Visit Maldives welcomes Netflix actor Taz Skylar to promote destination
British-Spanish actor Taz Skylar, known internationally for his role as Sanji in Netflix’s live-action adaptation of One Piece, has arrived in the Maldives to begin his role as a Global Ambassador for Visit Maldives. His appointment is part of the Visit Maldives Global Ambassadorship Programme, which engages international personalities to promote the destination to new […]
Visit Maldives showcases destination at PATA Travel Mart 2025 in Bangkok
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) is promoting the Maldives as a premier short-haul and year-round destination at the PATA Travel Mart 2025, taking place from 26 to 28 August at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre (QSNCC) in Bangkok, Thailand. The PATA Travel Mart is one of the Asia Pacific region’s most established international travel trade […]
Maldives needs 900,000 more tourists in 4 months to reach 2025 target
The Maldives has set a target of attracting 2.3 million tourists in 2025, but eight months into the year arrivals stand at 1.4 million, leaving 900,000 more needed in the remaining four months. According to official statistics, an average of 6,600 tourists currently arrive daily. Visit Maldives Chairman Abdulla Ghiyas Riyaz told local newspaper Dhauru […]
Visit Maldives endorses TechEngExpo: Advancing hospitality innovation in Maldives
Visit Maldives Corporation Limited has officially endorsed TechEngExpo, the nation’s first dedicated B2B technology and engineering exhibition for the hospitality industry, taking place from 28–30 October 2025 at Central Park, Hulhumalé. As the Maldives continues to strengthen its position as a leading global destination, investments in world-class hospitality infrastructure are a cornerstone of maintaining its […]
Visit Maldives Corporation partners 1st Thoddoo Masters Table Tennis Tournament
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has announced its role as the Destination Partner of the inaugural Thoddoo Masters Table Tennis Tournament (TMTT), scheduled to take place from 19–25 August 2025 in AA. Thoddoo, Maldives. The tournament is organised by Thoddoo Local Authority Company (TLAC) and Ihaa Table Tennis Academy (ITTA), with the endorsement of the Ministry […]
Visit Maldives appoints One Piece star Taz Skylar as Global Ambassador
Visit Maldives has appointed British–Spanish actor Taz Skylar, known for his role in Netflix’s record-breaking live-action series One Piece, as a Global Ambassador under its Global Ambassadorship Programme. Through this appointment, the Maldives is brought into the international spotlight by one of the entertainment industry’s most influential contemporary figures. Skylar, who portrays Sanji – the […]
Maldives sets sights on 200,000 Indian visitors
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has unveiled its new destination marketing campaign for the Indian market, “From Tiraṅgā to Turquoise.” The campaign symbolises the journey from the vibrant colours of India’s national flag to the turquoise waters and white sand beaches of the Maldives. India continues to be one of the Maldives’ top source markets. The […]
Visit Maldives connects with millions as Liverpool FC’s official destination partner
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) is set to commence the new Premier League season in partnership with Liverpool FC, as part of its ambitious and dynamic global collaboration with one of the world’s most iconic football clubs. The season, starting on 15th August 2025, will once again see the Maldives brand illuminate Anfield Stadium, captivating millions […]
Bank of Maldives, Mastercard launch tourism data platform for Visit Maldives
Bank of Maldives (BML) on Sunday announced the launch of a state-of-the-art Tourism Insight Data Platform. The platform was developed in a strategic collaboration with global payments leader Mastercard and has been delivered to Visit Maldives, the nation’s tourism promotion board. The new platform is designed to provide key industry stakeholders with unprecedented, data-driven insights […]
Visit Maldives expands local ambassadorship with Mohamed Naushad
Visit Maldives Corporation has announced the appointment of Mohamed Naushad as its latest Local Ambassador, as part of its ongoing Local Ambassadorship Programme. This strategic initiative is designed to promote the Maldives as a diverse and culturally rich destination by amplifying local voices—particularly within the rapidly growing field of sports tourism. Mohamed Naushad is a […]
Maldives welcomes 1,000-member Indian incentive group in landmark MICE event
Visit Maldives Corporation, in collaboration with Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL), arranged a special welcome at Velana International Airport for a 1,000-member incentive group from India, organised by the prominent Indian travel platform PickYourTrail. This significant MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) visit highlights the Maldives’ growing appeal as a premier destination for corporate and […]
Visit Maldives partners with Ignite Travel Group for destination promotion in Australia
Visit Maldives Corporation Limited has announced a joint marketing campaign with Ignite Travel Group (ITG), an award-winning Australian destination marketing and travel distribution company, to further promote the Maldives as a premier travel destination within the Australian market. The campaign is set to run from July 17th to August 31st, 2025. This joint promotional campaign […]
