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As a little boy growing up without electricity on a Maldivian island 25 minutes away by speedboat from the resort where he now works, Ali Shameem discovered the wonders of the sky that would change his life.
When he was 12 years old, the lack of city lights polluting the air and by using firewood with kerosene to walk around in Maalhos, his home island of 300 people, allowed him to see the night sky in all its magnificence, Shameem said.
Rosé-all-day : Why it’s time to get serious about this fun wine Founder, Bacchus & Brodie
Spring is in the air, terraces have opened up and despite what the rain gods may think, rosé season is upon us! But what is a rosé? And why are red and white wines defined by grape or region like Cabernet Sauvignons or Chablis, yet we lump all rosés together under that one umbrella term?
Actually, I don’t know why we do that, but it is useful to know that rosés are made from a whole range of grapes, grown in different regions and climates all over the world and using a range of winemaking techniques, meaning there is real variety and wine-diversity under this pink blanket.
Avani Hotels Honours Earth Day with Sustainable Well-being Initiatives
Since embarking on the sustainability journey with a pledge to eliminate plastic straws, Avani Hotels (www.avanihotels.com) has been committed to implementing eco-conscious initiatives focused on preserving the planet for future generations. In celebration of Earth Day on 22 April 2021, the brand shares select Sustainable Well-being stories from its properties worldwide.
Reducing plasticIn 2018, Avani Hotels introduced a ban on plastic straws, which today extends to all its 33 properties worldwide. Instead, paper, bamboo or other materials that reduce landfill waste are prioritised, alongside embracing other sustainable practices such as zero waste food management. Avani+ Samui Resort (www.avanihotels.com/samui) took the initiative one step further by phasing out plastic packaging completely and opting for reusable materials for its picnic boxes and bottled water. At Avani+ Luang Prabang Hotel, recycled tree bar
Relais & Chateaux launches Villas By Relais & Chateaux : Fully Customizable Service
The launch defines how excellent service can be delivered outside hotels with a human touch
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Villa des Orangers, Marrakech, MOROCCO Photo: Relais & Chateaux
A portfolio of over 500 villas today sets a new standard in customizable personal service, presented in refined accommodation that promises space and seclusion outside of a hotel setting. The collection, which has been carefully curated to adhere to the wider hospitality values of Relais & Châteaux, reflects changing consumer attitudes due to the pandemic, fulfilling pent-up demand for travel while ensuring guests feel safe and confident to travel in today s settings.