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TMA Takes Home World’s Leading Seaplane Operator 2024 Award. Photo Credit: transmaldivian.com via Google Images

TMA Takes Home World’s Leading Seaplane Operator 2024 Award

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…

Wide-Body Aircraft to be Introduced by Maldivian For New Routes. Photo Credit: atr-aircraft.com via Google Images

Wide-Body Aircraft to be Introduced by Maldivian For New Routes

During a ceremony marking the first year of the government’s rule, President Muizzu declared that Maldivian, the country’s carrier, will start operating wide-body aircraft in early January 2025. By January 2025, the first wide-body aircraft, which can accommodate 275 passengers, will be in service. With direct flights to long-haul locations previously unreachable with the airline’s…

MATI Insight x Mark Pollard’s Sweathead Masterclass. Photo Credit: Hussain Faruhaan via Unsplash

MATI Insight x Mark Pollard’s Sweathead Masterclass

The second edition of MATI Insight, presented by the Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI), included a strategy masterclass taught by Mark Pollard called “Sweathead Masterclass: Strategy is Your Words”. More than 75 people attended the session, which took place at the Crossroads Maldives Event Hall on 17th November, 2024. Through real-world application, the program…

Maldives Butler Academy: Villa Haven Guest Experience Catapults. Photo Credit: maldivesvirtualtour.com via Google Images

Maldives Butler Academy: Villa Haven Guest Experience Catapults

The Maldives Butler Academy just wrapped up an exciting two-day training camp for sixteen Villa Haven team members. Being the first and only Maldivian butler training academy approved by the Ministry of Tourism, the Academy is setting the standard for Maldivian hospitality in the future. The rigorous curriculum was specifically designed to give Villa Haven’s…

I AM Maldives Roadshow Sees Air Arabia Partner with NHGAM. Photo Credit: Elvira Csehók via Pixabay

I AM Maldives Roadshow Sees Air Arabia Partner with NHGAM

A significant milestone for Maldivian tourism will be reached from 17th December 2024 – 20th December 2024, when Air Arabia and the National Hotel and Guesthouse Association of Maldives (NHGAM) collaborate on the eagerly awaited “I AM Maldives” Roadshow, which will enthrall audiences in Georgia and Azerbaijan. This four-day event, organized in partnership with Visit…

Ritz-Carlton Maldives Efforts Earn Sustainability Certifications. Photo Credit: travoh.com via Google Images

Ritz-Carlton Maldives Efforts Earn Sustainability Certifications

The Forbes VERIFIED Responsible Hospitality badge, which honors establishments that satisfy more than 100 strict requirements for environmental preservation and support of staff, visitors, and local communities, has been awarded to The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands. This honour highlights the resort’s strong attention to environmental principles and responsible hospitality. In a year filled with noteworthy…

Sirru Fen Fushi Maldives, Arufen Spa to Offer IV Infusions. Photo Credit: imtmonline.com via Google Images

Sirru Fen Fushi Maldives, Arufen Spa to Offer IV Infusions

IV drip infusions will soon be available at Sirru Fen Fushi Maldives’ award-winning Arufen Spa, which is renowned for its luxury and all-encompassing approach to wellbeing. These treatments, which are scheduled to debut at the end of November, add to the spa’s contemporary wellness offerings and provide visitors a cutting-edge, customized route to wellness and…

New Airport Terminal Fuels Yearly 2.2 Million Tourist Ambition. Photo Credit: hoteliermaldives.com via Google Images

New Airport Terminal Fuels Yearly 2.2 Million Tourist Ambition

According to the state budget, there will be 14.2 million bed nights and 2.2 million visitors overall in the upcoming year. In order to do this, the government is concentrating on finishing and opening the new airport terminal at Velana International Airport (VIA), which is an essential part of its larger plan to expand the…

Hotel Training School & Resort Set for Construction on L. Hulhimendhoo. Photo Credit: Hotelier Maldives

Hotel Training School & Resort Set for L. Hulhimendhoo

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by the Ministry of Tourism and The Maldives National University (MNU) to build a five-star resort and Hotel Training School on the island of L. Hulhimendhoo. This partnership is in line with President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu’s goal of strengthening the Maldives’ position as a leader in hospitality education…

Manta Air & Kaani Hotels Team Up for Seamless Transfers. Photo Credit: brandcourage.com via Google Images

Manta Air & Kaani Hotels Team Up for Seamless Transfers

In order to offer tourists visiting guest houses in North Ari Atoll smooth and opulent seaplane transfers, Manta Air has announced an exclusive arrangement with Kaani Hotels and Resorts. Manta Air’s position as the top option for guest transfers throughout the Maldives is strengthened by this partnership, which expands its service offering. By providing guesthouses…

The World's Biggest Giveaway by Visit Maldives for 2025. Photo Credit: Visit Maldives

The World’s Biggest Giveaway by Visit Maldives for 2025

With 52 free holidays, one for every week of 2025, Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives) is thrilled to announce the start of “The World’s Biggest Giveaway” campaign. Launched during the World Travel Mart (WTM) London event on 5th November 2024, this year-long campaign of freebies on Visit Maldives’ social media channels is…

World Travel Market London 2024 Sees Maldives Make a Splash. Photo Credit: citypress.co.uk via Google Images

World Travel Market London 2024 Sees Maldives Make a Splash

The World Travel Market (WTM) London 2024, the leading international travel trade show, took place at Excel London from 5th November 2024 to 7th November 2024, with Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives) as a participant. As the most significant travel and tourism event in the world, World Travel Market London provides a…

The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo & Christian Redl Island Cleanup. Photo Credit: hospitalitynet.org via Google Images

The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo & Christian Redl Island Cleanup

On 27th October 2024, The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, in collaboration with twelve-time world record freediver Christian Redl, held an inspiring island cleanup and plastic pollution awareness session in Maalhos Island, Baa Atoll, as part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability and community engagement. In one of the Maldives’ most biodiverse regions, the event, which…

