SriLankan Airlines mulls cancelling loss-making Colombo-Gan flights
SriLankan Airlines might halt its Colombo-Addu flights due to increasing financial losses, as disclosed by Ace Aviation, the airline’s General Service Agent (GST) in the Maldives. The direct route between Gan International Airport and Colombo’s Bandaranike International Airport was initiated by SriLankan in 2016. Flights recommenced on December 4, 2021, post-COVID suspension, with a current […]
Anantara Kihavah introduces Maldives’ first immersive underwater dining experience
Having built a global reputation for pushing the boundaries of unique dining experiences to exciting new heights, Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas is now taking epicurean adventure to a whole new level — six metres beneath the sea. In what is the first ever truly immersive dining under water in the Maldives, this exciting new 3D […]
Embracing the festive season with Snapchat
As the festive season approaches, the dynamic world of Snapchat presents a golden opportunity for resorts in the Maldives. This platform connects you with key tourist markets – Russia, India, the USA, UK, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, and Saudi Arabia, etc. – in a way that traditional social media cannot. Snapchat stands apart in its ability […]
Soneva awarded 2023 Terra Carta Seal for Leadership in Sustainability
Soneva has been honored with the prestigious 2023 Terra Carta Seal by The Sustainable Markets Initiative. The award-winning resort brand, which has properties in the Maldives and Thailand, is built on the foundation that businesses must exist for a greater purpose than shareholder returns. Soneva recognises that luxury travel and the pursuit of rare experiences […]
Capital Travel celebrates 33 years of traveler excellence
In a jubilant celebration on December 1st, Capital Travel marked its 33rd anniversary, with the festivities hosted by the picturesque Kuda Villingili Resort. Capital Travel & Tours, established in 1990 as a limited liability company in the Maldives, has evolved into one of the country’s most prominent tour operators specializing in inbound and outbound travel […]
Maldives tourism sees mixed performance in Oct; occupancy drops by 5%
The Maldives tourism sector recorded a mixed performance in October 2023, according to the latest Economic Update report released by the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) on November 30. The report showed that total tourist arrivals stood at 159,141 in October, registering an increase of 4% when compared with October 2022, whereas bednights declined by 3%. […]
Ex-minister Mausoom named Travel Personality of the Year at World Travel Awards
Former Maldives Tourism Minister Dr. Abdulla Mausoom clinched the Travel Personality of the Year title at the World Travel Awards (WTA) ceremony in Dubai’s Burj Al Arab Hotel last Friday. The WTA lauded Dr. Mausoom’s leadership in navigating the Maldives’ tourism sector amid the COVID-19 challenges. Adding to their accolades, Maldives secured the World’s Leading […]
MATATO hosts Destination Workshop to address tourism industry challenges and formulate innovative solutions
Maldives Association for Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) successfully held its Destination Workshop at the Champa Central Hotel in Malé. The event brought together key industry players, including local travel agents, stakeholders from resorts, guest houses, hotels, and government representatives, to foster collaborative idea generation and address current challenges faced by the tourism industry. […]
Canareef Resort Maldives broadens global reach with new sales representatives in Russia and the UK/Ireland Markets
Canareef Resort Maldives has appointed Sales Representatives for Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), as well as the United Kingdom and Ireland. This expansion is part of the resort’s broader vision for global development and increased tourist engagement. SEA Company Takes the Helm in Russia and CIS Canareef Resort Maldives has welcomed SEA […]
Atmosphere Core launches ultra-luxury residences brand, Atmosphere Living
Atmosphere Core, a globally renowned name in hospitality, has announced the launch of Atmosphere Living as part of its continued expansion in South Asia. Headquartered in India, this new company will offer branded ultra-luxury residences with customised end-to-end amenities and indulgences, including coffee lounges, wine cellars, private transport, and bespoke concierge services. The global branded […]
Maldives wins World’s Leading Destination award for fourth year in a row
Maldives on Friday won the World’s Leading Destination accolade at the World Travel Awards 2023, making it the fourth consecutive top title win for Maldives. In addition to the World’s Leading Leading Destination Award, the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) also won the World’s Leading Tourist Board award for the second year in […]
Eco-Licious: Conrad Maldives Rangali Island’s new culinary journey with purpose
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island has announced the launch of ‘Eco-licious: Fresh & Healthy Eats,’ a new garden-to-table dining experience that combines culinary delight with environmental consciousness. This innovative pop-up venue nestled within a vibrant garden setting, invites guests on an inspired journey of sustainable gastronomy every Monday from 6:30PM. With an offering that extends beyond […]
