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Dusit Thani Wins Favourite ‘Hotel Or Resort For Families’ Award

Beach villa with a pool looking into a white sandy beach and surrounded with green lush trees at Duist Thani Maldives
Dusit Thani awarded ‘Favourite Hotel or Resort for Families’ in the Condé Nast Traveller Middle East Readers’ Choice Awards 2016.

Dusit Thani Maldives on Mudhdhoo Island in Baa Atoll – the Maldives’ first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve – was recently awarded ‘Favourite Hotel or Resort for Families’ in the Condé Nast Traveller Middle East Readers’ Choice Awards 2016.

Operated by luxury travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler, which prints regional editions in Europe, USA, Asia and the Middle East. The annual Readers’ Choice Awards was established in 1987 and today, it is one of the most esteemed programmes recognized in hospitality excellence. More than 300,000 international readers cast their votes online this year, resulting in a list of the world’s finest travel experiences.

Dedicated to readers in the Middle East, the Condé Nast Traveller Middle East Readers’ Choice Awards featured 21 categories this year. Voting opened earlier in the year and winners were officially announced at a gala dinner held on 14th November 2016 at the Park Hyatt Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Dusit Thani Maldives comprises 94 villas and residences, along with three restaurants, two bars, and Dusit’s signature Devarana Spa. The resort is ocated just 35 minutes by seaplane from the capital city, Malé, followed by a 10-minute speedboat ride from Dharavandhoo Domestic Airport in Baa Atoll. The resort is surrounded by a vibrant house reef, soft sandy beaches and a turquoise lagoon. A well-equipped Kids’ Club is an appealing factor to the resort’s guests who travel with children.

“We are extremely proud to win this prestigious award which recognizes the quality of the resort’s luxury accommodation and distinctive services,” said Mr Lim Boon Kwee, Chief Operating Officer of Dusit International, the Bangkok-based, global hospitality company which owns and operates Dusit Thani Maldives. “From our gracious, Thai-inspired hospitality, to our well-appointed rooms and esteemed dining experiences, we do everything we can to create memorable guest experiences. And we are delighted to know we are getting it right.”

The Condé Nast Traveller Middle East Readers’ Choice Award caps a successful year for the resort. Along with other accolades received such as; Gold Magellan Award, Luxury Resort Category – 2016 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards, Luxury Modern Resort of the Year 2016 – Luxury Travel Guide Global Awards 2016 and Asia’s Top Leisure Hotel – Now Travel Asia Awards 2016.

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Canareef Resort Maldives Welcomes Leandra Worrell Carrington as Assistant Training Manager

Canareef Resort Maldives announces Leandra Worrell Carrington as Assistant Training Manager

Canareef Resort Maldives has appointed Leandra Worrell-Carrington as its new Assistant Training Manager, effective September 2024. This appointment marks a significant step for the resort as it strengthens its internal operations and improves the overall guest experience by incorporating innovative training methods and fresh perspectives.

A Strong Academic and Professional Background

Leandra joins Canareef with a strong academic background and a diverse career in the hospitality industry. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Hotel Management from the University of the West Indies, as well as a Master’s in International Hospitality Management from the University of Derby. These qualifications, combined with her professional journey, make her a well-rounded addition to the resort’s leadership team.

Throughout her career, Leandra has excelled in various roles, including Accounts, Food and Beverage, Housekeeping, and passenger services in the airline industry. Since 2019, however, she has focused on Training and Development, working with some of the most well-known brands in hospitality, including The Palace Hotel Buxton, Sandals Royal Barbados, CROSSROADS Maldives, Soneva Jani, Royalton Grenada, and Six Senses La Sagesse.

Fostering Growth and Empowerment at Canareef

In her new role, Leandra aims to foster an environment of inclusivity and empowerment, where team members feel encouraged to learn, grow, and contribute to the resort’s success. “My primary goal is to create a warm and inclusive environment where each team member feels empowered to grow and contribute to our collective success,” she shared. Furthermore, her passion for professional growth also drives her to pursue the CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic Learning & Development.

For Canareef Resort Maldives, this strategic appointment represents an investment in its workforce, aiming to elevate both guest satisfaction and operational performance. With Leandra’s extensive experience in enhancing workplace culture and operational efficiency, the resort is confident that she will drive meaningful change and uphold its commitment to excellence.

As Canareef Resort Maldives continues to establish itself as one of the Maldives’ premier destinations, the resort’s addition of Leandra highlights its commitment to investing in its people, nurturing talent, and consistently raising the standards of tropical hospitality. Consequently, this move solidifies their vision for long-term success and growth in the industry.

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