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Qatar Adds the Maldives to COVID-19 ‘Green List’

Travellers enjoying a romantic holiday in the Maldives
The Government of Qatar has added the Maldives to its COVID-19 Green List, giving travellers the advantage to home quarantine upon return.

The Government of Qatar has added the Maldives to its COVID-19 Green List. Upon being added to the list, travellers returning to Qatar from the Maldives can opt for home-quarantine.

Before, travellers had to spend 14-days in a quarantine facility at Qatar upon arrival. However, now that the Maldives is added to the Green List, travellers will only be required to spend a week in quarantine. Likewise, they will re-test for COVID-19 on the 6th day of quarantine.

There are also 10 Rules of Home Quarantine that travellers must adhere to:
  1. ​​Have a suitable housing condition with the availability of your own room and linked bathroom
  2. Sign an undertaking to abide by the rules of home-based quarantine
  3. Watch a short video on the home quarantine measures and read the Home Quarantine Booklet
  4. Apply preventive measures at home to protect others
  5. Have a swab test on day 6 after your arrival back to Doha at one of the PHCC healthcare centres
  6. Answer the phone calls from the public health team during your home quarantine
  7. Agree to receive a visit from the public health team every 2 to 3 days
  8. Inform the public health team if you develop any symptoms (fever, cough, body aches, change in taste or smell)
  9. Download the Ehteraz app
  10. Should not receive visitors while under home quarantine

Qatar is one of the emerging tourist source markets to the Maldives. So, this decision to include the Maldives in the Green List will further increase tourist arrivals from Qatar. The flag carrier of Qatar, Qatar Airways was also the first airline to resume operations to the Maldives upon the border reopening on 15th July 2020.

In addition to this, the United Kingdom has also added the Maldives to its Travel Corridors List. Britain lifted restrictions on the Maldives, allowing holidaymakers to travel to the Maldives without the need to self-isolate on arrival back to the United Kingdom.

Feature image by Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa
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Aarunya Nature Resort by Atmosphere Core at Nepal

Atmosphere Core accelerates its global expansion by introducing its first resort in Nepal, AARUNYA NATURE RESORT BY ATMOSPHERE. Nestled in the serene Banepa Valley, just outside Kathmandu, this addition clearly highlights the company’s ambition to lead the luxury travel sector by offering unique and inspiring destinations. Moreover, this milestone marks a key step in the company’s strategy to grow its international footprint and establish itself as a significant player in the hospitality industry.

Salil Panigrahi, Group Managing Director of Atmosphere Core, expressed his excitement about the new project:

Nepal is fast emerging as a key destination in South Asia’s luxury hospitality landscape, and travellers are increasingly seeking immersive, offbeat destinations. With properties coming up in Maldives, India, and Sri Lanka, Aarunya Nature Resort is a natural next step. Our distinctive Holiday Plan concept opens up destinations once reserved for the global elite. It’s about making these spaces more accessible without compromising on authenticity. Aarunya Nature Resort by Atmosphere is more than a resort, it’s a way to truly experience Nepal, its stories, its rituals, its generous spirit

A Unique Luxury Experience in the Heart of Nepal

Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts and Lost Horizon Jungle Resort Limited formed a strategic partnership to create Aarunya Nature Resort, which will open in late 2025. Together, the two companies bring the brand’s distinctive vision to life in one of South Asia’s most breathtaking settings. Banepa, a historic town that rises 5,000 feet above sea level in Nepal’s Bagmati Province, surrounds itself with misty hills and sacred trails, thus creating an ideal backdrop for a peaceful, soul-enriching type of travel. The 25-acre resort will offer guests spectacular views of the Himalayas and, on clear days, even glimpses of Mount Everest.

The resort will feature 51 elegantly designed cottages and suites. Each unit will provide stunning views of the surrounding Himalayan landscape through expansive windows. Additionally, the interiors will reflect the local culture and the natural beauty of the Kathmandu Valley, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere. Guests will also enjoy diverse culinary experiences across two distinct restaurants: one offering all-day dining with alfresco seating, and the other serving a specialty menu that blends Nepali and Asian flavors.

Wellness and Recreation for Every Traveler

Alongside luxurious accommodations, the resort will offer a wellness sanctuary by ELE|NA, the award-winning wellness brand from Atmosphere Core. The sanctuary will promote deep relaxation by combining traditional wellness therapies with modern treatments. Furthermore, the resort will present a variety of recreational options, including nature walks, cultural experiences, and family-friendly activities. Notably, a dedicated kids’ club and a swimming pool will ensure travelers of all ages find something enjoyable.

Immersing Guests in the Spirit of Nepal

Gyanendra Lal Pradhan, Chairman of Lost Horizon Jungle Resort Limited, shared his enthusiasm for the partnership:

Partnering with Atmosphere Core is a natural fit. Their approach to hospitality is both grounded in global service standards and elevated by unique experiences – exactly what we envisioned for Aarunya. Surrounded by cultural treasures and iconic trails, like the path to the Thrangu Tashi Yangtse Monastery in Namobuddha, Banepa is emerging as a mindful luxury destination. It blends history, spirituality, and natural beauty in a way that few places can. We’re proud to be shaping something special here, together”.

Aarunya Nature Resort will offer visitors an opportunity to experience the very essence of Nepal by blending natural beauty with rich cultural experiences. Consequently, the resort will define Nepal’s luxury tourism scene, providing a peaceful, immersive retreat for those who seek to connect with the land and its traditions in a meaningful way. By staying at Aarunya, travelers will not only explore breathtaking landscapes but also embrace the spirit, history, and generosity that characterize Nepal.

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