residency program last year. These chefs include Marcel Thiele, the creator of SPICEHUNTER®, Michelin-starred chef Christophe Chiavola, and Indian celebrity chef Hermant Oberoi.In addition to providing cooking demonstrations in the resort's main kitchen, Gandhi will organize a variety of breakfast and dining experiences for visitors on the island. The events on the calendar will include:During the resort's usual breakfast hour, a catered Indian vegan breakfast is served at Iru restaurant. A portion of the breakfast buffet will feature the chef's creations, and then there will be a meet & greet where the chef will discuss the inspiration for the meals.During the Indian night buffet meal, a showcase of Ghandi's distinctive vegan cuisine will be on display in one area of the restaurant.A live Indian vegan cooking class where she will demonstrate how to combine flavors from the Middle East and India, followed by a tasting of the foods she has made.A four-course vegan set meal with cool drinks that are well matched to the food will be created by Ghandi. First come, first served, with a $75 supplemental charge."MasterChef was really the turning point in my career," says Nikita. I was challenged to envision and produce the unimaginable during the competition, and I still make an effort to do so. I always use vegetarian ingredients, and I get a lot of my creativity and originality from my Middle Eastern and Indian ancestry, which really helps to make each dish special.I'm excited to introduce flavors that have never been served at Iru Fushi, encourage visitors to try new foods, and give them the knowledge they need to try making them at home.Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, which has 14 pubs and restaurants, is proud of its outstanding cuisine. The most discriminating palates can be appeased at Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, which offers award-winning Italian cuisine at Trio, mixology lessons at Water's Edge, a live show-cooking Japanese experience at Teppanyaki, French cuisine at the celebrated overwater restaurant Flavours, Asian fusion at Bamboo, and Maldivian seafood at Islander's Grill.The five-star Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, which spans 52 acres and has 221 villas and suites, is tucked away in the natural splendor of Noonu Atoll, a picturesque 45-minute seaplane ride from Velana (Male) International Airport. It achieves the ideal mix between rural charm and understated grandeur. Families, friendstrips, couples on a honeymoon, and groups of pals can all enjoy this island playground. This tropical island is the ideal destination for a wellness retreat thanks to its award-winning Thalgo France Spa, which offers more than 140 treatments. Families can also enjoy kids under 15 sleeping and eating for free in a room with two paying adults while they enjoy and learn about the local marine life at Nemo's Reef and participate in fun activities at Koamas Kidz Club.

After a brief hiatus during Ramadan, Maagiri Hotel will resume its eagerly anticipated Themed Buffet Nights on April 27th, 2023. Once more, visitors may savor a wide range of world cuisines, with each night's menu covering a distinct theme.Maagiri Hotel will provide delicious ethnic Indian cuisine every Thursday night. Thai and Chinese cuisine from the Orient will be served on Friday nights, while delicious Sri Lankan food will be served on Saturdays. Everyone's taste buds are guaranteed to be satisfied with such a wide variety of selections. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Maagiri Hotel (@maagirihotel) The cozy atmosphere and calming music played live during the buffet nights by the great musician Mooshan will allow guests to unwind and relax with their loved ones or friends. The welcoming faces of the hotel's personnel will be present to serve delectable cuisine and deliver top-notch service.

From May 4 to May 9, guests are invited to the renowned Maldivian resort LUX* South Ari Atoll for a week of spectacular entertainment in a tropical environment with DJ Bianca Gascoigne.LUX* South Ari Atoll is a bustling island encircled by a serene turquoise lagoon that provides much more than a normal Maldives vacation. It is full of unforgettable experiences that beckon you to live Life Extraordinary, whether it be fine dining at one of its eight restaurants, the most luxurious pampering at LUX* ME Spa, or relaxing parties at the iconic Beach Rouge's overwater dance floor. After a successful visit last year, the resort is hosting celebrity DJ Bianca Gascoigne with frequent DJ sessions, pool parties, and themed events. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bianca Jade ? (@biancagascoigne1) Bianca, who is from the UK, debuted on television in 2006 as a well-liked contestant on "Celebrity Love Island." Her winning streak on television shows like "Celebrity Gladiators" and "Celebrity Five Go to..." began with this. Her most recent TV appearance was in Italy as a participant on the "Dancing with the Stars" competition show before she went on to be a finalist in "Celebrity Big Brother 2017". Bianca is noted for her upbeat, soulful DJ sets and contagious positivity. She has a great enthusiasm for music.Bianca will host Extraordinary Sunsets at LUX* South Ari Atoll, complete with specialty beverages and upbeat live music. The Full Moon Pool Party at Veli Bar, which is a must-attend ambient event filled with dance sounds, vibrant cocktails, and delectable snacks, was the highlight of her trip.

