Travel & Tourism

Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) has completed a dedicated operation to facilitate the departure of Umrah pilgrims travelling through Velana International Airport (VIA) during July, with more than 5,565 pilgrims...

Visit Maldives has partnered with the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2026 as the Official Destination Partner, reaffirming its commitment to advancing regional tourism collaboration and promoting excellence across South...

Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) showcased the growing cargo operations at Velana International Airport (VIA) and its potential to become a major transshipment hub in the Indian Ocean at Air...

Visit Maldives has officially launched Visit Maldives Week in Australia, a three-city roadshow designed to strengthen the Maldives' presence in one of its fastest-growing long-haul markets. Beginning today in Perth,...

Velana International Airport (VIA) has recorded a new milestone in its air cargo operations, exporting 114 tonnes of transshipment cargo in a single day.

Velana International Airport (VIA) has introduced the Boli Calm Room, a dedicated sensory-friendly space designed to support children with non-visible disabilities and enhance their travel experience.

On 28 June, the Maldives Airports Company Ltd (MACL) signed an MoU on Airport Crisis Management. The session was conducted with the National Disaster Management Authority, Maldives (NMDA), Maldives Meteorology...

Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier flynas has resumed its direct flight services between Riyadh and Malé, according to an announcement by Velana International Airport.

On 20 June 2026, the Velana Airport announced the arrival of the one millionth visitor to the Maldives.