On September 19, 2024, the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum held a pivotal panel discussion titled “Redefining the Luxury Travel Experience.” Moderated by Reena Abdul Wahid, Communications Strategist at the Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI), the panel explored the changing …

Tourist arrivals to the Maldives have surpassed the 1.4 million mark, bringing the island nation closer to its ambitious goal of welcoming a record two million tourists by the end of the year. According to the latest data released by …

The Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2024, held on September 19 at CROSSROADS Maldives, hosted an insightful panel discussion titled, “Shaping the Future: Strategic Insights from Maldives.” This discussion focused on critical issues impacting the Maldivian economy, particularly in tourism, foreign …

The Maldives’ economy remains secure and is not at risk of bankruptcy, according to Mohamed Khaleel, Presidential Tourism Advisor. Speaking at the GM Forum, organized by Hotelier Maldives at Crossroads, Khaleel addressed concerns about the nation’s financial future, including fears …

Maldives’ Tourism Minister, Ibrahim Faisal, has called for the tourism industry to go beyond just increasing tourist arrivals by focusing on improving occupancy rates, extending the length of tourist stays, and enhancing tourist spending to stimulate sustainable growth. Speaking at …

The highly anticipated new terminal at Velana International Airport (VIA) is scheduled to open next year, marking a significant milestone in the Maldives’ tourism infrastructure. During a panel discussion at the GM Forum, hosted by Hotelier Maldives at Crossroads, Foreign …

Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru has been awarded the prestigious ‘Most Sustainable Resort’ title at the TTM Awards 2024, marking its continued commitment to eco-friendly hospitality and responsible tourism in the Maldives. A key element of the resort’s sustainability initiatives is its …

The upcoming Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2024, set to take place on September 19 at CROSSROADS Maldives, will feature a highly anticipated panel discussion titled ‘Redefining the Luxury Travel Experience.’ This event, which is the largest gathering of hospitality professionals …

Mohamed Jailam, CEO and Managing Director of Javaabu and Co-Founder of DhivehiGPT, is set to speak at the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2024, the Maldives’ premier event for hospitality professionals. The forum, taking place on September 19, 2024, at CROSSROADS …

Chinese tourists are returning to the Maldives in large numbers, with recent statistics from the Ministry of Tourism revealing that a total of 202,000 Chinese tourists have visited the island nation so far in 2024. This figure represents 15% of …