Maldives-based Luxury Airline Beond Launched – New Connection to Bangkok Announced
In November last year, the luxury airline Beond which is based in the Maldives commenced operations providing high-end travellers a chance to enjoy a premier…
3% Rise in International Flights to the Maldives in 2023 – More Connections to Be Added This Year
Coinciding with the surge in travellers visiting the Maldives last year, the nation also saw an increase in international flights, as more tourists looked to…
The Maldives Observes Republic Day – Commemorating A Key Chapter in the Nation’s History
On 11th November this year, the Maldives observed its annual Republic Day which commemorates the nation’s transition to a republic from a monarchy. Interestingly, the…
Maldivian Expands Service: Starts With New Bengaluru-Maldives Route
Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, announced the launch of new flights to Bengaluru, India. The service commenced on October 30th, 2023, with the…
The Day Maldives Embraced Islam Celebrated – A Significant Moment in the Nation’s History
This month, the Maldives celebrated the country’s embracing of Islam as a religion which was a key moment in its history. This annual public holiday…
Maldives Targets 3M Annual Tourist Arrivals by 2028 – Positive Signs of Tourism Growth
Amongst the world’s most popular tourist destinations, the Maldives is setting its sight on reaching three million in annual arrivals by 2028. This ambitious goal…
Sustainability at The Residence Maldives in the Spotlight – Key Resort Initiatives Highlighted
Sustainability initiatives and measures taken by The Residence Maldives were among the aspects put in the spotlight on 16th June 2023 by ETHospitalityWorld.com which was…
Himmafushi to host Asian Surfing Championship in July – For the surfing enthusiasts
The Asian Surfing Championship is set to take place in Kaafu Atoll Himmafushi, Maldives, from July 8th to 17th. After a three-year hiatus, this championship…
The Maldives Targets Two Million Tourists in 2023 – Arrivals This Year Already Exceed 2021
Speaking at the 55th Annual Meeting of the Asian Development Bank in September 2022, the Tourism Minister of the Maldives, Dr. Abdulla Mausoom, stated that…
The Millionth Tourist Arrives in the Maldives
August 2022 marked a milestone for Maldivian tourism. As COVID-19 restrictions relaxed, tourist arrivals to Maldive’s 5-star resorts faced a staggering growth, resulting in the arrival of…