The brand-new resort SO/ Maldives, which opens in 2023, will have Jesper Soerensen as its general manager, according to Ennismore, a global lifestyle and leisure hospitality firm.In addition to leading the entire resort strategy and directing the pre-opening of SO/ Maldives, which is scheduled to open in Q4 2023, Jesper will be in charge of bringing the SO/ brand's avant-garde design, fun luxury, and fashion to the Maldives."I feel incredibly honored to have been given the position of General Manager at the brand-new SO/ Maldives resort. I can't wait to bring this incredible brand and resort to life here in the Maldives. It's extremely wonderful, and I can't wait to share it with the crew as well as our guests. It is unique in the market, and in my opinion, all crucial components for our visitors, team, and atmosphere have been integrated here, according to Jesper Soerensen.Jesper has a distinguished history in the hospitality sector, having worked with some of the most prestigious, globally recognized, and rapidly expanding luxury companies in the world, including metropolitan hotels, beach resorts, and opulent private island resorts.Jesper spent the previous three years as the General Manager of The Standard, Maldives before returning to SO/ Maldives. He had been staying at Six Senses Singapore before then. With Alan Yau at the Hakkasan Group, Jesper began his career in the food and beverage industry. He later joined Morgans Hotel Group at London's famed Sanderson and St. Martin's Lane Hotels. Later, he relocated to Miami, where for a while, he oversaw operations at the Shore Club.Jesper is a great fit to head up the SO/ Maldives team because to his considerable experience in the hospitality sector and love of beach and opulent travel.With a variety of custom beachfront and over-water villas, a lively selection of dining options, and exciting entertainment options, SO/ Maldives puts visitors in the spotlight. Located on a private island with a view of the emerald Emboodhoo Lagoon, SO/ Maldives is destined to become a sought-after getaway for intrepid and stylish tourists, taking them away for a few laid-back days in the Maldives.With creativity and purpose at its core, Ennismore is a global community of founder-built and entrepreneurial companies that includes SO/, Mondrian, Mama Shelter, SLS, Delano, The Hoxton, and 25 hours.

In honor of World Earth Day 2023, The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort organized the first-ever local resort and community coral restoration event in the Maldives in cooperation with Dh. Kudahuvadhoo Council and Dh. Atoll School Eco Friends Club. This event was organized in association with Reefscapers Maldives. The purpose of the event was to raise awareness among the local youth and community about the new dangers facing coral reefs and the necessity of defending this crucial ecosystem in the Maldives.A marine biologist from the resort, Ms. Hazel Araujo, led a workshop on awareness for 17 kids from Dh. Atoll School as part of the program. Two coral frames made of 130 coral fragments were prepared with help from the kids, and they were afterwards placed in Dh. Kudahuvadhoo's house reef."We are honored to have worked together on this significant event with Dh. Kudahuvadhoo Council and Dh. Atoll School Eco Friends Club. We want to use this event to motivate the future generation to safeguard coral reefs and take responsibility for our oceans. remarked Mr. Mohamed Athif, The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort's director of human resources."I firmly believe that Maldivian youth have a lot of potential to contribute to the restoration of the coral reefs in Dh. Kudahuvadhoo. They are imaginative, intelligent, and dedicated to taking part in environmental issues, thus it is our responsibility to provide them with the means to do so. Hazel Araujo, resident marine biologist at The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort, said, "It was an honor to meet these young ocean leaders, and I'm delighted to continue this project and see local collaboration take action for the coral reefs.In order to lessen the detrimental effects of plastic on the marine environment, participants in the event also took part in a beach cleanup exercise."The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort has several projects planned as part of our sustainable journey. We just introduced a 2-tonne composting unit, our unique in-house bottled water called Fen, as well as a cooperation with Reefscapers for coral restoration. According to Harish Nair, Resort Manager of The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort, "We are eager to extend similar collaborations with other islands and aim to start a wider movement.Due to its dedication to sustainability, the St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort has taken a leading role in the Maldives' efforts to conserve and grow coral. In the resort's house reef, more than 40 coral frames and over 3000 coral fragments have been deployed.

