Olhuveli Beach & Spa Maldives has appointed Mohamed Afeef as its new Director of Operations.
Afeef, who joins Olhuveli from his most recent role as Director of Guest Experience at Fushifaru Maldives, will manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of Olhuveli and lead the resort to its goals for the future.
“We are pleased to announce that our search for a new Director of Operations has been a success. We are very excited to have Afeef with us,” Ahmed Rifau, the Resident Manager at Olhuveli, said.
With over two decades of experience in the local hospitality industry, Afeef has a proven track record of success in motivating and managing staff along with developing and following best practices in hospitality. He has held top positions in guest relations and front office department of renowned local resorts such Bandos Maldives and Conrad Maldives Rangali Island.
Set in the turquoise heart of the Indian Ocean that is the Maldives, Olhuveli is situated at the tip of South Male Atoll, accessible by a 45-minute exhilarating speedboat transfer from the main Velana International Airport.
Beautifully designed villas stand over turquoise waters, fusing modern flair with traditional architecture, white sandy beaches giving way to endless sea views that stretch for miles. It is truly a place where mind and body can relax, the senses can be invigorated and spirit will feel soothed.
At Olhuveli, a myriad of facilities and leisure activities is provided to suit all needs and desires. The Sun Spa boast eight secluded and private spa pavilions along with steam room, sauna, hydrotherapy, a spa boutique as well as a beauty salon. The PADI/SSI diamond dive centre is fully equipped to serve even the most professional diver with a multi-lingual team of experienced and friendly instructors. A wide range of water sports are also available including kite surfing as well as varieties of land sports and off-island excursions for a well deserved break.
Olhuveli is part of local resort chain Sun Siyam Resorts, which has a portfolio of boutique luxury resorts in the Maldives and Sri Lanka, including The Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Maldives, Sun Aqua Vilu Reef Maldives and the newly opened Sun Aqua Iru Veli in the Maldives, and Sun Aqua Pasikudah in Sri Lanka.