Maldives Coral Institute to Hold ‘Coral Festival 2023’ in Addu, Hithadhoo
The Maldives Coral Institute (MCI) will host a ‘Coral Festival 2023’ in Addu, Hithadhoo from 28-30 April, bringing together scientists, NGOs, politicians, environmentalists, and members of the public to celebrate the Maldives’ coral reefs and marine ecosystems. The Festival, held over
AA. Thoddoo – Through the eyes of Ahmed Riza
It was my second visit to AA Thoddoo a week before Ramadan and had a mixed experience over my expectations. Thoddoo’s population is approximately 3000 of which 20% comprises foreigners working in the agriculture and tourism industry. This number could
Noo Raajje presents findings of World’s largest Ocean Use Survey
Noo Raajje has released the final report of the world’s larges Ocean Use Survey ever conducted. The nationwide survey shows how more than 25,000 Maldivians use and value their ocean. The report is available online at www.nooraajje.org/oceanusesurvey. The Noo Raajje team presented
The Maldivian government has given the green light for the expansion of resort jurisdiction
The Maldives government has recently approved plans to expand the jurisdiction of resorts in response to concerns raised by the Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) about fishing vessels operating too close to the resorts. The current jurisdiction of resorts
Noo Raajje invites the public to learn about the Maldives Ocean Use Survey
Noo Raajje will host an interactive session to share the key findings from the largest Ocean Use Survey ever conducted in the Maldives. The session will be held at 2:00 PM, March 15 at Maldives National University’s (MNU) Malé campus. Participants will
Villa Resorts Launches Next-Gen Employee Recognition Program
Villa Resorts has recently unveiled their new Employee Appreciation Program on International Employee Appreciation Day 2023, acknowledging the evolving nature of work environments as they become increasingly diverse, multi-generational, and technology-oriented. Starting from March 3rd, 2023, the program will incorporate mobile
25% Increase in the number of tourist arrivals within the first two months of the year
There was a 25% increase in the number of tourists within the first two months, plummeting up to 350,000 tourists. The number of tourist arrivals within the first two months has increased significantly compared to last year. According to the tourism ministry,
‘Maldives’ Fastest Mobile Network’ is awarded to Dhiraagu at Mobile World Congress 2023 by Ookla®
Ookla® has given Dhiraagu the award for 'Maldives' Fastest Mobile Network' at the Mobile World Congress 2023 in Barcelona, Spain, and the award was received by Dhiraagu's CEO and Managing Director, Mr. Ismail Rasheed. Dhiraagu was also announced as the
Parallel Events to take place at CROSSROADS and PATINA Maldives this year
Parallel Events is a worldwide gathering for individuals working on solutions to advance the Sustainable Development Goals. It is anticipated to be the largest meeting of its kind in the Maldives, with global leaders in the field collaborating to make
The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) signs MOU with Parley Maldives
The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) and Parley Maldives signed an MoU today with the aim of enhancing implementation of AIR (Avoid, Intercept and Redesign) strategy for the Tourism Industry of Maldives as well as partnering in the areas