SO Maldives Awarded Green Globe Certification Within a Year. Photo Credit: cntraveller.com via Google Images

SO/ Maldives Awarded Green Globe Certification Within a Year

In its first year of business, SO/ Maldives is pleased to report that it has earned the esteemed Green Globe certification. Under the direction of Ennismore’s ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) purpose, the resort combines eco-conscious innovation with its renowned fashion-forward brand while maintaining an uncompromising commitment to sustainable practices. By positively influencing the environment,…

Addu Branding Event Showcasing the Atoll a Heartening Success. Photo Credit: bluebaytravel.co.uk via Google Images

Addu Branding Event Showcasing the Atoll a Heartening Success

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…

Coral Restoration Project Launched by Sun Siyam Iru Fushi. Photo Credit: maldives-magazine.com via Google Images

Coral Restoration Project Launched by Sun Siyam Iru Fushi

As part of the resort’s Sun Siyam Cares program, Sun Siyam Iru Fushi is pleased to announce the start of its Coral Restoration Project. This project, led by Mohamed Shah, the resort’s recently hired marine biologist, intends to revitalize and restore the island’s coral reefs, which are crucial habitats that sustain the abundant marine species…

Visit Dharavandhoo Year 2025 Sees Positive Beginning. Photo Credit: Visit Maldives

Visit Dharavandhoo Year 2025 Sees Positive Beginning

With the formal start of the much awaited Visit Dharavandhoo Year 2025, an exciting year devoted to promoting Dharavandhoo Island’s rich cultural legacy, scenic beauty, and distinctive local experiences has begun. This campaign, which gives visitors an opportunity to see the Maldives outside of its opulent resorts, is a part of a larger initiative to…

MMPRC to Flaunt Local Artists w Landmark Design Competition. Photo Credit: viajareamaldivas.com via Google Images

MMPRC to Flaunt Local Artists w/ Landmark Design Competition

A nationwide competition to design landmarks to be placed in iconic locations such as Velana International Airport, Male’ City, underwater locations, and other Maldivian islands outside of the Greater Male’ area has been announced by the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives). This innovative project intends to significantly improve the Sunny Side of…

Air Arabia Now Offers Non-Stop Flights to Maldives via Sharjah. Photo Credit: Visit Maldives

Air Arabia Now Offers Non-Stop Flights to Maldives via Sharjah

The new daily non-stop flights from Sharjah International Airport to Velana International Airport in Malé, Maldives, have been successfully inaugurated by Air Arabia, the premier low-cost airline in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) area. The Maldives are now more accessible than ever because of this vital route, which greatly expands travel possibilities for…

Tourism Symposium 2024 Highlights Maldives Marketing Initiative. Photo Credit: Visit Maldives

Tourism Symposium 2024 Highlights Maldives Marketing Initiative

On October 22nd 2024, at Crossroads Maldives, the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives) successfully held the first “Tourism Symposium 2024 by Visit Maldives,” ushering in a new era in marketing. Industry leaders used this conference as a crucial forum to discuss the urgent issues and promising prospects influencing the country’s tourism scene.…

Glasgow Declaration Signed by Sun Siyam Iru Fushi. Photo Credit: Sun Siyam Resorts via Google Images

Glasgow Declaration Signed by Sun Siyam Iru Fushi

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…

Olive Ridley Project & Soneva Open Sea Turtle Rehab Centre. Photo Credit: Visit Maldives

Olive Ridley Project & Soneva Open Sea Turtle Rehab Centre

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…

DATA Forum 2024 Hosted in Maldives for First Time. Photo Credit: mmprc - Visit Maldives via Google Images

DATA Forum 2024 Hosted in Maldives for First Time

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…

Maldives Airport Fees & Departure Taxes Expected to See Rises. Photo Credit: Asad Photo Maldives via Pexels

Maldives Airport Fees & Departure Taxes Expected to See Rises

In the next legislative session, the Maldivian administration is expected to propose changes to the Maldives airport, with the Departure Tax Act and the Airport Development Fee Act seeing the changes. Travellers’ departure costs will be significantly altered by the proposed modifications to the Airport Departure Tax Act. The departure tax and Maldives airport development…

Tourism Tax in Maldives Expected to See Hikes. Photo Credit: Nattu Adnan via Unsplash

Tourism Tax in Maldives Expected to See Hikes

Tourism tax to see changes as the Maldives government intends to propose an amendment that would double the green tax from $6 to $12 per person per night and increase the Tourism Goods and Services Tax (TGST) for visitors to 17%. One of the suggested modifications is an increase in the TGST, which is anticipated…

Maldives Whale Shark Conservation Receives National Regulation. Photo Credit: Sebastian Pena Lambarri via Unsplash

Maldives Whale Shark Conservation Receives National Regulation

With the release of Regulation No. 2024/R-96, which aims to improve interactions with whale sharks, a major contribution has been made towards Maldives whale shark conservation. With this rule, the Protected Species Regulation (2021/R-25) undergoes its seventh amendment, updating the 2009-established Code of Conduct for the Protection and Conservation of Whale Sharks. With strict rules…

Tourism Goals of Maldives: The Ambitious Future of an Archipelago. Photo Credit: mrsiraphol via Freepik

Tourism Goals of Maldives: The Ambitious Future of an Archipelago

The Maldives is making great efforts to develop its tourism industry, hoping to draw four million tourists annually and generate $7 billion in income. These tourism goals were presented by Ibrahim Faisal, the Minister of Tourism, who emphasized the government’s emphasis on the sector’s expansion. Minister Faisal stated that the government intends to raise tourism-related…

