Visit Maldives strengthens China market presence at ITB China 2026
Visit Maldives is participating in ITB China 2026, one of the leading B2B travel trade exhibitions focused on the Chinese outbound market, taking place from 26–28 May 2026 at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center in Shanghai. The participation aims to strengthen the Maldives’ visibility within the Chinese travel trade sector and reinforce […]
Excitement builds in Addu ahead of Visit Maldives’ Burunu Lite fishing tournament
With just days remaining before the start of Burunu Lite Addu Edition (Ronda Masrace 1447), excitement is building across Addu City as 24 teams prepare to take part in the one-day sport fishing tournament on 28 May 2026 in Maradhoo. Organised by Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) in partnership with the Equatorial Fishing Club (EFC), the […]
Visit Maldives Corporation to showcase authentic island Eid celebrations from R. Meedhoo
The spirit, colour, and traditions of a Maldivian island Eid will take centre stage this festive season as Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) prepares to deliver immersive daily coverage of the Eid celebrations from Raa Atoll Meedhoo, bringing one of the country’s most vibrant cultural festivities to audiences around the world. Beginning on 26 May, Visit […]
Maldives to host expanded World Travel Awards Gala Ceremony 2026 on World Tourism Day
The Maldives is set to become the centre of global travel recognition on World Tourism Day, 27 September 2026, following the announcement that World Travel Awards (WTA) will expand its Gala Ceremony to include winners from across Asia and Oceania. The blockbuster event will take place at CROSSROADS Maldives, the first and only multi-island integrated […]
Visit Maldives Corporation expands Burunu Boma sport fishing series to southern atolls
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) and the Equatorial Fishing Club (EFC) will host the Burunu Lite Addu Edition (Ronda Masrace 1447), a one-day sport fishing tournament scheduled for 28 May 2026 in Maradhoo, Addu City, marking an expansion of the Burunu Boma Global Sport Fishing Tournament series and the first edition of the format to be […]
Visit Maldives showcases Maldivian cuisine at Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2026
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) is participating in the Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2026, a premier global culinary event taking place from 16th to 19th May 2026 at the International Convention Centre Wales in Newport, United Kingdom. Through this globally recognised platform, Visit Maldives is showcasing the rich culinary heritage and diverse gastronomic experiences of the […]
Visit Maldives signs partnership with Luxury Escapes to boost Australia and New Zealand markets
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Luxury Escapes Pty Ltd, one of Australia’s leading travel and lifestyle platforms, to officially represent the destination in Australia and New Zealand, with a view to expand the Maldives’ visibility across both markets. The agreement was signed on 16 May 2026 at the […]
Visit Maldives promotes destination and Melbourne charter route at Luxury Escapes LIVE 2026
Visit Maldives, together with Maldivian airline, showcases the destination’s premium travel experiences and new Melbourne charter operations at Luxury Escapes LIVE Melbourne 2026, held from 16–17 May 2026 at the Royal Exhibition Building in Melbourne, Australia. The participation is strategically aimed at strengthening the Maldives’ visibility within the Australian market while positioning the destination as […]
Visit Maldives Corporation, Housing Development Corporation lead major coral restoration initiative
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC), Housing Development Corporation (HDC) and Public Service Media have conducted one of the largest coral restoration activities in the Maldives at the Dhoonier Wreck site near Kudagiri Island as part of the Asia Media Summit 2026 hosted by PSM, bringing together around 300 international media delegates from 40 countries. The Dhoonier […]
Visit Maldives Corporation joins regional tourism leaders at PATA Summit 2026
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director Ibrahim Shiuree participated in the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2026, held on 12 May 2026 in Gyeongju, Republic of Korea, as part of the PATA Annual Summit 2026. Shiuree attended the meeting in his capacity as a Board Member of […]
NHGAM, VMC partner for ‘I AM Maldives’ international roadshows
National Hotels & Guesthouse Association of Maldives (NHGAM) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) to lead and organise a series of international roadshows under the “I AM Maldives” campaign, with VMC providing official endorsement and promotional support. Targeting key source markets in Russia, the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), […]
Visit Maldives Corporation launches public beta for Creatoll content platform
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has opened Creatoll, its global content creator platform, for public beta testing, inviting creators and industry stakeholders to engage with the platform ahead of its full release. Creatoll was first introduced as a dedicated content marketplace designed to connect Maldivian and international creators with tourism partners, brands, and global audiences. The […]
