Maldives tourist arrivals from India show signs of recovery
Tourist arrivals from India to the Maldives are showing signs of recovery, according to the latest data published by the Ministry of Tourism. As of 28 May, the number of Indian visitors to the Maldives totalled 54,257. This marks an increase of 1,549 arrivals compared to the same period last year, representing a 3 percent […]
Visit Maldives appoints Katrina Kaif as global brand ambassador
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives) has announced Katrina Kaif, lifestyle icon, as the Global Brand Ambassador for the Maldives. This exciting collaboration comes on the heels of Visit Maldives’ special Summer Sale Campaign, designed to entice more travellers to discover the breathtaking natural beauty, vibrant marine life, and exclusive luxurious experiences […]
Maldives offers India’s Sunrisers Hyderabad cricket team reset
With their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 campaign at a critical juncture, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) opted for a much-needed escape — a team retreat to the Maldives. The squad and support staff landed in the Maldives over the weekend, taking advantage of a break between matches to reset mentally and recharge for the crucial weeks […]
Indian market shows growth after decline, Maldives tourism minister says
Tourism Minister Thoriq Ibrahim stated that tourist arrivals from India to the Maldives are showing signs of growth after a period of decline. Speaking at a press conference held at the President’s Office on Wednesday, the minister presented a chart indicating a gradual monthly increase in tourist arrivals from India since the beginning of 2025. […]
Anant Ambani in Maldives for vacation
The family of Indian businessman Mukesh Ambani is currently vacationing in the Maldives. During the trip, Ambani’s youngest son, Anant Ambani, made a visit to the inhabited island of HDh. Makunudhoo from the Soneva Secret resort, where the family is staying. According to local residents, Anant travelled to the island on a jet ski, accompanied […]
President invites Indian investors, film stars to explore Maldives’ tourism opportunities
President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu of the Maldives delivered a keynote address at a tourism and trade promotion event in Mumbai on Tuesday, emphasising the strong bond between Maldives and India, with a particular focus on the thriving tourism sector. The event, held during President Muizzu’s state visit to India, highlighted the potential for expanding tourism […]
Indian film stars return to Maldives for holidays after brief hiatus
After a period of reduced visits from Indian film stars, the Maldives is once again seeing an increase in high-profile visitors from the Indian entertainment industry. Prominent Bollywood stars and TV personalities have been choosing the Maldives as their preferred holiday destination, with some even celebrating birthdays, wedding anniversaries, and other special occasions in the […]
India’s EaseMyTrip resumes Maldives bookings amid strengthened relations
EaseMyTrip, one of India’s leading online travel platforms, has resumed bookings to the Maldives following recent improvements in diplomatic relations between the two nations. The decision comes after a constructive discussion with the Maldives Ministry of Tourism and reflects the growing cooperation between India and the Maldives. Nishant Pitti, Co-Founder and CEO of EaseMyTrip, commented […]
Maldives seeks Indian investment for resort development near Hanimaadhoo airport
Tourism Minister Ibrahim Faisal announced on Thursday that efforts are underway to attract Indian investors to develop and open three resorts near HDh. Hanimaadhoo International Airport. In a briefing about the recent Welcome India roadshow, Faisal emphasised the need for 4,000 to 6,000 tourism beds in the region to ensure the airport operates efficiently. He […]
‘Welcome India’ event to propel India to third place in Maldives tourist arrivals: Faisal
The Welcome India tourism promotional event, held in three Indian cities last week, is expected to elevate India to the third-largest source of tourist arrivals to the Maldives, according to Tourism Minister Ibrahim Faisal. The event, organised jointly by the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) and the Maldives Association of Travel Agents & […]
India to become top 3 tourism market for Maldives, Faisal says
Tourism Minister Ibrahim Faisal has announced that relations between India and the Maldives have been on the upswing since President Dr Mohamed Muizzu attended the swearing-in ceremony of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In a phone interview with PSM from New Delhi, Faisal expressed confidence that India would emerge as one of the top three […]
Air India to begin non-stop flights from Bangalore, Mumbai to Maldives
Air India is gearing up to introduce non-stop flights connecting Maldives with the Indian cities of Bangalore and Mumbai. In previous winter seasons, Air India had operated direct flights to Maldives; however, these services were not available during other times of the year. Villa Travels, Air India’s Maldivian passenger sales agent, took to social media […]