Visit Maldives concludes Superyacht Promotion Campaign
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has concluded its inaugural Superyacht Promotion Campaign, marked by participation in two international yachting events, the MYBA Charter Show and the Monaco Yacht Show. Launched in late 2025, the campaign was designed to position the Maldives within the global luxury yacht tourism segment, targeting high-net-worth individuals, yacht owners, charter brokers and […]
Visit Maldives and PATA announce tourism webinar on conflict impact
Visit Maldives Corporation, in collaboration with the Pacific Asia Travel Association, has announced a webinar titled “The Conflict Playbook for Travel – Adapt, Pivot, Lead (Maldives Edition)”, scheduled for 9 April 2026 at 13:00 hrs Maldives time (15:00 hrs Bangkok time). The session is intended to address challenges affecting the global tourism sector, particularly the […]
Maldives to host World Creator Summit and Awards 2026
The Maldives is set to step onto the global stage as a new hub for the creator economy with the launch of the World Creator Summit 2026 and the World Creator Awards 2026, powered by Creatoll. Taking place from 20 to 25 September 2026, the new programme will bring together leading creators, platforms, publishers, tourism […]
Visit Maldives targets India, China, and Russia with ‘SeaSational Summer’ digital campaign
The Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has announced the launch of an extensive destination advertising campaign across Google, DV360, YouTube, and Meta (Facebook & Instagram). Titled “SeaSational Summer,” this aggressive digital push is designed to boost visitor arrivals during the upcoming shoulder season, specifically targeting April, May, June, and July, by capitalising on high-intent travel searches […]
Visit Maldives endorses four-city roadshow in India
Visit Maldives has announced its official endorsement of the Tatabye Maldives Four-City Roadshow, organised by Tatabye Tours, one of India’s leading island destination specialists and a top producer for the Maldives. This multi-city, B2B trade initiative is one of the largest Maldives-focused roadshows planned in the Indian market, featuring participation from 25 luxury Maldivian resorts. […]
Visit Maldives invites industry participation in additional 2026 trade fairs
Visit Maldives has announced an Expression of Interest for participation in a series of additional international travel trade fairs scheduled for the remaining months of 2026 across a number of strategic markets. In light of the evolving situation in the Middle East, Visit Maldives is closely monitoring developments and taking proactive steps to address any […]
ATM 2026 postponed to August; Visit Maldives confirms continued participation
Visit Maldives has announced that the 2026 edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) has been postponed, with the event now scheduled to take place from August 17 to 20, 2026, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Originally set for May, the revised dates were confirmed by event organisers, RX, who cited the need to prioritise […]
Visit Maldives formalises participation in Belgrade Expo 2027
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has officially formalised its participation in Belgrade Expo 2027 following the successful conclusion of the Second Annual Planning Meeting held in Belgrade. The participation agreement was signed by the CEO and Managing Director, Ibrahim Shiuree, solidifying the Maldives’ commitment to this major global platform. The agreement marks the transition from initial […]
Visit Maldives launches response strategy amid global flight disruptions
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC), in close coordination with national ministries and industry stakeholders, has launched a comprehensive response strategy to address the ongoing disruptions affecting the global aviation network. Recognising the operational difficulties and anxiety caused by recent flight cancellations, Visit Maldives is prioritising traveler safety and destination resilience through a series of proactive measures […]
Maldives to serve as host country of ITB Berlin 2027
The Maldives will take center stage as the Official Host Country of ITB Berlin 2027, presenting the beauty, diversity and hospitality of the island nation in the Indian Ocean to the global travel industry at the World’s Leading Travel Trade Show. The partnership was officially sealed during ITB Berlin 2026: Ibrahim Shiuree, CEO and Managing […]
Registration opens for Burunu Boma Global Sport Fishing Tournament 2026
The Burunu Boma Global Sport Fishing Tournament is now officially open for registration, inviting elite anglers from around the world to compete in the Maldives’ premier sport fishing event from 13th to 15th June 2026. Organised by Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC), this flagship initiative celebrates the nation’s deep-rooted fishing heritage while promoting high-value adventure tourism. […]
Visit Maldives reinforces premium positioning at ITB Berlin 2026
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has officially commenced its participation at ITB Berlin, held from 3–5 March 2026 at Messe Berlin, marking a powerful start to the Maldives’ global marketing drive as it advances toward Visit Maldives Year 2027. This year, 67 co-exhibitors are participating under the Visit Maldives banner, demonstrating strong industry alignment and a […]
