Pertnership offer to build and operate the below city hotel in Male’ City, Maldives

The Hotel Male’

Hotel Area: Male City Number of rooms: 117 Free Wi-Fi

Room Types

Deluxe King Bed
Deluxe Queen
Deluxe Twin
Deluxe Ocean View King
Deluxe Ocean View Queen

Photos of this hotel
View Swimming pool Restaurant

Restaurant Guest Room View

Pub/Lounge Surroundings View
Pub/Lounge Hotel Interior View

View Hotel Exterior Pub/Lounge

Hotel Interior Guest Room Swimming pool
Swimming pool Pub/Lounge Surroundings

Guest Room Guest Room Reception

Guest Room Guest Room View
Guest Room Fitness Room Hotel Interior

Hotel Interior Pub/Lounge Hotel Exterior

Deluxe Room Deluxe Room Executive Room
Deluxe Room- Ocean View Deluxe Room – Bathroom Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite Deluxe Suite – Living Area Restaurant

Ballroom Restaurant All Day Dining Restaurant
All Day Dining Restaurant All Day Dining Restaurant Café

Fitness Room Rooftop Swimming Pool Rooftop Swimming Pool

Reception Hotel Exterior View

One of 26 atolls north of the equator, The Hotel, Malé, Maldives, is set amidst sensational sandy beaches and opaline waters of the Indian Ocean. Accessible via an airport speedboat transfer, The Hotel, Maldives, is an ideal point to explore the stunning good looks of the capital city.
Wooden and mirrored scrollwork define the hotel’s contemporary décor, while its 117 rooms are cool and air-conditioned, fitted with dark slatted wood and tiled floors.
This luxury hotel’s amenities and services include:
In-room Broadband
Business Centre

Enjoy sushi, fresh Maldivian tuna, grilled premium meats and ocean views at the rooftop Restaurant while our all-day-dining Restaurant features an abundance of Southeast Asian flavours.
A short walk from the hotel will get you to the bustling Fish Market, flower-filled Sultan Park, Presidents Office, Republican Square, Main jetty, Presidential Palace and the Old Friday Mosque. All these are most attractive places for the visiting tourists to the Maldives. The Hotel, Maldives, can arrange for its guests a daytrip to one of the nearby palm-fringed coral islands for a scuba-diving excursion. Alternatively, the hotel’s rooftop infinity pool provides the ultimate resort-style getaway.
At The Hotel, Malé, Maldives, you can move ahead with confidence while fulfilling your island fantasies.

Rooms & Suites

Executive Room
An oasis of comfort tucked in the pearl of the ocean

Overlooking the magnificent Indian Ocean, the 117 rooms and suites at The Hotel, Malé, Maldives, present guests with a chance to experience a resort-style view with all the modern luxuries. These rooms boast some of the finest facilities among hotels in Maldives.
Contemporary, air-conditioned guestrooms with dark slatted wood and tiled floors are perfect for unwinding or conducting a business meeting that is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Surf the web with wireless Internet connections, sip chilled drinks from a fully stocked mini-bar or gaze through floor-to-ceiling windows upon the great ocean.
Travel an unruffled path to success in Malé’s oasis of comfort.

Hotel Offers
Couples Indulgence

From USD 335 per night
Get away from the hustle and bustle and experience indulgence and relaxation together.
This offer includes:
• 1 night in either Deluxe Room, Deluxe Ocean View Room, Executive Room or Deluxe Suite
• Complimentary Romeo and Juliet 50 minute whole body massage for two.
• Complimentary return speedboat transfers from and to Ibrahim Nasir International Airport
• Complimentary in-room wired Internet and Wi-Fi access, in-room
• Buffet breakfast in Lime Restaurant

Terms and Conditions
1. This offer is based on occupancy of two persons per room per night inclusive of daily breakfast at Lime Restaurant.
2. Rates are subject to 10% Service Charge and 6% Goods and Service Tax and mandatory Maldivian bed tax of US$8 (subject to change) per person per night regardless of age.
3. This offer is not applicable for group consisting of 10 rooms or more.
4. All reservations must be guaranteed with credit card and International arrival and departure flight details.

Blissful Escape

From US$305 per night
Stay overnight and wake up truly refreshed, rejuvenated and relaxed.
This offer includes:
• 1 night in either Deluxe Room, Deluxe Ocean View Room, Executive Room or Deluxe Suite
• Complimentary massage with an option of 30 minute back massage or 30 minute foot massage
• Complimentary return speedboat transfers from and to Ibrahim Nasir International Airport
• Complimentary in-room wired Internet and Wi-Fi access, in-room
• Buffet breakfast in Lime Restaurant
Terms and Conditions
1. This offer is based on occupancy of one person per room per night inclusive of daily breakfast at Lime Restaurant.
2. Rates are subject to 10% Service Charge and 6 % Goods and Service Tax and mandatory Maldivian bed tax of US$8 (subject to change) per person per night regardless of age.
3. This offer is not applicable for group consisting of 10 rooms or more.
4. All reservations must be guaranteed with credit card and International arrival and departure flight details.

