Maldives Sees Unexpected Growth in Tourist in 2007 and 2008

he Maldives tourism industry has been experiencing a period of unbridled growth over the 2006-2007 period, and with improved and expanded tourist facilities in the pipeline for 2008, the boom is predicted to continue in the coming year.An 8.5% increase in the number of visitors to the Maldives was anticipated for 2007, although the actual figure has been recorded as an unprecedented 12.3% rate of growth when compared to 2006, which was also a record year. more

Valentine's in the Maldives

Extravagant romantics looking for the ultimate Valentine's experience will be heading for the Maldives during February. This collection of over a thousand tropical islands is already a year-round haven for loved-up couples who want to immerse themselves in themselves. The newest luxury resort Naladhu, which opened in March 2007, is gearing up for the Valentine's period with special packages available throughout most of the month. more

Thailand leads summer rush

Long haul travel: Holidaymakers looking much further Printer friendly version Despite only now recovering from the heaving Christmas period and all of its repercussions many of us already have our eyes on those prime summer breaks. It's during these coldest Winter months that the UK predictably eyes up those hotter destinations around the world and this year, it appears, it will be Thailand and the Maldives that most notably take our fancy. more