Business
Visit Maldives concludes live event with Singapore Airlines targeting South Korean market

Visit Maldives successfully concludes a destination marketing LIVE event with Singapore Airlines on Naver Live Shopping – South Korea’s one of the largest E-Commerce Websites. The event was held on 17th November 2021.
Singapore Airlines is well-known as a global leading premium airline, an innovative market leader with excellent service. SIA Group encompasses 3 airlines (Scoot, Silk Air, Singapore Airlines) and operates flights to and from 130 destinations in 36 countries.
Singapore Airlines is also one of the world’s most awarded airlines. The airline was selected as the World Best Airline from Skytrax in 2018, Best Airline in the World from TripAdvisor in 2019, and recently in 2021, Singapore Airlines ranked 34th among the top 50 companies from Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies.
Under this campaign images & videos of Maldives were promoted before and during the live broadcasting. The audience were also informed of the flight schedules between Maldives and South Korea via Singapore Airlines to further encourage live sales of flight tickets.
The purpose of this event was to create brand and connectivity awareness among South Korean travellers, to build optimism, and keep the Maldives a top-of-mind destination for the upcoming holiday season. The resorts that were promoted during the Live include Taj Exotica Resort and Spa and Crossroads Maldives SAii Lagoon.
The activities of this campaign included social media posts and videos on Naver Marketing Channels and the display of participating properties on the landing page of Naver Travel, a dedicated website for honeymooners and couples.
This campaign is held in line with Visit Maldives’ marketing strategy for the South Korean Market, aiming to promote the destination as a safe haven for South Korean tourists. The campaign also provided a great opportunity to build a strategic business partnership with Singapore Air to capture the pent-up honeymoon demand in the 4th quarter of 2021 after achieving 70% of vaccinations in Korea.
This was a necessary step to revitalise the direct travel market from Korea to the Maldives by joining hands with one of the leading global Airlines, which will most likely affect other airlines to consider resuming flight to MLE in alignment with recovering demand, and to maximise the market size to create a boom for the Maldives.
So far this year we have held several activities targeting this market, including social media campaigns and physical fairs with honeymoon agencies, print and online adverts on travel magazines, out of home campaigns portraying the Maldives in different areas, and virtual webinars targeting South Korea travel trade.
Upcoming activities for the Korean market by Visit Maldives include social media campaigns with online travel agencies.
Business
Dubai Chocolate Brownies in Maldives: BBM, Dreidoppel conclude pastry tour

BBM’s exclusive Dreidoppel Demo Tour, led by Master Pâtissier Frankie Robin, concluded successfully on Apr 30th, after a 10-day pastry training series across 15 leading Maldivian resorts that requested the training. Two city bakeries were also trained on the 30th. The initiative brought together global expertise and a strong commitment to raising pastry standards in the local hospitality industry.
This year’s sessions focused on practical pastry solutions using Dreidoppel’s premium ingredient range to create Panettone, Dubai chocolate brownies, Mousses, Crème Brûlée, Fill & Gloss applications, and Caramel Chocolate Snacks.

A standout feature of the tour was the passion shown by young chefs across the islands.
Chef Frankie Robin remarked, “What truly impressed me was how prepared and passionate the young chefs were. Their eagerness to learn, experiment, and take their skills to world-class standards made every session an absolute joy.”

Grounded in real kitchen challenges—speed, flavour, and efficiency—Chef Frankie’s demos showcased how smart ingredient choices can drive both creativity and performance.
A.V.S. Subrahmanyam, Chief Operating Officer at BBM, added, “At BBM, we believe in more than just supplying ingredients—we are committed to the professional growth of the industry. Collaborations like this empower culinary teams with global techniques and greater confidence.”
The tour reflects BBM’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the Maldivian foodservice industry through knowledge-sharing and access to world-class products.
Business
BBM brings Vaseline, Hellmann’s, BRU Coffee to Maldives market

Bestbuy Maldives (BBM) extended their strong and decades old partnership with Unilever International, by adding to their brand portfolio – Vaseline, Hellmann’s, and BRU Coffee for the Maldivian market.
The collaboration was announced at a Business gathering held at the Manhattan Business Hotel, attended by over 300 trade partners from across Maldives.

With this partnership, BBM strengthens its retail offerings across the Maldives archipelago. Vaseline, a trusted name in skincare, and Hellmann’s, known globally for quality food products, will now be available through BBM’s distribution network.
“Vaseline is a name that generations trust for skin care. And Hellmann’s is a global icon in flavours. We’re proud to bring both to shelves across the Maldives and enrich everyday living for our customers,” said Muksith Hussain, Business Head – Retail.
In the hospitality sector, BBM introduces Bru Coffee as an addition to its HORECA (Hotel, Restaurant, Café) offerings. BRU Coffee provides a quality beverage option for hotels, resorts, and restaurants across the Maldives.

“BRU is one of the most loved coffee brands in the region. With this launch, we’re giving our hospitality partners a versatile product that delivers on both taste and reliability that can be consumed as a beverage and for the purpose of dessert preparation, something they can serve with confidence,” said Hisham Girsy, Business Head – HORECA.
The gathering served as a platform for BBM to engage with its valued trade partners and introduce these new brands to the market.
A.V.S Subrahmanyam, Chief Operating Officer at BBM, remarked: “BBM is built on relationships. This event reflects our commitment to not just introduce great products but to support, connect, and elevate our trade partners. We’re in this together, and the journey ahead is promising.”

As BBM continues to grow its portfolio and global partnerships, the focus remains clear delivering excellence, building trust, and shaping the future of trade in the Maldives.
Bestbuy Maldives (BBM) is a leading distribution company in the Maldives, connecting international brands with local businesses across retail and hospitality sectors. With a customer-focused approach and extensive distribution network, BBM continues to be a trusted partner in the Maldivian market.
Business
Redefining corporate retreats at Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives

MICE travel is undergoing a sea change—quite literally. No longer limited to traditional conference rooms and structured schedules, Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Events (MICE) are now about creating moments that inspire, rejuvenate, and bring teams closer together. At Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives, the boundaries between business and leisure blur, offering a setting that transforms work into a pleasure.

Just a 20-minute speedboat ride from Malé, Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives is the ideal destination for teams looking to escape the expected. Here, brainstorming sessions take place on powder-soft beaches, where the rhythmic waves set the pace for new ideas. Mornings might begin with yoga by the ocean, followed by strategy meetings in open-air pavilions. Afternoons invite collaborative workshops under swaying palms or team-building activities that include snorkelling, paddleboarding, or even a friendly beach volleyball match.

Dining at Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives elevates every corporate event with fresh, sea-to-table cuisine, designed to fuel both body and mind. From curated group dinners under star-streaked skies to themed private banquets, every meal becomes an experience in itself. For those looking to celebrate milestones or reward top performers, the resort’s scenic locations offer the perfect backdrop for gala evenings or intimate cocktail gatherings.

Accommodation blends comfort with elegance, offering ocean-view suites and beachside retreats that allow participants to rest, recharge, and return with a fresh perspective. Despite the remote charm, connectivity is never an issue—seamless Wi-Fi and business-friendly amenities ensure that productivity doesn’t pause, even in paradise.

Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives turns corporate travel into something memorable. Whether it’s a leadership retreat, a high-level conference, or an incentive escape, the resort offers a canvas for events that leave lasting impressions. Here, business goals are pursued in harmony with nature, creativity flows effortlessly, and the line between work and well-being fades.
Let your next MICE experience be more than a meeting—make it a journey worth sharing.
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