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Komandoo Reopens After Renovation

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Maldives Promotion House – Komandoo Maldive Island Resort has successfully reopened after two months of extensive refurbishment and upgrading from May and June 2012.  The resort proudly received its first guests on July 05th, 2012 after the total refurbishment.

The owners of the resort have once again adopted the time tested tradition of being guided by guest feedback, and their constantly changing expectations during their holiday in a destination like the Maldives.

The resort offers 65 villas in three categories – 14 Beach Villas along the western beach of the island, 36 Jacuzzi Beach Villas on the eastern beach and a part on the western beach, 15 Jacuzzi Water Villas arching around the southern end of the island.  Each of them is independent well-appointed villas spaced adequately to provide privacy.

This opportunity was taken to refurbish all the villas when the resort was closed for refurbishment with additional facilities.  Beginning with the new entrance glass doors to the black granite vanity counters inlaid with twin wash basins and a walk in rain shower, they have added a new range of luxury to villas.

Falhu, the main restaurant and Aqua fine dining restaurant offer dining options compliment each other with two unique concepts.  Aqua built over water has tables on the deck and serves multinational cuisine.

Falhu has a new image altogether after being refurbished.  The deck over the water has been extended around the restaurant.  A longer live cooking station with four chefs who serve an ideal cuisine on to plate right out of the oven, and the buffet counters are stretched all along the entire length of one side of the restaurant adding a lot more space for a wider buffet spread to choose from.

The guests of Komandoo have two bars to enjoy – Thundi Bar, located at the southwestern edge of the island is a beach bar quenching the thirst of our guests from mid day to sunset; while the Kandu Bar at the northeaster side of the resort is the main bar.  Kandu bar has a sunken counter with water cascading over lava stone tiles behind the display shelves, a vision that transcends mind and thoughts to a peaceful ambiance.

One of the major development during the this refurbishment is the addition of an infinity swimming pool inlaid with tiles that resemble the colours of the sand around the pool, causing a breathtaking illusion of the pool stretching out to the infinite boundaries of the horizon.  The 1.4 meter deep, 260 cubic meter pool is embedded into a raised wooden deck adjoining the Kandu Bar, which has also received new comfortable lounge chairs, at the north eastern edge of the island.  Set amidst tropical vegetation on one side, the pool has the mesmerizing endless view of the vastness of Indian Ocean, only dotted with deserted islands in far distances.  Can paradise have a different definition!

Within a radius of 30 minutes boat ride around Komandoo are about 45 dive sites.  Maldives being a nation with 99% ocean, diving is a unique feature of Maldivian tourism. ProDivers support us with their dive center professionally manned and operated with four dive instructors.  They also are 5 star PADI training center offering a wide range of diving courses.

Maldives attracts also, in the recent past, a large number of honeymooners and special occasion holidaymakers.  Spa is a very sought after facility among these visitors with tender and warm hearts. Duniye Spa operates a facility that caters to this segment of unique guests extremely well.  In the recent refurbishment, the entrance and welcome lounge of the spa has received a total facelift with textured new colours on the walls that, when combined with the new water feature, effectively intensifies the rejuvenating tranquility.

The resort further features a newly built fully air-conditioned indoor gymnasium equipped with state of art Life Fitness topline equipment.  The body tone up range comprises of cardio treadmill, bicycle, multi-machine and weights.

The island as a whole has received a new facelift with plentiful new coconut palms and improved land scape adding enriched colours of vegetation right around the resort in the recent refurbishment.  The fragrance of tropical nature is now richer in the air.

Summing up, Komandoo Maldive Island Resort is vibrant with new image offering a whole new level of holiday experience to the guests.  The impressions of the first guests on the resort are gratifying to note the changes are very well accepted and appreciated.  ‘We are very confident that the efforts that we have put in developing the all new image of the resort would fulfill our intentions of providing our guests with a holiday experience that would yet be very uniquely Komandoo, a holiday experience they would crave to repeat year after year, over and over again’ commented Filip Petre from the Management.

 

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Constance Hotels & Resorts Honors Manjoola Dowlutrao’s 20-Year Career Journey

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Constance Hotels & Resorts celebrates the dedication and excellence of Manjoola Dowlutrao, recognizing her remarkable 20-year journey within the group.

Dowlutrao’s story began in 2001 as part of the inaugural class of the Constance Academy’s Management Training Program. This experience launched an exceptional career within the prestigious hotel group.

Starting at Constance Lemuria Seychelles as a Reservations Supervisor, Dowlutrao has consistently demonstrated exceptional growth and leadership. Her path led her to Constance Prince Maurice in Mauritius, where she spent two decades honing her skills. She rose from Sales/Guest Relations Manager to Executive Assistant Manager, embodying a true commitment to providing exceptional hospitality experiences.

