Booking Trends For Visitors To Maldives
The Ministry of Tourism conducts a visitors survey to profile and capture the opinions of international travelers on their experiences in Maldives. The most recent survey was carried out at the Departure Terminal of Velana International Airport between 30th August 2022 and 12th September 2022, recording 1605 respondents from various nationalities. Among many things, the […]
FHAM Dates Announced for May 2023
Food and Hospitality Asia Maldives (FHAM) has announced the dates for the next exhibition will be held on May 8-10, 2023 in Hulhumale Central Park. FHAM is the premier international hospitality trade fair in the Maldives. Interested exhibitors are invited to book stalls now to showcase their latest products, services and innovations. FHAM is also […]
Celebrate Love this Valentine’s Day in Maldives
Celebrate your sweet Valentine in Maldives this year. Reconnect with your soulmate under the towering palms and equatorial stars. Spoil each other with spa indulgences, aphrodisiac meals and water sport adventures. As one of the world’s most romantic destinations, celebrate your love this Valentine’s Day in Maldives with these three romantic experiences specially curated for […]
Maldives Discards Written Approval Requirement for Resort Share Transfer
On Sunday, the Maldives government amended regulations to allow resort owners and operators to transfer shares without obtaining a prior approval from the Tourism Ministry. The amendment eliminates the following clauses: Requirement for a prior written permission from the tourism ministry for share transfers related to tourism businesses. The requirement to submit a share certificate […]
Maldives Records The Highest Daily Arrivals Post-Pandemic
Maldives welcomed 8,028 arrivals on Saturday, 11th February 2023. The Tourism Ministry stated that it is the highest number of arrivals to be recorded within a single day since the pandemic. The most recent peak prior to this instance was on 26th December with 7,621 arrivals. The world’s leading destination of the past three years […]
65% Increase in TGST Revenue
Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA) has reported an increase of 65 percent in Tourism Goods and Service Tax (TGST) revenue, as compared to the previous year. The Monthly Revenue Collection Report published on MIRA’s website states that an increment of 43.1 percent was recorded in January 2023 in comparison to the same period last year. […]
World’s First Underwater Jet Pack at Siyam World
Siyam World launched the world’s first underwater jet pack in collaboration with CudaJet. The CudaJet allows divers to fly weightless underwater. It is controlled by simply angling the body towards the direction of travel. The jet has a thrust of 40 kg and a speed of 3 meters a second. The device is easily mounted […]
Nihat Ercan Appointed CEO of JLL Hotels & Hospitality Group Asia Pacific
Nihat Ercan has been appointed as CEO for Hotels & Hospitality Group, Asia Pacific. He will assume responsibility for JLL’s market-leading hotels and hospitality platform in Asia Pacific, with oversight for investment sales, advisory and asset management services, and client management across 14 markets in Asia Pacific. As CEO, he will also join the firm’s […]
45 New Jobs Announced at GDh. Faresmaathoda Airport
Over 40 new jobs at Gaafu Dhaalu atoll Faresmaathoda Airport have been announced by Regional Airports Company Limited (RACL). Candidates for 45 new posts, including airport managers, operations and administrative officers, supervisors, support staff, maintenance, security, and firefighters, are invited to apply. Applicants are requested to submit necessary documents before February 20, 2023. GDh. Airport […]
Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu joins Kind Traveler as a New Way for Guests to Help Sea Turtles
Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu joins Kind Traveler, the first socially conscious Give + Get hotel booking platform that empowers travellers to positively impact the communities they visit. Travellers unlock special rates & perks with curated Kind Hotels upon a $10 donation to a local charity. Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu has long been collaborating with the […]
Kuramathi Maldives to Celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science
This International Day of Women and Girls in Science, Kuramathi Maldives joins the call to advocate for female representation in science among the younger generation. On 10th February, Kuramathi will host an exhibit at the Eco Centre highlighting the contributions of women leaders from various marine science institutes and the transportation sector in the Maldives, […]
Crown & Champa Resorts Announces Key Appointments
The Crown & Champa Resorts collection has announced three key new appointments. Ali Navaz as the General Manager of Komandoo Island Resort & Spa. Bahauddeen as the Resort Manager of Hurawalhi Island Resort. Jorge Amaro as the General Manager of Innahura Maldives Resort. Ali Navaz – General Manager, Komandoo Island Resort & Spa: Ali Navaz […]
