14th May 2025 – The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) hosted the 3rd edition of the MATI Member Forum today at H. Meerumaa, Male’. The Forum brought together members of MATI and senior Government officials that included the Minister of Tourism and Environment, Hon. Thoriq Ibrahim, Minister of Fisheries and Marine Resources, Hon. Ahmed
Discover the Maldives’ Cultural Treasures at CROSSROADS Maldives While the Maldives is famed for its beaches and crystal-clear waters, CROSSROADS Maldives offers a deeper cultural experience as the country’s first integrated destination. At The Marina@CROSSROADS, guests can explore the Maldives Discovery Center, which brings the islands’ maritime history and traditions to life through interactive exhibits.
SAii Lagoon Maldives Launches First Padel Tennis Courts in the Maldives SAii Lagoon Maldives, in partnership with GZ19 Padel Italy, introduced the first padel tennis courts in the Maldives, open to both guests and locals. To mark the launch, football legends Gianluca Zambrotta and Nélson Dida showcased their skills in exclusive demo matches. The event
Mareno Ali Group & Wattson Pvt Ltd Equip Velana Airport’s New VIP Lounge Mareno Ali Group and Wattson Pvt Ltd have successfully delivered a state-of-the-art kitchen and buffet for the new VIP lounge at Velana International Airport. Designed with high-quality materials and Mareno’s M1 kitchen solution, the project ensures top-tier hospitality, hygiene, and energy efficiency
Spring Flavours Take Flight with Chef Wassim Hallal at Soneva Fushi’s Flying Sauces From March 17 to May 12, 2025, Chef Wassim Hallal of two-Michelin-starred Frederikshøj will host an exclusive residency at Flying Sauces, Soneva Fushi’s fine dining zipline experience. Guests will glide along a 200-metre zipline to an elevated dining platform, where Chef Wassim’s
Unlocking Opportunities with Yango Ads: Attracting Emerging Market Travelers to the Maldives Yango Ads’ 2025 Tourism Industry Guide highlights the growing demand for Maldives vacations from travelers in emerging markets such as Russia, Kazakhstan, Belarus, and Georgia, with 7.4% of visitors coming to the Maldives in 2024. The guide reveals that travelers tend to prioritize