RuPay, an Indian card payment network, has debuted in the Maldives. During President Mohamed Muizzu’s visit to India, a ceremony in New Delhi marked the virtual introduction of RuPay to the Maldives. In a joint statement with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Muizzu stated that RuPay’s introduction to the Maldives will tremendously benefit the…
At an event hosted at the Maagiri Hotel, Aquagen Atmospheric Water Systems showcased its cutting-edge technology, marking a significant advancement towards environmental sustainability. Government authorities, hotel owners, and media representatives were present at the event, which demonstrated their capacity to convert air into pure drinking water that is enhanced with minerals. The Atmospheric Water Generation…
An improved coral restoration project surrounding the island resort Nova Maldives, which is renowned for its dedication to sustainable projects, has been unveiled. The resort is an eco-aware, soft-luxury establishment. This most recent project expands on the island resort’s already-existing coral plantation program by giving visitors a direct, hands-on opportunity to protect the surrounding marine…
On 26th September 2024, in Budapest, Hungary, the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives) and 1000UT co-hosted a successful Destination B2B networking event. Six representatives from three Maldives-based tourist companies, Robinson Maldives, Kandima Maldives, and Intour Maldives, participated in the event. The purpose of the event was to build relationships with possible agents…
A major step forward in the continuous modernization of entry to the Maldives, the new terminal at Velana International Airport (VIA) is scheduled to be inaugurated by December of this year, according to Minister of Tourism Ibrahim Faisal. He made the news in his World Tourist Day speech, highlighting the terminal’s critical role in the…
In the next two years, the Maldives will build a training resort, as announced by Dr. Mariyam Mariya, Minister of Higher Education, Labor, and Skills Development and is set to boost the country’s tourism industry. This program, in association with the Maldives National University (MNU), seeks to draw in foreign students and equip local professionals…
The Maldives won an astounding 30 accolades at the South Asian Travel accolades (SATA) 2024, further solidifying its status as one of the top travel destinations in the world. The world-famous event was organized by the Hotels Association of Nepal (HAN) and the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and held on Friday, 20th September 2024, at…
In order to produce the TV series MATATO Talks, the Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) has announced a new agreement with ICE Network. The first episode of the 12-month series debuted on 3rd October 2024, which is also the National Tourism Day of the Maldives. New episodes will air every month…
The lagoon at the InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort has received official recognition as an Important Shark & Ray Area (ISRA), along with Maamunagau and Fenfushi. This honor comes after the resort’s continuous partnership with the Manta Trust, one of the world’s preeminent organizations for manta ray conservation and study. This accomplishment is the result of…
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives) presented the French market with the wide variety of vacation experiences offered by the Maldives during IFTM Top Resa 2024, which was held in Paris, France, from September 17th September 2024 – 19th September 2024. reaches out to important travel consumers in all market areas, including MICE,…