# The Maldives Resort Playbook 2025
A comprehensive guide to operational excellence, guest experience innovation, and smart technology integration for luxury resorts in the Maldives.
## 1. The State of Play
- ADR and occupancy are stabilizing post-COVID.
- Travelers demand more from less—experience over volume.
## 2. Guests Want Seamless Luxury
- Personalization is now hygiene.
- Tech-enhanced convenience matters more than gold faucets.
## 3. Operational Agility is Key
- Smarter scheduling, AI staff planning, and digital procurement are taking over.
- Energy optimization lowers cost and impresses guests.
## 4. The Tech Toolkit
- AI concierge, real-time revenue tools, smart villa features.
- Not gimmicks—tools that serve both guest and team.
## 5. Best Practice Case Studies
- *Island One*: Reduced staff workload by 20% via smart-room automation.
- *Island Two*: Increased repeat bookings by 18% after personalization upgrade.
## 6. Your 2025 Action Roadmap
- Choose 2 tech pilots and 1 sustainability initiative per quarter.
- Train your mid-managers to lead cultural shifts.
*Download the full Playbook PDF or book a 1:1 strategy call with Regale.*