MATATO Collaborated with Korean Tourism Organisation for Roadshow Event at Maagiri
Yesterday, the Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) partnered with the Korean Tourism Organisation (KTO) for a roadshow event in Male’ at Maagiri Hotel. The roadshow aimed to promote bilateral tourism between the Maldives and Korea. This event was a platform to introduce KTO to MATATO members, stakeholders, and the media. In […]
Ministry of Tourism Launches 5th Tourism Master Plan
On May 25, 2023, the Maldives Ministry of Tourism launched the destination’s 5th Tourism Master Plan (5TMP) at a ceremony held at Maldives National University. The document sets out the vision, policy priorities, and strategies for the Maldives tourism industry over the next 5 years. The 5TMP is a long-term plan to address the challenges […]
Four Seasons Landaa Giraavaru Hosted Marine Biology Internship for Local Students
Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru hosted the first Marine Biology Internship Program in collaboration with the Baa Atoll Council to inspire young students to take a proactive role in protecting the oceans for generations to come. Running from May 18 to 20, 2023, the three-day program was attended by 12 students from 12 […]
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi Offering Special Summer Fares to Maldives from $103
Budget airline Wizz Air Abu Dhabi has announced special summer fares to a number of destinations, including the Maldives. Passengers can fly from Abu Dhabi to the Maldives daily for rates starting at AED 379 (approximately USD $103.21). The special summer fares are now available for booking. Passengers are encouraged to make booking well in […]
11 Maldives Resorts Top-Rated in Tripadvisors Travelers’ Choice 2023 Awards
Tripadvisor revealed the winners of the 2023 Travelers Choice Best of the Best Hotel Awards. The 2023 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Hotel Awards are decided through an analysis of the quantity and quality of hotel reviews from real travelers over a 12-month period (January 1 and December 31, 2022). Eleven resorts in the […]
UNWTO Report Shows Potential of Tourism on Rural Development
At the 118th Session of the UNWTO Executive Council in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, the organization launched the report Tourism and Rural Development: A Policy Perspective. The aim of the report is to determine the status of rural tourism in UNWTO Member States and identify the key challenges and opportunities of tourism as a driver […]
Hotelier Maldives LinkedIn Followers Surpass 40,000
Hotelier Maldives’ LinkedIn Page has received over 40,000 followers. The Maldives leading B2B hospitality magazine utilizes LinkedIn to share industry news, insights, appointments and relevant product reviews. With the Maldives remote geography, LinkedIn is an essential platform to keep industry leaders informed and connected. Over the past 10 years, Hotelier Maldives has amassed a readership […]
China Predicted to be a Major Market for Sleep Tourism In Maldives
Sleep tourism, also known as “dream tourism” or “sleepcations,” is a relatively new trend that has emerged in the travel industry. It revolves around the concept of traveling with the primary purpose of achieving high-quality sleep and rejuvenation. In a fast-paced and stressful world, sleep tourism offers individuals an opportunity to escape their daily routines […]
Maldives Predicted to be World’s Leading Luxury Destination for Investors
A recent report by JLL, exploring the evolution of global luxury hospitality, found that the once-niche luxury sector of hospitality is exploding. The demand for luxury hotels has risen with the growth of global wealth, spiking investors’ interest in the luxury hospitality industry with observed accelerating fundamental performance and rising yields. The introduction of luxury […]
UNWTO Invites Maldives to be the First Country to Join the Global Tourism Plastics Initiative
At UNWTO’s 118th Executive Council, the Maldives was invited along with the Dominican Republic to become the first countries to join the Global Tourism Plastics Initiative. The initiative seeks to unite tourism stakeholders to address the root causes of plastic pollution and move towards a circular economy of plastics. The 118th session of the Executive […]
How are Travelers Engaging in Regenerative Travel in 2023?
Regenerative and sustainable travel are often used interchangeably, but there are a few differences. Sustainable tourism seeks to minimize the negative impact of tourism. Regenerative tourism goes a step further and seeks a benefit for all stakeholders, nature, hosts, guests, and the local community. Booking.com’s annual Sustainable Travel Report provides insights on how over 33,000 […]
New Details and Renderings of Al Mahra Maldives Opening in 2025
Earlier this month, FAM Holding Group announced a $218 million resort development project of Al Mahra Maldives. The development is expected to take two years with the handover to take place in Q2 2025. FAM Holdings has released new details and renderings of the project. The project is currently in the design phase and construction […]
