Saudi Arabia among Maldives’ top 10 tourist markets for first time
In a notable development, Saudi Arabia has secured a position among the top ten countries with the highest tourist arrivals to the Maldives for the first time, according to statistics from the Tourism Ministry. The data reveals that 1,182 tourists have already visited the Maldives from Saudi Arabia this year. Contrasting with last year’s rankings, […]
Fairmont Maldives invites guests to ring in the Year of the Wood Dragon with extravagant Chinese New Year festivities
Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi, a private island hideaway in the pristine Shaviyani Atoll, invites guests to join the Chinese New Year festivities, happening on 9 and 10 February 2024, with delectable feasts, colorful decorations, long-observed traditions, and distinctive destination experiences that are designed to provide an extraordinary start to the Year of the Wood […]
Maldives expects to see 40% surge in Chinese tourist arrivals in 2024
Maldives expects the number of Chinese visitor arrivals this year to recover to the pre-pandemic level, with an increase of 40% compared with last year, Fathmath Thaufeeq, Managing Director of the Maldives Marketing & Public Relations Corp (MMPRC), the national tourism office of the Maldives, has said. In an exclusive interview with the China’s Global […]
Global air travel demand reaches 99% of 2019 levels
In a positive sign for the global tourism industry, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported that air travel demand has surged to 99 per cent of 2019 levels, based on its November 2023 air travel performance data. This resurgence in global travel has not only rejuvenated the aviation sector but has also had […]
Canareef Resort Maldives records largest Chinese group arrival in a day to Addu
In response to the Ministry of Tourism and MMPRC’s strategic focus on the Chinese market, Canareef Resort Maldives has taken a significant lead in this initiative, marking only the beginning of a promising trend. Welcoming a record-breaking 151 pax group, Canareef chartered two planes and secured additional seats on scheduled flights for seamless transfer from […]
Embrace indulge in romance and luxury: Kandolhu’s exclusive honeymoon offer
Embark on a journey where love and luxury intertwine as Kandolhu recently unveiled an enchanting honeymoon package, exclusively available for website bookings. Nestled in a paradise of pristine beaches and azure waters, Kandolhu presents a bespoke package designed to celebrate your union in the most enchanting way possible. Escape to Your Private Haven: Your romantic […]
Lily Beach Resort & Spa unveils exclusive wine tasting extravaganza with Julia Wolf of Balthasar Ress Winery to kickstart 30th anniversary celebrations
Kickstarting the year with a bang, Lily Beach Resort & Spa is set to elevate its culinary offerings with an exclusive wine tasting event featuring Julia Wolf, MBA in Management in Wine Business and Export Manager for Balthasar Ress Winery, the largest organic wine estate in Hessen, since 2019. On Sunday 21st January, Julia will […]
Ooredoo Maldives and Mastercard join forces to elevate travel experiences with exclusive connectivity services and benefits
Ooredoo Maldives today announced a strategic partnership with Mastercard – a global technology company in the payments industry with the aim to enable easy access to connectivity services for travellers using Mastercard. This collaboration is set to upgrade the customer experience for Mastercard cardholders traveling to the Maldives with exclusive offers and benefits offering value […]
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives debuts its Chef’s Table series with Michelin-starred Chef Zizi Hattab
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives has announced an exceptional vegan culinary adventure with visiting chef Zineb “Zizi” Hattab. From January 22 to 28, 2024, Chef Zizi will take over as guest chef for the Chef’s Table at Seasalt restaurant and The Shack private sandbank, with the support of Edelweiss Air, which provides a regular direct flight from […]
Exclusive representation for Maldivian entities at tourism fairs
Maldivian tour operators and travel agents will now have exclusive representation rights for promoting Maldives’ tourism at international fairs. The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) announced this shift in policy to prioritise local participation and enhance the promotion of the Maldivian tourism industry. MMPRC Managing Director Fathimath Thaufeeg shared the update through an […]
Maldives’ main airport sets new air traffic movement record
Velana International Airport (VIA) achieved a new milestone in air traffic movement, with a record-breaking 925 movements recorded on Saturday, as reported by the Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL). This surpasses the previous highest daily air traffic movement of 861, marking a seven percent increase. On this noteworthy day, VIA saw a total of 104 […]
Sun Siyam Iru Veli honors Maldivian heritage through exquisite coconut oil crafting
Sun Siyam Iru Veli embarked on a captivating journey into the heart of Maldivian heritage, honoring tradition and culture through a mesmerizing coconut oil making event. Guests found themselves immersed in an enchanting experience, personally partaking in the age-old art of coconut oil extraction—a beautiful exploration that unveiled the rich cultural tapestry of the Maldives. […]
