Maldives welcomes 1.5 millionth tourist of 2019

The Maldives welcomed the 1.5 millionth tourist of the year on Sunday, reaching the government’s target of arrivals for 2019.

Marina Kazakova from Russia was welcomed at the Velana International Airport with a ceremony featuring cultural dances and a boduberu (traditional drums) performance.

The target for 2020 is two million visitors, Tourism Minister Ali Waheed said at the ceremony, attributing the tourism boom to marketing efforts and political stability since the new administration took office in November last year.

A very warm congratulations to Ms. Marina Kazakova from Russia, the 1.5 millionth tourist to the Maldives this year! #Maldives #VisitMaldives #SunnySideofLife pic.twitter.com/prWdhTuTAg

— Visit Maldives (@visitmaldives) November 24, 2019

Complimentary holiday sponsored by @Mirihi awarded to the 1.5 millionth tourist by Minister of Tourism, @ali20waheed accompanied by Mr. Erdal Altinok, Director of Business Development, Mirihi Island Resort.#Maldives #VisitMaldives #SunnySideofLife pic.twitter.com/1KjIWlbfw7

— Visit Maldives (@visitmaldives) November 24, 2019

Alhamdhulillaahi. We have achieved the target.
1.5 millionth tourist in 2019.
Congratulations #Maldives #VisitMaldives #SunnySideofLife #JazeeraRaajje pic.twitter.com/ORLbaaBXED

— Ali Waheed (@ali20waheed) November 24, 2019

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The Ministry of Finance has offered Pension Office the opportunity to invest in an MVR 250 Million Treasury Bond. pic.twitter.com/K6yvIESEyC

— Pension Office (@PensionOffice) November 24, 2019

On Thursday, Hon.Minister @MariyaDidi & Team from @NCTCMaldives met with officials from the National Counter Terrorism Agency of Indonesia @BNPTRI. Discussions focused on opening up avenues for #Maldives–#Indonesia cooperation in P/CVE, including propagation of counternarratives. pic.twitter.com/bcEyGQIgje

— Ministry of Defence (@MoDmv) November 24, 2019

We’re done collecting data for Grouper maturity studies in R. Dhuvaafaru for this trip. This data will be taken into consideration when making management plans regarding the fishery. #sustainablefisheriesmv #worldbank pic.twitter.com/7OCvNLZjTK

— Sustainable Fisheries Resources Development (@fishprojectMV) November 24, 2019

Authentic Thundu kuna/ Mat weaving at Gdh Pavilion.
Visit @fannuexpo at Dharubaaruge and explore more creations from different atolls.#happeningnow #fannuexpo #maldives pic.twitter.com/2tO7QYkNtf

— Fannuexpo (@fannuexpo) November 23, 2019

Visit Kudakudhinge Bageecha during @fannuexpo (4pm to 6pm) till 28th November, for exciting games, a bit of face paint, a running baby shark and lots of fun powered by Business Center Corporation (@BCC_mv). pic.twitter.com/7bBAEVUAQe

— JCI Maldives (@JCIMaldives) November 23, 2019

Stop by our stall this week at @fannuexpo to purchase a handmade bowl or ginger grater. These beautiful pieces are made by ceramics artist Marie Saleem. We love how she merges pottery with her island roots 🇲🇻💪🏽#supportsupportivewomen pic.twitter.com/uGFFzol6Kn

— Maldives Women's Association (@MVWomensAssn) November 23, 2019

First Lady Fazna Ahmed attends closing ceremony of BML 44th National Swimming Competition pic.twitter.com/yRDUHq4XO7

— The President's Office (@presidencymv) November 23, 2019

President @ibusolih attends closing of 55th National Tennis Championship pic.twitter.com/fBe1pOR2eO

— The President's Office (@presidencymv) November 23, 2019

Hon. @Roxeyna Adam, MP for Addu Meedhoo constituency has been elected to the Executive Board of @pgaction today in its meeting of the International Council.

Congratulations @Roxeyna ! pic.twitter.com/DN6OU9iQGr

— People's Majlis (@mvpeoplesmajlis) November 23, 2019

⁣Two designers from #Maldives showcase their Maldivian culture-infused collection at Thailand's largest silk fashion event, "Celebration of Silk: Thai Silk Road to the World 2019".⠀
⠀#VisitMaldives #SunnySideofLife pic.twitter.com/T75Wx8aXQg

— Visit Maldives (@visitmaldives) November 23, 2019

@ensisgroup Open Day was a very successful event with a huge turn out. I was thrilled to see that the youth and women are interested in working as Ensis will be providing a wonderful opportunity with 4 hour/8 hour work shifts. Good luck Ensis! pic.twitter.com/kF0Ij7oeNj

— Zaha Waheed (@ZahaWaheed) November 23, 2019