Nominations open for Hotelier Maldives Awards 2025, presented by BestBuy Maldives (BBM)
Hotelier Maldives has announced that nominations for the Hotelier Maldives Awards 2025, presented by BestBuy Maldives (BBM), are now officially open! Scheduled to take place in May 2025, this prestigious event builds on the success of the inaugural edition held in April 2024. The upcoming awards will feature four new categories, further broadening the recognition […]
Visit Maldives’ largest global campaign with 52 holiday giveaways begins
The “World’s Biggest Giveaway,” the largest global campaign for 2025 organised by the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives), has officially kicked off on Wednesday. Announced at World Travel Mart (WTM) London on November 5th, 2024, this year-long initiative will award 52 free holidays, one for each week of 2025, starting from 1st […]
Ayada Maldives unveils luxury speedboat for guest transfers
Ayada Maldives has announced the launch of its sleek new speedboat, the Gulf Craft Touring 48, offering guests an elevated arrival experience like no other. Combining cutting-edge design, enhanced comfort, and faster travel times, the latest addition redefines luxury and sets the stage for unforgettable escapes in paradise. From the moment you step aboard, the […]
Patina Maldives hosts Net Zero Dinner to celebrate festive season
Patina Maldives, Fari Islands, continues to redefine sustainable luxury with the hosting of an extraordinary Net Zero Dinner at Roots, its signature plant-based restaurant. This festive celebration showcased a perfect harmony of innovation, creativity, and eco-consciousness, setting a new benchmark for sustainable dining experiences. The evening’s ambiance was thoughtfully curated, with minimal use of electricity […]
Visit Maldives to host cultural festival for New Year
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives) has announced the ‘Maldives Culture and Food Festival’, a two-day extravaganza showcasing the Maldivian cuisine, local arts and craft, and entertainment. The festival will take place at Central Park, Hulhumale’, on New Year’s Eve, December 31st, 2024, and continue into New Year’s Day, January 1st, 2025, […]
2 cruise liners bring thousands of tourists to Maldives
Thousands of tourists have arrived in the Maldives aboard two cruise liners, MS Norwegian Sky and MS Riviera. MS Norwegian Sky, registered in the Bahamas, docked in Male on Sunday. The vessel, carrying 1,872 passengers, is set to depart Monday evening. This marks the second cruise liner to arrive in the Maldives this season. The […]
Luxury jet arrivals soar by 8% as Maldives welcomes over 2 million tourists in 2024
Velana International Airport (VIA) is bustling with activity this holiday season as high-class tourist jets flood the runway, marking an 8% increase in arrivals compared to the previous year, the Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) announced today. With the Maldives being a top destination for New Year and winter holidays, private jet arrivals are a […]
High-energy beats and island vibes: Tom Green to host JA Manafaru’s NYE After Party
JA Manafaru has announced that renowned DJ and radio presenter Tom Green will once again host an exciting after-party this year. Recognised for his high-energy performances and exceptional music selection, Green is a well-known voice in the UK, celebrated for his work on the KISS FM Breakfast Show, as well as his roles at Capital […]
Sun Siyam Resorts’ spas achieve prestigious CIDESCO accreditation across Maldives properties
Sun Siyam Resorts has announced that all spas across its five properties in the Maldives have received accreditation from the Comité International d’Esthétique et de Cosmétologie (CIDESCO), the global authority in beauty and spa therapy, as of December. This milestone underscores the resort group’s dedication to providing spa services that meet internationally recognised standards of […]
Maldives sets $5 billion tourism receipts target for 2025
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives) has set an ambitious target of $5 billion in tourism receipts for 2025. The announcement was made during a press conference held at the MMPRC headquarters on Sunday by Abdulla Ghiyas, Chairperson of MMPRC, and Ibrahim Shiuree, CEO and Managing Director of MMPRC. Building on the achievements […]
Maldives tourism marketing to shift focus to conversion-driven marketing in 2025
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) announced a new strategic direction for its tourism marketing efforts in 2025. Moving away from traditional trade shows, Visit Maldives will adopt more conversion-driven marketing tactics, with an emphasis on digital campaigns, video-based content, and strengthened international collaborations. The announcement was made at a press conference held at […]
Velaa Private Island celebrates fourth anniversary of groundbreaking CSR initiative, Fehikuramaa
The Fehikuramaa initiative, launched in 2021 as part of Velaa Private Island’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme, continues to pave the way for sustainable practices in the Noonu Atoll. By focusing on the 13 local islands, the initiative recognises the symbiotic relationship between resorts and the surrounding communities, embodying Velaa owner Smejc’s commitment to providing […]
