Maldives Tourism Recovers From Setbacks
Ambitious plans mark recovery from COVID and a short-lived Indian boycott Tourism is the single most important source of livelihood…
July Records Tourist Arrivals Surge
The number of tourists visiting the Maldives increased by 14 percent last month, data from the Ministry of Tourism showed….
China’s Xiamen Airlines Commences Scheduled Services to Maldives
China-based Xiamen Airlines has launched scheduled flights between Xiamen, China, and Velana International Airport (VIA). The airline’s expansion follows the…
Maldivian, TrueNoord Ink Deal for Airbus A330-200 Lease
National carrier Maldivian has signed an agreement with TrueNoord to lease an Airbus A330-200 aircraft as part of its efforts…
Malaysia Airlines to Resume Direct Flights to Maldives After Six-Year Hiatus
Malaysia’s national carrier, Malaysia Airlines, is set to resume direct flights to the Maldives after a six-year hiatus, the Maldives…
Air Arabia Announces Daily Non-stop Flights to Maldives
Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s largest low-cost carrier, has announced plans to commence direct flights to the…
Tourist Arrivals Exceed 1.1 Million, China Leads as Top Source Market
Tourist arrivals in 2024 have surpassed 1.1 million, with over 100,000 visitors from the United Kingdom, according to statistics released…
Delay in June Tourism Statistics Adds to Concerns Over Government Transparency
The release of the Maldives monthly tourism statistics have been delayed for the month of June — procedurally monthly reports…
MATATO’s Riyaz Appointed Chairperson of MMPRC
The Privatisation and Corporatisation Board (PCB) has announced the appointment of Abdulla Ghiyas Riyaz as the new chairperson and board…
MACL Reveals Plans to Introduce Nighttime Seaplane Operations
Maldives Airports Company Ltd. (MACL) is planning to expand seaplane operations at Velana International Airport (VIA) by adding facilities for…