With an extraordinary deal that included a stay in the Veyoge Gallery Pool Villa and an exclusive performance by the Soul Salad band, Oaga Art Resort announced its celebration of International Jazz Day.On April 30th, 2023, the party will take place. Guests will arrive from Male' in the late afternoon, and then there will be a cocktail reception at sunset before the Jazz Day special supper at Raa Baa, the island's main pool and bar.The Soul Salad band, which consists of Ziya on guitar, Zeeban on bass, Muthrib on drums, Raalhu Mariyambu on vocals, and Husen on saxophone and keys, will give a one-of-a-kind performance as part of the evening's entertainment.The resort's Jazz Day deal, which costs USD 550 nett, includes one night's lodging (at double occupancy) in the Veyoge Gallery Pool Villa. With the in-house art collection from Maldivian artists displayed on the wall, the Veyoge Gallery Pool Villas are a singular experience all on their own. In addition, the villas offer easy access from the pool to the'veyo' garden stream that ascends to the Sobi Bar, the beer and gin garden. Each of these villas also has a retro turntable that evokes pleasant memories and is ideal for Jazz Day celebrations. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Oaga Art Resort - Maldives (@oaga.artresort) The deal includes breakfast at Kaa Kada (the main restaurant) on May 1st before departing shuttles, as well as unlimited beverages from the Greatest All-Inclusive menu during the whole stay.UNESCO established International Jazz Day in 2011 to promote jazz music as a representation of harmony, peace, and intercultural communication. The Soul Salad band will perform at the party at Oaga Art Resort, guaranteeing guests an amazing experience. Visit the resort's website or click the link for more details and to make reservations.With inclusions like Creative Expression (art) classes, Take Notes (music) experiences, Thashibari In-Villa Dining to a floating meal, choices of excursions, motorized watersports, and many more, Oaga Art Resort's Greatest All-Inclusive plan redefines what All-Inclusive is all about for Maldives lovers looking for an all-inclusive vacation.

Through its Vocational Education & Training (VET) center, which is a component of the Fari Islands Campus and in collaboration with the famous hospitality management school, Ecole Hôtelière de Lausanne (EHL), Patina Maldives, Fari Islands celebrated the graduation of the property's first cohort of 12 students. The students who graduated from the program successfully completed a six-month "Foundation Module" in "Food & Beverage Service" and "Hotel Foundation Certificate." Before graduating with a Professional Diploma, students will complete two additional six-month intermediate and advanced modules to supplement their course work.With regard to the initial group of graduates, Antonio Saponara, General Manager of Patina Maldives, Fari Islands, remarked, "We are immensely proud of our first cohort of students and are excited to watch their continued growth. We are dedicated to offering a rewarding road to success for those looking to pursue their full potential in the field of hospitality management in partnership with EHL, and we eagerly anticipate fostering the program's further development.The three-year programs will result in internationally recognized certificates provided by the Maldives Qualification Authority and signed and issued by the EHL, giving local talent a practical, respectable substitute for hotel schools in Europe. The modular course curriculum combines 'on the job' training with classroom learning and examinations using content created in Switzerland.The availability of VET courses and the sponsorship program further demonstrate Patina Maldives' dedication to finding and keeping the greatest local talent while fostering careers and providing team members with the chance to realize their full potential. When the program resumes classes in June 2023, it will aim to grow and welcome more participants from both resorts.

