CROSSROADS, a deeply sustainable development owned by Thailand’s Singha Estate, will encompass nine idyllic islands fringing the Emboodhoo Lagoon in the South Male Atoll, three of which will be used as the first phase of the project encompassing two resorts and The Marina @CROSSROADS, an 800-m lifestyle area and beach walk featuring retail, entertainment and dining outlets.

Swiss hospitality expert Martin van der Reijden has been named as general manager of SAii Lagoon Maldives, a lifestyle resort created for couples, families and friends in search of a playful destination getaway. He is also vice president of Operations for CROSSROADS Maldives.

20-year hotel industry veteran Tolga Unan has been appointed general manager of Hard Rock Hotel Maldives, the first Maldivian outpost of the world-famous music-themed resort brand. Both world-class resorts are scheduled to welcome their first guests in summer 2019.