China warns against travel to Maldives due to Zika epidemic
China issued a notice on November 1 warning its citizens against travelling to the Maldives due to the Zika virus epidemic on the island.
The...
STO is all set to open their hotel next year in Hulhumale’
STO announced the sale of the hotel which they are developing in Hulhumale’ in their annual meeting last year; hence later, they made the...
MS AIDAbella Arrives in the Maldives with Over 2000 Passengers
The Maldives' tourist season officially started with the arrival of the cruise liner, MS AIDAbella, in the port of Male on Monday....
Maldives named number 1 in the Condé Nast Traveler’s list of ‘25 Best Island...
Maldives has been named the number 1 spot in the Condé Nast Traveler’s list of ‘25 Best Island Beaches for Swimming and Snorkeling'.
"It's no...
Haizoom Hameed Promoted to Sales Manager at Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi
Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi has announced the appointment of Haizoom Hameed as the resort’s new Sales Manager. With an impressive background...
Millennials, Disruptors and Gen Z
Researchers, cultural observers and trend forecasters have endeavored a prolonged journey to unveil the impact and influence of various generations on the business world....
An Overview of the Maldives Tourism Market
The Maldives is getting closer to achieving its tourist arrival target for the current year.
According to statistics, Maldives...
MALDIVES TRAVEL AWARDS 2017 : PEOPLE’S EDITION to be held at TTM GALA NIGHT
Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) on Wednesday launched the Maldives Travel Awards 2017, branching out the prestigious annual awards into...
GoAir plans international foray with Maldives flights in October 2017
GoAir plans to launch its overseas operations with flights from Mumbai to Phuket (Thailand) and Male (Maldives), in the winter schedule.
GoAir became eligible to launch international services last...
Maldives on the Top 5 of Indians’ travel list in 2017 – Skyscanner’s Travel...
Skyscanner's Travel Trends Report is an analysis of three years' data from Indian travellers, dating back to 2013.
The report revealed that among the countries...
Gordon Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen & Bar at Amilla Fushi
Amilla Fushi is hosting a pop-up of Gordon Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen & Bar as part of their visiting chefs' program. BSK will be...
Isles Magazine launched in WTM London 2017
Maldives business magazine “Isles”, which is co-published by New York Times and “Avas” was launched at the World Travel Market (WTM) London 2017.
The Magazine...
Now Open: Four Seasons first private island escape at Voavah, Baa Atoll
Now open, the world’s first exclusive-use hideaway in a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, Four Seasons Private Island Maldives at Voavah, Baa Atoll is a...
Final Preparations Underway to Open Dhaalu Airport
Final Preparations are reportedly underway to open Dhaalu Airport at Kudahuvadhoo island, with test flights expected to land at the end of this month.
According...
MTDC profits up by 69%
Maldives Tourism Development Corporation has released the official report for the fourth quarter of 2016, from October to December, indicating a clear 69% increase...
Mr. A U M Fawzy | Chief Executive Officer of Trans Maldivian Airways (TMA)
Mr. A U M Fawzy is the Chief Executive Officer of Trans Maldivian Airways (TMA), home to the world’s largest fleet of seaplanes. TMA’s...
Ibrahim Nasir International Airport rebranded Velana International Airport
His Excellency President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom has announced the decision to rebrand and rename Ibrahim Nasir international Airport (INIA). Effective 1st January 2017,...
Meeru Maldives Resort Island Unveils New Identity
Meeru Maldives Resort Island has announced that the resort is embracing a fresh new identity.
Inspired by the rich...
Sri Lanka to abolish minimum hotel room rates next year
Sri Lanka’s often disputed minimum hotel room rates enforced many years ago in Colombo city to curb price cutting is to be terminated next...
New General Manager at W Maldives
W Maldives, one of the most elite luxury resorts in the Maldives, has appointed Thomas Vaucouleur de Ville d’Avray as its new General Manager.
According...
Maldives Travel Awards 2017: People’s Edition to be hosted at TTM Gala Night
Maldives Travel Awards: People’s Edition 2017 will be held at Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi during TTM Gala Night.
Maldives Travel Awards People’s Edition will recognize, successful...
MATATO raises serious concerns about destination marketing efforts for 2017
As previously lobbied by MATATO when Government's budget was submitted to the parliament about the importance of destination marketing given the challenges of rapid...
George Weinmann | The man behind Maldives’ largest international airline “Mega Maldives”
Corporate Maldives speaks to George Weinmann, the man behind Maldives’ largest international airline;
What’s the story behind MEGA Maldives Airlines, what convinced you that Maldives...
ATM Global Halal Tourism Summit 2017
The inaugural ATM Global Halal Tourism Summit brings together some of the world’s leading Muslim Travel experts to discuss the nuances of this fast-growing...
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Architecture That Breathes: How Aséria Balances Climate and Comfort
Situated on the northeastern edge of Hulhumalé, Aséria is emerging as a true architectural marvel in the Maldives. With strong interest from...
Maldives Halal Travel Wraps Up Major Campaigns in Bosnia, Malaysia, and the Philippines
Maldives Halal Travel has concluded three major destination marketing campaigns across Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Philippines, and Malaysia, wrapping up the initiative...
Maldives Targets New Wave of Investors With 50-Year Resort Leases
In its latest bid to expand high-value tourism infrastructure, the Government of Maldives has opened public tendering for the lease, development, operation,...
Gov’t Spending Trails Behind Revenue as Maldives Posts MVR 1.36 Billion Surplus
The Maldives recorded a budget surplus of MVR 1.36 billion as of 19 June 2025, despite subdued government spending on capital projects....
Gov’t Invites Bids to Develop Halal-Compliant Resorts on Long-Term Leases
The Ministry of Tourism and Environment has announced a public tender for the lease, development, and operation of six tourist resorts under...
