Bandos Maldives wins Silver Award at SATA 2024 for leading meeting, conference resort
Bandos Maldives has announced that it has been honoured with the prestigious Silver Award for Leading Meeting & Conference Resort at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2024. This accolade reaffirms Bandos Maldives as a premier destination for business and conference tourism in the region. At the heart of this success is the renowned Bandos […]
BBM, Vismark collaboration enables resort chefs to explore Southeast Asian flavours
BBM’s recent collaboration with Vismark Food Industries brought Southeast Asian culinary innovation to the Maldives, with a series of successful live cooking demonstrations across 11 resorts. Vismark, known for its commitment to high-quality food solutions, specializes in developing premium ingredients and ready-made culinary products. Led by Chef Samson Lin (Head of Culinary Development) and Chef […]
Tourism minister calls for greater Maldivian ownership in resorts
Tourism Minister Ibrahim Faisal has reiterated the government’s commitment to increasing Maldivian ownership and leadership in the tourism sector, particularly within resorts. Speaking on World Tourism Day, Faisal highlighted this as one of the government’s key objectives. Faisal said that Maldivians show strong interest in tourism and that the government is encouraging young people to […]
Maldives faces challenge from Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Project, says tourism minister
Tourism Minister Ibrahim Faisal stated that Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Project poses a challenge to the Maldives’ tourism industry. He noted that this initiative mirrors Maldives’ renowned attractions, including white sandy beaches, lush greenery, and peaceful islands. Speaking on World Tourism Day, Faisal highlighted the Maldives’ position as a world-leading tourism destination. However, maintaining this […]
Visit Maldives celebrates World Tourism Day with #Maldivesmoments2024 competition
In celebration of of the World Tourism Day 2024, Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives) has announced the “#Maldivesmoments2024” global competition. Launched on 27th September, the competition is taking place till 12th October 2024. This exciting initiative aims to explore participants’ artistic talent and creativity in showcasing the Maldives’ breathtaking beauty, vibrant […]
Win ultimate tropical getaway to Kandima Maldives with Spinneys UAE
With summer fading away, Kandima Maldives has teamed up with Spinneys UAE, the leading premium fresh food retailer to bring the epic treat: an extraordinary 3-night, 4-day holiday giveaway for two! Time to break free from the daily grind and dive into pure paradise! This anything but ordinary escape includes a stay for two at […]
Siyam World unlocks festive season of gaming, gourmet, grand adventure
This festive season, Siyam World Maldives is pulling out all the stops with an unbeatable line-up of stars, from football legend Owen Hargreaves to Michelin-star chef Brad Carter and acclaimed UK chef Tom Brown , alongside spectacular performances by DJ Jetro, DJ Fumez The Engineer, and One Violin. From 21st December 2024 to 7th January […]
Sheraton Maldives welcomes back Chef Maksat Zhulovchinov as Executive Chef
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa has announced the appointment of Chef Maksat Zhulovchinov as the new Executive Chef, effective July 20, 2024. Chef Maksat is no stranger to the resort, having previously served as the Executive Sous Chef, where his remarkable contributions helped elevate the resort’s culinary offerings. Returning with over 17 years […]
MATATO partners with organisers for WTM London 2024
Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) has officially partnered with RX Global, the organisers of the World Travel Market (WTM), for the upcoming WTM London 2024. This partnership was solidified positions MATATO as the only travel and tourism association in the Maldives to secure such a significant collaboration with them. WTM London, […]
Adaaran Club Rannalhi named Best Dive Resort in South Asia at SATA 2024
Adaaran Club Rannalhi, a renowned luxury resort in the Maldives, has been awarded Gold for “Leading Dive Resort” at the prestigious South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2024. The annual event, which celebrates excellence across the South Asian hospitality industry attracted prominent travel and tourism players from across the region. Adaaran Club Rannalhi, a tropical paradise […]
Maldives restricts tourist vessel agency to Maldivians; introduces $5 per passenger fee
The Ministry of Tourism has introduced key amendments to the regulations governing the operation of foreign tourist vessels in the Maldives. The updated rules, which came into effect on Wednesday, aim to ensure that only local companies can act as agents for foreign vessels, while also imposing a new passenger license fee of $5 (MVR […]
Sun Siyam Iru Fushi wins leading Wellness and Spa Award at SATA
Sun Siyam Iru Fushi has been honoured with the Leading Wellness and Spa Award (Silver category) at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2024. This prestigious award, presented on September 20th in Kathmandu, Nepal, acknowledges the resort’s commitment to providing world-class wellness experiences and luxurious spa services, reinforcing its status as a premier destination for […]
