KrisFlyer to launch world’s first Blockchain-based airline loyalty digital wallet
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Singapore Airlines has announced that it’s KrisFlyer frequent-flyer programme is to launch a world-first blockchain-based airline loyalty digital wallet capability that will help unlock the value of KrisFlyer miles to enable everyday spending at retail partners. A new KrisFlyer digital wallet app utilising this innovative technology is expected to be rolled out in about six […]
2017 tourist arrivals surpass previous records
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Maldives ended 2017 with a record 1.39 million tourist arrivals, as the island destination surpassed the tourist record of 1.29 million set in 2016. Official figures for the month of December released by the Ministry of Tourism cite that a total of 143,041 tourists visited the Maldives during the month — a 19.7 percent increase over the […]
Centara honours top-seller DMCs with annual award night
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Centara honours its top-seller Destination Management Companies by holding a special function. The Annual DMC Top Seller Awards night, held at Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa, saw the presentation of awards to the top 10 travel agencies of the two Centara properties in the Maldives; Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives and Centara […]
Maldives tourism targets Middle East with MATATO Roadshow
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Maldivian Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) has launched a promotional roadshow that will see a delegation of tour agents and tour operators, to visit top cities in the UAE, Kuwait, Qatar and Oman, as part of an ongoing effort to increase the number of tourists visiting the island. The roadshows kicked off […]
Hollywood ace cosmetic surgeon Dr David Alessi back in Niyama Private Islands Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Niyama Private Islands Maldives is gearing up to welcome the “beauty whisperer to the stars” Dr David Alessi back for a residency. Dr Alessi is jetting into one of Condé Nast Traveler’s Best Resorts of the World for an exclusive residency at Drift by Niyama, from March 25 to April 5. The only cosmetic surgeon […]
Romance in Maldives at Jumeirah Vittaveli
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Jumeirah Vittaveli is inviting couples to celebrate their love in front of the island’s romantic backdrop of palm trees swaying in the wind with the ocean gently whispering love poems to guests strolling down the powder soft beach. According to Jumeirah Vittaveli, it has dreamed up a selection of extraordinary experiences for guests to indulge in, […]
Valentine’s Day celebrations at Dusit Thani Maldives
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Dusit Thani Maldives is getting ready to celebrate Valentine’s Day in style with a host of romantic activities for all the lovebirds out there as it says the “countdown is on to the most romantic day of the year.” For foodies, our talented team of chefs will be preparing everything the heart and stomach desires, […]
Travel Advisories urge for caution while visiting Maldives, as government declares State of Emergency
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A number of countries have asked their citizens to exercise caution when visiting the Maldives, following the government’s decision to declare a State of Emergency. Maldives’ President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom declared a State of Emergency on February 5, for a 15-day period. The Government assures the tourism and travel trade that all tourism-related businesses […]
Maldives looks to tap into Indian market
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Maldives is setting out a strategy to attract more Indian guests, with the island nation seeing rapid growth from the country as a source market. According to statistics released by the Ministry of Tourism for 2016, Indian arrivals surged 27.9 percent to 66,955, by the end of 2016, making it the country’s fifth largest […]
2017 was a positive year for tourism industry, says MATI
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) states that 2017 had been a positive year for the association and the Maldives’ tourism industry as a whole. MATI recently held its 28th Annual General Meeting, which saw the appointment of its Executive Board for the year 2018. The meeting was held in Kurumba Maldives this year. “Reflecting […]
Niyama Private Islands hosts two Michelin-starred chef Heiko Nader
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Niyama Private Islands is hosting two Michelin-starred chef Heiko Nader, who will be making his third guest appearance by popular request at the Edge—the signature restaurant. For one night only, on February 22, Chef Heiko will serve up an exclusive eight-course tasting menu paired with the finest wines, according to the resort. Chef Heiko’s innovative […]
HR Maldives opens registration for HR Summit & Expo 2018
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]HR Maldives opens registration for HR Summit & Expo 2018, the first-ever workforce management exhibition in the Maldives. The HR Summit 2018 is to be held at Dharubaruge, on March 3, 2018. The HR Summit is an annual event designed to bring together business executives, HR directors and other HR professionals from a broad spectrum […]
