2023 Starts Strong with 20% Increase in Tourists Arrivals
Tourist arrivals in the first two weeks of 2023 see a 20.8% growth compared to 2022. There were 75,485 arrivals by January 14, 2023 compared to 62,504 in 2022. The top three markets are Russia, Italy and India. So far, in 2023, Russians account for 16.9% of arrivals. Italy enjoys 11.4% market share and India […]
Ausy Waseem, One of the Industry’s Youngest Resort Managers
Hailing from the southern island of Fuvamulah, Ausy Waseem is making his mark in the tourism industry as one of the youngest resort managers. A modern outlook matched with unique ideas and a brilliant mind, Ausy handles the operations of one of the largest island resorts in the Maldives; Siyam World. Inspired by his father’s […]
Six Senses Laamu Inaugurates SHELL, a Hub for Environmental Learning
Six Senses Laamu announces the opening of the Sea Hub for Environmental Learning in Laamu (SHELL) on March 1, 2023. The multi-use space will house the Maldives Underwater Initiative (MUI), a marine conservation collaborative consisting of Six Senses Laamu marine biologists and partner NGOs, The Manta Trust, Blue Marine Foundation, and the Olive Ridley Project. […]
Vilunü Ventures into Scent Marketeering
On January 9, 2023, Vilunü celebrated three years of creating modern bespoke scents inspired by lush Maldivian nature. The local brand’s success is evident as Vilunü recently entered the field of scent marketing. Scent has the powerful ability to inspire feelings of nostalgia and delightful memories. Scent is an underutilized yet valuable sense for the […]
Villa Resorts Appoints Elena Boritskaia as Sales Manager for CIS market
Villa Resorts has announced the appointment of established sales leader Elena Boritskaia as Sales Manager for the Russia and CIS market. With over 14 years of experience in innovative sales and marketing, Elena brings a wealth of knowledge to Villa Resorts. Elena began her career with ANEX Tour, one of the top tour operators in […]
Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands Appoints Mark Aldridge as Sales and Marketing Director
Mark Aldridge is appointed as Sales and Marketing Director of The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands, Ritz-Carlton’s debut property in the Maldives. With over 20 years of international hotel experience, Mark brings both proven excellence in hospitality market-share growth and a global perspective to his new position, commencing January 2023. Under an expanded role, Mark becomes […]
Celebrate Infinite Love at Baros Maldives
Celebrate love this February at Baros Maldives, named the “World’s Most Romantic Resort” in 2022 by the World Travel Awards. Recognised for creating and nurturing beautifully romantic settings, Baros celebrates infinite love this Valentine’s Day with a selection of carefully crafted romantic experiences. Celebrate love underwater, in the spa or with delectable cuisine. For couples […]
Decompression Chamber Opens in Maldives Capital
ADK Hospital is the Maldives’ first medical facility to open a Hyperbaric Treatment Unit, or decompression chamber. On January 10, 2023, ADK’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. Abdulla Niyaf inaugurated the unit. The unit can be used for treating non-healing wounds, burns, infections, and decompression sickness. Decompression sickness is a condition associated with SCUBA diving accidents. […]
BML Appoints Karl Stumke as Managing Director
Bank of Maldives announced on January 10, 2023 the appointment of CEO Karl Stumke as the new Managing Director. Stumke assumed the role of CEO on October 23, 2022. Following the Extraordinary General Meeting, the government appointed Karl to the Board of Directors. Karl Stumke has over 36 years of experience leading banks at Executive […]
Amaa’s Kitchen: An Immersive Traditional Maldivian Dining Experience
The traditional flavours of authentic Maldivian cuisine are far from new for travellers to the Maldives. However, the concept of an exclusive Maldivian dinner at a luxury resort, where guests can witness the traditional way of cooking, is a brand-new experience. This is precisely what Amaa’s Kitchen offers! LUX* South Ari Atoll is known for […]
Rocking Festive Season Wraps Up at Amilla Maldives
Celebrating through the holidays of Christmas, New Year’s and Orthodox Christmas, after 17 days of world-class parties and entertainment, the festive season at Amilla Maldives Resorts and Residences comes to a close. The first nine days built up the hype for the live New Year’s Eve performance by British singer Pixie Lott and DJ Scott […]
Maldives to Welcome Chinese Tourists without Discrimination
The Maldivian government has announced that they will not impose extra restrictions on Chinese tourists. As a response to the rapid spread of COVID-19, the United States and some European countries are requiring Chinese tourists to carry vaccine certificates and negative PCR test results. As reported by local news, tourism minister, Dr. Abdulla Mausoom clarifies […]
