By mid August tourism demand is running ahead of the daily pace needed to reach the 2026 year-end target, despite YTD arrivals remaining below 2025. Short-term momentum, concentrated source markets and a wide forecast range remain risks.
Profitable packages begin with current net costs for rooms, meals, transfers and activities, plus contingency, distribution and margin. Separate tax and service charge, compare...
July gave the Maldives tourism industry something June did not: a visible rebound in visitor volume. Arrivals rose from 123,552 in June to 183,119 in July. That is an important...
The right package balances guest certainty with operational control. Room-only suits independent travellers; meal plans support islands with limited dining; transfer and...
Transfer pricing must capture the entire journey, including supplier fares, empty positioning legs, waiting, luggage, coordination and disruption risk. Clear rules for...
Excursion pricing should begin with the boat’s full operating cost, expected—not maximum—passengers, channel deductions and weather risk. Clear minimum-participant, charter,...
Room pricing should respond to booking pace, lead time and remaining inventory—not anxiety. By comparing pickup with forecast, guesthouses can raise rates confidently, protect...