RuPay Makes its Debut in Maldives. Photo Credit: reuters.com via Google Images

RuPay Makes its Debut in Maldives

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…

Aquagen & their Sustainability Solutions on Maldives Doorstep. Photo Credit: Hotelier Maldives

Aquagen & their Sustainability Solutions on Maldives Doorstep

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…

Nova Maldives' Innovative Coral Nursery. Photo Credit: maldivesholidayoffers.com via Google Images

Nova Maldives’ Innovative Coral Nursery

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…

Visit Maldives x 1000UT Hungary Networking Event. Photo Credit: corporate.visitmaldives.com via Google Images

Visit Maldives x 1000UT Hungary Networking Event

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…

Velana International Airport New Terminal December Opening. Photo Credit: qsint.com via Google Images

Velana International Airport New Terminal December Opening

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…

Training Resort in Maldives Advancing Tourism Development. Photo Credit: wirestock via Freepik

Training Resort in Maldives: Advancing Tourism Development

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…

SATA 2024 Ends with Astounding Maldives Wins. Photo Credit: Nattu Adnan via Unsplash

SATA 2024 Ends with Astounding Maldives Wins

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…

MATATO x ICE Network TV Series 'MATATO Talks' Launched. Photo Credit: oivaru.com via Google Images

MATATO x ICE Network TV Series ‘MATATO Talks’ Launched

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…

InterContinental Maldives Waters Declared Vital Manta Ray Zone. Photo Credit: johansens.com via Google Images

InterContinental Maldives Waters Declared Vital Manta Ray Zone

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…

IFTM Top Resa 2024 Saw Maldives' Exceptional Offerings to French Market. Photo Credit: lechotouristique.com via Google Images

IFTM Top Resa 2024: Maldives’ Experiences for the French Market

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,…

Maldivian & Trip.com Announce a New Partnership. Photo Credit: aeronef.net via Google Images

Maldivian & Trip.com Introduces New Partnership

Effective 13th September 2024, Maldivian and the international online travel company Trip.com, have announced a new partnership. Through this new partnership, travelers from all around the world will be able to book direct flights to the Maldives through Trip.com. This new collaboration is a critical step for Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, to…

Diamonds Thudufushi & MARS' Coral Restoration Initiative Begins. Photo Credit: thudufushibeach.diamondsresorts.com via Google Images

Diamonds Thudufushi & MARS’ Coral Restoration Initiative Begins

Diamonds Thudufushi and MARS have achieved exceptional success in their pilot restoration project in the Maldives, setting new standards in the field of coral reef restoration through their innovative collaboration. Diamonds Thudufushi started a similar mission after being inspired by MARS’s work worldwide, where they effectively boosted coral cover and marine life considerably with their…

Let's Go Maldives Designated as GSA for Air Arabia. Photo Credit: wuzzuf.net via Google Images

Let’s Go Maldives Designated as GSA for Air Arabia

Let’s Go Maldives has been formally designated as the General Sales Agent (GSA) for Air Arabia in the Maldives, alongside the tourism industry and trade partners. With this appointment, Air Arabia is expanding its service offerings to tourists looking for affordable travel options and solidifying its position in the Maldives. They will serve as the…

2024 Tropical Coastal City Tourism Event Maldives Representation by MMPRC. Photo Credit: Visit Maldives

2024 Tropical Coastal City Tourism Event: Maldives Representation

Representing the Maldives at the recent 2024 Tropical Coastal City Tourism Event in Sanya, Hainan, China, on September 4th 2024 – September 5th 2024, was the Maldives Marketing and PR Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives). This esteemed occasion was organized by the Sanya Tourism Board and the Bureau of Tourism, Culture, Radio, TV, and Sports of Sanya…

Maldives Tourism Numbers Topped by China. Photo Credit: mbt.mv via Google Images

Maldives Tourism Numbers Topped by China

Maldives tourism numbers are witnessing a notable upsurge, with over 200,000 visitors from China accounting for 15% of all arrivals this year. The reintroduction of direct flights from China, notably those operated by Xiamen Airlines, Chongqing Airlines, and China Eastern, has also contributed to this rise by increasing accessibility for Chinese visitors to visit the…

August Tourist Arrivals Sees 10% Increase. Photo Credit: familyvacationcritic.com via Google Images

August Tourist Arrivals Sees 10% Increase

According to the Ministry of Tourism’s most recent statistics, August tourist arrivals to the island nation of the Maldives increased by 10% this year, reaching 1.35 million by the end of the month. Compared to the 1.23 million tourists registered during the same period last year, this growth indicates a significant increase. 1,359,208 was the…

Azerbaijan Airlines Reveals Baku-Male' Direct Flights. Photo Credits: simpleflying.com via Google Images

Azerbaijan Airlines Reveals Baku-Male’ Direct Flights

The Maldives will now be served by Azerbaijan Airlines’ (AZAL) first-ever direct flight route from Baku. AZAL will begin flying twice a week between Baku and Malé on 8th November. The flights are arranged to accommodate both pleasure and business travelers, who require convenient access to the tropical paradise, on Fridays and Sundays. By doing…

TTM Maldives 2025 Set for 27th - 28th August 2025. Photo Credit: Travel Trade Maldives

TTM Maldives 2025 Set for 27th – 28th August 2025

TTM Maldives 2025 is scheduled to take place on 27th August and 28th August 2025, according to Travel Trade Maldives. The TTM Connect meetings, which were held at the Meerumaa Events Conference Facility on 21st & 22nd August, kicked off this year’s event. Over 3,000 pre-arranged meetings were made possible by the event, which drew…

PATA Travel Mart 2024 Showcases Maldives' Attractive Offers. Photo Credit: Visit Maldives

PATA Travel Mart 2024 Showcases Maldives’ Attractive Offers

The Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) and the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives) partnered up to exhibit the country’s varied tourism offerings at the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Travel Mart 2024, which took place at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok, Thailand, on August 27–29.…

Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2024 to Kick Off in September. Photo Credit: Mohamed Lammah via Unsplash

Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2024 to Kick Off in September

The subject of Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2024, which is scheduled for 19th September 2024, is “The Evolving Luxury Landscape.” This event will bring together prominent figures in the industry to deliberate on the direction of luxury tourism in the Maldives. The 8th Edition of the yearly Hotelier Maldives GM Forum will begin with a…

SriLankan Airlines x Gan Island Promotion for Middle Eastern Travellers. Photo Credit: holidify.com via Google Images

SriLankan Airlines x Gan Island Promotion for Middle East

Three nights of free lodging are part of a unique deal that SriLankan Airlines is offering to travellers from the Middle East who want to visit Gan island in the Maldives. It is anticipated that this offer will generate a great deal of interest from the Middle East, giving visitors a fantastic chance to take…

Discover Maldives Webinar Series by MMPRC Kicks Off. Photo Credit: visitmaldives.com via Google Images

Discover Maldives Webinar Series by MMPRC Kicks Off

The “Discover Maldives” webinar series has been launched by the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives), as part of a global campaign to increase destination visibility and engage tourism trade professionals globally. The 21st August 2024 webinar for the French market marked the start of the webinar series, which offers insightful information about…

Helicopter Service in Maldives to Become Reality Quite Soon. Photo Credit: saiiresorts.com via Google Images

Helicopter Service in Maldives to Become Reality Quite Soon

A helicopter service in Maldives is unheard of but under the umbrella of “Project Elevate Maldives,” which enables island air mobility for drones and vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft operations, Air Chateau DWC, a helicopter and vertiport operator based in Dubai, Regional Airports Company Limited (RACL), a state-owned company of the Maldives, and Wings…

Universal Foundation & Villa College Partner Up. Photo Credit: corporatemaldives.com via Google Images

Universal Foundation & Villa College Partner Up

Together, Villa College and Universal Foundation are offering 10 scholarships to students enrolling in the September 2024 Certificate III in Culinary Arts program. President Iyaz Waheed of the Universal Foundation and Vice Rector Dr. Ali Najeeb of Villa College signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) formalizing their relationship. Ten students will get full sponsorship from…

MMPRC & Fliggy Sign MOU to Strengthen Presence in China. Photo Credit: mmprc - Visit Maldives via Google Images

MMPRC & Fliggy Sign MOU to Strengthen Presence in China

A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) has been signed between MMPRC & Fliggy, Fliggy being the top online travel platform in China and part of the Alibaba group, and the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives), with the aim of bolstering and expanding the Maldives’ brand in the Chinese market. At a ceremony conducted…

UK Tourism to Boost Addu Atoll. Photo Credit: Visit Maldives via Google Images

UK Tourism to Boost Addu Atoll

UK tourism would be a big boost to Addu Atoll, the southernmost part of the Maldives and a former British colony, according to Tourism Minister Ibrahim Faisal. Addressing the Destination Addu 2024 symposium, which marked the beginning of work to create an all-encompassing city brand for Addu Atoll, Faisal underlined the historical significance of the…

Maldives Tourism to Enhance Following MMPRC & Maldivian MOU. Photo Credit: mmprc - Visit Maldives via Google Images

Maldives Tourism to Enhance Following MMPRC & Maldivian MOU

A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) has been signed between Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, and Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives) to enhance cooperation in promoting fair Maldives tourism growth. At a ceremony on the morning of August 15, 2024, at MMPRC Headquarters, the agreement was signed by Mr. Ibrahim Shiuree,…

A Maldives resort from above. Photo Credit: Visit Maldives via Google Images

Maldives Resort Lease Extension Fees to be Reduced

A measure to alter the Tourism Act that would enable Maldives resort lessees to renew their leases for a discounted price has been filed by the government to parliament. On behalf of the administration, MP Abdulla Rasheed proposed the measure. At the moment, Maldives resort leases may be extended for a further 49 years under…

The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort Achieves Solar Goals. Photo Credit: hospitalitynet.org via Google Images

The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort Achieves Solar Goals

The first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve site in the Maldives, Baa Atoll, is home to the Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, which just announced the completion of a new solar project that would reduce environmental impact and save electricity. The resort is fortunate to have a tropical environment all year round. In order to take advantage of…

Maldives resorts to increase within the year as per the government. Photo Credit: Csehokel via Pixabay

Maldives Resorts to Increase Within the Year

Ibrahim Faisal, the Maldives’ Minister of Tourism, revealed the government’s avid ambitions to open six to eight additional resorts this year. Minister Faisal emphasized that the Ministry of Tourism is fully dedicated to accelerating the opening of these resorts during an appearance on a PSM News program. The Minister outlined the difficulties that numerous resort…

Maldives Declaration Form Removed for Departure Guests. Photo Credit: Aly Photography via Unsplash

Maldives Declaration Form Removed for Departure Guests

Maldives Immigration has declared that leaving the Maldives will no longer require outgoing travelers to complete the Imuga Traveller Declaration form as of 15th August 2024. The Controller General of Immigration issued the directive that led to the implementation of this change. By lowering formalities for travelers departing the nation, the action seeks to improve…

Future Summit 2024 backed by the Ministry of Tourism & MMPRC. Photo Credit: Maldives Tourism via Google Images

Future Summit 2024 Backed by MMPRC & Ministry of Tourism

The Maldives Marketing and PR Corporation (MMPRC) and the Ministry of Tourism have endorsed Destination Future for Future Summit 2024, which is set for 20th August 2024 in Kurumba Maldives. Important tourist authorities have endorsed and acknowledged this esteemed event, underscoring its significance in influencing the direction of Maldivian tourism in the future. The Honourable…

TTM Maldives 2024: What You Need To Know. Photo Credit: Travel Trade Maldives via Google Images

