About Us

We are passionate about creating unforgettable guest experiences, celebrating the soul of every destination, and protecting the natural world. We are collaborators, building bridges with communities, businesses, and stakeholders to foster growth, respect, and cultural preservation. Guided by creativity and adaptability, we thrive in the ever-changing hospitality landscape. We prioritize the well-being of our guests, colleagues, and partners alike, fostering a culture of respect, empathy, and support. Our commitment to excellence, sustainability, and authenticity defines who we are, inspiring connections that resonate deeply and leave a lasting legacy. We craft stories that transcend the ordinary, inspiring a legacy of cherished memories and enriched lives.

What Sets Us Apart

We bring decades of expertise in managing luxury properties, delivering operational and financial success through tailored management strategies. We combine a global perspective with local insights to create culturally rich guest experiences while integrating sustainable practices to protect natural and cultural heritage. We leverage industry trends and data to drive strategic decisions, fostering success and innovative approaches. We cultivate strong collaborations with industry leaders and actively participate in international travel events to enhance brand presence and drive mutual success.

Over 20 Years of Experience

From luxury real estate development to operational management, our portfolio reflects a deep understanding of what it takes to create exceptional guest experiences. Saltwater Hotels and Resorts continues to push boundaries, ensuring every project we undertake is a testament to our unwavering commitment to quality and innovation. This journey is just the beginning. As we expand our horizons, we remain dedicated to crafting properties that inspire and create lasting memories.

Specializations

Lifestyle Integration

Combining elements of lifestyle, leisure, culture, heritage, wellness, and well-being in our properties and services.

Brand Standards

Defining and maintaining brand standards, design concepts, and guest experiences.

Sustainable Practices

Implementing eco-friendly initiatives and supporting local communities.

Sectors Served

Luxury Real Estate
Hospitality
Tourism
Restaurant and Club Management

Leadership

Current Responsibilities

Ahmed Hamza is currently a Director of Saltwater Hotels and Resorts, where he is responsible for overseeing finance, sales, and revenue management. In this role, he develops and implements financial strategies to optimize the company’s profitability and growth. Hamza is also in charge of sales operations, where he formulates and executes sales plans, builds partnerships, and expands maximizing the company’s revenue potential. His expertise ensures that Saltwater Hotels and Resorts operates efficiently, achieves its financial goals, and maintains a strong competitive edge in the industry.

Experience

Hamza has extensive experience in the tourism and hospitality sectors especially running AAA Hotels and Resorts, focusing on improving efficiency, productivity, and profitability through innovative financial strategies and sales processes. He has held significant roles in key organizations, including serving as Treasurer and Vice Chairman of PATA Maldives, where he played a crucial role in promoting tourism and managing financial operations.

His legal expertise has been instrumental in navigating regulatory landscapes within the tourism industry. During his tenure in the Maldives Parliament from 2005 to 2013, he actively participated in legislative processes, chaired numerous committees, and contributed to drafting significant laws, including the current penal code of the Maldives. He also served on the Financial & Budgetary Committee and the Judicial Service Commission, further enhancing his governance and regulatory experience.

Education and Affiliations

Hamza holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in International Maritime Law from the International Maritime Law Institute, Malta, and a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from the International Islamic University, Malaysia. His academic background has provided him with a robust foundation in legal frameworks and legislative processes, essential for his roles in governance and strategic development.

Our Offices and Representation

Current Responsibilities

As a Director of Saltwater Hotels and Resorts, Jaish is responsible for expanding the company’s market presence, forming strategic partnerships, and spearheading marketing campaigns to attract and retain clients. Jaish identifies and pursues new business opportunities, negotiates contracts, and builds strong relationships with key stakeholders and partners within the tourism industry. Through his leadership, Saltwater Hotels and Resorts aims to achieve sustainable growth and maintain a robust presence in the travel and tourism sector.

Experience

Jaish began his career as an architect, specializing in developing concepts, designs, and managing projects in the hotel and resort sectors in the Maldives. His expertise later expanded to aviation, where he worked for Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) in developing airport planning and development projects, ultimately serving as Head of Projects, Operations and Facilities. Further he has decade long experience as a business development specializing acquisitions and transactions in the hospitality industry and has involved profoundly in operations and pre- opening of resorts in the Maldives. Currently also spearheading overseas operations for Travedise World Co. Pvt. Ltd.

