Tourism Minister Ibrahim Faisal acknowledged the pressing need to update the diving regulations established in 1991 which have become a significant concern for local divers and confirmed that revisions are forthcoming. Addressing the audience at the Fuvahmulah Tourism Awards 2024 held in celebration of World Tourism Day, he highlighted that the Maldives is operating under […]
The Minister of Tourism, Ibrahim Faisal, has declared that the inauguration of the new terminal at Velana International Airport is scheduled for December of this year. This event is set to be a landmark achievement for the nation’s tourism industry. The announcement was made in his address on World Tourism Day 2024, where he highlighted […]
September 27 has been designated as World Tourism Day as a worldwide observance by the United Nations World Tourism Organization since 1980. This date was selected since the UNWTO’s statutes were adopted on that day in 1970. In the history of tourism worldwide, the passage of these statutes is regarded as historic. This day aims […]
The Maldives has reaffirmed its status as a premier global tourism destination, clinching a remarkable 30 awards at the 2024 South Asian Travel Awards (SATA). The esteemed event was held on Friday, September 20th, 2024, at Aloft Kathmandu in Nepal, with the support of the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and the Hotels Association of Nepal […]
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa is delighted to announce the appointment of Ajay Jawahar Sharma as the new Director of Operations, starting September 2024. Ajay Jawahar Sharma brings to Sheraton Maldives an impressive 18-year track record in the hospitality sector, which includes a six-year stint with Marriott International. Before joining Sheraton, Sharma was […]
Tourist arrivals in the Maldives have exceeded 1.4 million, edging the island nation nearer to its annual target of a record two million visitors. The most recent statistics from the Tourism Ministry indicate that the Maldives welcomed 1,435,272 tourists up to September 18. This represents a growth of 10.1 percent or an increase of 131,384 […]
Leeli Lounge at Maldives Velana International Airport has been awarded the Best Airport Lounge in South Asia. Officials from Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) was awarded the guests’ choice award at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2018 gala held on Friday, September 20th at the Aloft Kathmandu Thamel.Leeli Lounge, situated on the first level […]
The Maldives’ wide selection of vacation experiences is being showcased to the French market by Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives) at IFTM Top Resa 2024, which is happening in Paris, France, from September 17–19. Seeking to seize the focus of important travel purchasers, encompassing all market sectors including MICE, business, and leisure. […]
CROSSROADS Maldives, a multi-island getaway known for its comprehensive amenities at The Marina and three world-class Resorts, has announced significant leadership upgrades for its Management Committee, starting from September 1, 2024. CROSSROADS Maldives values cultivating and enhancing local expertise through internal promotions and reassignments, promoting personal and professional growth. The adjustments are additionally related to a […]
This Spooky season, The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives welcomes guests to a phenomenal festivity with exciting excursions, tailored happenings, and intriguing food options. Halloween at The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives offers an innovative mix of leisure and elation including a spooky-themed feast and glow-in-the-dark activities. Halloween Feast in Guduguda: From 6:30PM – 9:30PM, Guduguda Restaurant will be […]
