Maldives Sees Recovery in Indian Tourist Market Amid Strategic Push
The Maldives is witnessing a gradual recovery in its Indian tourist market, a key segment that faced challenges in 2024 due to diplomatic tensions. After a significant decline in arrivals—from 56,208 in Q1 2023 to 34,847 in Q1 2024—sparked by a boycott following controversial remarks by Maldivian officials, recent data shows a 10% increase in […]
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives Recognised as a Finalist in the Prestigious SPA Star Awards 2025
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives is proud to announce that it has been recognised as a finalist in the prestigious SPA Star Awards 2025 in the International Category. This esteemed recognition celebrates outstanding achievements, innovative offerings, and pioneering wellness concepts in the global spa and wellness industry. A panel of industry experts has carefully selected Kuda […]
Dhiraagu has signed as the Digital Partner for Burunu Boma
Dhiraagu has signed as the Digital Partner for ‘Burunu Boma’, an exciting three-day fishing competition organized by Visit Maldives Club. Taking place from 2 to 4 May 2025 at Marina Bay, Crossroads Maldives, thi exciting fishing competition will welcome top international anglers to the Maldives. The event will also see the participation of Fly Navarro, […]
Easter Gets Intriguing: The Case of “Detective Kuku” at Oaga Art Resort
Oaga Art Resort is set to transform the Easter holiday into an extraordinary artistic and cultural experience with Easter Week taking place from April 15th to 22nd, 2025. This meticulously crafted event promises a fusion of traditional Easter festivities with the resort’s signature artistic and musical flair, creating a unique and unforgettable island escape, centered […]
Seven Locations Removed from Tourism Lease List
The Ministry of Tourism and Environment has announced the removal of seven locations from the previously published list of islands, lands, and lagoons designated for tourism lease. According to the latest notification, the changes come following a revision of the list last updated on May 30 under the rules governing the leasing of islands and […]
60 Percent of Gan International Airport Development Project Completed
The Gan International Airport development project has reached a significant milestone, with 60 percent of the work now completed, according to the latest update from authorities. The ambitious project, which aims to transform Gan Airport into a modern aviation hub in the southern region of the Maldives, includes the expansion of the runway, construction of […]
Operational Tourist Facilities in Maldives See Slight Decline
The number of operational tourist accommodation establishments across the Maldives has decreased, according to the latest statistics released by the Ministry of Tourism on Thursday. As of April 12, the total number of operational tourist facilities across the island nation stood at 1,196, marking a slight drop from previous counts. The data reveals that these […]
Maldives Welcomes Strong Growth in Tourist Arrivals with Nearly 688,000 Visitors This Year
The Maldives continues to shine as a premier tourist destination, with a 5.8 percent increase in tourist arrivals recorded so far this year. According to the Ministry of Tourism, a total of 687,916 tourists visited the Maldives as of April 8, marking a notable rise compared to the 650,404 arrivals during the same period last […]