The Maldives has lost one of its most cherished musical talents, Mezzo Mohamed, whose soulful voice and heartfelt compositions left an indelible mark on the nation’s music scene. A beloved artist known for his unique blend of acoustic melodies and cultural influences, Mezzo’s passing marks the end of an era for Maldivian music lovers. A […]
The Maldives’ tourism industry has seen a remarkable resurgence in 2024, welcoming over 1.7 million visitors by early November—a 9.5% increase compared to the previous year. This growth has been significantly driven by the Chinese market, which accounted for 14.5% of total arrivals. Enhanced air connectivity, with new routes introduced by Azerbaijan Airlines, Malaysian Airlines, […]
The Maldives’ tourism industry has seen a remarkable resurgence in 2024, welcoming over 1.7 million visitors by early November—a 9.5% increase compared to the previous year. This growth has been significantly driven by the Chinese market, which accounted for 14.5% of total arrivals. Enhanced air connectivity, with new routes introduced by Azerbaijan Airlines, Malaysian Airlines, […]
The global tourism industry has made a strong comeback, with international tourist arrivals in 2024 reaching 1.4 billion, matching pre-pandemic levels. This marks an 11% increase from 2023, equivalent to 140 million additional travelers. The resurgence has been driven by strong post-pandemic demand, improved air connectivity, and the revitalization of key destinations, particularly in Asia […]
The Maldives continues to solidify its status as a premier global tourist destination, achieving significant milestones and setting ambitious targets for the future. In 2024, the nation welcomed its two millionth tourist, marking a historic achievement for the country’s tourism sector. Building on this momentum, the Maldives has set an ambitious target of attracting 2.4 […]
The Maldives’ tourism industry continues its upward trajectory, with a steady increase in tourist arrivals and expansion in hospitality infrastructure, according to the latest update from the Ministry of Tourism. Tourist Arrivals and Market Performance The Maldives welcomed a significant number of visitors in January, with key source markets showing robust growth. Leading the list […]
The Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC) has been awarded the contract to introduce the government’s taxi line service, marking a significant step towards modernizing public transportation in the country. At a special ceremony held at Meeruma, Director General of the Ministry of Transport, Ahmed Shamim, and MTCC Managing Director, Ahmed Saudee, signed the agreement. […]
Sifainge Welfare Company Pte Ltd (SIWEC) has been awarded the contract to train STELCO employees in multiple fields, enhancing their skills in critical areas such as first aid, fire safety, security, and rescue operations. The agreement was officially signed at a ceremony attended by STELCO Managing Director Hussain Fahmy and SIWEC Managing Director Colonel Ahmed […]
The National Hotels and Guesthouse Association of Maldives (NHGAM) has successfully concluded a pivotal visit to AA. Ukulhas, where they collaborated with the AA. Ukulhas Council and local guesthouse owners to boost efforts in promoting local tourism. NHGAM, an NGO advocating for the rights of Maldivian hotels and guesthouses, has also been advancing international marketing […]
Hai Fishing Tackles, the leading fishing equipment provider in the Maldives, has unveiled a new line of fishing poles designed specifically for children at the Maldives Marine Expo 2025. The expo, organized by the National Boating Association of Maldives (NBAM) in collaboration with Medium Pvt Ltd, is taking place from February 6th to 9th at […]