Sun Siyam Resorts is committed to operating sustainably and responsibly in the Maldives and Sri Lanka while providing genuine guest experiences, in keeping with this year's international Earth Day theme of "Invest in our Planet" and to show support for environmental protection. Sun Siyam Resorts is reflecting its values at the center of the company. In order to support Earth Day 2023, the various island resorts carried out a number of environmental and sustainability efforts as well as guest activities, such as tree-planting ceremonies, reef, beach, and lagoon cleaning sessions, marine biology talks, and pledging ceremonies, all under the direction of their sustainability program, Sun Siyam Cares.However, environmental initiatives are part of ongoing efforts to preserve island homes and promote a better world and are not merely for special occasions. At Sun Siyam Vilu Reef, you can snorkel and see some of the nicest coral reefs in the Maldives as well as a flourishing coral garden created as a consequence of coral planting efforts over the previous five years. The island team promised to plant 5000 trees over the course of the next three years, which is a significant step in protecting the planet's future.With the planting of 100 trees at Sun Siyam Iru Fushi on Earth Day 2023, the island team and many visitors have now planted 247 plants annually, putting them one step closer to their goal of 1000 trees in 2023.To actively "make a difference" and leave the breathtaking Maldives knowing that they had a once-in-a-lifetime experience and made a difference, guests from Siyam World Maldives joined the island-based, local marine biologist Thuhu and the island team for a special island cleaning event in the morning.The Sun Siyam Cares program puts sustainability first by supporting community development, conserving energy and water, managing waste to cut down on plastic use, and making investments in renewable energy. The program also emphasizes conservation initiatives and work to save regional cultural practices and assets. By implementing these sustainable strategies, resorts want to reduce their negative environmental impact and carbon footprint while also enhancing the socioeconomic well-being of the local populations.Sun Siyam Resorts, which operates five resorts in the Maldives and one that will soon reopen in Sri Lanka, provides couples, families, watersports enthusiasts, and tourists looking for a change of pace with unforgettable experiences and luxurious accommodations at reasonable prices. Sun Siyam Resorts are truly unique and in a class of their own. From the largest floating water park to the first horse ranch in the Maldives, to stunning overwater villas with slides into the ocean, a floating dining platform, a romantic dining experience, the world's first underwater jet pack in collaboration with Cudajet, and premium, all-inclusive dining and beverage packages.

As an official lodging partner for the impending "Coral Festival 2023," Kaimoo Resorts and Hotels has partnered with the Maldives Coral Institute. The festival will take place at Seenu Hithadhoo on the campus of the Maldives University from April 28 to 30.International scientists and coral experts who are attending the festival will be lodging at Equator Village, a Kaimoo hotel in Gan. Equator Village, which is close to Addu's airport, provides first-rate housing, dining, and wellness services for both domestic and foreign visitors. The resort is conveniently located to explore Addu's distinctive natural beauty and unspoiled marine life.The coral festival will serve as a forum for environmentalists, local NGOs, government officials, and members of the public to discuss the nation's coral reefs and marine ecosystems in addition to coral experts.The three-day event will feature kid-friendly seminars, music, food from the South, vendors staffed by NGOs, games, and other activities. The festival is free to enter. The festival's last day will include a number of trips that highlight Addu's distinctive ecosystems.The Maldives Coral Institute previously hosted a coral festival at Kaafu Thulusdhoo in 2020 to honor Maldives coral life. This event brought together island residents, scientists, NGOs, environmentalists, and ocean specialists.Manih Mohamed, managing director of Kaimoo, stated that the company "strongly believes that protecting our beautiful coral reefs is crucial in ensuring our future." For this festival, we are collaborating with the Coral Institute in order to raise as much awareness as possible about the need to protect our beautiful reefs.On all of its estates, Kaimoo carries out a number of conservation and sustainability activities. As part of the #ProtectMaldivesSeagrass project in 2019, Equator Village committed to preserving all of its existing seagrass beds, which together measure over 7,600 square meters. In addition, Kaimoo has completely phased out single-use plastics on all of its properties.Leading Maldivian tourist enterprise Kaimoo Resorts and Hotels was founded in 1979 and currently oversees five resorts throughout the nation. In addition to managing Equator Village, Kaimoo also oversees Summer Island Maldives, a beach resort popular with honeymooners and couples, and Embudu Village, a favorite of divers thanks to its proximity to the best diving locations in the Maldives.

