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...
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...
Jumeirah Vittaveli, the place to enjoy first ice-rink in the Maldives
Jumeirah Vittaveli brings a new first to the Maldives this festive season with the opening of the first ice rink in the destination.
The rink...
MATATO Travel Awards Gala Edition receives more than 100 thousand votes
When the voting for Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) Travel Award Gala Edition closed, more than 100000 votes were received....
Maldives visitor arrivals indicates 9% growth in October 2017
9% percent growth in tourist arrivals was observed by the Maldives in October 2017. This is an overall increase of 6% for the 10-month...
Hublot and Cheval Blanc Randheli unveiled the Classic Fusion special edition
Hublot and Cheval Blanc Randheli unveiled their latest collaboration, a new Hublot's Classic Fusion special edition.
Cheval Blanc Randheli, the intimate and lavish Cheval Blanc...
MMPRC to participate in 15 different international fairs in 2018
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) will be participating in 15 international fairs in 2018. This year the organisation participated in 12 fairs.
While...
MVR 50 million budgeted for the promotion of Maldives in 2018
For the purpose of promotion of Maldives as a destination, MVR 50 million has been budgeted for 2018.
In an interview given to “Avas”, Minister...
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...
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...
LUX* North Male Atoll set to open in early 2018
Mauritius based hotel operator, LUX* Resorts & Hotels is set to open their 2nd property in the Maldives, the LUX* North Male Atoll in...
Carpe Diem Maldives to open in June 2018
Ever since the inception of Carpe Diem Maldives Pvt. Ltd. in 2008, the company has been cruising keen travellers around the picturesque Maldivian waters,...
Carlson Rezidor to open Radisson Blu Resort Maldives in 2019
One of the world’s largest hotel companies with properties in 115 countries and territories, Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group has once again announced plans to enter...
Alitalia commences operations to Maldives
Alitalia, the flag carrier of Italy commenced scheduled operations to Maldives, with the first flight Alitalia AZ 776 landing in Velana International Airport at around...
Islanders Tourism and Hospitality Academy appointed as a Global Education Partner of American Hotel...
In a ceremony held on 30th October at Hotel Jen, Male’, Islanders Tourism and Hospitality Academy (ITHA) was appointed as the Global Education Partner...
SATA 2017 Gala Dinner and Awards concludes, with Maldives receiving 24 Awards
One of the most prestigious tourism awards in South Asia region, South Asian Travel Awards (SATA), the 2017 edition of which was held in...
Addu City exhibits craftsmanship to SATA 2017 participants
The folks of the southernmost city in Maldives, Addu City, showcased their craftsmanship and creativity during a festival held on the occasion of SATA...
SATA 2017 launched in Addu City
South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2017 was launched on October 27 in Equator Village, Addu City. The event was launched with “opportunity and conversation...
Challenges of Managing Local Employees: A Maldivian Context
When looking at the service industry of the Maldives, one must comprehend the elitism of the brand it displays to the outside world. It...
Voting commences for Adventures of Maldives Video Competition
Voting started for Adventures of Maldives (Dhivehi Aahitha) Video Competition on Sunday, October 22. According to Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC), voting...
Martin Vossen to become the new CEO of Crown and Champa Resorts
Crown and Champa Resorts has appointed Mr Martin Vossen as the new Chief Executive Officer of the company. Mr Vossen will be succeeding current CEO...
Top Hospitality brands expected at SATA Awards 2017
One of the biggest travel awards held in the region, South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) is expected to bring top travel brands to the...
From Private Islands to A Barefoot Great Gatsby-themed New Year’s Eve Party, by Kanuhura...
Luxury resort Kanuhura Maldives rolls out its festive program, which includes bespoke festive options for luxury travellers. Highlights of the Christmas and New Year...
New ruling by MIRA changes complimentary services rule
The Maldives Inland Revenue Authority has published a Tax Ruling (Number TR-2017/G42) on 9 October 2017 which amends Section 54 of the Goods and...
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