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Maldives kicks off 2025 with 9.4% surge in tourist arrivals

Maldives saw a 9.4% increase in tourist arrivals in early 2025, with 132,235 visitors so far, averaging 6,612 per day. January 12 set a record of 8,174 arrivals. Resorts dominate accommodation (69.3%). Russia is the top source market with 16,073 tourists, followed by China (14,203), a rise from ninth place. The government targets 2.2 million visitors for 2025, building on a record 2 million in 2024. MMPRC is launching initiatives like 'Visit Maldives Shop', 'Calendar', 'Academy', and 'Content Portal'.

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Maldives saw a 9.4% increase in tourist arrivals in early 2025, with 132,235 visitors so far, averaging 6,612 per day. January 12 set a record of 8,174 arrivals. Resorts dominate accommodation (69.3%). Russia is the top source market with 16,073 tourists, followed by China (14,203), a rise from ninth place. The government targets 2.2 million visitors for 2025, building on a record 2 million in 2024. MMPRC is launching initiatives like 'Visit Maldives Shop', 'Calendar', 'Academy', and 'Content Portal'.

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