The Importance of the India-Maldives Travel Bubble – Sustaining Tourism During the Pandemic

On 27th March 2022, it was announced by the government of India that international travel would be restarting after two years that saw only a limited number of flights in operation. Before this, however, the establishment of the India-Maldives travel bubble in 2021 played a key role in sustaining tourism with many Indians choosing the Maldives as their preferred holiday destination.

In fact, in 2021, India emerged as the top tourism source market for the Maldives and in 2022, more Indians are planning luxury getaways to this nearby South Asian nation. Such travelers can enjoy more than just family or romantic holidays in the Maldives; events be it weddings, meetings, incentives or celebrations can also be held at private island resorts the likes of SAii Lagoon Maldives which is a further draw. With the country looking to reach 1.6 million arrivals this year, it will be hoped more Indian tourists will plan visits here in the coming months.