Broadcom urges resorts to check rebroadcasting licences
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The Maldives Broadcasting Commission has issued a circular to inform that re-broadcasting services (cable TV services to rooms or outside areas) in tourist resorts should not be provided unless and until the registered company of the resort obtains a valid re-broadcasting license issued by the Maldives Broadcasting Commission OR through any other licensed re-broadcaster […]
Hyatt accelerates growth strategy with acquisition of wellness leader Miraval group
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced that Hyatt has acquired Miraval Group, the renowned provider of wellness and mindfulness experiences, from an affiliate of KSL Capital Partners, LLC. For over 20 years, Miraval’s flagship property in Tucson, Ariz. has been considered one of the nation’s leading wellness resorts, offering a comprehensive program of imaginative, authentic and meaningful […]
Carrier names Maldives as second best-selling destination in Indian Ocean & Arabia
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Maldives has been named second best-selling destination for the Indian Ocean and Arabian region by Carrier – a luxury tour operator based in the United Kingdom. Carrier reported January 2017 as one of its best ever booking months, with sales for 2017 having increased by 9%, following a particularly strong 2016. Maldives was named […]
Hotelier Maldives, IDeaS open Revenue Management Workshop
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hotelier Maldives – the only dedicated magazine for hospitality professionals in the country – announced today the opening of its Revenue Management Concept Workshop. The two-day workshop is organized by Hotelier Maldives and IDeaS, in association with Champa Central Hotel. The workshop, held at Champa Central Hotel from February 15 to 16, is facilitated by […]
Capture Maldives’ wonders as a Photography Ambassador
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) initiates a Photography Ambassador programme, with the opportunity for selected photographers to capture the wonders of the top holiday destination. An announcement by MMPRC said it is looking for five talented individuals to serve as official MMPRC Photography Ambassadors. The Ambassadors would be assigned work towards the creation […]
A Glimpse into the Sunny Side of Life at Saudi Arabia
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Sun Siyam Resorts, together with the Embassy of the Republic of Maldives host a special evening in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, dubbed “A Glimpse into the Sunny Side of Life.” The event was held in Riyadh on the 13th of February at Four Points by Sheraton hotel. The special event held to mark […]
Naladhu Resort Maldives and 13 Minor Hotel properties honoured with multiple TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Hotels
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Minor Hotels (MH), a hotel owner, operator and investor, currently with a portfolio of 156 hotels and resorts in 24 countries across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Europe, South America, Africa and the Indian Ocean, is celebrating an impressive number of properties being recognised in the 2017 TripAdvisor® Travellers’ Choice awards for hotels. In the […]
MATI holds 27th AGM; elects Executive Board
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) has elected members to its Executive Board. The appointments were made at the association’s 27th Annual General Meeting, held at Dharubaaruge. MATI Chairman Mohamed Umar Manik and Secretary General Ahmed Nazeer addressed the meeting, attended by members of the organization, prominent business personalities and industry stakeholders. “Mega development […]
Maldivian acquires new addition to seaplane fleet
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]National carrier Maldivian adds a new aircraft to its seaplane fleet, as part of efforts to strengthen domestic operations. With the new acquisition of the 15-seat Canadian made DHC-6 Twin Otter, the airline increased its seaplane fleet to 9. The new aircraft was brought in from Switzerland. “It is expected to join operations in a […]
Maldives Tourism Promotion Board Ltd. to oversee Maldives’ promotion
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Government – by Presidential Decree (No.: 02/2017) – has constituted the Maldives Tourism Promotion Board Limited to oversee Maldives’ tourism sector promotion. The new enterprise is a 100% state owned entity. MTPB was formed with the aim to study travel trends that drive the tourism industry, enhance tourism sector gains and explore new and […]
Tourism sector is expected to pick up pace in 2017- MMA Review
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Tourism During December 2016, total tourist arrivals increased by 14% in monthly terms while it remained largely unchanged in annual terms, and totalled 119,530. Arrivals from the European markets, especially from the United Kingdom and Germany, registered a decline in annual terms during the review month, which was off set by a growth in arrivals […]
Hurawalhi Maldives invites you for a taste of South Africa 5.8 meters below the sea
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Imagine dining 5.8 meters below the sea? How about a taste of the best in South African cuisines in an undersea restaurant, amongst the enchanting coral gardens with marine fauna giving you company? This is now a reality. Hurawalhi Maldives is bringing the taste of South Africa to your plates and glasses at the ‘spectacular’ […]
