With extensive experience across some of the world’s most dynamic luxury lifestyle resorts, Judd Rabbidge, General Manager of Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort, brings a passion for people-first leadership, innovation, and guest-centred experiences to the Maldives.
An Australian hotelier whose career has spanned marquee properties from Bali to Sydney, Judd previously led pre-opening operations and helped position several resorts as sought-after destinations in their markets.
In this interview, he reflects on his path to the Maldives, Avani+ Fares’ distinctive lifestyle positioning in the Baa Atoll, and how his focus on personality-driven service and Maldivian-first experiences is helping shape a vibrant new chapter for the resort.