TTM Maldives 2024: All You Need To Know

TTM Maldives 2024, the leading international travel trade event in the nation, is scheduled for 21st August 2024 to 22nd August 2024. The TTM Connect Meetings will take place over two days at the Meeruma Conference Facility, and on the last day of TTM Maldives 2024, Adaaran Select Hudhuran Fushi will host the TTM Awards…

Maldives Marine Industry Forum 2024 panel in progress. Photo Credit: The islandchief via Google Images

Maldives Marine Industry Forum 2024 A Resounding Success

The Maldives Marine Industry Forum 2024, with participation from important maritime industry players and high-level decision makers, successfully wrapped up its second edition on 6th July 2024 in Meerumaa, Malé, Maldives. This event marked another significant milestone in the marine sector. It brought together prominent figures from the public and private sectors, including ministers of…

Maldives tourism forecasts lowered due to commercial and geopolitical shifts. Photo Credit: Mohamed Lammah via Unsplash

Maldives Tourism Forecasts Fall: Commercial & Geopolitical Shifts

Due to shifts in the makeup of the market as well as in the country’s economic and geopolitical environment, the Maldives tourism forecasts fall, with the Ministry of Finance lowering its growth projections for tourism. The Macroeconomic Update, released at the end of June 2024, states that 1.88 million tourists arrived in 2023, a 12.1%…

June tourist arrivals in Maldives sees 2% increase. Photo Credit Skytrax via Google Images.

June Tourist Arrivals in Maldives Sees 2% Increase

June tourist arrivals in Maldives saw a 2.42% rise in visitors (123,281 visitors) compared to last year’s 120,363 tourists in June as well, as per Maldives Immigration records. China was the country with the most visitors, clocking in at 20,036 people. India ranked third with 10,018 visitors, and Russia came in second with 14,865 tourists.…

Maldivian Airlines seaplane getting ready to take off. Photo Credit: hoteliermaldives.com via Google Images

Maldivian Airlines Marks a Decade of Seaplane Journeys

5th July 2024 marked ten years since Maldivian Airlines, the national airline of the Maldives, began operating seaplanes, completely changing the way visitors view this island paradise. Maldivian’s seaplane fleet has expanded significantly from its modest beginnings with just two aircrafts, carrying tourists as they soar over the magnificent atolls and discover the amazing beauty…

The Church set to play at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives in 2025. Photo Credit: escapismmagazine.com via Google Images

The Church Set to Perform at Maldives in 2025

The Australian band, The Church has confirmed that they will perform at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives from 3rd May 2025 to 10th May 2025, according to event organisers Music in Paradise. The Church has a worldwide hit “Under the Milky Way,” hailed as one of Australia’s most recognizable rock anthems, served as the inspiration…

Explore Maldives Roadshow a resounding success in Bengaluru, India. Photo Credit: Jonny Belvedere via Pixabay

Explore Maldives Roadshow A Great Success in Bengaluru, India

The Explore Maldives roadshow, which took place at the esteemed Shangri-La Bengaluru on June 26, 2024, ended quite successfully, thanks to Visit Maldives and Manta Air in collaboration with important resort/guest house partners. The roadshow offered great networking possibilities between the partner resorts/guest houses and the leaders of India’s travel industry, with the goal of…

One millionth tourist arrives for vacation in Maldives 2024 with her family

One Millionth Tourist Arrives in Maldives

The one millionth tourist of 2024 was received by the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives). On 27th June 2024 at 11:15 am, Thai national Sutapa Amornvivat arrived in the Maldives via AirAsia aircraft FD 175. She travelled to the Niyama Maldives with her family for a break and is visiting the Maldives…

Coco Bodu Hithi and its water villa

Coco Bodu Hithi in World’s Best Honeymoon Resorts List

With its captivating charm, Coco Bodu Hithi invites all sun and sea lovers, enticing them with romance and adventure. This year, the opulent resort is highlighted in Weddings & Honeymoons Magazine’s Honeymoons Special Bookazine as one of the Top 50 Honeymoon Resorts worldwide. Honeymooners will find the perfect refuge in Coco Bodu Hithi, an ideal…

JOALI Maldives and its overwater villas

JOALI Maldives Summer Camp for Kids Announced

The first-ever art-immersion resort in the Maldives announced its 2024 Kids Summer Camp, which will run from 1st July 2024 through 31st August 2024. The JOALI Maldives Kids Summer Camp, surrounded by immaculate white sand beaches, dazzling blue waters, and an island-wide art collection of unique installations and experiential works, will inspire kids’ creativity and…

Weixin Pay makes its way to CROSSROADS Maldives resorts

Weixin Pay unveiled at CROSSROADS Maldives

WeChat Pay, often referred to as Weixin Pay in China, has been implemented by CROSSROADS Maldives at its world-class properties, SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton, and Hard Rock Hotel Maldives. The purpose of offering this payment option to Chinese visitors is to improve their entire experience and convenience, hence making their stay in…

Coco Collection resort Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu Maldives from above

Coco Collection: ‘Nurturing Minds’ & their Focus on Mental Health

In honour of Global Wellness Day, Coco Collection introduced its newest project, “Nurturing Minds,” which includes Wellness Navigators at Coco Bodu Hithi Maldives and Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu Maldives. This year-round initiative prioritises simple access to services for emotional well-being in an effort to transform mental health assistance for the company’s employees. The first meeting…

Maldives tourism capacity to increase within the year

Maldives Tourism Capacity to Increase with 2,700 Bed Additions

An exciting growth to increase the Maldives tourism capacity has been announced by Minister of Tourism Ibrahim Faisal, with an extra 2,700 beds scheduled to be added this year. Minister Faisal emphasised the government’s commitment to supporting the tourism industry in an exclusive interview with PSM News, emphasising that this is especially true in areas…

Environment Week at Canareef Resort Maldives shows dedication to nature in Maldives

