Latest figures from the Maldives’ Ministry of Tourism show that the destination saw a 10.7 percent increase in the number of travellers from the Middle East who visited in the first six months of this year when compared with the same period in 2017.

Jumeirah Vittaveli has launched an overwater wedding pavilion, offering wedding ceremonies and vow renewals.

Oman Air plans to resume its service between Muscat and Malé in the Maldives this October.

Travel agents in the UK who book Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort are to receive an automatic upgrade from Bed & Breakfast to Full Board, encompassing three meals a day, for their clients.

Gili Lankanfushi is introducing a new range of castaway adventures for children aged four and over.

Six resorts in Baa Atoll, Maldives are coming together as one destination for a new summer dining festival.

Taking into consideration the cultural and religious similarities of the Maldives with the Middle East, the pristine, secluded resorts scattered around its numerous atolls offer a home away from home for multigenerational discerning families.

BOASTING SIGNIFICANT CULTURAL SIMILARITIES WITH THE MIDDLE EAST, THE MALDIVES HAS PROVEN TO BE AN EXTREMELY WELCOMING RETREAT FOR DISCERNING ARAB GLOBETROTTERS.

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“[Spa and wellness] is a vital part of our tourism industry, hence, the number of unparalleled exquisite spas in terms of splendour and luxury are as legendary as our unique island resort hotels,” commented Mohamed Riyaz,