Visit Maldives partners with Fliggy to boost destination promotion in China
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives) and Fliggy, China’s leading online travel platform under Alibaba group, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen and amplify the Maldives’ destination presence in the Chinese market. MMPRC’s Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Ibrahim Shiuree, and Vice President of Fliggy, Tong Teng, signed […]
Ifuru Island Maldives appoints new sales managers for regional markets
Ifuru Island Maldives has appointed two distinguished sales professionals to lead its growth and market presence. Devindra De Silva has been named Sales Manager for Europe, UK, and US markets, while Manisha Walia will serve as Sales Manager for India, Asia, and Local Destination Management Companies (DMCs). Devindra brings a wealth of experience to Ifuru […]
Guesthouse Symposium 2024 set for October 10
The Maldives Islamic Bank (MIB) is set to host the Guesthouse Symposium 2024 at the Crossroads Maldives on October 10, 2024. This key event will gather guesthouse owners, industry stakeholders, and experts to explore pivotal issues and trends in the guesthouse sector. The symposium will feature panel discussions with notable figures from the industry and […]
Daily tourist arrivals in Maldives show growth after seasonal decline
Tourist arrivals in the Maldives have begun to rise following a decline during the low season. According to data from the tourism ministry, an average of 6,491 tourists arrived daily in the first week of August, marking the highest number recorded this year, excluding February. Key figures for daily tourist arrivals this year are: February […]
UK tourism promotion planned for Addu, says minister
Tourism in Addu, the southernmost region of the Maldives and a former British protectorate, will be promoted in the United Kingdom, according to Tourism Minister Ibrahim Faisal. Speaking at the Destination Addu 2024 symposium, where efforts to develop a comprehensive city brand for Addu were launched, Faisal emphasised the city’s historical significance and the need […]
Visit Maldives partners with Maldivian to enhance tourism development
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives) and Maldivian, the National Airline of the Maldives, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen our collaboration in enhancing equitable tourism development. The agreement was signed by MMPRC’s Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director (CEO and MD), Ibrahim Shiuree, and Managing Director of Maldivian, […]
Reethi Beach Resort hosts tour for Kihaadhoo School students on Youth Day
In a creditable initiative to celebrate International Youth Day 2024, Reethi Beach Resort organised a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) event, inviting 12 inquisitive students from grades 9 and 10 of Kihaadhoo School for an educational tour of the resort. This event was aimed at giving back to society, nurturing the tourism industry, and ensuring that […]
JOALI BEING to celebrate World Wellness Weekend
JOALI BEING, the first wellbeing island of its kind in the Maldives, has announced the celebration of World Wellness Weekend on 20th, 21st, and 22nd September 2024. Guests are invited to take part in an extensive line-up of activities that will take place on the island during three consecutive days. The 8th annual World Wellness […]
Male’ Aerated Water Company named exclusive Beverage Partner for Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2024
Male’ Aerated Water Company (MAWC) has been announced as the exclusive Beverage Partner for the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2024. The forum, set to take place on September 19, 2024, will focus on the theme, ‘The Evolving Luxury Landscape,’ bringing together industry leaders to discuss the future of luxury travel in the Maldives. MAWC will […]
Maldives proposes law amendment to reduce resort lease extension fees
The government has submitted a bill to parliament seeking to amend the Tourism Act, allowing resort lessees to extend their leases by paying a reduced fee. The bill was introduced by MP Abdulla Rasheed on behalf of the government. Currently, Section 9(a) of the Tourism Act permits the extension of resort leases for an additional […]
Bids open for mid-range hotels in Hulhumale’s Urban Isle
The Housing Development Corporation (HDC) on Thursday announced the opening of bids for the development and operation of three mid-range hotels in the Urban Isle section of Phase 2 in Hulhumale. The announcement invites interested parties to submit proposals for medium-sized or mid-scale hotels on three designated plots within Urban Isle. HDC stated that priority […]
Nova Maldives to host Chef Sumaya Obaid in September
Nova Maldives has unveiled the much-anticipated guest appearance of the distinguished Emirati Chef Sumaya Obaid, from the 7th to the 11th of September, 2024. Known for her innovative fusion of traditional Arabian flavours with global culinary arts, Chef Sumaya is set to offer an unparalleled dining experience within the enchanting backdrop of Nova’s island haven. […]
