Author: Mohamed Reehaan
The Ministry of Social and Family Development on Sunday, highlighted its more recent efforts of enhancing employment opportunities for persons with disabilities. The efforts, in line with a regulation on the procedure of enhancing employment opportunities to persons with disabilities, are part of government’s comprehensive plan to encourage an inclusive society, rid social stigma and discrimination aimed generally towards the specially abled. Earlier in March, the ministry signed an MoU with three properties under the Hilton brand in the Maldives – which include Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi, Conrad Maldives Rangali Island, and Hilton Maldives Amingiri Resort and Spa. Under the…
Tourist arrivals to the Maldives has reached a total of 981,070, a 10.2% increment this year compared to the same period in 2023. Arrivals on a year-to-date basis stood at 890,363 in the same period last year. From June 01 to 22, tourist arrivals to the Maldives stood at 88,825 – a 9.5% increment compared to the same period last year. Arrivals from June 01 to 22, 2023 stood at 81,119. Top 10 Markets China – 113,702 Russia – 100,677 UK – 91,032 Italy – 78,515 Germany – 76,324 India – 61,052 USA – 35,120 France – 33,362 Switzerland -…
CROSSROADS Maldives has introduced Weixin Pay across its properties, SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton and Hard Rock Hotel Maldives. The first-ever integrated tourism project, which now houses a total of three tourist accommodations, introduced the payment option in a move to enhance convenience and overall experience for guests from China. Weixin Pay, or popularly known as WeChat Pay is among the more popular payment options for Chinese travelers, where it is used as a major payment app. Introduction of Weixin Pay is a “testament to CROSSROADS Maldives’ dedication to enhancing” guest satisfaction, and the initiative is expected to…
Amilla Maldives, member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World’s Considerate Collection, has earned accolades at the distinguished 2024 Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific. The luxury getaway slip was recognized in three categories as voted by the readers of the magazine. Amilla Maldives was acknowledged among the top 10 resorts for the consecutive year in the “Best House Reef in the Maldives” category. The property also ranks in the top 10 in the “Best Resorts for Families” category as well. Recognizing the top-notch leadership of the property, Amilla Maldives General Manager Narelle McDougall was named one of…
The Business Travel Show Europe will be making a grand return on June 25-26, 2025 at ExCel London. The highly anticipated event is set to bring together professionals from across the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) industry, providing a platform for networking, learning, and exploring the latest trends and innovations in business events. The Business Travel Show Europe has established itself as a “cornerstone event” for the MICE industry. Each year, the event attracts thousands of event planners, business travel managers, and industry leaders from around the globe. The 2025 edition promises the same, offering a “dynamic and engaging…
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives) has partnered with Manta Air to host the Explore Maldives Roadshow in Bengaluru, India. The roadshow is set for June 26, 2024 at the Shangri-La Hotel in Bengaluru. This event aims to attract more Indian tourists, and providing a platform for Maldives tourism and hospitality industry partners to network. The “Explore Maldives” Roadshow will underscore Maldives as a top-of-the-mind premier tourist destination, engaging over 150 top travel agents, tour operators, and representatives from both travel and mainstream media in India. Partners already onboard for the roadshow include; Universal Resorts Minor Hotels NH…
Dhiraagu as been roped in as the Digital Partner of the Maldives Food Carnival 2024. The Think Associates and Taste Maldives co-organized five-day culinary extravaganza promises the perfect avenue for food and beverages industry stakeholders to come together and explore the myriad offerings. The second edition of Maldives Food Carnival is scheduled from July 03 to 07, 2024 at Central Park, Hulhumale’. The Maldives Food Carnival will feature a diverse array of food exhibitors providing the opportunity for local artisans and renowned food and beverages companies. Besides this, the carnival will also feature different games and entertainment options for visitors…
Dhiraagu hosted a walk-in gaming tournament at the Dhiraagu Eid Showdown on Tuesday evening, June 18, 2024. The tournament was held at Central Park, Hulhumale’ from 20:00hrs until 23:00hrs. Interested participants were invited to walk in and register at the tournament. A total of three games were played EAFC 24, Rocket League, and Tekken, with each player granted the chance to win three matches in a row to be crowned “King of the Hill” and take home a cash prize. Dhiraagu said this walk-in gaming tournament is part of the company’s efforts to carry out e-sports tournaments for the gaming…
Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC) has announced a Predict and Win Contest for this year’s UEFA Euro 2024. Contestants are simply required to follow MTCC social media page on Facebook, and comment their predictions for the winners of each match day, and share their match day post. The contestants are required to submit their predictions in the comment section one hour ahead of the kickoff of the first match of the respective matchday, and added MTCC will not accept any comments after the specified window. The winner will be selected based on the highest number of correct predictions. If…
The State Trading Organization – the country’s largest state-owned enterprise – reports generating a net profit of MVR 1,087 million (MVR 1.09 billion) in 2023 for the STO Group. Marking a growth of over MVR 14 million (1.39%), STO Group reports its 2023 net profit is the highest-ever in the group’s history. In 2022, the Group reported earning a net profit of MVR 1.07 billion. Despite earning the highest-ever net profit in STO history; its revenue however, saw an MVR 1.99 billion decline last year. The STO Group revenue dropped from MVR 19.06 billion in 2022 to MVR 17.07 billion…