According to the statistics by the Maldives’ Ministry of Tourism, over 3000 tourists visited the Maldives every day on average in 2021.
According to the statistics by the Maldives’ Ministry of Tourism, over 3000 tourists visited the Maldives every day on average in 2021. Dubbed as the World’s Leading Destination in 2020 by the World Travel Awards, Maldives has become a trendy holiday destination.
The COVID-19 pandemic pushed resorts, guesthouses and other service providers in the Maldives to take extra precautionary steps. When the country reopened its borders in July 2020, tourists starting visiting the island archipelago once again. Then, during the holiday season of the same year, the island nation witnessed numerous celebrities flocking to the destination. The Maldives concluded 2020 with 555,494 tourist arrivals.
In 2021, Maldives already witnessed over 220,000 tourist arrivals. According to the figures from the Maldives’ Ministry of Tourism, the island archipelago recorded 227,488 tourist arrivals from 1st January to 12th March 2021. Despite the fears of the COVID-19 pandemic, Maldives has ensured travellers can enjoy a safe holiday experience.
Figures indicate 3,204 tourists visited the island nation on average by 12th March 2021. Likewise, tourists are spending an average of 9 days in the Maldives. Statistics further reveal that tourist arrivals during the period (1st January 2021 to 12th March 2021) decreased by 38.7% compared to 2020. Furthermore, tourist arrivals decreased by 40.6% compared to 2019 during this period.
India and Russia contribute to a large portion of tourists that visited the Maldives so far in 2021. Meanwhile, other leading source markets include Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Germany, Romania, Czech Republic, France, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. India and Russia were also the leading tourist source markets in 2020. Moreover, some of the most influential Indian and Russian celebrities have vacationed in the Maldives during the past few months.
The Maldives aims to welcome 1.5 million tourists in 2021. Tourism Ministry forecasted that the tropical holiday destination will witness 10 million bed nights this year.
As the Oscars draw near, the excitement builds as one of the most exciting and highly anticipated traditions returns: the “Everyone Wins” Nominee Gift Bag. Distinctive Assets, the entertainment marketing company, creates this iconic Academy Awards gift bag, which has become synonymous with luxury. It offers Oscar nominees a dazzling selection of extravagant and unique gifts. With a reputation for being the ultimate in luxury gifting, the 2025 edition promises to impress even further. It will showcase remarkable surprises—including a dream getaway to the Maldives, the epitome of tropical elegance, and world-renowned for its luxurious resorts and pristine beauty.
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A Tropical Luxury Escape: JOALI Maldives and JOALI BEING
This year, the Maldives makes its mark in the “Everyone Wins” Nominee Gift Bag in a truly exceptional way. The prestigious JOALI resorts highlight the gift bag, offering nominees a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience two of the most luxurious properties the Maldives offers.
JOALI Maldives
JOALI Maldives sits on the tranquil Muravandhoo Island in Raa Atoll, known for its immersive blend of art and nature. This living gallery offers guests not just a luxurious escape but an experience of creativity and sustainability. The “jadugars,” (magicians in Maldivian), offer bespoke services to ensure every guest’s needs are met with personalization and care. The resort blends traditional luxury with innovative eco-conscious practices, creating an environment where art, nature, and sustainability coexist seamlessly. Guests enjoy local and international artwork throughout the resort, along with stunning white-sand beaches and vibrant marine life surrounding it. Every aspect of JOALI Maldives invites guests to unwind in the most creative and eco-friendly way possible.
JOALI BEING
JOALI BEING, the first island in the Maldives dedicated entirely to wellness, takes the luxury experience to an even more personalized level. The wellness resort offers a holistic approach to well-being, providing an immersive journey through the Four Pillars of Mind, Microbiome, Skin, and Energy. This sanctuary rejuvenates both the body and mind, offering curated wellness journeys with the help of a team of experts. State-of-the-art facilities such as the KAASHI hydrotherapy hall and the B’Kidult wellness zone for families make this luxurious resort the ultimate destination for those seeking not just rest but transformative wellness experiences. The resort’s commitment to health, luxury, and environmental consciousness has made it one of the most sought-after destinations in the world—and now, it is a key offering in the “Everyone Wins” Oscars 2025 Nominee Gift Bag.
Cleo Anderson’s Expert Selection
Cleo Anderson, a renowned luxury travel expert featured in Forbes and the host of Wanderluxe with Cleo Anderson on LUXE.TV, played a key role in selecting these extraordinary resorts. As the official Luxury Travel Curator for the “Everyone Wins” Gift Bag, Anderson curated exclusive travel experiences to ensure the nominees received only the best properties. Her reputation for discovering unique, high-end destinations around the world has made her a trusted authority in luxury travel. Anderson’s selection of JOALI Maldives and JOALI BEING reflects her keen understanding of what appeals to Hollywood’s elite—luxury that also embraces wellness, sustainability, and artistry.
The Ultimate Gift Bag: Luxurious and Unique Experiences
The Oscars 2025 Nominee Gift Bag offers luxurious Maldivian escapes alongside a variety of high-end experiences and products. Nominees will enjoy a five-night wellness retreat at Santani in Sri Lanka, a five-night stay at the Cotton House Hotel in Barcelona, and beauty and wellness items like Miage skincare sets, L’Oréal cosmetics, and exclusive wellness gift boxes. Fitness enthusiasts will also benefit from a Function Health membership, which provides access to over 100 lab tests.
Recipients will indulge in art-inspired beauty products, such as IERIAS NAMA Sacred Glow skincare, INSTYTUTUM sets, and Petty Pout lip products. They will also receive wellness items like the Neue Theory wellness box and Danucera D22 Tonic, along with ArtLipo body contouring procedures.
The gift bag includes unique experiences such as a personalized AncestryDNA kit, a VIP Family History experience, and a 3D Virtual Wellness Retreat. Fashion and accessories include a BAGCEIT portable purse seat, Nomatic functional bag, Bored Rebel t-shirt, OMGIGI jewelry bar experience, and luxury items like the Sattaché shoe bag. For dog lovers, handcrafted luxury dog clothing is also featured.
Additional items include a membership to Ancestry.com, film-inspired merchandise, an Alamo Drafthouse gift card, a luxury tea box set from Brook37, gourmet snacks, wine, THC-infused products, and home renovation services.
The excitement continues to build as the 97th Academy Awards are set to take place on March 2, 2025, promising another remarkable night of celebration in Hollywood.
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