Author: Mohamed Reehaan
Vietnam’s acclaimed singer and top travel blogger Quang Vinh has embarked on an extraordinary “SenseTheMoment” escape to Angsana Velavaru. Crowned as the “Travel Blogger of the Year” during the 2022 Men and Life Awards Vietnam, Quang Vinh’s exceptional content characterized by the diversity, depth, and superior quality has established noteworthy collaborations with various travel organizations and renowned brands. Among these high-profile collaborators include national-level campaigns such as the “Embracing Taiwan” initiative organized by the Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and VisitSignapore’s “Reimagine Singapore Neighbourhoods”. Besides this, Vinh has forged partnerships with leading luxury airlines and hospitality brands including Turkish Airlines,…
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Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) is taking part in ITB China 2023, as the official Island Travel Partner, from September 12 to 14. The ITB China 2023 is held at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center. A total of 64 representatives from 33 companies are collaborating with MMPRC to promote the Maldives within the Chinese market at event. This event is the first B2B trade fair held in China since the onset of the pandemic 3 years prior, and signifies MMPRC’s first in-person participation in a physical tourism event in China following the country’s border reopening.…
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a financing package of USD50.5 million to expand renewably energy development in the Maldives. ADB said the package consists of USD41.5 million from the Asian Development Fund (ADF), a USD8.5 million concessional loan from ordinary capital resources and a USD500,000 grant from the Climate Change Fund. ADF provides grants to ADB’s most vulnerable developing member countries, of which the Maldives is also listed especially following the Covid-19 pandemic-led economic impact. “ADB has been assisting the Government of Maldives in its efforts toward energy transition and achieving its vision for the energy sector, anchored…
Dusit Thani Maldives celebrates 11th anniversary. The luxurious and enchanting island resort held a special anniversary celebration which included specially curated culinary delights for the guests throughout the anniversary month. Besides this, the resort offered luxurious wellness retreats, eco-conscious initiatives and exclusive special offers. Additionally, the resort hosted an Anniversary Night celebration which culminated with a get-together showcasing the Maldivian culture, music, and dance. “We are incredibly honored by the journey we have embarked upon over the past 11 years. Dusit Thani Maldives has become synonymous with luxury, sustainability, and heartfelt hospitality. We are grateful for the support of our…
The Maldives’ first hologram room opens at Four Seasons Resort Landaa Giraavaru, offering a magical “underwater” manta experience. The unique hologram program would emulate manta rays and other marine life seen in the surrounding waters of Baa Atoll UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve to provide a virtual experience for the occupants of the room. Two daily sessions of 30 to 45 minutes at the hologram room are hosted at the resort’s on-site Marine Discovery Center, which offers guests of all ages with interactive opportunities to “explore a life-size underwater wonderland.”
Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) in their Quarterly Economic Bulletin reports strong improvement of tourism industry activities in Q2-2023. According to the central bank’s data, Chinese arrivals continued to increase despite the off-peak season of tourism in the review quarter, increasing from 17,691 in the previous quarter to 45,736 in the second quarter. This was also an annual increase of 42,987 in Chinese tourists, reported MMA. The growth in tourism activities was further supported by the annual increase in arrivals from Russia in the review quarter. Russian arrivals increased from 29,596 in Q2-2022 to 43,761 in Q2-2023; reflecting a 48% growth.…
Hotels and Resorts Investment Private Limited (H.A.R.I.M) onboards as the main sponsor for the National Build Expo 2024. Besides the expo, H.A.R.I.M signed on as the main sponsor for the Maldives National Builder Awards 2023 as well. The National Build Expo 2024 edition is scheduled for January 11 to 14, in the following year at Central Park, Hulhumale’. The Maldives National Builder Awards 2023 is scheduled for October 28 this year. Both the events are flagships of the Maldives National Association of Construction Industry (MNACI) and are organized by MEDIUM Events Private Limited.
The Ministry of National Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (MNPHI) has awarded the contract for the development of 200 housing units in Addu City Hithadhoo. The contract for the construction of two 11-storey buildings was signed by the Director General of the ministry Ahmed Vishan Naseem. The government awarded the project to PT Citramas Heavy Industries in joint partnership with Beaver Builders Private Limited. Managing Director of the JV, Musthaq Ibrahim signed the contract on behalf of the contractor. Government awarded the project at a cost of MVR 218,852,500 for a completion period of 540 days. According to the ministry, the…
The luxury airline BEOND (pronounced “Beyond”) has opened employment opportunities for Maldivians. The airline announced recruitment of Maldivian locals for multiple positions including pilots, cabin crews, and ground staff. The new airline, a joint venture between UAE’s Arabesque and Maldives business conglomerate SIMDI Group, is committed to providing opportunities for individuals interested in aviation sector careers. BEOND CEO Tero Taskila said the importance of Maldivians in promoting tourism and developing related sectors. He said the airline’s commitment to providing opportunities for individuals, stating the initiative would be a great chance for the people looking to work in the field.