Tourism minister calls for greater Maldivian ownership in resorts
Tourism Minister Ibrahim Faisal has reiterated the government’s commitment to increasing Maldivian ownership and leadership in the tourism sector, particularly within resorts. Speaking on World Tourism Day, Faisal highlighted this as one of the government’s key objectives. Faisal said that Maldivians show strong interest in tourism and that the government is encouraging young people to […]
Maldives faces challenge from Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Project, says tourism minister
Tourism Minister Ibrahim Faisal stated that Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Project poses a challenge to the Maldives’ tourism industry. He noted that this initiative mirrors Maldives’ renowned attractions, including white sandy beaches, lush greenery, and peaceful islands. Speaking on World Tourism Day, Faisal highlighted the Maldives’ position as a world-leading tourism destination. However, maintaining this […]
Maldives to open training resort in 2 years
The Maldives is set to open the groundbreaking training resort in collaboration with the Maldives National University (MNU) within the next two years, according to Dr. Maryam Mariya, Minister of Higher Education. The initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance local participation and expertise in the nation’s thriving tourism industry. Speaking to the […]
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 & […]
Maldives recovers $5 million debt from tourism businesses
The government has recovered $5 million (MVR 77.1 million) from the tourism industry in the past 17 days, Tourism Minister Ibrahim Faisal said on Saturday. Addressing the nation at the Independence Day celebrations on Friday evening, President Mohamed Muizzu said the state lost $513 million due to the negligence of previous governments. The president said […]
Maldives’ first ever travel exhibition ‘Vacations Expo 2016’ to launch soon
Maldives is holding its first travel / holiday exhibition, ‘Vacations Expo’ in Augus aimed at local business travellers, locals, diplomats and expats.
‘Following the Equator’: Maldives’ first international tourism film festival launched
The International Tourism Film Festival Maldives (ITFFM) was inaugurated yesterday at the Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Maldives resort.
September arrivals decline by 13 percent in the Maldives
Arrivals in September plunged 13 percent in monthly terms according to the Maldives Monetary Authority’s Monthly Economic Review.