This year's Earth Day, a day devoted to environmental action, occurs on Saturday, April 22. The goal of this holiday is to inspire people and organizations all over the world to think about how they can better protect the environment and educate themselves about pollution, wildlife, plants, and other living things.One of the Indian Ocean's greenest resorts, Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi, is well known for its dedication to sustainable business practices. The resort continuously increases its efforts to lessen its environmental impact while emphasizing the value of sustainability to its visitors, staff, and neighborhood residents.Several notable programs that promote awareness-building, waste reduction, and energy efficiency include:Water Desalination and Bottling Facility: The resort's own desalination facility provides the majority of the drinking water. The gratis water, which is provided in reusable glass bottles, helps to significantly reduce the amount of plastic trash.Reusable Fairmont Bottles: The resort has included reusable water bottles to its sustainability initiatives in order to keep visitors hydrated and do away with single-use plastic. Additionally, water dispensers are conveniently positioned at various points across the island so that visitors can fill their own reusable bottles.Chef's Garden: Among other things, the enthusiastic gardening staff is successful in growing lemongrass, aubergine, mint, chillies, curry leaves, onions, spinach, bananas, and pineapples.Compost System: The resort uses a cutting-edge compost system to transform food waste into organic compost for plant soil, reducing the need for disposal.The Marine Biology team leads visitors on guided snorkeling tours of the Coralarium where they may see the first semi-submerged art gallery in the world and the Maldives' first coral regeneration project, which is an artwork installation by British eco-artist Jason deCaires Taylor.Sea turtles and their natural environment are protected by the resort's Turtle Ranger Program, which it runs in conjunction with the Olive Ridley Project.Recycling Workshops at the Sustainability Lab: The group transforms ghost nets and plastic debris into custom souvenirs, unique furniture, and necessary supplies for nearby schools. The resort recycled 3,400 kg of plastic garbage in 2007.Involvement in international environmental campaigns like Earth Hour, Earth Day, Oceans Day, and Wildlife Day.Collaboration with Polestar: To offer environmentally friendly airport transportation for visitors, the resort has teamed up with the electric car company Polestar, which focuses on design.Solar Panels: The resort has solar panels installed to capture solar energy, significantly reducing carbon emissions. 15% of the property's daily energy needs are met by solar energy.Marine Life Presentations: All visitors are welcome to participate in a fun and educational session led by the Marine Biology team to learn more about the archipelago's pristine but vulnerable environment, as well as some interesting facts about turtles, dolphins, manta rays, sharks, coral reefs, and the resort's sustainability practices.Green Globe Certification: Due to its several remarkable sustainability initiatives, Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi is the first Fairmont hotel in the world to receive the coveted Green Globe Certification.

This summer, visitors to Reethi Beach Resort can indulge in a restorative lagoon swim before lunch or soak up the rays following a delectable high tea while viewing the Indian Ocean. The options are infinite in this tropical paradise, where the soothing lapping of the waves and the swaying of the coconut palms will soothe them.For visitors looking for a much-needed holiday in the Maldives, Reethi Beach Resorts offers the Ultimate Staycation package. Exclusive savings on longer vacations to their tropical paradise are included in the package. With this deal, visitors may spend as much time as they like lounging in the sun, swimming in clean seas, discovering gorgeous reefs, and snorkeling over vibrant coral gardens. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Reethi Beach Resort (@reethibeachresort) Reethi's Ultimate Staycation may be reserved NOW! And take advantage of some of the Maldives' best experiences while staying within your means for an impending low-cost luxury vacation.Package contains:• 45% savings for stays of at least 15 nights.• 10% off on activities involving motorized watersports• 15% off non-motorized watersports• 20 PCS of free laundry per weekValidity: • Offer is valid through October 31, 2023.