Environment Week at Canareef Resort Maldives shows Dedication

Environment Week (World Reef Day, World Environment Day, World Ocean Day, and Global Wellness Day) was celebrated at Canareef Resort Maldives proudly sponsored a range of environmental, sustainable, and educational programs from 1st June 2024 to 8th June 2024. The resort’s steadfast dedication to environmental practices and ocean protection was on display during this week-long…

beOnd Airline plane readying for flight

beOnd Airline x CROSSROADS MaldivesPromotion Kicks Off

The much awaited marketing campaign with beOnd Airline, the first premium leisure airline in the world, has been unveiled by CROSSROADS Maldives. Through this exclusive partnership, beOnd travelers can expect an amazing trip experience, including free nights and significant savings at two of the most prestigious resorts in the Maldives: SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection…

Eid al-Adha celebrations in Maldives

Eid al-Adha Celebrations Take Over Maldivian Resorts

In June 2024, Eid al-Adha has Maldives gearing up for a massive 5-day weekend, with some Maldivian resorts following suit as well. Muslims all across the globe commemorate Eid al-Adha, which is observed at the end of the hajj (pilgrimage) rituals in Minā, Saudi Arabia, which is close to Mecca. Eid al-Adha commemorates the day…

Club Med Finolhu Villas

Club Med Mid-Year 40% Offer for All Guests

Guests are invited to take advantage with the Club Med mid-year offer, which offers up to 40% off at five stunning resorts around Asia, including two locations situated among the Maldives’ white sand beaches and turquoise oceans, a well recognised destination for being the pioneer of all-inclusive vacations. Their mission to deliver exceptional, all-inclusive family…

A snippet of Amilla Maldives

Amilla Maldives and Local NGO Unite for World Turtle Day

Amilla Maldives, a sanctuary tucked away within the stunning Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, announced a new and exciting cooperation with the Atoll Marine Centre (AMC), a local NGO committed to marine conservation, in honor of World Turtle Day on 23rd May 2024. Through this partnership, visitors may take an active role in preserving these…

The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives from above

The Standard Huruvalhi Maldives gears up for Eid al-Adha

The Standard Huruvalhi Maldives, is inviting families to enjoy a four-day celebration from 15th June 2024 to 18th June 2024. This sun-drenched paradise, which was just named the T+L Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2023’s “Best Resort for Families,” boasts a variety of activities to keep visitors of all ages interested and amused. Arriving in paradise…

Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives and its beauty

Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives Puts Sea Turtle Conservation First

Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives has announced the adoption of three sea turtles that live in the seas surrounding their island resort in observance of World Turtle Day (2024). The resort’s continued dedication to marine conservation will assist Rehendi, Raivilla, and Raalhu, the two Green Turtles, and one Hawksbill Turtle. The larger environmental initiatives of Cinnamon Hotels…

Tourism in Maldives booms with Chinese guests surpassing 90,000 arrivals

Tourism in Maldives Sees Chinese Guests Surpassing 90,000

The Ministry of Tourism has released figures showing that the number of Chinese visitors visiting the Maldives has exceeded 90,000. The number of visitors to the Maldives as of May 13th, 2024, has gone up to 830,665. The Ministry’s most recent data emphasizes how dominant the Chinese market is and how long it will remain…

One of the first things you see when you arrive at JOALI BEING

JOALI BEING Furthers Sustainability Vision with ORP

JOALI BEING is a unique wellness island in the Maldives that sets itself apart from other opulent resorts in the area by emphasizing sustainability and promoting well-being. The team’s mission is to preserve and maintain their favorite destination, which is nature. JOALI BEING is happy to welcome the new Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Center in Raa…

The view of Bandos Maldives from above

Bandos Maldives Claims Win at World Travel Awards

The World Travel Awards 2024 have declared Bandos Maldives as the winner of the Indian Ocean’s Best Dive Resort. This esteemed award highlights their ongoing dedication to provide unmatched underwater experiences. One of the Maldives’ oldest diving shops, Dive Bandos, is a shining example of competence in underwater research. Their committed team of experts makes…

Accommodation option at Dusit Thani Maldives

Dusit Set to Open ‘All-Inclusive’ Lifestyle Resort Close to Capital

Dusit Hotels and Resorts, a hotel division of Dusit International, a prominent hotel and real estate development company in Thailand, has entered into a management agreement with Pearl Atoll Pvt Ltd for the management of dusitD2 Feydhoo Maldives, a 125-key lifestyle resort situated on a private island close to Malé. The new resort is now…

Canareef Resort Maldives in all its splendour

Canareef Resort Maldives Claims Prestigious TripAdvisor Award

Canareef Resort Maldives is proud to share that it has won the coveted TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award for 2024. Thanks to this prestigious honour, this Maldivian resort is now ranked in the top 10% of hotels globally by millions of TripAdvisor users. Every year, TripAdvisor compiles reviews and ratings from visitors worldwide to determine which…

World Travel Awards 2024, with Maldives leading the Indian Ocean Category

World Travel Awards Sees Maldives Claim Multiple Wins

The Maldives has emerged victorious at the World Travel Awards, taking home four esteemed awards in the Indian Ocean category. The Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024, hosted in the Dubai World Trade Center, is where the awards were given out on 6th May. Below are the awards Maldives took home: Indian Ocean’s Leading Destination 2024…

Waste management efforts by WAMCO Maldives reaches new heights

Waste Management by WAMCO for Environment Sees Leaps

With the delivery of specialized vehicles to accelerate this transformation of urban waste management, backed by The Coca-Cola Foundation (TCCF) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in the Maldives, Waste Management Corporation (WAMCO) marked a significant step towards the management of plastic waste. Two electric vehicles (EVs) were among the six cars that UNDP…

