Renowned sand artist Nathaniel Alapide, who is headquartered in Dubai and holds the Guinness World Record for the biggest sand picture, amazed visitors with his most recent creation, which he produced in the stunning Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Maldives. On April 12, in honor of Eid Al Fitr, Alapide, who is well-known for his elaborate…
At the ADEX Ocean Mission 2024, the Maldives Marketing & Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC / Visit Maldives) and six industry partners showcased the stunning underwater landscapes of the Maldives to the South East Asia (SEA) market. This event took place at the Suntec Singapore Exhibition and Convention Center between 12th April 2024 and 14th April…
The Maldives has been voted third in the “Best Area Overseas Division” and second in the “Best Overseas Destination I Want to Visit for the First Time” in the “Marine Diving Awards 2023,” according to Japanese divers nationwide. This news is with great pleasure on the part of Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit…
Leading Maldivian hospitality company Villa Resorts has teamed up with Virgin Atlantic to debut a worldwide campaign that will be shown at all of the world’s major airports. The TV ad will debut in February at all of Virgin Atlantic’s exclusive Clubhouse lounges, which are located in strategic airports throughout the globe, including Johannesburg, New…
The World Travel Awards 2024 have nominated Lily Resorts properties Lily Beach Resort & Spa Maldives and Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa Maldives for three awards apiece. Lily Beach Resort & Spa Maldives, the first all-inclusive resort in the Maldives, has assumed the lead in providing outstanding all-inclusive experiences. The resort is celebrating its 30th…
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives) declared its involvement in the Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA), the country’s largest travel event, which took place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from 22nd March 2024 to 24th March 2024. In addition to representatives from 13 Maldivian tourist firms, MMPRC will offer the Maldives…
With the upcoming opening of Baccarat Hotel & Residences Maldives in 2027, SH Hotels & Resorts—the hospitality management firm formed by visionary Barry Sternlicht, Chairman and CEO of Starwood Capital Group—announces intentions to redefine luxury and elegance in the Maldives. This unique resort, which spans five connected islands over more than 111 acres in the…
November 2024 will see the much awaited launch of Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives, according to Centara Hotels & Resorts. This 145-room resort, which will join the ranks of Centara’s popular Mirage family resorts already operating in Thailand, Vietnam, and Dubai, will provide a bright underwater-themed getaway. The new facility will be part of The Atollia…
On March 16, 2024, Marriott International Maldives celebrated the accomplishments of its inaugural class of apprentices for the Marriott International Maldives Apprenticeship Program with a graduation ceremony held at the Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa. Honorable Ibrahim Waheed, Minister of Youth Empowerment, Information, and Arts, was present at the function. Additionally in attendance…
Since the beginning of 2024, tourist arrivals in Maldives have hone up by quite a bit. More than 500,000 tourists have visited the Maldives, with 513,377 visitors having journeyed to the island country as of March 17th, indicating a strong and ongoing rebound in the tourism industry. The Maldives’ main source market is now China,…