The Concierge Group Maldives has been chosen as the General Sales Agent (GSA) for Batik Air in the Maldives. The Concierge Group Maldives is famous for their proficiency in Cargo, Shipping, Logistics, and Travel & Tour services.With the forthcoming commencement of services from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, to Male, Maldives, Batik Air (formerly known as Malindo Air), an airline with a base in Malaysia, stated that all bookings are now open for sale. Concierge Group Maldives, the airline's GSA, will manage sales, reservations, and ticketing services in the Maldives. Additional 3x weekly direct services will start on June 23, 2023, along with the 7x weekly operations, which will start on May 12, 2023, via Colombo, Sri Lanka.Batik Air is providing a special all-inclusive Economy Class promotional price from Male to  Kuala Lumpur and back at USD459. Furthermore, Batik Air will offer a special all-inclusive Return Economy Class Promotional Fare of USD289 for passengers flying from Male to Colombo and back.The rates include a complimentary checked baggage limit of 20kg, and meals can be pre-purchased, whilst business class provides a baggage allowance of up to 40kg. Batik Air also sells meals and beverages on all flights. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Batik Air Malaysia (@malindoair) The Maldives' aircraft are Boeing 737-8 and 737-800NG, which are dual-class configurations with 150 economy seats and 12 business class seats. Batik Air is a hybrid airline based at KLIA Main Terminal that offers seamless access to its extensive network, which includes Australia, China, all Indian subcontinent countries, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, ASEAN, and all significant Malaysian destinations. The high level of operations of Batik Air in the Asia Pacific region enables great connectivity via the KLIA Main Terminal hub.Passengers on Batik Air flights will appreciate the friendly hospitality, comfy 32-inch pitch seats, and in-flight entertainment available on some planes.

Ryszard Majewski has been named General Manager of The Standard Maldives, a five-star luxury resort in the Maldives. Ryszard has over two decades of experience in hospitality leadership positions, including managing challenging locations in the United States, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and Asia.Before joining The Standard Maldives, Ryszard had a break and worked in private. He also worked with FLC as a Cluster General Manager in Quy Nhon, Vietnam, where he was in charge of the resort's overall operations, including pre-opening construction and ongoing improvements.Ryszard has also worked for Optimum Hospitality as an Asset Manager Consultant and at iSanook Resort & Suites in Thailand as an Asset Manager. He has provided helpful advise on maximizing income, occupancy, and guest pleasure while establishing structures, SOPs, food and beverage menu engineering, branding, marketing, and sales strategies, and maintaining high standards in these roles.Ryszard has also held leadership positions as a Cluster General Manager for Olhuveli Beach and Spa Maldives and as a General Manager for Kurumba, Maldives.Ryszard has garnered multiple distinctions throughout his career, including TripAdvisor's coveted No. 1 All-Inclusive Resort in Asia and No. 10 All-Inclusive Resort Worldwide awards, as well as Booking.com's Elite Emerald award for the highest revenue contribution. Ryszard's appointment is a good development for The Standard Maldives, since he has a proven track record of maximizing occupancy and income, adopting successful marketing and sales tactics, and maintaining high standards.

