MALE, Maldives (MNTV) — The Maldives is stepping up efforts to diversify its visitor markets and expand its footprint in the fast-growing global wellness tourism industry, showcasing its offerings this week at the Eurasia Tourism and Health Expo in Istanbul. The international event brings together tourism boards, medical-travel companies and i...
MALE, Maldives (MNTV) — The Maldives is set to host its largest open-water swimming competition as the global Oceanman franchise announces its debut event in the country, signalling a growing push by the island nation to strengthen sports tourism and attract international athletes. The race, scheduled for April 2026 on K. Maafushi, is expecte...
CAIRO, Egypt (MNTV) — Egypt is looking to Asia to drive the next phase of its tourism growth, with officials forecasting a 20 percent increase in international arrivals in 2026, supported by greater regional stability and a strong lineup of global events. Speaking to Asharq News during the TOURISE 2025 forum in Riyadh, Ahmed Youssef, […...
MALE, Maldives (MNTV) — The Maldives has been named among the world’s most desirable island destinations, earning bronze at the 2025 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards in London, reaffirming its global reputation for natural beauty and sustainable tourism. According to the state-run Public Service Media, the award was received by Ibrahim Shiuree,...
MANAMA, Bahrain (MNTV) — Bahrain and Qatar are set to launch a new international passenger sea ferry connecting Saadah Marina in Bahrain’s Muharraq Island to Al Ruwais Port in Qatar, as part of efforts to enhance regional travel and tourism integration. The 70-minute ferry service, operated by Masar Group, seeks to promote maritime tourism and...
DHAKA, Bangladesh (MNTV) — Bangladesh has opened a major international tourism exhibition aimed at revitalizing South Asia’s travel economy and promoting cross-border cooperation among regional tourism industries. The three-day event, held at the Bangladesh–China Friendship Conference Center in Dhaka, brings together more than 120 organization...
MUSCAT, Oman (MNTV) — Oman has announced a significant boost to its tourism sector with the signing of 36 usufruct contracts worth 100 million Omani rials ($260 million), in a move that aligns with the country’s Vision 2040 strategy to diversify the economy and promote sustainable growth beyond oil revenues. According to the Ministry of [&hell...
JAKARTA, Indonesia (MNTV) –– European tour operators attending the 42nd TTC Travel Mart in Jakarta are increasingly targeting Indonesia’s growing Muslim-friendly and faith-based tourism market, reports TTG Asia. Sutan Nicko, travel consultant head of Indoreisen UK, said the company is developing thematic programmes under Storynomic, Historinom...
Three-volume travelogue serve as reference material for information on cultural context, culinary heritage and travel destinations relevant to Muslim travelers MANILA, Philippines (MNTV) — The Philippines has launched its three-volume travelogue on Muslim-friendly tourism to capture a substantial share of the multi-billion-dollar market, repor...
From online visa applications to GPS-guided navigation in Makkah, technology is streamlining pilgrimage experience SYDNEY, Australia (MNTV) — For Australian Muslims, performing Umrah is becoming more streamlined and connected than ever before, thanks to a wave of digital innovation reshaping the sacred journey. From online visa portals to mob...
