MATATO invites tourism industry partners to participate in Saudi Travel Market 2026
The Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO), in association with the Maldives Embassy in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and with Visit Maldives Corporation as the Official Destination Partner, has announced plans to participate in Saudi Travel Market (STM) 2026 as the official representative of STM for the Maldives. The event is […]
MATATO launches AI Productivity Workshop for Maldives tourism industry
The Maldives Association of Travel Agents & Tour Operators (MATATO) has announced the launch of an AI Productivity Workshop for the Maldives tourism industry, scheduled to take place on Sunday, 15 February 2026, beginning at 08:00 hrs. This one-day pilot initiative is designed as an industry-wide capacity-building programme aimed at equipping tourism professionals with the […]
MATATO announces India roadshow across key cities
The Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO), in collaboration with Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC), the National Hotels and Guesthouses Association of Maldives (NHGAM), and the National Boating Association of Maldives (NBAM), has announced the opening of registrations for the second edition of the “Welcome India” Roadshow 2026. The event is scheduled to […]
Maldives showcases strong unified presence at Qatar Travel Mart 2025
The Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) is leading a strengthened national presence at Qatar Travel Mart (QTM) 2025, which opened on 24 November at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC). The association is heading the Maldives delegation as the organiser of the official country stand, in partnership with Visit Maldives […]
MATATO raises concerns over potential TMA pilot strike and its impact on Maldives tourism
The Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) has expressed serious concern regarding the reported plans by pilots of Trans Maldivian Airways (TMA) to suspend flight operations from 26 July, in protest against changes to their salary disbursement structure. TMA plays a pivotal role in domestic air transport logistics, operating the world’s largest […]
MATATO, Visit Maldives, mission in New York organise fam trip to boost US market
The Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) and the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC), in collaboration with the Maldives Mission in New York, recently organised a high-profile familiarisation (fam) trip aimed at strengthening the Maldives’ position within the highly competitive US travel market. The fam trip brought together a select […]
MATATO holds Maldives Travel Conference 2025 Women’s Edition in Addu
Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) on Saturday concluded the Maldives Travel Conference 2025, Women’s Edition in Addu. The conference was hosted by Equator Village in Addu City as the event’s Venue Partner, followed by a free training on financial literacy organised by Business Centre Corporation (BCC). Endorsed by the Ministry of […]
MATATO elects new executive board
Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) for the 2024/25 term on Wednesday. During the meeting, a new executive board was elected to guide the association’s activities and initiatives. The elected board members are: Abdulla Ghiyas Riyaz, President Mohamed Khaleel, Vice President Mohamed Shaz (Waleed), Vice President […]
NHGAM’s ‘I AM Maldives Roadshow’ strengthens tourism ties with Azerbaijan and Georgia
The National Hotels and Guest House Association of Maldives (NHGAM), in collaboration with Visit Maldives and MATATO, successfully concluded the ‘I AM Maldives Roadshow,’ held from December 17th to 20th, 2024, in Tbilisi, Georgia, and Baku, Azerbaijan. This event represented a significant step toward strengthening tourism ties between the Maldives and these emerging markets. The […]
Air Arabia partners with NHGAM for the “I AM Maldives” roadshow in Azerbaijan and Georgia
December 17–20, 2024, marks a milestone for Maldivian tourism as Air Arabia joins hands with the National Hotel and Guesthouse Association of Maldives (NHGAM) for the highly anticipated “I AM Maldives” Roadshow, set to captivate audiences in Azerbaijan and Georgia. In collaboration with MATATO – PATA Maldives Chapter, Visit Maldives, and other esteemed stakeholders, this […]
MATATO and Villa College partner to elevate tourism education and professional development
The Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) has entered into a strategic partnership with Villa College, formalising their collaboration through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This landmark agreement aims to enhance academic and professional opportunities for MATATO members and foster the development of future talent in the tourism industry. Through this partnership, […]
MATATO partners with organisers for WTM London 2024
Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) has officially partnered with RX Global, the organisers of the World Travel Market (WTM), for the upcoming WTM London 2024. This partnership was solidified positions MATATO as the only travel and tourism association in the Maldives to secure such a significant collaboration with them. WTM London, […]
