New Regulation Targets 168 Stalled Tourism Developments
New regulation targets 168 stalled tourism sites to recover USD 537 million owed to state.
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Tourism
Destination Future Urges Delay to Offshore Tourism Tax
Destination Future urges delaying October offshore tourism tax, warning short transition disrupts contracts and bookings.
Ten State-Backed Resorts Planned Within Three Years
Government plans ten state-backed resorts in three years, sharing tourism profits directly with Maldivian citizens.
European Operators Raise Concerns Over Maldives Tourism Tax
European operators seek delay to new Maldives tourism tax on offshore travel businesses.
August Tourism Growth Narrows Maldives’ Arrivals Shortfall
August arrivals grew 1.7 per cent, easing but not closing the Maldives' 2026 tourism shortfall.
What the Maldives’ New GST Rules Mean for Overseas Tour Operators
Maldives extends 17 per cent tourism GST to qualifying overseas tour operators from October 2026.
Visit Maldives Corporation Requires a Complete Structural Overhaul, Not Just a Leadership Change
Maldives tourism marketing agency needs structural reform and financial accountability, not just repeated leadership changes.
MTDC Passes Dividend Distribution of Half a Rufiyaa Per Share
MTDC approves half-rufiyaa dividend and elects board amid scrutiny over lease transfers and rights issue.
Deadline Approaches for Tourism Project Bids for Dhapparu of Haa Alif Filladhoo
Investors have until 31 August to bid for Filladhoo's Dhapparu tourism development project.
Abdulla Yaasir Appointed Managing Director of Visit Maldives Corporation
Abdulla Yasir appointed CEO and Managing Director of Visit Maldives Corporation, succeeding resigned Shiuree.
MATI Raises Concerns Over Proposed Increase in Mandatory Dollar Conversion
MATI opposes proposed 40 per cent mandatory dollar conversion, warning of unsustainable burden on tourism.
Tourist Arrivals Show 2.8% Growth So Far in August
Maldives tourist arrivals grew 2.8% in early August, though yearly totals remain down 3.8%.
VIA Welcomes 1.62 Million Passengers in Second Quarter
Velana International Airport processed 1.62 million passengers in the second quarter, statistics show.
Maldives Delegation Holds Russia Air Connectivity Talks, Meets Aeroflot in Moscow
Maldivian delegation meets Russian transport officials and Aeroflot in Moscow to expand air connectivity.
Gov’t to Pursue Tourism Leaseholders Over Unpaid Rent and Fines
Government to enforce lease obligations, pursuing tourism leaseholders over unpaid rent, fines, and penalties.
Hulhule Island Hotel Reaches 25-Year Milestone
Hulhule Island Hotel celebrates 25 years, award recognition, and commitment to service and talent development.
Maldives Delegation to Seek Stronger Russian Tourism and Air Links
Maldivian delegation visits Russia to strengthen tourism, air links ahead of Visit Maldives Year 2027.
Visit Maldives Partners with Jalboot and STO Energy for World Travel Awards 2026
Visit Maldives partners with Jalboot and STO Energy for World Travel Awards 2026 ceremony.
‘Islands Are Us’ Unveiled as Theme for Visit Maldives Year 2027
Maldives unveils 'Islands Are Us' theme for 2027, broadening tourism marketing beyond sun and sea.
Centara Hotels & Resorts – Maldives Partners with SAILS to Expand Hospitality Career Pathways for Maldivians
Centara Maldives partners with SAILS to build hospitality career pathways and training for Maldivians.
Maldives Tourism Opens August with 6.8% Arrival Growth
Maldives tourism began August with 6.8% arrival growth despite an ongoing year-to-date shortfall.
Maldivian Named Local Airline Partner for World Travel Awards 2026
Maldivian named official local airline partner for World Travel Awards 2026 hosted by Maldives.
MMA Bulletin Shows Record Q1 Arrivals, though Tourism Contracts as Geopolitical Shocks Persist
Maldives tourism hit record Q1 arrivals before Middle East war triggered sharp March declines.
dusitD2 Feydhoo Maldives Celebrates First Anniversary
dusitD2 Feydhoo Maldives marks first anniversary with Maldivian cuisine event celebrating local produce and partnerships.