Maldives 2024 Sees 2 Million Tourists. Photo Credit: pasja1000 via Pixabay

Maldives 2024 Sees 2 Million Tourists

With the arrival of the 2 millionth visitor, Maldives 2024 has achieved yet another significant milestone in the history of our tourism industry, according to the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives). Austrian national Astrid Dirnegger officially met the goal set by President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu for the year when she arrived in…

Green Tax in Maldives to Double from January 2025. Photo Credit: Dion Tavenier via Unsplash

Green Tax in Maldives to Double from January 2025

The Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA) indicated that the country’s green tax rates are to change significantly starting on 1st January 2025. The revised tariffs will be applicable to all tourist establishments, including resorts, guesthouses, and vessels, in accordance with the 14th amendment to the Maldives Tourism Act. Green Tax in Maldives will double for…

Foreign Exchange Bill Sanctioned by President. Photo Credit: Alexander Grey via Unsplash

Foreign Exchange Bill Sanctioned by President

The Foreign Exchange Bill, which establishes new rules mandating that foreign exchange earners in the tourism industry convert a percentage of their foreign exchange profits to Maldivian Rufiyaa, was ratified by President Mohamed Muizzu on Saturday. On 12th December 2024, the bill was approved by the parliament. Important provisions of the law include: Category A…

Diving & Resort Travel Show Sees Fuvahmulah Win Diving Award. Photo Credit: indian-travel-places.com via Google Images

Diving & Resort Travel Expo Sees Fuvahmulah Win Diving Award

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…