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Sun Siyam Olhuveli Appoints Mohammed Shihab as the Assistant Director of Sales & Marketing

Sun Siyam Olhuveli Appoints Mohammed Shihab as the Assistant Director of Sales & Marketing

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Sun Siyam Resorts has appointed Mr Mohammed Shihab as the Assistant Director of Sales & Marketing for Sun Siyam Olhuveli Maldives. Shihab will oversee relationships with key partners, develop sales growth strategies in line with market trends and will be actively involved in enhancing the product through innovation and crafting experiences. The resort has undergone […]

Maldives Reduces Passport Validity Requirement of Minimum 6 Months to Just 1 Month

Maldives Reduces Passport Validity Requirement of Minimum 6 Months to Just 1 Month

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The tourist visa is granted for all nationalities on arrival to the Maldives. As such, a foreigner travelling to the Maldives as a tourist does not require pre-approval for the visa. However, the person must satisfy the basic entry requirements to get immigration clearance upon arrival. The basic entry requirements are as follows; A passport […]

Stay Longer, Experience More! Maldives Extends ‘Split Stay’ to All Types of Tourist Accommodations

Stay Longer, Experience More! Maldives Extends ‘Split Stay’ to All Types of Tourist Accommodations

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The Maldives has extended ‘Split Stay’ for all types of tourist accommodation facilities, allowing tourists to now split their stay between resort, hotels, guesthouses and liveaboard boats, with prior approval as per split-stay procedure and guideline by the Ministry of Tourism. This will enable tourists to longer stays in the Maldives during their holidays. Requests for […]

TTM Travel Summit 2020 on “Reigniting Tourism in Maldives” to go Virtual

TTM Travel Summit 2020 on “Reigniting Tourism in Maldives” to go Virtual

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TTM Travel Summit 2020 focused on “Reigniting Tourism in the Maldives” will go virtual this year, Orca Media Group confirmed. TTM Travel Summit is an invitation-only event that brings together thought leaders, industry shapers and senior decision-makers who are professionally engaged with the Maldives tourism. TTM Travel Summit is a part of TTM which is […]

Maldives Lands on UK Government’s Safe List, No Self Isolation Required from 25 October 2020

Maldives Lands on UK Government’s Safe List, No Self Isolation Required from 25 October 2020

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Maldives has landed on UK’s Global Travel Advisory list, enabling travellers to return to the UK without the need for mandatory self-isolation from 25th October 2020. The island nation has been added to the government’s safe list alongside Denmark, Canary Islands and Mykonos, which is restored having been previously removed. The news was confirmed by […]

Scuba Dive World Record Event to be Held in the Maldives — Aimed Towards Special Needs Individuals

Scuba Dive World Record Event to be Held in the Maldives — Aimed Towards Special Needs Individuals

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Targeted towards Special Needs Individuals throughout the globe, “Conquer Land Air Water Global Adventures LLP” (C.L.A.W) who has begun works to break 3 different world records, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding to work in partnership with Maldives Integrated Tourism Development Corporation (MITDC). Under the brand name of “Operation Blue Freedom” was launched in 2019 […]

This Is What the Future of Hotel Design Looks Like in a Post-COVID World

This Is What the Future of Hotel Design Looks Like in a Post-COVID World

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In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic that has halted global travel in the short term, it is an undeniable truth that its effects will last well into the foreseeable future. As guest expectations change rapidly to prioritize health and hygiene, hotel architects and executives must now rethink their project designs to meet these new […]

Experience the Perfect Balance Between Luxury & Local with Arena Hotels!

Experience the Perfect Balance Between Luxury & Local with Arena Hotels!

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Bath in the sun, soak in the pool. Immerse yourself in the art of relaxation, where the sun is always smiling at you and where isolation becomes a destination. Arena Hotels, Maafushi is ready to welcome you with luxury within your reach. The 4-star property promises you a blissful stay with infinite ocean views. Here, […]