The surge reflects a broader trend, Indian Ocean destinations are gaining ground as top choices for UAE travellers seeking both luxury and authenticity
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Paradise for sale? How to buy a private island in the Maldives for $5 million
Maldives leasehold market attracts Gulf investors in record numbers despite hefty development costs
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EXCLUSIVE: UAE developers pour billions into Maldives as luxury island market heats up
Honeymooners may soon find the Maldives transformed into a lucrative second-home market, thanks to over $3 billion in UAE investments by 2030
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Abu Dhabi’s ADFD extends additional $40mn loan for Maldives airport
Abu Dhabi fund has now issued total loans of $90 million for the modernisation and expansion of the critical Velana International Airport
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Private islands, personal concierges: Maldives luxury resorts see 60% Gulf tourist surge on year-round VIP demand
Maldives luxury resorts beat seasonal fluctuations by targeting wealthy tourists from Saudi Arabia and the UAE with tailored experiences
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Qatar Airways announces Maldivian flights partnership to boost Maldives tourism
Qatar Airways boosts Maldives connectivity with Maldivian partnership
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Review: The Ozen Collection – Where Maldivian luxury meets sustainable paradise
What The Ozen Collection offers is not just luxury accommodations, but a gateway to experiencing the Maldives in all its multifaceted glory
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Etihad announces Maldives transport boost, offers flights to 16 new island destinations
Etihad and Maldivan boost UAE to Maldives flights with extra flights and interline destination boost
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Flydubai launches daily operations to second Maldives location
The new service to Gan International Airport will launch on February 2023
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Emirates in talks with Maldives national carrier on codeshare deal
Emirates and Maldivian will also explore opportunities to cooperate on their respective tour operating arms
