Maldives aims to reclaim India among top tourism markets
In an effort to reclaim India as one of its top three tourism source markets, the Maldives has launched a concerted campaign to attract Indian travellers back to its idyllic islands. This move comes after a diplomatic row last year led to a noticeable dip in Indian tourist arrivals, pushing India to the sixth spot […]
Maldives begins ‘Welcome India’ roadshow series in India
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives), together with the Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) and National Hotels and Guesthouses Association of Maldives (NHGAM), on Tuesday began the ‘Welcome India” roadshow series in India alongside 24 industry partners. The Maldives delegation at the event include Ibrahim Faisal, Minister of […]
Visit Maldives, NHGAM sign agreement to promote Maldives
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives) and the National Hotel and Guesthouse Association of Maldives (NHGAM) on Sunday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to effectively promote the destination Maldives. This collaboration aims to amplify the Maldives’ appeal as a top tourist destination. The agreement was signed by MMPRC’s Chief Executive Officer […]
Visit Maldives, MATATO, NHGAM make final preparations for India roadshow
The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives), in collaboration with the Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) and the National Hotels and Guesthouses Association of Maldives (NHGAM) are making the final preparations for the upcoming series of roadshows in India. The ‘Welcome India’ roadshow aims to strengthen the Maldives’ position […]
Maldives to channel tourism revenue into destination marketing
President Mohamed Muizzu has decided to allocate a portion of tourism tax revenue to promote tourism in the Maldives, Tourism Minister Ibrahim Faisal announced on Saturday. Speaking on Sangu TV, Faisal highlighted that the primary challenge in promoting Maldivian tourism has been the insufficient budget. However, after discussions with President Muizzu, the president has decided […]
Visit Maldives, MATI sign agreement to strengthen collaboration
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives) and the Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen collaboration and amplify destination marketing efforts. “We are delighted to formalise this important collaboration with MATI,” said Ibrahim Shiuree, CEO and Managing Director of MMPRC. “MATI’s extensive industry […]
Abdulla Ghiyas appointed MMPRC chairman
Abdulla Ghiyas, President of Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO), has been appointed as the chairman at the Maldives Marketing and PR Corporation (MMPRC). As a leading figure at MATATO, he has helped the independent non-profit organisation with activities that include advocacy, training, recognition, familiarisation trips, international trade shows, destination marketing, government […]
MMPRC sees new board appointments following leadership changes
Two new members have joined the board of directors of the Maldives Marketing and PR Corporation (MMPRC). The Privatisation and Corporatisation Board (PCB) appointed Aishath Hameed and Abdul Sameeu Imad to the board. They join Maha Naseer and Aminath Vulau Mohamed Nazim on the board. The appointments follow the designation of Ibrahim Shiuree as the […]
Visit Maldives, Manta Air successfully conclude roadshow in India
Visit Maldives and Manta Air with key resort and guesthouse partners have successfully concluded the Explore Maldives roadshow held at the prestigious Shangri-La Bengaluru on 26 June. The roadshow aimed at reigniting interests of Indian travellers to attract more Indian tourists, provided excellent networking opportunities between the partner resorts/guest houses and the travel industry leaders […]
Maldives welcomes 1 millionth tourist of 2024
Maldives on Thursday welcomed the one millionth tourist to visit this year. The one millionth tourist is a Thai named Sutapa Amonwivat, who arrived from Singapore with her husband and two children. This is her second visit to Maldives. Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) and the Ministry of Tourism gave a warm welcome […]
Visit Maldives, Manta Air to reignite Indian travel market with roadshow in Bengaluru
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives) and Manta Air, in collaboration with key resorts within the Maldives, have announced an upcoming Explore Maldives Roadshow, set to take place at the Shangri-La Hotel in Bengaluru on June 26, 2024. This exclusive event aims to attract more Indian tourists and provide invaluable networking opportunities […]
Maldives showcased at Riyadh Travel Fair 2024
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC / Visit Maldives) is participating in the Riyadh Travel Fair (RTF) 2024 held this month, from 27th – 29th May 2024. Alongside 17 participants representing 9 companies, Visit Maldives is showcasing Maldives as a destination in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. MMPRC’s contribution in this fair is to […]