At the 2024 Diving & Resort Travel (DRT) Expo in Hong Kong, Fuvahmulah was named the “Best Shark Diving Destination.” This esteemed honor confirms the Maldivian island’s standing as a world-renowned destination for exhilarating and environmentally friendly shark diving experiences. Fuvahmulah is well-known for its remarkable underwater environment and provides divers with a rare chance…
According to data from the Ministry of Tourism, the Maldives saw a 2% decrease in December tourist arrivals, the busiest time of the year, compared to the same period the previous year. The number of December tourist arrivals fell from 63,523 in 2023 to 62,249 in 2024 between December 1 and December 11. The overall…
A new species of fish has been found in the pristine Maldives’ waters, marking a significant advancement in marine science. The species, Chromis Abadhah, is named after the Maldivian Dhivehi word Abadhah, which means forever and represents the continuous dedication to planetary protection. The Rolex Perpetual Planet Initiative, which provided funding for the study, is…
The Italian-flagged cruise liner AIDA, which is carrying 2,139 holidaymakers, has arrived in the Maldives. On 8th December 2024, the ship, which serves tourists from Switzerland, Austria, and Germany, landed in the Maldives from Muscat, Oman. Since the Maldives Association of Yacht Agents (MAYA) requested regulatory modifications, this is the first time a cruise ship…
The Maldives has won eight important categories at the World Travel Awards 2024, according to a statement released by the Maldives Marketing & Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC). At the World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2024, which honored the travel and tourism sector for pushing the limits of prestigiousness, excellence, and innovation, tourism royalty…
The largest seaplane operator in the world, Trans Maldivian Airways (TMA), has won two major awards at the 31st Annual World Travel Awards 2024, further solidifying its position as a worldwide aviation pioneer. TMA was recognized as the World’s Leading Seaplane Operator 2024 and the Indian Ocean’s Leading Seaplane Operator 2024 at this year’s awards…
The gorgeous Canareef Resort Maldives hosted the recent Addu Branding Event, which was a huge success. This esteemed occasion provided a stage for showcasing Addu Atoll’s distinct beauty and promise to a worldwide audience. Canareef, which is located on the southernmost Maldivian atoll and is surrounded by crystal-clear blue waters, provided an amazing setting for…
By signing the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism, Sun Siyam Iru Fushi declares its steadfast dedication to sustainability. This important move strengthens Sun Siyam Iru Fushi’s commitment to ethical and environmentally friendly operations by bringing the resort into line with international initiatives to lower carbon emissions and promote sustainable tourism practices. Our principles…
The non-profit organisation Olive Ridley Project (ORP) and the innovative luxury resort brand Soneva have announced the inauguration of the Noonu Atoll Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Centre in the Maldives. The largest of ORP’s three sea turtle rehabilitation clinics on the island country, Soneva Jani, acts as a step-down facility for patients who are being prepared…
On October 16th 2024, the DATA Forum 2024 (Destination Advancement Through Analytics), a groundbreaking event devoted to developing data and intelligence in the tourism sector, was hosted for the first time in the Maldives. The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives) and E-Tourism Frontiers, a global initiative to promote internet travel in developing…