Tourism Ministry Extends Redevelopment Period for Tourist Properties
The period for the redevelopment of properties leased for tourism purposes has been extended to a maximum of two years. This expansion...
Maldivian to start flight operations to Mumbai & Delhi
Island Aviation has revealed that Maldivian will start traveling to Mumbai & Delhi in India.
Managing Director of Malivian, Abdul Haris said that the to...
Sun Siyam Iru Fushi ponders making ITFF in Maldives a regional event
The Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Maldives – which is currently holding the country’s first international tourism film festival - has expressed interest in making...
Michelin starred Italian chef Carmelo Greco at Coco Bodu Hithi
Renowned for the resorts’ sophisticated and relaxed dining atmosphere, Coco Bodu Hithi announced the arrival of visiting Michelin starred chef, Carmelo Greco. Arriving to...
India’s GoAir eyes Maldives amid international expansion
GoAir, India’s fifth-largest airline, is reportedly targeting a number of Gulf countries as part of a major expansion to its network.
According to local media,...
Marriott Maldives Business Council Launches Partnership with USAID
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the seven Marriott International resorts in Maldives partnered to explore how to enhance...
Five New Resort Developments Greenlit for Kaafu Atoll
To broaden the tourism landscape, the Visitor Economy Council in Maldives has greenlit the development of five resorts in the Kaafu atoll....
MMPRC Showcases the Maldives in Eastern Europe With Dynamic 3-City Roadshow
The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives) has started a journey through Eastern Europe with a dynamic roadshow spanning three...
International tourism continues to grow above average in the first four months of 2016
Photo: Malahini Maldives
Destinations worldwide received 348 million international tourists (overnight visitors) between January and April 2016, some 18 million more than the same period...
Maldives Rolls Out the Welcome Mat for the First Tourist of the Year
The Maldives has welcomed Benjamin Duncan Moore, the first tourist of 2024.
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/...
Maldives takes part in IFTM Top Resa 2017
Maldives has taken part in IFTM Top Resa tourism industry show 2017 held in Paris, France from the 26th of September till the 29th...
Over 100 resorts/hotels confirm participation in “TTM 2017”
Over 100 resorts/hotels properties in Maldives have confirmed their participation in the first International Travel Trade Show of Maldives “TTM 2017”. TTM is scheduled...
Kuda fushi Resort and Spa Opens
Kuda fushi Resort and Spa, located in Raa Atoll, has begun welcoming visitors to their magical little island resort beginning from 10th March 2017.
Kuda...
Maldives and Thailand to Expand Relations in Aviation
Talks have begun to improve relations between Maldives and Thailand relating to aviation at a meeting held between Thai Minister of Transport Mr. Arkhom...
USD 4 million guesthouse project to be initiated in K. Kaashidhoo
Ministry of Tourism Maldives together with the Maldives Integrated Tourism Development Corporation (MITDC) is planning an integrated guesthouse project in K. Kaashidhoo.
In a press...
195 representatives from Maldives showcase splendor of the country at WTM London
Several exhibitors including resorts, hotels, guesthouses, travel agencies, associations and airline operators are representing Maldives at the World Travel Market (WTM) London 2017. According...
The Transcending Indian Outbound Travel Market
Recently, Indian economy portrayed a boom demonstrating a growth in the rising middle class and disposable income of the Indian population. The trend emulated a...
Maldives Travel Conference 2017 held at Bandos Maldives
Maldives Travel Conference 2017, organised by Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) together with TripAdvisor and hosted by Bandos Maldives was...
First half of 2016 sees a slump in occupancy of resorts while guesthouses on...
According to statistics published by Ministry of Tourism, first of 2016 ended with a total of 619,921 tourists arrivals to Maldives compared to 609,105 tourists same period last...
Visit Maldives Kicks Off Training Webinar Series for the French Travel Trade
Training Webinar series for the French Travel Trade kicked off on 2nd April on the My Virtual Maldives platform. Conducted in French language,...
Patrick Duff Appointed Resort Manager at Vakkaru Maldives
Timeless Sanctuary Vakkaru Maldives welcomed seasoned hospitality veteran Patrick Duff as the new Resort Manager. With an illustrious career spanning nearly four...
Maldives Wins Outlook Traveler Awards’ Best International Island Destination
Maldives has won the Outlook Traveler Awards 2017’s award for Reader’s choice - Best International Island Destination.
This year was the 10th edition of the...
“Adventures of Maldives” Video Competition has been Launched by MMPRC
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) in collaboration with Six Senses has launched a video competition, “Adventures of the Maldives”.
In the launching ceremony...
Maldives first Travel Trade Show to be held in July 2017
Maldives first travel trade show is scheduled to be held in July 2017. Travel Trade Maldives will be a platform that connects the travel trade...
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