By Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives) is thrilled to announce our participation in Malaysia’s premier travel extravaganza, Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) from the 22nd to 24th March 2024 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. MMPRC along with representatives from 13 companies from the Maldives tourism industry will be showcasing the Maldives as the most preferred holiday destination in the Malaysian and SouthEast Asian market.
MATTA provides a wide array of exciting and value-for-money travel options to the potential visitors. Aligned with our strategies to strengthen the Maldives brand and destination presence, MMPRC aims to engage with key collaborators in the market to elevate the impact of Maldives tourism industry. Additionally, MMPRC’s participation in MATTA provides significant opportunities to promote halal tourism, targeting travellers in this market.
Throughout this event, MMPRC will provide the visitors with the latest information about the Maldives, highlighting our new products, segments, and offers. The fair provides multiple opportunities for the industry partners to promote their unique products and services. Additionally, our participation in MATTA 2024 provides a valuable platform to connect with industry professionals, forge new partnerships, and gain valuable insights into the evolving travel landscape, solidifying our position as a leading travel destination in the region. The Malaysian market holds immense potential for the Maldives. In the previous year, it ranked 26th as a source market with a notable 13,551 arrivals. As of March 2024, Maldives have welcomed 3,063 tourists from Southeast Asia. MMPRC has planned several marketing activities in this region to market and further promote the destination. Activities such as digital and social media campaigns; participation in major fairs, roadshows, and exhibitions; training programs; and outdoor campaigns are planned to be held throughout 2024 to increase arrivals and maintain destination momentum in the Malaysian and SouthEast Asian market.
