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Maldives Records Over 4,500 Tourist Arrivals in a Single Day

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The Maldives has recorded the highest number of tourist arrivals on a single day since border reopening with over 4500 arrivals.

Maldives has recorded the highest number of tourist arrivals on a single day since border reopening with over 4500 arrivals. Tourism Minister of the Maldives, Dr. Abdulla Mausoom tweeted that the holiday destination recorded 4567 tourist arrivals on 19th December 2020.

This is the highest number of tourist arrivals recorded in a single day since the Maldives reopened its borders. Last Thursday, on 17th December 2020 the Maldives has also marked the milestone of 500,000 tourist arrivals to the nation in 2020. The island archipelago has also welcomed over 100,000 tourists since the border reopening.

In his tweet, Minister Mausoom thanked everyone for their contributions towards the Maldives’ tourism industry.

The Maldives estimates to reach its peak tourist arrival rates in 2021. Likewise, the island nation predicts over 1.5 million tourist arrivals in 2021.

As the country reopened its borders tourist arrivals slowly started picking up. Meanwhile, airlines have also gradually recommenced their operations to the holiday destination as well. Currently, about 20 airlines operate flights to the Maldives from around the globe.

Most recently, the flag carrier of France, Air France recommenced operations to the Maldives yesterday, 20th December 2020. According to a tweet by the Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL), the flight arrived yesterday with 268 passengers.

Also read: Choosing a Villa in the Maldives: Beach, Overwater or Underwater?

Major airlines started its operations to the Maldives within a few days after the borders reopened. And since, many airlines have increased its flight frequency to the holiday destination. One of the biggest airlines in the world, Emirates increased its flight frequency to the Maldives, now operating 4 daily flights.

Tourist arrivals have further increased colliding with the holiday season as well. Meanwhile, several celebrities have also chosen the Maldives as their holiday home this year. Particularly, Indian celebrities have flocked to the Maldives with the holiday season.

Feature image by Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives

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Kuda Villingili Resort Welcomes India’s Aqua Fitness Expert Rajni Maker for Global Wellness Day 2025

Aqua Fitness Expert

From June 14 to 18, 2025, the luxury resort in the Maldives, Kuda Villingili will host an exclusive wellness program celebrating Global Wellness Day, inviting guests to reconnect with themselves, nature, and community through the transformative power of water. Rajni Maker, a trailblazer in India’s aqua fitness scene known for her innovative and inclusive water-based workouts, will lead the five-day event.

Aqua fitness expert Rajni Maker brings over 16 years of experience in Pilates, mindful movement, and water-based training to the Maldives, where she will lead guests through a fun and energizing mix of low-impact exercises suited for all fitness levels. Her signature programs, including Aqua Tabata, Kickboxing, Circuits, Pilates, Aerobics, and Zumba, blend science with flow to deliver joyful, joint-friendly workouts that boost overall vitality. Recognized by NATCOM and ATNI for her contributions to the field, Rajni also holds an Aqua Specialisation from the Federation of International Sports Aerobics and Fitness in Singapore.

She shared her excitement about the upcoming program

“I am thrilled to bring my expertise to Kuda Villingili. The resort’s serene setting and expansive aquatic spaces offer the ideal canvas for meaningful, water-based wellness experiences. My goal is to help every participant reconnect with their body and mind, while also leaving them with simple, sustainable practices they can continue at home—whether they are just beginning their wellness journey or are seasoned fitness enthusiasts.”

Wellness Experiences Set in Paradise

Kuda Villingili Resort already welcomes wellness lovers with a variety of experiences that promote balance, vitality, and inner peace. Its private island spa features eight treatment villas specializing in holistic therapies with organic, island-inspired ingredients. On top of that, guests who prefer active pursuits will find the Maldives’ largest pool, a cutting-edge gym overlooking the ocean, and a jungle yoga pavilion perfectly positioned for sunrise and sunset practice.

Now, with Global Wellness Day approaching, the resort has pulled together an experience that goes beyond the usual. Throughout the five days, guests can enjoy a thoughtfully curated lineup of activities designed to nourish both body and soul:

  • Start with a guided nature walk through the island’s lush landscape, ending with a mindful beachside body scrub using traditional Maldivian ingredients.
  • Then, wake up your core with sunrise Pilates sessions using the Magic Circle, focusing on strength and flexibility.
  • After that, join Rajni for high-intensity aqua kickboxing classes—a joint-friendly but seriously energizing cardio workout.
  • Families can also get moving together during fun and active beach HIIT sessions.
  • For something playful, join a friendly padel tennis match and compete for wellness-themed prizes.
  • Later, tap into your creative side with a nature-inspired painting session.
  • And finally, take time for yourself with a one-on-one wellness consultation with one of the resort’s expert practitioners.

As the schedule flows from movement to mindfulness, the entire program ties beautifully into this year’s Global Wellness Day theme, #ReconnectMagenta. It’s all about slowing down, recharging, and reconnecting, whether that means bonding with loved ones, finding inner calm, or just being present in nature.

About Rajni Maker and Flow & Fit

Rajni Maker is more than just an aqua fitness expert, she’s reshaped the way people in India experience movement in water. Her Flow & Fit program brings her vision of fitness to life: fluid, empowering, and deeply restorative. Not to mention, she blends elements of yoga, functional training, and rehab into every session, creating something that feels both powerful and healing.

With certifications from respected institutions like ACSM, the Pilates Institute of America, and the Evidence-Based Fitness Academy, Rajni backs her passion with real knowledge. What makes her stand out, though, is how she turns fitness into something fun, approachable, and doable—whether you’re brand new or a long-time wellness enthusiast.

You can check out the brochure here

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