His board-level experience spans several listed companies and state-owned enterprises (SOEs), including the Bank of Maldives, Maldives National Chamber of Commerce, and Central Utilities. He served as Chairman of the Housing Development Corporation (HDC) from August 2020 to November 2023. His governance roles are marked by progressive leadership, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to ethical standards, integrity, and transparency.

Education and Affiliations

Jaish’s academic credentials include an MBA in International Business and Finance from the University of South Queensland, Australia, and a first-class BSc (Hons) in Architecture from Nottingham Trent University, UK. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in strategic awareness and development, enabling him to drive successful resort projects and enhance revenue performance.

Current Responsibilities

As a Director of Saltwater Hotels and Resorts, Ashish is responsible for driving business expansion, forming strategic partnerships, and spearheading business development initiatives. His focus is on attracting flagship properties, retaining developer relationships, and exploring new business opportunities in the tourism-oriented real estate, hospitality, fractional business models, private resident clubs, and condo hotel developments.

Experience

Ashish brings over 25 years of diverse corporate experience spanning business development, hotel openings, operations, vacation ownership, and the banking & financial services sectors. A recognized leader in the global travel and hospitality industry, he is renowned for fostering business partnerships within the tourism sector. Ashish has held significant leadership roles in key organizations, including Director of Business Development for the India Subcontinent at RCI India, Wyndham Worldwide, where he leveraged his expertise to drive growth in hospitality and real estate. As the former Head of Institutional and Corporate Sales at American Express Services India Limited, he led major market acquisitions and expanded corporate sales channels. An ardent hotelier, Ashish was instrumental in launching prestigious properties such as JW Marriott and Leela Hotels & Resorts, with more than a decade of experience in establishing luxury hotels across key Indian markets. His leadership contributed to the significant presence of these brands in both business and leisure sectors. Under his leadership at Travedise World Co, company received the prestigious 2022 Business Excellence Award from CNBC Network, recognized as the fastest-growing vacation ownership exchange company in the leisure real estate market during the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic. His vision led to the curation of over 140 leisure hotels and resorts across 14 countries, fostering a community of 19,000 satisfied members.

Education and Affiliations

MBA in International Business Management – Institute of Finance and International Management, Bangalore, Commerce Graduate – Lucknow University. Ashish’s educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in strategic planning and business development, allowing him to lead successful hospitality ventures and drive revenue growth.

Current Responsibilities

Gregg is currently overseeing branding and synergy initiatives at Saltwater Hotels and Resorts. His responsibilities include aligning and integrating the various entities within Saltwater’s parent company. He is based at Saltwater’s US office in Orlando, Florida.

Experience

Gregg has a celebrated 40-year history of hospitality, resort real estate, and theme park experience and has overseen the growth of attractions, ski, golf, and shared ownership resort developments in the United States, Japan, and India.

Anderson co-created Wyndham Hotel’s first luxury brand, Registry Collection Hotels and Resorts, and served as its Brand President. For 14 years he also was the Global Vice President of the Registry Collection Membership program at WHR’s sister company, Wyndham Destinations (now Travel and Leisure Group). With TRC offices in six international locations representing 250+ resorts and 50,000+ member families, he worked extensively with developers, affiliates, business partners, and members to create the world’s largest, truly global, luxury travel membership program.

Gregg started his career as brand leader at the Walt Disney Company in both the United States and Japan, overseeing the launch of Disneyworld hotel projects including The Grand Floridian as well as Disney Retail, Dining and Entertainment developments. As an ex-pat for Walt Disney Attractions Japan, he was brand liaison to the owners and operators of Tokyo Disney Resort, the Oriental Land Company.

Education and Affiliations

Gregg graduated from Florida State University in the United States with a degree in Communications. His post graduate studies continued at FSU’s campus in Florence, Italy. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of FSU’s International Programs Division.

He is on the Board of Directors of Saltwater’s parent company, Travedise World Co. Private Limited.

International Marketing Events

Saltwater Hotels and Resorts actively participates in key international travel and tourism events, fostering connections, showcasing our offerings, and staying at the forefront of industry trends. Our presence at these events reflects our commitment to expanding our global reach and building strategic partnerships.