Dowlutrao’s recent appointment as Executive Assistant Manager in the Maldives signifies both her valuable contributions and the confidence Constance Hotels & Resorts holds in her abilities. Her career trajectory exemplifies the supportive and empowering environment the group fosters, encouraging individuals to excel and assume leadership roles within the luxury hospitality industry.

Manjoola’s remarkable journey across Constance’s esteemed properties in Seychelles, Mauritius, and now the Maldives, stands as a testament to her vast knowledge and her dedication to enhancing the guest experience over the years.

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Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas Welcomes Award-Winning Joachim Textor as New Executive Chef

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Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas has announced the appointment of Joachim Textor as the luxury resort’s new executive chef. With over 40 years of experience in delivering premium culinary services around the world, Chef Joachim is now ready to bring his exciting new variety of innovative dining experiences to the resort’s discerning guests.

A native of Germany, Chef Joachim Textor began his illustrious career as a cook at various world-class hotels in Switzerland. After honing his skills at the Hilton in Basel, the Park Hotel in Vitznau and the Hyatt Hotel in Montreux, he decided to expand his culinary repertoire by exploring the tastes and cuisines of the world. Across 42 years of travelling, his amazing culinary journey has taken him to 93 countries and countless five-star kitchens across the planet.

Chef Joachim’s incredible journey of gastronomic discovery has led him to gain invaluable experience as an executive chef in some of the world’s most prestigious hotel chains, including The Peninsula Hotels, InterContinental, Hilton, Mandarin Oriental, Shangri-La, and Hyatt. He has received critically acclaimed awards and was also the Opening Executive Chef of Anantara Dubai Palm where he spearheaded the opening of the resort’s signature restaurants and dining experiences back in 2013.

Regarded as one of the most pioneering chefs in the industry, Chef Joachim has also opened multiple award-winning hotels and dozens of restaurants in both the Middle East and the Far East, while he has also cooked for a number of famous politicians, Hollywood celebrities, and royalty all over the world. His past assignments include the G12 Asian Summit Conference in Busan, where he cooked for such prestigious world leaders as George W. Bush, Angela Merkel and Li Peng.

A positive and cheerful personality with an energetic passion for innovation in his creations, Chef Joachim is now set for the next adventure in his culinary journey. Still as hungry to learn and explore as ever, Chef Joachim will bring phenomenal dining experiences for gastronomes at Anantara Kihavah with a number of new innovations already planned. Sharing the knowledge he has accumulated through his travels across six continents, Chef Joachim will also act as a mentor for budding young cooks, introducing his repertoire of world cuisines to the next generation of aspiring gastronomic innovators. In Chef Joachim’s own words, “The best is yet to come. Life is a journey and not a destination; travel it safe and well.”

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JOALI Appoints Özgür Cengiz as Global Wellness Development Director

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JOALI, the luxury hospitality and lifestyle brand, has announced the appointment of Özgür Cengiz as its Tourism Group Global Wellness Development Director, effective February 15th, 2024.

Cengiz brings over 20 years of experience in the hospitality and wellness industry. His career began with the opening team of Turkey’s first wellness resort, Richmond Nua Wellness, followed by leadership roles at Jumeirah in Azerbaijan and One&Only Reethi Rah in the Maldives.

In 2016, Cengiz joined JOALI as the Resort Manager for JOALI Maldives, the brand’s first art-immersive resort. He then played a pivotal role in establishing JOALI BEING, the Maldives’ first wellbeing island, as its General Manager.

Under Cengiz’s leadership, JOALI BEING garnered global recognition as a leading wellness destination. He is credited with creating the unique concept, curating a team of specialists, and introducing a diverse range of treatments – solidifying JOALI’s position as a wellness powerhouse.

Cengiz’s dedication extends beyond JOALI. He served as the Maldivian ambassador for Global Wellness Day for seven years, is a respected speaker in international wellness forums, and judges the Global Spa & Wellness Awards. His innovative approach and solution-oriented mindset have earned him widespread respect within the industry.

Hakan Öztürk, Tourism Group Managing Director of Gürok Group (JOALI’s parent company), commented on the appointment, stating that Cengiz’s “extensive knowledge and passion will truly redefine the wellness offerings for the brand from a broader perspective” as JOALI expands its portfolio.

In his new role, Cengiz will oversee the wellness strategy for the entire Gürok Tourism Group, encompassing innovative activations, expansion plans, and strategic development for both JOALI BEING and JOALI BEING Cure.

Cengiz’s appointment strengthens JOALI’s commitment to providing exceptional wellness experiences and signifies their continued dedication to pushing boundaries within the industry.

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