Patina Hotels & Resorts, Capella Hotel Group's newest hospitality concept, is taking pioneering measures toward sustainability with its first flagship hotel, Patina Maldives, Fari Islands. The brand is devoted to renewable energy and intends to grow its solar plant to provide 50% of the resort's energy needs for food and beverage by 2030 and beyond. It also intends to invest in long-term blue carbon partnerships and to install solar panels on beach and water villas.The resort also focuses on coral propagation and is collaborating with Kevala Ceramics to create handcrafted ceramic frames as a natural alternative to other commonly used materials. Patina's marine biologist, Oshin Christopher, and guests worked together to create 40 coral frames and 30 ceramic structures, as well as plant 1,500 fragment corals into the house reef. Patina's dedication to sustainability and focus on creating a brighter future for the hospitality sector is reflected in these efforts.Capella Hotel Group has made tremendous efforts to reduce its environmental impact. In addition to its strategic cooperation with Earth Check, the leading scientific benchmarking certification and advising organisation for travel and tourism, Capella Hotel organisation has established Science Based Targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in accordance with the Paris Climate Agreement. Capella and Patina locations have developed several F&B sustainability efforts to assist sustainable food procurement, waste reduction, and other positive actions in order to meet these aims.Patina Hotel Group's commitment to promoting responsible tourism practices and decreasing its environmental effect acts as an inspiration to other hospitality organizations worldwide as the demand for eco-conscious options among modern travelers develops. Patina is setting a new benchmark in the industry and contributing to a more sustainable future by introducing sustainable practices like these."At Capella Hotel Group, we believe that sustainability is a fundamental principle that should guide our future decisions." "We are proud to practice these food and beverage sustainability initiatives on Earth Day and throughout the year as part of our commitment to reducing our environmental impact and promoting responsible tourism practices," says Cristiano Rinaldi, President of Capella Hotel Group. "We can create unique dining experiences while also supporting the communities in which we operate and protecting vulnerable ecosystems by sourcing sustainable ingredients from local suppliers."

During World Laughter Day, Sun Siyam Resorts understands how to put a smile on their guests' cheeks and enrich their bespoke programme of private-island experiences with outstanding comic performances by renowned stand-up comedians Ali Al Sayed, Mina Liccione, Amr Elassal, and Imah Dumagay.Laughter is the best medicine and undoubtedly draws people from all over the world together, thus to commemorate World Laughter Day this year, Siyam World Maldives has set the stage for a comedy performance by the incredible comic team Ali Al Sayed and Mina Liccione.Ali Al Sayed is a well-known comedian in the industry, and his lightning-quick wit and rapport with audiences have allowed him to perform in numerous shows on the iconic and historic Comic Strip Live in New York - Headlining in Caroline's on Broadway, performing in the Gotham Comedy Club, and performing in the New York American Arab Comedy Festival. Rolling Stones ME named him the "funniest person of the year," while Toastmasters USA named him the "most influential comedian of the year" in 2011. Mina Liccione is a New York-based award-winning performer, comedian, and Arts Professor. She has toured internationally and shared the stage with legendary stand-up comedians such as Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias, Michael Winslow, and Judah Friedlander. She can currently be seen on all three seasons of Comedy Central Arabia's & Comedy Central Presents...Stand-up TV Show, which airs Sunday nights on OSN.Mina received the prize for "Best One Woman Show" at the WOW Festival in San Francisco, was named one of the "Funniest People in 2012" by Rolling Stone Magazine, is a two-time nominee for "Best Female Personality" by Ahlan! Magazine, and was named "Most Inspiring Woman" in the UAE by Philly Arabia. View this post on Instagram A post shared by M I N A l Comedian (@minaliccione) On the night of World Laughter Day, Sun Siyam Olhuveli Maldives will host comedy pair Amr Elassal and Imah Dumagay for a joyful and comedic celebration.Amr Elassal resolved to take over the comedy scene and hasn't looked back since. His humorous act and ability to connect with his audience by sharing his funny thoughts on the absurdity of everyday life have propelled him to fame. During the Dubai Comedy Festival 2022, Amr opened for globally known comedian and actress Luisa Omielan and shared the stage with Ahmed Ahmed. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Amr Elassal (@amr.elasal.9) Imah Dumagay is the GCC's first Filipina comic. She's a humorous force to be reckoned with, and she's been a fixture on the UAE comedy scene since 2018. An award-winning stand-up comic who abandoned the monotony of a 9-to-5 job to fully immerse himself in the world of comedy. With four full-length solo comedy shows under her belt, all of which were hosted at the famed The Theatre Mall of the Emirates, she is unquestionably a comic storm that will leave you on the floor laughing. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Imah | Stand-up comedian (@imahcomedy)