I Was There brings together luxury resorts in the Maldives and luxury travel designers in an event hosted at a resort in Maldives where connections are formed through Maldivian culture driven experiences.
When it’s over, one sentiment will echo across the industry: I was there.
Pre-Event Flow
To ensure every conversation moves straight into opportunity, I Was There provides full pre-event familiarisation. Arrive not as strangers, but as future partners who already understand one another.
All Partner profiles are hosted through Concierge, our dedicated online portal
Experiences that go stright to opportunities
Event Flow
Authentic Maldivian experiential networking:
"I Was There” : Inner Circle
“I Was There” : Sunset Soirée
Networking Breakfast & Luncheon
Maldivian Culture Driven Experiences
Maldives Culture Driven Experiences
Whether breaking the ice over a game of Ohvalhu (mancala) or challenging colleagues to Bashi, every interaction is anchored in Maldives culture. Connections are formed not over business cards, but through shared experiences and genuine engagement.
Inner Circle
An invitation-only session bringing together select leaders from the luxury travel and hospitality community for meaningful conversations.
Designed as a closed-door exchange, Inner Circle encourages open dialogue, shared perspectives, and genuine connection.
Headline Talks
Perspectives from industry leaders shaping luxury travel today.
curated Panels
Focused discussions around evolving trends, challenges, and opportunities.
Open Q&As
Honest dialogue designed for participation, not performance.
Who Takes a Seat
Owners | Directors | Senior Executives | Luxury Travel Designers
Sunset Soirée
As the sun sets over the lagoon, conversations continue under a canopy of stars. Music, light and sea breeze combine into a single, unforgettable evening.
The evening culminates with the announcement of the Circle of Luxury members.