Nominations open for Hotelier Maldives Awards 2025, presented by BestBuy Maldives (BBM)
Hotelier Maldives has announced that nominations for the Hotelier Maldives Awards 2025, presented by BestBuy Maldives (BBM), are now officially open! Scheduled to take place in May 2025, this prestigious event builds on the success of the inaugural edition held in April 2024. The upcoming awards will feature four new categories, further broadening the recognition […]
Maldives sets $5 billion tourism receipts target for 2025
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives) has set an ambitious target of $5 billion in tourism receipts for 2025. The announcement was made during a press conference held at the MMPRC headquarters on Sunday by Abdulla Ghiyas, Chairperson of MMPRC, and Ibrahim Shiuree, CEO and Managing Director of MMPRC. Building on the achievements […]
Maldives tourism marketing to shift focus to conversion-driven marketing in 2025
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) announced a new strategic direction for its tourism marketing efforts in 2025. Moving away from traditional trade shows, Visit Maldives will adopt more conversion-driven marketing tactics, with an emphasis on digital campaigns, video-based content, and strengthened international collaborations. The announcement was made at a press conference held at […]
Maldives aims for 15% tourism growth in 2025, says Minister Faisal
Maldives is targeting a 15% growth in tourism next year, aiming to welcome 2.3 million tourists and generate $5 billion in revenue, Tourism Minister Ibrahim Faisal announced today. The announcement came during a ceremony at Velana International Airport to celebrate the arrival of the tourist who marked the country achieving its 2024 tourism milestone of […]
Historic tourism milestone: two million visitors arrive in Maldives
For the first time in its history, Maldives has reached the milestone of welcoming two million tourists in a single year. This achievement marks a significant moment for the nation’s tourism industry, underscoring its global appeal as a premier travel destination. The target of two million tourists, set for this year, was officially achieved today. […]
Abu Dhabi Fund lends $40 million loan for Maldives main airport
Abu Dhabi Fund for Development on Wednesday announced an additional loan of Dh147 million ($40 million) to support the completion of the Velana International Airport (VIA) project in the Maldives. This follows an earlier loan of Dh183.5 million ($50 million) provided in 2017 for the project’s initial phases, highlighting the airport’s vital role in driving […]
Maldives set to achieve 2024 tourism target of 2 million visitors on Thursday
The Maldives is on track to reach its annual tourism target of 2 million visitors, with the milestone expected to be achieved this Thursday. Tourism Minister Ibrahim Faisal confirmed that 1.96 million tourists had arrived in the country as of December 21. Recent data from the Ministry of Tourism shows that an average of 6,259 […]
Maldives named among World’s Most Romantic Destinations by Condé Nast Traveller
The Maldives has long been synonymous with romance, and now it takes centre stage in Condé Nast Traveller’s curated list of the ‘Most Romantic Places in the World’. The magazine highlights the archipelago’s unparalleled ability to create dreamlike escapes for couples, setting a gold standard for intimate getaways. From the moment you set foot in […]
Building unique experiences: Leadership of SAii Lagoon Maldives, CROSSROADS Marina’s General Manager Alexander Traeger
In a career that spans over two decades and multiple continents, Alexander Traeger’s rise through the ranks of the hospitality industry is a story of passion, resilience, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Now the General Manager of SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton, and the CROSSROADS Marina, Traeger is reshaping the landscape of […]
Ooredoo Fun Run 2024: Hulhumale’ lights up with joy and fitness
The Ooredoo Fun Run, celebrated as the’Happiest 5K in the Maldives,’ successfully concluded on 20 December 2024 in Hulhumale’, attracting over 6,500 participants in a vibrant display of community spirit, fitness, and fun. The event, honoured by the attendance of the Vice President of the Maldives as Chief Guest, transformed Hulhumale’ into a colourful carnival […]
Holistic healing in paradise: experience Milaidhoo’s transformative wellness retreat
Milaidhoo Maldives invites guests to embrace the new year with a rejuvenating 3-Day Detox Journey this January. Nestled within the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll, this private island sanctuary provides an idyllic setting for relaxation, disconnection, and restoration of balance to the mind, body, and spirit. Designed in line with the latest wellness trends […]
Ooredoo Maldives goes digital with round-the-clock support on WhatsApp
Ooredoo Maldives has launched a verified customer support account on WhatsApp, providing its customers in the Maldives with quick, secure, and convenient service available 24/7. This initiative represents a significant step in Ooredoo’s ongoing efforts to enhance customer experiences through digital innovation. Given WhatsApp’s widespread usage across the Maldives, the platform offers a familiar and […]
