New Record Number of Tourist Arrivals on a Single-Day Since Border Reopening

The Maldives has recorded the highest number of tourist arrivals on a single-day since the border reopening, with over a thousand arrivals on 2nd October 2020. According to a tweet by the Ministry of tourism, the arrival numbers increase hope for the recovery of the Maldives tourism industry.

The latest statistics from the Maldives Immigration reveal that the island archipelago has welcomed over 18,867 arrivals since the border reopening. Furthermore, the Maldives welcomed 9,538 tourist arrivals in the month of September alone. According to the figures, Russia led the arrival figures for September 2020 with over 2000 arrivals. Followed by, the United Arab Emirates was the second-highest performing tourist market with 1029 arrivals. Arrivals from Russia has increased by 338% in the month of September.

Meanwhile, the average number of tourist arrivals per day has increased by 45.90% in September 2020 with an average of 318 arrivals. In August, the average number of tourist arrivals stood at 218 arrivals per day. Furthermore, figures indicate 696 tourists arrived on a single day in September 2020. And also 97 tourist arrivals were the lowest recorded figure on a single day in the month.

The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) has hosted various activities to promote the destination. Furthermore, MMPRC has planned various promotional activities for the remaining months of the year as well. In addition to that, privately-owned Resort Life Travel has also been running various campaigns to promote the island nation. The company has recently kicked off ‘Project FOMO’. A viral marketing campaign focused on bouncing back from the loss COVID-19 has taken on the Maldivian economy.

Also read: Maldives Records 9,538 Tourist Arrivals in September 2020

The Island nation has also introduced a border miles program for travelers. The loyalty program, initiated by the Maldives Immigration is the first-of-its-kind program developed in the entire world. Maldives Immigration believes the program will take the tourism sector of Maldives to peak in the foreseeable future.

Feature image by Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives

Marriott International proudly announces the successful completion of the inaugural KURIMAGU Leadership Program. This milestone underscores the company’s commitment to nurturing and empowering local Maldivian talent within the hospitality industry. The graduation ceremony took place on 29 November 2024, at The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands. It celebrated the achievements of the program’s first cohort. The cohort included 29 associates from Marriott’s resorts across the Maldives.

Mark Fletcher, Area Director of Human Resources for Singapore & Maldives at Marriott International, expressed his pride in the program’s success:

“We are incredibly proud of the progress made by the first cohort of KURIMAGU participants. KURIMAGU is more than just a leadership development program – it’s a platform for Maldivian talent to thrive. By empowering our associates with the tools and support to excel in leadership roles, we are shaping the future of Marriott while contributing to the long-term growth and prosperity of the Maldives’ hospitality industry. This is a critical part of our ongoing commitment to investing in and developing local talent for sustainable success”

A Year of Dynamic Learning and Growth

The KURIMAGU Leadership Program is a transformative 12-month initiative designed to develop the leadership potential of local talent. It prepares participants for key roles within Marriott and the broader hospitality industry. Graduates came from renowned properties including Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa, Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa, The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa, JW Marriott Kaafu Atoll Island Resort, W Maldives, The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort & Spa, and The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands. Marriott’s continued support for this initiative highlights its dedication to creating a pipeline of future leaders for the Maldives hospitality sector.

Over the past year, participants have engaged in an enriching learning experience. The curriculum included both in-person and virtual training sessions, self-paced e-learning, structured mentoring, cross-disciplinary exposure, and collaborative group learning. Participants also had opportunities to interact with senior leaders through insightful fireside chats. During these chats, they received valuable feedback on their career progression. Mentorship from seasoned hoteliers guided their development, fostering both personal and professional growth. This collaborative environment encouraged participants to share experiences. Learn from each other, and build lasting networks that enhanced their leadership capabilities.

Marriott International remains dedicated to nurturing local talent and fostering a culture of growth and leadership. The KURIMAGU Leadership Program reflects Marriott’s core value of “Putting People First” and contributes to the long-term success of both the company and the Maldives’ hospitality industry. Through initiatives like KURIMAGU, Marriott International aims to build a strong pipeline of talented individuals, ready to assume greater responsibilities and lead the future of the hospitality sector in the Maldives and beyond.

New Record Number of Tourist Arrivals on a Single-Day Since Border Reopening

Also read: Maldives Records 9,538 Tourist Arrivals in September 2020

Feature image by Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives

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