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 […]
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 […]
Bids Open for Maafaru Airport Terminal Expansion Project
Island Aviation Services Limited, the operator of Maafaru International Airport, invites interested and eligible bidders to submit proposals to expand the N. Maafaru Airport Terminal. To participate, bidders are required to purchase tender documents from IASL for a non-refundable amount of MVR 15,000. The deadline for submission is 23:59 Hrs on 12th February 2023. The […]
Around the World Cruise Arrived In Malé with 1,620 Tourists
The Italian cruise ship Costa Deliziosa arrived in Maldives with 1,620 tourists earlier this week. The cruise is operated by the Italian company Costa Crociere. This is the second cruise ship to arrive in Malé City this year. The ship brought 1,620 tourists of different nationalities to the Maldives. The ship is on a 128 […]
Maldivian Aero to Suspend Night Flights from Hanimaadhoo Airport
From March 1, 2023, all Maldivian flights scheduled from 20:00 hrs and 8:00 hrs from Hanimaadhoo Airport will be temporarily suspended. All flights between Hanimaadhoo and Trivandrum, India are also suspended indefinitely. The flight suspensions are due to the expansion project of Hanimaadhoo International Airport. The construction work will take place between 8 PM and […]
30% Increase in Tourist Arrivals in January 2023 Compared to 2022
Tourist arrivals in January 2023 see a 30.9% increase compared to 2022. In January, there were 178,159 arrivals compared to 136,146 arrivals in January 2022. Arrivals this year are nearly double than January 2021 with 94,261 arrivals. The growth indicates a strong post COVID-19 recovery for the industry. The top three markets are Russia, India […]
Villa Air Unveils New Livery Inspired by Maldivian Nature
Villa Air unveils a new livery to its fleet. The livery captures a Maldivian essence with a beautiful bright blue and green hues inspired by the turquoise lagoons and lush island greenery. The spotted pattern draws inspiration from majestic whale sharks. On October 1, 2011, Villa Air began operations. Villa Airport in Maamigili, the first […]
