A digest of news and opinion from the Maldives.
On 29th September, the Ministry of Tourism announced an exciting new investment opportunity in the Maldives. However, the Ministry is to reveal details on it on the 4th of October. The information unveiled so far indicates that the project is in Ilhavandhippolhu, 50 minutes from the Hanimaadhoo Airport and 10-15 minutes from Hoarafushi. From this, […]
Can’t decide which frame you should buy? The leading eye care service provider Eyecare Opticals Maldives shares the top 5 most popular frame brands in the country. RayBan Ray-Ban is an American-founded Italian brand of luxury sunglasses and eyeglasses created in 1936 by the American company Bausch & Lomb. Ray-Ban frames are available in a number of […]
COVID-19 “Antigen” test kits capable of generating results of active infection within 15 minutes has been introduced by MedTech in the Maldives. MedTech stated that the test kit is produced by Abbott, a well-known manufacturer of laboratory equipment where the portable antigen test will highly facilitate in procedures of public health. This includes detecting individuals […]
As guesthouses outside Male` area reopen on 15th October, Health Protection Agency has released a revised standard operating procedure, aimed at preventing COVID-19 transmission in the tourism sector. Here’s everything you, as a traveller, need to know about guesthouses reopening: Before Arriving All tourists who plan to stay in tourist guest houses must hold a negative […]
With a length 50ft, a beam of 60ft and a speed of approximately 16 knots, the Island Hopper 50 by Al Shaali Marine Maldives is a complete stunner. The boat has a 4ft draft and a fuel capacity of 600 litres. But what makes it so special? Customisation The interior of the seating of the […]
Maldives State Shipping, along with Southern Thiladhumathee Atoll Council and Business Centre Corporation, is introducing an online session to provide information on the Cochin-Maldives cargo ferry service. Traders who are registered in Kulhudhuffushi and interested in the service of the cargo ferry can now take part in this online session. The deadline for participation is […]
One of the most luxurious tourist destinations in the world, known for its beautiful white sandy beaches and crystal clear lagoons. This is how the world pictures our geographically unique nation- until they enter our Capital City Male`. It’s saddening to see that the Maldives has a literacy rate of over 97% and yet the […]
HDh. Kulhudhuffushi and HA. Hoarafushi Airport has announced that the airports are looking for people to establish and manage restaurants at the airport. According to the announcement by Regional Airports, under Build and Operate, the restaurants in the two airports should have the capacity to accommodate 50 people. Interested parties are to submit the proposal […]
With working and studying remotely now part of mainstream practices, what better place to work from than a Soneva resort in the Maldives or Thailand? Soneva recently announced its new Workation Offer, valid at all of its resorts between now and December 18, 2020. This offer can be tailored to guests’ needs and can be booked […]