A member of Alila Kothaifaru Maldives donating blood for Global Month of Service

Global Month of Service with Alila Kothaifaru Blood Donation Drive

As part of its Global Month of Service program, Alila Kothaifaru Maldives, which is a part of the Hyatt family, recently wrapped off an incredibly successful blood donation campaign. The event, which was organized in conjunction with the Madhuvaree Health Center and Maldives Blood Service, received outstanding support from the Alila Kothaifaru Maldives staff, demonstrating…

Muni Foundation and Fushifaru Maldives gathering for their Single-Use Plastic initiative

No ‘Single-Use Plastic’ Efforts by Fushifaru Maldives & Muni Foundation

To combat single-use plastic, the Muni Foundation and Fushifaru Maldives organised “Plastic Aa Nulaa” event, the purpose of which is to unite people, groups, and communities in support of the goals of eradicating single-use plastic, safeguarding the environment, and encouraging a more sustainable way of life. The event took place at Central Park, Hulhumale on…

Angsana Velavaru commemorated Earth Day this 22nd April.

Earth Day Sees Angsana Velavaru Honouring Sustainability

On 22nd April, Angsana Velavaru Maldives, an all-inclusive luxury resort tucked away in South Nilandhe Atoll and a prominent proponent of environmental conservation in the Maldives, commemorated Earth Day with a range of noteworthy events. The resort held a number of events to promote responsible behaviour and raise awareness, emphasising its commitment to sustainability. Since…

Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Maldives hosting Nathaniel Alapide

Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Maldives Hosts Artist Nathaniel Alapide

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…

ADEX Ocean Mission 2024 at the Maldives booth

ADEX Ocean Mission 2024 Sees Maldives in Stunning Fashion

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…

Marine Diving Awards go to Maldives in Two Categories

Marine Diving Awards in Japan Sees Maldives Take Two Wins

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…

Virgin Atlantic & Villa Resorts set to show off marketing excellence

Virgin Atlantic and Villa Resorts Collab in International Tourism

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…

A bird's eye view of Lily Beach Resort & Spa Maldives

Lily Resorts Properties in Running for World Travel Awards 2024

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…

CROSSROADS Maldives properties in South Male' Atoll

CROSSROADS Maldives a Beacon of Sustainability with Green Globe Certification 2 Years Running

Following a recent sustainability audit, CROSSROADS Maldives — the first and only multi-island integrated leisure destination in the Indian Ocean — announced that it has achieved Green Globe™ Certification for the second year running. This achievement includes the lifestyle hub, The Marina@CROSSROADS, and two world-class resorts, the Hard Rock Hotel Maldives and SAii Lagoon Maldives,…

Earth Hour 2024 was celebrated at The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo resort.

An Earth Hour to Remember: The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo’s Environmental Commitment

The World Wildlife Fund for Nature (WWF) organized Earth Hour on 23rd March 2024, an ongoing global effort to fight climate change, and The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, which is located in the stunning Baa Atoll, the first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve site in the Maldives, took part. In keeping with its steadfast dedication to environmental…

MATTA 2024 and the Maldives booth, showcasing its creativity.

MATTA 2024 a Fruitful Event as MMPRC Puts Maldives on the SEA Map

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…

Baccarat Hotel & Residences Maldives illustration of their upcoming resort in the island nation.

Baccarat Hotel & Residences Maldives Unveils 2027 Opening

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…

Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives to open November 2024 with underwater themes

Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives Opens Late 2024 with Underwater Themes

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…

Marriott International's Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa Overwater Villas

Marriott International Honors First Graduates of Apprenticeship Program in Maldives

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…

Tourist arrivals in Maldives reach amazing numbers.

Tourist Arrivals in Maldives Exceeds Half a Million in 2024

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,…

Villa Resorts: Villa Park Maldives Resort and its Water Villas

Villa Resorts New Flagship Resort Villa Haven Announced

Villa Resorts announces the launch of Villa Haven, a brand-new luxury resort in the stunning South Ari Atoll. This 73-villa hideaway is a major turning point for Villa Resorts as it represents the company’s entry into the premium lodging market. Inspired by the immaculate beaches and verdant surroundings of the island, Villa Haven serves a…

Real Madrid Foundation partners with Patina Maldives, Fari Islands for a football camp

Real Madrid Foundation Partners with Patina Maldives, Fari Islands

This summer, younger visitors to Patina Maldives, Fari Islands, may experience new game patterns at an exclusive Real Madrid Foundation football camp – the first of its kind in the Maldives. A youth coach will oversee a complete Real Madrid Foundation program consisting of daily soccer sessions for ages 5 to 9, 10 to 14,…

The Maldives' impressive booth at ITB Berlin 2023.

ITB Berlin 2026: Maldives Expresses Desire to be Host Country

The Ministry of Tourism has declared its intention to host ITB Berlin 2026. After the Maldives’ participation in the recent ITB Berlin exhibition, which took place from the 5th March 2024 to 7th March 2024, Minister of Tourism Ibrahim Faisal announced at a press conference on 12th March 2024 the nation’s goal to organise the…

International Women's Day is celebrated all over the world on 8th March, honoring the strength and resilience of women all over the globe.

International Women’s Day: Celebrating Equality in Maldives

8th March 2024 saw multiple resorts celebrating International Women’s Day, encouraging diversity and spurring constructive change via the acceptance of equality. Resorts such as Angsana Velavaru Maldives, Pulse Hotels & Resorts (Kandima Maldives, The Nautilus Maldives and Nova Maldives) and The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands showed their support for the women in their respective resorts…

A Record High in February, New Maldivian Tourism Milestone. An aerial of a section at Kihavah Huravalhi Island Baa Atoll, Maldives. Photo Credit: ishan seefromthesky via Unsplash

A Record High in February, New Maldivian Tourism Milestone

February 2024 saw 217,391 visitors arrive in the Maldives, an improvement of 22% over the same month the previous year and a record high for the island nation. An infographic published by Maldives Immigration said that 7,496 arrivals were made on average per day each month. There were 10,214 arrivals at the highest and 5,343…

A picture of Bodu Mas, an Eid classic in Maldives.

