Strengthening Russian Maldives demand becomes more year-round, Yandex Ads research shows
Yandex Ads, supported by the Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) and Visit Maldives, brought together over 50 industry leaders from the Maldives’ hospitality sector in Malé, to present a brand new research into the behaviour of the Russian-speaking travellers and discuss possible opportunities to convert growing demand into bookings across a wider range of […]
Culinary excellence meets innovation: Maldivian Patissier hosts exclusive five-course Japanese dining experience
Food enthusiasts in the capital are in for an exceptional gastronomic affair as Maldivian Patissier hosts Sushi Night, an exclusive five-course Japanese dining experience running from August 30 through September 2, 2026. The event brings together two remarkable Maldivian culinary talents: Chef Ahmed Mohamed, Japanese Sous Chef at Cora Cora Maldives, and Chef Aminath Hameed, […]
Visit Maldives promotes destination to Indian travel trade at ITB India 2026
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) is participating in ITB India 2026 from 1 to 3 September 2026 at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, engaging with travel trade representatives from India and South Asia. Visit Maldives is joined by 17 co-exhibitors representing the tourism and aviation sectors at ITB India 2026. The stand provides a […]
Vakkaru Maldives strengthens industry connections with Golden Hour gathering in Malé
Vakkaru Maldives recently welcomed travel partners and members of the local media to Vakkaru Maldives Golden Hour evening held at The Rooftop at Barceló Nasandhura Malé ahead of TTM Maldives. The event offered Vakkaru Maldives management and team an opportunity to reconnect with long-standing partners, in appreciation of the trust and support our partners continue […]
SIX & SIX PRIVATE RESIDENCES partners with BOAT International’s Saint-Tropez Sundowners
SIX & SIX PRIVATE RESIDENCES has announced its partnership with Saint-Tropez Sundowners, presented by BOAT International, taking place during Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez. The private event will provide a platform for SIX & SIX PRIVATE RESIDENCES to introduce its growing residential portfolio and the wider vision of SIX & SIX PRIVATE ISLANDS. The partnership comes […]
TTM Maldives 2026 begins in Malé with 250 international travel operators, agents
The Maldives is strengthening engagement with the global travel trade as the 10th edition of Travel Trade Maldives (TTM) 2026 begins today at Barceló Nasandhura Malé, bringing together tourism businesses and international travel professionals for two days of business meetings, networking and industry engagement. Marking a decade of TTM Maldives, this year’s edition brings together […]
MATI to host AI transformation programme for tourism and hospitality industry
The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) is set to host the “AI Transformation Programme: For Hospitality and Tourism Leaders,” a practical, operator-led training initiative designed and facilitated by Dr Ayesha Khanna, CEO of Addo AI and Amplify. The programme is built to equip tourism and hospitality teams with practical AI frameworks that can be […]
MACL named Aviation Partner for World Travel Awards 2026
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has partnered with Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL), as the aviation partner of the World Travel Awards (WTA) Asia, Oceania & Indian Ocean 2026 contributing to the prestigious event and its ongoing preparations. The partnership agreement was signed by Aishath Shirany Nasir, Manager of Business Development at Visit Maldives Corporation, and […]
Maldives to host inaugural Digital Ownership Summit focused on tokenised assets
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has announced a partnership with Switzerland-based CEGStake AG to bring the inaugural Digital Ownership Summit 2026 to the Maldives, creating a focused international platform to explore how digital assets and real-world asset tokenisation could contribute to the future of tourism, infrastructure and investment in the country. The Digital Ownership Summit will […]
Visit Maldives appoints STO Energy as Energy Partner for World Travel Awards 2026
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has appointed STO Energy as the official energy partner for the World Travel Awards (WTA) Asia, Oceania & Indian Ocean 2026, as part of the preparations for the prestigious global travel industry event. The partnership agreements were signed by Ahmed Riffath, Manager of Sales and Marketing from STO Energy with Manager […]
Visit Maldives appoints Jalboot as Transportation Partner for World Travel Awards 2026
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has appointed Jalboot as the official transportation partner for the World Travel Awards (WTA) Asia, Oceania & Indian Ocean 2026, contributing to the planning and delivery of the prestigious global travel industry event. The partnership agreement was signed by Sharon Austin, Director of Corporate Services from Jalboot with Manager of business […]
Port City Colombo courts Maldivian investors at exclusive Malé forum
The High Commission of Sri Lanka in Maldives, in collaboration with CHEC Port City Colombo (Pvt) Ltd. hosted the Port City Colombo Investor Forum at the Barceló Nasandhura Malé on 10th August 2026, an invitation-only engagement bringing together a curated gathering of senior Maldivian business leaders, investors and developers. The forum marks a significant step […]
