Maldives Uncovered: The Sunny Side Podcast

Send us Fan Mail We sit down with Shizna “Shizu” Ahmed, a Maldivian resident astronomer, to talk about how stargazing in the Maldives turns science into a deeply human kind of luxury. We dig into women in unconventional tourism roles, the power of dark skies, and why curiosity and wonder can future-proof travel. • Shizu’s path into astronomy and how it fits inside resort hospitality • Why the Mald...

Send us Fan Mail Ahmed Asim , a Maldivian hospitality professional, shares his journey from working in luxury resorts in the Maldives to becoming a General Manager at Anantara Rasananda in Thailand . With years of international experience, he offers unique insights on the value of global exposure for Maldivian tourism professionals and the future development of local talent in the industry. • Star...

Send us Fan Mail The latest episode features Ashfaq Ashique, an experienced Revenue, E-commerce and Distribution Specialist who shares his deep insights into the evolving landscape of tourism in the Maldives. The conversation highlights the importance of adaptive strategies, technology's pivotal role, and how to resonate with diverse vacationing demographics.  • Exploration of Ashique's...

Send us Fan Mail The podcast episode explores the unique challenges and opportunities present in the Maldives tourism industry through the lens of Marc Reader's extensive career. Insights into the importance of local culture, environmental sustainability, and effective leadership reflect the complexities and responsibilities associated with developing tourism in this iconic destination.  • Ma...

Send us Fan Mail In this Episode you will hear a panel discussion among industry experts on the topic of balancing tourism growth and sustainability in the Maldives. The discussion delved into the balance between tourism growth and sustainability, exploring diverse perspectives and solutions from these seasoned professionals. Their collective insights underscored the importance of integrating sust...

Send us Fan Mail In this Episode, Destination Future (NGO) Co-Founders Abdulla Nabeel and Nuaas Mohamed are joined by Mark Eletr , the General Manager of Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma, as we explore the unspoken topics of the island tourism. Connect with Destination Future: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/destinationfuture/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/destinationfuture  Instagram:...

Send us Fan Mail In this Episode, Destination Future (NGO) Co-founders Abdulla Nabeel and Amjad Thaufeeg are joined by  Mark Hehir , a distinguished industry leader and long-time General Manager of some of the top resorts in the Maldives, to discuss tourism marketing, sustainable development, leadership and local talent.  Connect with Destination Future: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how the Maldives continues to captivate travelers from around the world? Discover the secrets behind this tropical paradise's timeless appeal in our latest episode of The Sunny Side Podcast by Destination Future. We promise you'll gain exclusive insights from top industry leaders who reveal the latest trends, sustainable practices, and technological advance...