Eid Al-Fitr in Maldives: A Celebration of Peace & Harmony

Eid Al-Fitr in Maldives is a special time, with the country in full festive mode after a fulfilling month of fasting; celebrating good will, peace and harmony. April is the month the festivities begin and will be held at the following resorts. The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands is one of…

Easter Eggs for the occasion.

Easter in Maldives: Wondrous Celebrations All Over

Maldives is big on celebrations, whether it’s weddings, anniversaries, birthdays and everything in between. This goes for Easter as well, as there is a fantastic lineup of resorts that will be celebrating Easter in Maldives. Without further ado, here are the resorts: Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives (Easter offer with a 35% villa discount and more)…

The Maldives booth that was set up by MMPRC at SATTE 2024.

MMPRC at SATTE 2024 Puts Maldives on the Map Even Further

Alongside 57 delegates from 34 Maldives tourist sector organizations, the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives) enhanced its destination presence in the Indian market at SATTE 2024. This event took place at India Expo Mart in Delhi from February 22nd 2024 to February 24th 2024. SATTE has made a name for itself as…

A look into the proceedings at MATI’s 34th Annual General Meeting

The 34th Annual General Meeting by MATI

The 34th Annual General Meeting of the Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI), which drew together a hundred members, was held on 19th February 2024. The day’s proceedings commenced with a warm speech delivered by Mr. Mohamed Umar, the Chairman of MATI, who also served as the session’s facilitator. The agenda featured a speech by…

MMPRC at MATTA Fair 2022

MMPRC at ATM 2024: Expressing Interest in Participation

The Maldives will be represented at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024, the premier international event for the Middle East’s inbound and outbound travel industry, which will take place from May 6th 2024 to May 9th 2024, at the Dubai World Trade Centre, according to a statement released by Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit…

The crystalline waters of the Maldivian sea at Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa

Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa: 50 Years of Excellence

Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa has been making its positive mark on the Maldivian tourism industry since December 1973. The resort was built on Furanafushi Island, which used to serve as a getaway for Maldivians. Located conveniently close to the capital / Velana International Airport (around 15 minutes via speedboat), the resort welcomes…

Ifuru Island Maldives from above.

Ifuru Island Maldives: The Thrill Seekers Ultimate Destination

Calling all adventurers, thrill seekers and adrenaline enthusiasts! Do you fancy yourself as someone who likes the heart pumping experience of skydiving? Ifuru Island Maldives is the perfect destination for you. Introducing Ifuru Island Maldives, the first resort in Maldives that has skydiving in their list of activities. Ifuru opened their doors to the world…

A Summer Delight with the finest treats from Cheval Blanc Randheli

To celebrate the reopening of the Maison on July 23rd, we invite you to discover the one-of-a-kind Summer Delight in the Maldives. For all villa types, except Cheval Blanc Randheli Private Island, and for a minimum stay of 4 nights or more, we would like to welcome you for a summer getaway with a preferential rate. Children can benefit of complimentary food…

Anantara Dhigu Maldives updates to Covid regulation

TRAVEL TO THE MALDIVES All tourist arrivals to the Maldives will be provided with a 30-day validity visa on arrival. As part of the visa requirement, you must present the following documents: – A confirmed hotel reservation of your stay at our resort – A health self-declaration form must be submitted within 48 hours prior…

The Emerald Collection – Maldives

Emerald Faarufushi’s Villas Located in the Raa Atoll, in the northern part of the Maldives archipelago, Emerald  Faarufushi Resort & Spa, a new 5-star Deluxe All-Inclusive Resort, proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World, will open its doors to guests starting from the 1st of October 2022. Positioned either on the white sandy…

Maldives lifts PCR Test requirement for All Travelers

MALDIVES CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY Republic of Maldives AIR TRANSPORT CIRCULAR AT 14/2020 – Issue 26 PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES AGAINST NOVEL CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) 14th March 2022   As part of the planned activities outlined by the Government of the Maldives to ease the travel restrictions, all international airports in the Maldives were opened for international travel from…

JLF-Soneva-Fushi

JLF SONEVA FUSHI May 13–22, 2022 The Maldives

JLF SONEVA FUSHI May 13–22, 2022 The Maldives The ‘greatest literary show on Earth’ is coming to Soneva Fushi For the first time ever, Soneva has partnered with Teamwork Arts, producer of the iconic Jaipur Literature Festival, to bring JLF to Soneva Fushi. Spread over 10 days and two weekends, events will be held at…

MALDIVES TOURISM UPDATES – FEBRUARY 2022

  ⌈ Maldives Border Miles Presents it’s First Gold Tier ⌋ Maldives Border Miles Presents its First Abaarana (Gold) Tier to Mr. George Corbin     Mr. George Corbin and his daughter, Ms. Georgia Corbin, departed from Maldives on 20th February. During his 6-Days visit, the tourism pioneer participated in various activities held to celebration…

Fairmont Maldives Resort Unveils Sustainability Lab

Private island resort Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi has launched Sustainability Lab – a first of its kind in the archipelago. Continuing its environmental commitment for the resort, The Sustainability Lab turns plastic waste into bespoke souvenirs and unique products.   Fairmont Maldives Sustainability Lab   Guests will be educated on sustainable practices, helping the…

Maldives lifts PCR Test requirement for Vaccinated Travelers

Effective from fifth March 2022, the Health Protection Agency (HPA) has revealed all vaccinated holidaymakers arriving to the Maldives are no more required to offer a Negative PCR test upon arrival. This is applicable to individuals who have completed the suggested 2 dose(s) of Covid-19 jabs accepted by the Maldives Food & Drug Authority or…