Maldives Newsflash

Maldives’ Velana International airport opened its new 3.4km runway. The new runway will accommodate largest aircrafts in operation, such as the Airbus A380.

Fully vaccinated visitors no longer require a PCR test to enter the country. Visitors now simply require two doses of an approved WHO Coronavirus vaccine.

The Omicron travel restrictions for African nations has lifted now. Tourists from South Africa and six other countries in the continent can now travel freely.

Velana International Airport has opened its much-anticipated new VIP/CIP service complex. Offers modern services and facilities for the luxury traveller.

Tourism industry is now recovering strongly. International tourism has been affected by the coronavirus and visitor numbers are still lower that expected.

The country has imposed a travel ban on seven African countries to help stem the flow of the latest COVID variant. The ban was implemented by the Health Protection Agency.

Visitor numbers have surpassed one million and expects welcomed over 1.3 million by the end of the year. The event has celebrated with a special ceremony.

The number of Indian expats who are quarantined in the country has fallen dramatically. This change is due to ease of the Middle East entry requirements.

After reopening the country for tourism and now Italy has removed Maldives from its red list. Visitors start again to travel their dream holiday destination.

Almost five decades ago when the first resort opened in the country it was still an island nation barely known to outside world. The islanders relied on fishing.

A direct connection between London and Velana International has been re-established. This was following the easing of Coronavirus restrictions last month.

The first multi-island integrated leisure destination is to welcome a new luxury resort. SO hotels is scheduled to open their first resort at Crossroads.

If you are planning to visit the Maldives, you must be aware of the latest updates on Covid-19 prevention measures. The new rule for PCR test gives more time.

Visitors can be confident of a safe trip. 96% of tourism workers have now received their first dose of COVID vaccine according to the Ministry of Tourism.

Curfew hours has completely dissolved in the Capital city area following a decrease in coronavirus cases. Legal permits to exit home are no longer required.

The majority share of the largest seaplane operator in the world, Trans Maldivian Airways has been taken by American multinational private equity firm.

The country will reopen its borders on July 15 for travellers from South Asian countries. All visitors are required to submit a negative PCR result on arrival.

The national airline operator Island Aviation Services, which operates Maafaru International Airport, has announced airport terminal expansion project.