Stopover Package

From US$ 290 per night
Recharge for the night in the comfort of The Hotel, Malé, Maldives before heading to your island getaway.
This offer includes:
• Return speedboat transfers from and to Ibrahim Nasir International Airport
• In room midnight snacks
• Buffet breakfast for two in Lime Restaurant
• Complimentary in-room wired Internet and Wi-Fi access

Terms and Conditions
1. This offer is based on occupancy of two persons per room per night.
2. Rates are subject to 10% service charge, 6% government tax and mandatory Maldivian bed tax of US$8 (subject to change) per person per night regardless of age.
3. This offer is not applicable for group consisting of 10 rooms or more.
4. All reservations must be guaranteed with credit card and International arrival and departure flight details.

Malé Discovery

From US$290 per night
Don’t miss the opportunity to visit the bustling city of Malé with a one-night stay at The Hotel, Malé, Maldives.
This offer includes:
• Return transfers from and to Ibrahim Nasir International Airport
• Guided tour of the city
• Buffet breakfast in Restaurant
• Complimentary in-room wired Internet and Wi-Fi access

Terms and Conditions
1. This offer is based on occupancy of two persons per room per night.
2. Rates are subject to 10% service charge, 6% government tax and mandatory Maldivian bed tax of US$8 (subject to change) per person per night regardless of age.
3. This offer is not applicable for group consisting of 10 rooms or more.
4. All reservations must be guaranteed with credit card and International arrival and departure flight details.

Dining

Restaurant
Exceptionally fresh dining experiences await

Enjoy sushi, fresh Maldivian tuna, grilled premium meats and mesmerizing ocean views at the rooftop Restaurant, or sample an abundance of Southeast Asian flavours at our all-day dining restaurant Lime. Room service is also available round the clock.
Stop by for coffee, tea or snacks any time at the 24-hour café. Guests can also chill out with an innovative mocktail at the rooftop lounge, which affords panoramic views of the ocean.
Sleek & contemporary dining
Restaurant serves contemporary Western and Japanese fusion cuisine in sleek surrounds. The roof-top restaurant offers stunning ocean views and breezy freshness for a memorable dining experience.

Pleasurable dining round the clock
An international- and Asian-themed all-day-dining restaurant features a daily buffet breakfast with live cooking stations and offers a journey of Asian cuisines for lunch.
On Fridays, treat the whole family to a sumptuous buffet dinner of international and Maldivian cuisines.

Symphony of flavours

Restaurant’s culinary concept is a fusion of traditional and contemporary cooking. The harmonious blend of ingredients, chosen for their succulence and taste, complements the restaurant’s calming ambience.

Yellow Fin Tuna Tartar Seafood Pasta
Layers of diced fresh yellow fin Homemade pasta, Indian Ocean seafood,
seasoned with togarashi spice, cherry tomatoes and chilli.
lime juice, olive oil and garnished
with mango-lime salsa.

Catch of the Day Apple Crumble
Grilled Reef fish marinated in lime Chunks of lightly sweetened apples covered
juice, dill and olive oil and served with crunchy topping and almond flakes.
with button potatoes and sauce vierge.

Rendezvous in modern comfort
The Bar, a chic lobby café, offers light refreshments in an informal space, just right for relaxed socializing or business meetings.

Relax & rejuvenate in a tranquil oasis

The Fitness Centre provides hotel guests with recreational facilities including a 24-hour gymnasium.
Equally popular – and for good reason – is the rooftop infinity pool that looks out onto glorious sunsets and the magnificent Indian Ocean.
Approach our Hotel Concierge to make the most of your Maldives holiday. Choose from desert island daytrips and exciting excursions, including scuba-diving, dolphin-watching and deep-sea fishing.

Meetings & Events

Meeting rooms
Make a date with our professionals

The Hotel, Malé, Maldives, houses facilities that cater to functions, from meetings, seminars and corporate events to exhibitions and social gatherings.
Our meeting facilities include:
• Spacious Grand Room (300 max)
• 10 meeting rooms
All of the function rooms feature state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment, including the following:
• Complimentary broadband Internet access
• Latest audiovisual equipment
• Video conferencing facilities

Super Value Dates
Get special rates for groups of 10 or more rooms for meetings or events on specific dates.

Signature Events
The Hotel’s Signature Events offer a comprehensive set of initiatives designed to deliver streamlined, successful events.

