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Tourism Minister Reveals Plans to Restart Domestic Tourism

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Tourism Minister of the Maldives, Dr. Abdulla Mausoom revealed plans to restart domestic tourism with discussions starting on February 2021.

Tourism Minister of the Maldives, Dr. Abdulla Mausoom announced plans to restart domestic tourism. International travellers can currently visit the Maldives by presenting a PCR test taken 96 hours before their arrival. However, locals within the country have to quarantine for 10 days upon arrival in another island.

Minister Mausoom tweeted that the ministry will hold stakeholder discussions within the first week of February 2021. Furthermore, the minister said that the ministry will work out a model to restart domestic tourism with maximum safety yet minimum inconvenience.

In 2020, the Maldives reopened its borders on 15th July after about 4 months. The island nation concluded the year with a total of 555,399 tourist arrivals. Hence, reaching the revised target for 2020. Moreover, 172,552 of these tourists arrived after the country reopened its borders.

Also read: Maldives Records Over 57,000 Tourist Arrivals within First 20 Days of 2021

Within the first 20 days of January 2021, Maldives has witnessed 57,599 tourist arrivals. According to the statistics from the Tourism Ministry of Maldives, a daily average of 2,880 tourists arrived in the tropical holiday destination. The figures also reveal that tourists are spending as an average of 9.5 nights in the Maldives.

This January, several Bollywood celebrities, love island stars and popular models have spent their new year getaway in the Maldives as well. Indian celebrities including; Yash, Sara Ali Khan, Raiza Wilson, Nikita Sharma and Lakshmi Manchu has vacationed in the Maldives.

Meanwhile, Love Island’s Joanna Chimonides, Sophie Piper, Georgia Steel, and Kady McDermott spent their vacation in the Maldives. Several models including the Miss World Australia 2012, Jessica Kahawaty, Miss Universe 2015, Pia Wurtzbach, and Romanian Model, Adelina Pestritu have also holidayed in the Maldives this month.

The Maldives targets to welcome 1.5 million tourist arrivals and more than 10 million bed nights in 2021. According to the Ministry of Tourism, more than 140 resorts and more than 300 guesthouses are currently operational in the Maldives.

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Shaping the Future of Maldives Luxury: Strategic Leadership Appointments at Leading Resorts

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The Maldivian resort sector continues its upward trajectory with two significant leadership appointments announced this month. These strategic promotions reflect a growing emphasis on innovation, quality, and guest-centric service in one of the world’s most competitive hospitality markets. Furthermore, Atmosphere Core and Canareef Resort Maldives both welcomed seasoned professionals into pivotal roles, reinforcing their commitment to excellence and development across the islands.

Atmosphere Core Promotes Krishna P. Chalise to Senior Vice President Projects


Atmosphere Core promoted Krishna P. Chalise to Senior Vice President Projects, signaling the company’s ambitious growth plans across the Maldives. With over 20 years of experience and an exceptional portfolio of high-impact projects, Chalise will now lead the end-to-end development of all resort ventures in the region. In addition, his appointment highlights the company’s dedication to driving forward its expansion. Furthermore, this promotion underscores the company’s confidence in Chalise’s ability to lead large-scale initiatives.

Chalise contributed to over a dozen successful island developments, bringing unmatched expertise in planning, execution, and cost-effective delivery. As a result, his visionary approach and deep understanding of Maldivian development dynamics made him a vital part of Atmosphere Core’s journey since its inception. Notably, Chalise’s leadership has shaped the company’s growth, particularly in its ambitious resort projects across the islands.

Reflecting on the promotion, Chalise stated:

“I am deeply grateful for the trust placed in me by the leadership team, as we go ahead on this journey of building inspiring, sustainable, and guest-focused resorts that set new benchmarks for experiential travel in the Maldives”.

Canareef Resort Maldives Appoints Aloysious Noronha as Food & Beverage Manager


Canareef Resort Maldives appointed Aloysious Noronha as its new Food & Beverage Manager, bringing over three decades of international hospitality experience. In addition, Noronha held leadership roles in renowned properties across the Middle East, where he excelled at managing diverse teams and delivering elevated dining experiences. Moreover, his proven track record positions him as an ideal candidate to take on this significant role at the resort.

Noronha will focus on refining culinary offerings, enhancing service delivery, and crafting memorable dining moments that align with the resort’s guest-first philosophy. Consequently, his leadership will elevate the overall dining experience for guests. Thus, his appointment will contribute to the resort’s continued success in the competitive luxury market.

Speaking about this new appointment, the management of Canareef Resort Maldives said:

“We are thrilled to have Aloysious on board. His extensive knowledge and proven track record in delivering high-quality service make him an invaluable asset to our team. We look forward to the exciting developments he will bring to our culinary journey.”

Ultimately, both appointments mark a forward-looking shift in the Maldives’ luxury hospitality scene.

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