Nominations for Hotelier Maldives Awards 2025 to open on January 1
Hotelier Maldives is preparing to host the second edition of the Hotelier Maldives Awards, scheduled to take place in early May 2025. Following the success of the inaugural event in April 2024, the upcoming awards will be even more impactful, with the addition of four new categories: Watersports, Diving, Airport Representative, and Resort Manager. These […]
Easter 2025 at The Nautilus Maldives: Sustainable journey of renewal, family bonding
Easter at The Nautilus Maldives is a heartfelt celebration of family, sustainability, and the wonders of nature. From 15th to 22nd April 2025, this award-winning ultra-luxury private island invites guests to create cherished moments through meaningful, eco-conscious experiences. Highlights include coral planting workshops, tree-planting ceremonies, eco-snorkelling safaris, and guided nature walks, each designed to immerse […]
Maldives among Forbes Travel Guide’s top destinations for 2025
Maldives has been named one of Forbes Travel Guide’s top destinations for 2025, solidifying its position as a premier global travel hotspot. Known for its pristine beaches, overwater villas, and unrivalled natural beauty, the Maldives continues to capture the imagination of travelers seeking far-flung luxury and wellness experiences. Forbes Travel Guide’s selection reflects a growing […]
MAHRP completes groundbreaking HRD Audit program, empowering HR professionals
The Maldives Association of Human Resource Professionals (MAHRP) announced the successful completion of the TVRLS Certified HRD Audit 2500™ Program, an innovative initiative designed to improve HR practices and elevate the standard of HR professionalism in the Maldives. The program was conducted by the renowned HR expert, Professor T.V. Rao, alongside Nandhini Rao, marking a […]
President ratifies forex bill requiring dollar exchange in tourism
President Mohamed Muizzu on Saturday ratified the Foreign Exchange Bill, which introduces new regulations requiring foreign exchange earners in the tourism sector to exchange a portion of their foreign currency earnings to Maldivian rufiyaa. Parliament on passed the bill on Thursday. Key provisions of the law include: Category A establishments (resorts): Resorts can either exchange $500 […]
Fuvahmulah named Best Shark Diving Destination at Hong Kong DRT Show
Fuvahmulah has been crowned the ‘Best Shark Diving Destination’ at the 2024 Diving Resort & Travel (DRT) Show held in Hong Kong. This prestigious recognition solidifies the Maldivian island’s reputation as a global hotspot for thrilling and sustainable shark diving experiences. Renowned for its exceptional underwater ecosystem, Fuvahmulah offers divers a unique opportunity to encounter […]
Maldives records 2% decline in December tourist arrivals
Maldives experienced a 2% decline in tourist arrivals during the peak season this December compared to the same period last year, according to data from the Ministry of Tourism. From December 1 to 11, the number of tourists decreased from 63,523 in 2023 to 62,249 in 2024. Despite this decline, the total number of tourists […]
Manta Air, Crown & Champa Resorts partner for luxurious guest transfers
Manta Air has announced an exclusive domestic transfer partnership with Crown & Champa Resorts, a premier luxury hospitality brand in the Maldives. This strategic collaboration aims to provide seamless and luxurious transfer services for guests of Crown & Champa Resorts. Starting from 17th December 2024, Manta Air will operate scheduled flights to Madivaru Airport using […]
Maldives welcomes first cruise ship following regulatory overhaul
Maldives recently welcomed the Italian-flagged cruise ship AIDA, carrying 2,139 tourists. Operated primarily for Swiss, Austrian, and German visitors, the ship arrived on December 8, 2024, from Muscat, Oman. This visit marks the first cruise ship arrival since regulatory changes were implemented at the request of the Maldives Association of Yacht Agents (MAYA). The AIDA’s […]
Forex bill proposes optional $500 per tourist exchange
Parliament on Monday received the new foreign exchange bill, which proposes to change the current mandatory requirement for resorts to exchange $500 per tourist optional or to enable them to exchange 20% of revenue instead. The bill was presented by Inguraidhoo MP and PNC parliamentary group leader Ibrahim Falah on behalf of the government. It […]
Discovering depths: new fish species emerges in Maldivian seas
In a breakthrough for marine science, a new species of fish has been discovered in the pristine waters of the Maldives. Named Chromis Abadhah, the species derives its name from the Maldivian Dhivehi word Abadhah, meaning perpetual, symbolising the ongoing commitment to planetary conservation. The name also acknowledges the support of the Rolex Perpetual Planet […]
Maldives surpasses 2023 tourist arrival numbers; set for 2 million record for 2024
Maldives has achieved a milestone in its tourism sector, surpassing the total tourist arrivals recorded in 2023. By December 7, 2024, the country had welcomed 1,877,567 tourists, exceeding last year’s total of 1,723,838. Tourism Minister Ibrahim Faisal announced the achievement on X on Sunday, sharing, “Proud to share that the Maldives has surpassed last year’s […]
