Author: Mohamed Reehaan
The world’s longest-serving flight attendant has died from cancer at the age of 88, reports Business Insider. In a statement on X, American Airlines said: “We mourn the passing of Bette Nash, who spent nearly seven decades warmly caring for our customers in the air.” “She started in 1957 and held the Guinness World Record for longest-serving flight attendant. Bette inspired generations of flight attendants. Fly high, Bette,” the post continues. It was also reported that Nash never officially retired from her role with American Airlines. She passed away in hospice after a recent breast cancer diagnosis, according to reports.…
Oil prices dropped lower earlier on Friday amid ongoing concerns about the timing of the first interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve (Fed), as well as the lower demand outlook in the US, and market players being cautious ahead of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) meeting. It was reported that international benchmark Brent crude traded at USD81.13 per barrel, which is a fall of 0.28% from the closing price of USD 81.36 per barrel in the previous trading session. The American benchmark West Texas Intermediate (WTI) on the other hand, traded at USD76.61 per barrel at…
State Trading Organization (STO) on Sunday, May 26, 2024, has announced yet another reduction on the conventional fuel prices. This time around, the largest state-owned enterprise (SOE) has sliced fuel prices owing to desirable price cuts on the commodity in the global market. In light of the global fuel price slip, STO said it will be reducing MVR 0.70 per diesel liter and MVR 0.35 per petrol liter. With these reductions, petrol will now be sold at MVR 13.98 per liter and diesel at MVR 13.92 per liter. STO further said that these timely price revisions reflect on the corporation’s…
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) under the Visit Maldives brand, along with 100 partners representing 45 travel and tourism ventures, is set to showcase Maldives tourism at the ITB China 2024. This year’s edition of the ITB China will be held from May 27 to 29, at the Shanghai World Expo and Exhibition Center. The Maldives stand at the ITB China will be a “hub of exciting activities”, said MMPRC. As the Official Destination Partner, Maldives will benefit from getting exclusive opportunity to showcase its tourism products and segments at the travel trade fair. Additionally, visitors will have…
As per the latest statistical updates from the Ministry of Tourism, Chinese arrivals to the Maldives is now less than 4,000 shy of hitting the 100,000-arrival-mark. Statistics show Chinese arrivals, as of May 21, 2024, had reached 95,952 – an 11.2% market share, and currently dominating the arrival rankings. Russia is a close second with 86,356 arrivals, while the UK is in third place with 81,292 arrivals. India is still sixth ranked, now close to hitting 50,000 arrivals, while top 10 markets remain unchanged in their positions. So far, the Maldives has attracted 858,203 arrivals in 2024 which is an…
Dhiraagu has announced on Sunday, that it has signed as the Digital Partner of the 7th edition of the Air Service World Congress (ASWC) 2024, co-hosted by the Velana International Airport (VIA). This year’s ASWC will be held from July 09 to 11 at Kurumba Maldives. At this exclusive gathering, over 200 delegates from airlines, tourism boards, aviation authorities and suppliers, and airports fostering collaboration on future route development and air service initiatives, will come together for fruitful discussions and networking. The event will also feature special keynotes from industry leaders, strategic insight into air service growth along with networking…
Maldives President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu on Thursday last week, May 23, 2024, has ratified the Food Safety Act (Act No.: 6/2024). The Maldives Parliament passed the bill at the twenty-sixth sitting of its first session this year on Monday, May 13, 2024. The Food Safety Act of the Maldives provides a comprehensive framework for the regulation of food safety. It ensures that all food products, whether locally produced, imported, or exported, are safe from harmful substances and comply with established standards. The Act outlines procedures and standards for food safety, which must be adhered by all stakeholders of the industry.…
The Minister of Economic Development and Trade Mohamed Saeed announced that the government has begun discussions to relocate the current seaplane terminal at Velana International Airport (VIA) to the nearby Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort. The move comes as part of a visionary 20-year mega project to develop the main air gateway into an international hub. Speaking to PSM News, Minister Saeed said the existing state-of-the-art seaplane terminal will be repurposed to cater private jets, while the seaplane landing platform at the airport right now, will be reclaimed making way for a new terminal for domestic and low-cost carriers. Maldives,…
Maldives President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu departed on an official visit to St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda, on Friday to attend to the fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS). During the Summit, President Muizzu will deliver the National Statement at the Plenary of the Summit on May 27, 2024. Additionally, he is scheduled to meet with a number of foreign dignitaries, and deliver remarks at some of the side events of the Summit. The Maldives head of state is also one of the Vice Presidents of the Conference as well as Co-chair of one of the five interactive…
The worldwide budget hotels market dimension worth USD 276.3 billion in 2022, is predicted to go up to USD 430.9 billion by 2032, according to Allied Analytics report. Budget hotels facilitate travelers searching for reasonably priced lodging choices without negotiating on basic conveniences and well-being. Budget hotels deliver basic features like comfy rooms and hygienic amenities, in addition to welcoming customer service. These types of hotels do not go overboard with luxury features or extravagant facilities. The guesthouse and homestay segments in the Maldives tourism industry is a prime example of budget hotels. The worldwide budget hotels segment is witnessing…