A digest of news and opinion from the Maldives.
The island nation of Maldives marks the tourism industry’s 48th Anniversary on 3rd October and after 2 years, the popular destination will be celebrating Tourism Golden Jubilee. Behind the successful industry are many hardworking people. Here are the pioneers of the Maldives tourism industry and their golden words regarding the industry and its future. Mohamed […]
Bata has introduced a Clearance Sale at Bata Male Square. Customers can enjoy discounts up to 70% Off! Products for sale include men’s office shoes and casual shoes; women’s dress shoes, heels, block heels, ballet flats and slippers. From a one-man cobblers’ operation in 1894, the Bata Shoe Company has grown to become one of […]
Dhiraagu the leading digital service provider in the Maldives has signed an agreement with Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA) allowing customers to make payments conveniently via DhiraaguPay. As part of the company’s drive to contribute towards a cashless economy, the payment partner agreement was signed at a ceremony held today at MIRA together with Dhiraagu’s […]
MINISO is a Japanese-inspired lifestyle product retailer, offering high-quality household goods, cosmetics and food at affordable prices. Founded by CEO Ye Guofu, MINISO has opened more than 4,200 stores in over 80 countries and regions since 2013, including the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Spain, UAE, India, and Mexico. The Maldives outlet of MINISO opened this year. Bowl It can be used in a microwave oven and […]
On 3rd October, national airline operator Island Aviation and Addu International Airport (AIA ) signed an agreement to commence seaplane operations between Addu City and Huvadhu Atoll. Speaking at the contract signing ceremony held at Addu City, Island Aviation Managing Director highlighted the company’s effort to increase the benefit of tourism to different corners of […]
GDP of the Maldives has declined by 51.6% in Q2 2020 compared to Q2 2019 according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The statistics reflect that public administration sector has the largest percentage share of 19.3% in GDP while the second-largest sector is Real Estate with 14.4% followed by the transportation and communication sector […]
Mövenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives has appointed Ahmed Naufal as Director of Sales. Naufal worked with Radisson Blu Resort Maldives as the Director of Sales prior to joining Mövenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives. He previously worked with AccorHotels resorts Raffles Maldives Meradhoo and Dhevanafushi Maldives Luxury Resort. He was the Associate Director of Sales for 1 year 9 […]
Little Buddy Talentz -an online creative platform to give all creative youngsters in the age group of 2.5 years to 18 years the chance to showcase their talent on a global level. Little Buddy Talentz is open for participants from anywhere in the Maldives. The online platform gives a chance to youngsters from any part […]
According to the latest statistics by Maldives Immigration, 18,867 tourists have arrived in the Maldives, since the border reopened in July. During the month of September, Maldives welcomed 9538 tourists, majority from Russia which was 2065 arrivals. This is followed by UAE with 1029 arrivals and the United States with 935 arrivals. Maximum arrivals on […]