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Maldives Records 92,103 Tourist Arrivals in January 2021

Maldives tourist arrivals January 202
The Maldives has recorded 92,103 tourist arrivals in January 2021 with a daily average of 2,971 tourist arrivals to the island nation.

The Maldives has recorded 92,103 tourist arrivals in January 2021. According to the Maldives’ Ministry of Tourism, the island nation witnessed a daily average of 2,971 tourist arrivals to the island nation.

The figures indicate that tourists spent an average of 9.2 days in the Maldives. In comparison to January 2020, tourist arrivals have decreased by 46.9%. In January 2020, Maldives recorded 173,347 tourist arrivals.

Looking at the leading markets regionally, Europe is the biggest tourist source market. Asia & Pacific ranked in the second place with 21,233 arrivals during the period. 3,840 tourist arrived from the Americas while 2,367 tourists arrived from the middle east. Lastly, 890 tourists arrived from Africa.

Also read: 15 Exciting Maldives Resort Openings in 2021

Country-wise, Russia ranks as Maldives’ leading tourist source market with 20,973 tourist arrivals in January 2021; which is 22.8% of the total market share. Neighbouring India came in at the second place with 19,135 arrivals, a market share of 20.8%.

7,210 tourists arrived in the Maldives from Ukraine. And the Ukraine source market witnessed a whopping growth of 196.2%. Likewise, in the 4th place, the Kazakhstan market also grew by 152.5% with 4,434 tourist arrivals.

Romania ranked as the 5th biggest tourist source market in January 2021. Several Romanian celebrities including Singer INNA and Romanian Model Adelina Pestritu have spent their vacation the Maldives during the month.

The Maldives recorded 3,728 tourist arrivals from France; a decrease of 46.4%. Followed by, 3,390, 2,504, and 1,960 tourists arrived from Germany, the United Kingdom, and the United States respectively. Furthermore, Switzerland ranked in the 10th place with 1,958 tourist arrivals.

According to the Ministry of Tourism, 144 resort (and marinas) are currently open in the Maldives. Meanwhile, 11 hotels, 135 guesthouses, and 324 safari vessels remain active as of 31st January 2021. In this year 2021, Maldives targets to welcome 1.5 million tourists. Likewise, the tropical holiday destination concluded 2020 with 555,494 tourist arrivals.

Feature image by Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives

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Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Partners with Manta Trust!

Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Maldives announces its recent certification as a partner of Manta Trust, a global leader in manta ray conservation. This exciting partnership underscores Sun Siyam Iru Fushi’s proactive efforts towards environmental stewardship. Additionally, this also underscores its dedication to preserving the delicate marine ecosystems of the Maldives. 

The Manta Trust is a globally recognized organization registered in England and Wales. In addition to being dedicated to research, and protection, the organization also works on the conservation of manta rays and their habitats worldwide. Through research, education, and advocacy, the Manta Trust strives to ensure the long-term survival of these majestic creatures. Additionally, the Manta Trust also works on protecting the ecosystems and the habitat.

Guests visiting Sun Siyam Iru Fushi now have the opportunity to safely interact with manta rays if they are spotted during any resort excursion activities. This allows guests to create unforgettable memories while also respecting the natural habitat of the mantas. In addition, guests can contribute to citizen science by submitting their photographs to the Manta Trust. This helps researchers with the identification and tracking of individual mantas. Additionally, this also provides valuable data on population dynamics and habitat preferences in the Maldives. To further enhance the experience, Sun Siyam Iru Fushi team members, who have received specialized training, are available to answer questions and provide insights into the captivating world of manta rays.

The resort pledges to actively support the Manta Trust’s initiatives through collaborative efforts. This includes participation in research expeditions, hosting educational programs, and engaging in community outreach initiatives throughout the year. In addition, the resort will educate its team members on responsible interactions with mantas. With this, the resort is actively contributing to manta ray conservation efforts. 

We are thrilled to join forces with the Manta Trust in their mission to conserve manta rays and their habitats. At Sun Siyam iru Fushi, we recognize the importance of preserving the marine environment for future generations, and this partnership underscores our ongoing commitment to sustinable practices, says Caitlin Ruth Rentell – Marine Biologist at Sun Siyam Iru Fushi.
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