Sichuan Airlines resumes Maldives flights after 7 years
Sichuan Airlines, one of China’s leading carriers, has resumed flights to the Maldives after seven years. The resumption flight, carrying 186 passengers, landed at Velana International Airport at 6:05pm Tuesday evening, where it was welcomed with a special water salute, symbolising the revival of tourism connections. Sichuan Airlines will operate three weekly flights, bridging the […]
China to secure top three spot among Maldives’ tourism source markets
The Maldives’ tourism industry is witnessing a remarkable resurgence, with China projected to claim a spot among the top three source markets for the nation’s tourism this year. The Tourism Ministry’s estimations reveal that China, once the largest source market of tourists before the Covid pandemic, is set to regain its position of prominence in […]
China’s Sichuan Airlines to begin Maldives flights on Aug 29
Sichuan Airlines, a prominent player in China’s aviation industry, is embarking on an exciting venture by introducing a brand-new flight route to the picturesque Maldives. Commencing operations on August 29, the airline will offer a convenient schedule of three weekly flights, connecting Chengdu and Male’. Anticipating the surging demand for travel to this breathtaking destination, […]
China overtakes Germany as Maldives’ fourth-largest tourism market
China has emerged as a dominant force in the Maldives’ tourism industry, surpassing Germany to secure its position as the fourth-largest tourism market for the exotic archipelago. According to official data released by the Maldives’ Ministry of Tourism, a total of 67,822 Chinese tourists have visited the Maldives so far this year. This surge in […]
Industry Expert: Riding out the yuan storm
China’s sudden currency devaluation has rattled stock and financial markets worldwide, but the Asian travel sector appears to weather the economic turbulence well – at least for the time being.
