ASIA – Dusit International celebrated the opening of its flagship resort, the Dusit Thani Maldives, in a ceremony that saw His Excellency Mohammed Waheed Hassan Manik, the President of the Republic of Maldives, and First Lady, Madam Illham Hussain, as the guests of honour. Also in attendance was Ahmed Abdul Ghafoor, the Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture.
“The Republic of the Maldives will not only benefit from economic gains and job creation as a result of Dusit International’s investment, but equally, if not more important, is the legacy afforded by the education opportunities that Dusit International will introduce to this country,” said Manik. “The group has created a blue print to develop its well established hospitality college in the Maldives.”
Located on Mudhdhoo Island in Baa Atoll, Dusit Thani Maldives is 35 minutes by seaplane from the capital Male and 10 minutes away by speed boat from the new domestic airport opening in late 2012.
“It is a natural environment and we are working to set standards for sustainability,” said General Manager, Desmond Hatton. “Our entire operation is geared towards achieving a carbon-neutral programme using green energy solutions.”
Dusit Thani Maldives offers 100 guest villas and residences as well as three restaurants, two bars and Dusit’s signature Devarana Spa.
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