Maldives Sees 7% Increase in Tourist Arrivals, China Leads as Top Source Market

Tourist arrivals in the Maldives rose 7% compared to last year, with 358,999 visitors as of February 18, up from 335,467 in 2023. China became the top source market with 54,438 tourists, followed by Russia and the UK. Resorts remain the preferred accommodation, hosting 69% of tourists. The government has set ambitious targets for 2024 to build on this momentum.

Tourist arrivals in the Maldives rose 7% compared to last year, with 358,999 visitors as of February 18, up from 335,467 in 2023. China became the top source market with 54,438 tourists, followed by Russia and the UK. Resorts remain the preferred accommodation, hosting 69% of tourists. The government has set ambitious targets for 2024 to build on this momentum.

Tourist arrivals in the Maldives rose 7% compared to last year, with 358,999 visitors as of February 18, up from 335,467 in 2023. China became the top source market with 54,438 tourists, followed by Russia and the UK. Resorts remain the preferred accommodation, hosting 69% of tourists. The government has set ambitious targets for 2024 to build on this momentum.

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