Organizing executive events

Signature Events has been created to provide streamlined processing and specialised service delivery, with a wide selection of new Bonus Options.
The comprehensive portfolio of Signature Events services includes each of the following as standard:
• A written basic proposal and quotation for the event within six working hours of initial enquiry
• Group Online Reservations to save the trouble of consolidating bookings and rooming lists
• Central Credit Administration to facilitate a credit line with multiple properties
• Dedicated events specialists in key departments to provide seamless service throughout the hotel
• Organizing executive events with appointed events management professional to handle all event arrangements
Further to these Signature Events initiatives, we offer even greater value-added service with the new Bonus Options collection of benefits for event planners and their delegates.
Bonus Options
Choose your event benefits from a range of carefully thought-out Bonus Options when booking a group of at least 25 paying guestrooms with minimum function-room spend. Depending on the number of guestrooms booked, we are pleased to offer the following two-tiered selection of Bonus Options.
For an event group booking of 25 guestrooms or above, please select three benefits from Bonus Options A
For an event group booking of 40 guestrooms or above, please select four benefits from Bonus Options A and B
Bonus Options A:
• One complimentary guestroom upgrade for event organizer
• One complimentary round-trip airport transfer
• Complimentary LCD projector with two wireless microphones
• Complimentary coffee, tea and soft drinks throughout the main event dates for up to 40 persons
• 15% discount on in-house audiovisual equipment
• 25% discount on all business centre services
Bonus Options B:
• Complimentary guestroom for event organizer for up to two rooms per event
• Two complimentary round-trip airport transfers
• One complimentary welcome cocktail with one-hour standard open bar for up to 40 persons
• Enjoy a 10% credit on your next event at The hotel*

* Terms and Conditions
• Credit applies for event group with a minimum total spending of US$5,000 per event, excluding service charge and prevailing government taxes.
• Credit is based on non-commissionable guestroom rates.
• The 10% credit is subject to a maximum of US$5,000 per event and based on total event expenses after any event credit deduction.
• Credit is non-accumulative and can only be used for a single event at one time.
• Earned credits are non-transferable and may only be redeemed by the same company that held the event.
• All credits earned must be used within six months of group departure.
Facilities of The Hotel Male
General
24-hour front desk, Non-smoking rooms, Rooms/facilities for disabled guests, Lift/elevator, Express check-in/check-out, Safety deposit box, Luggage storage, All public and private spaces non-smoking, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Restaurant (à la carte), Restaurant (buffet)
Activities
Fitness centre, Massage, Outdoor swimming pool
Services
Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Airport shuttle, Business centre, Laundry, Ironing service, Currency exchange, Shoeshine, Concierge service, Shuttle service (free), Airport shuttle (free)
Internet
Free! WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Parking is not necessary for visiting guests.

Policies of Traders Hotel Male
Check-in
14:00 – 23:30 hours
Check-out
12:00 – 14:00 hours
Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to room type. Please check the conditions of required room.
Children and extra beds
Free! One child under 5 years stays free of charge when using existing beds.
One older child or adult is charged USD 110 per person per night in an extra bed.
The maximum number of extra beds in a room is 1.
There is no capacity for cots in the room.
Any type of extra bed or child’s cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately when checking out.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted credit cards
American Express, Visa, Euro/Mastercard, JCB, Maestro
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

Important information
Guests are required to provide arrival and departure flight details 72 hours prior to arrival for the free speedboat transfers from the airport to the hotel.
We guarantee
• Booking is safe. When you book with us your details are protected by a secure connection.
• Your privacy is protected. Your details will only be used to guarantee your booking.
• No booking fees. You only pay the hotel. Booking will never charge your credit card.
• Best Price Guarantee. Found your room online at a lower price? We’ll match it.

Sun Island and Spa – Maldives

Sun Island Resort & Spa

ADh. Nalaguraidhoo, South Ari Atoll, Maldives 00220

 

 

Room Types

                Standard Beach Bungalows

Superior Beach Bungalows

Water Bungalows

 

Photos of this hotel

Island View	Beach	Island View
View	Beach	Beach
Beach	Standard Beach Bungalows	Standard Beach Bungalows
Standard Beach Bungalows Exterior	Superior Beach Bungalows	Superior Beach Bungalows
Superior Beach Bungalows Exterior	Water Bungalow	Water Bungalow
Water Bungalow – Terrace	Water Bungalow – Bathroom	Sun Star – Thai Restaurant
Sun Star – Thai Restaurant	Sun Star – Thai Restaurant	Al Pontile – Italian Restaurant
Al Pontile – Italian Restaurant	Beach Bar	Mekunu Bar
Vani Coffee Shop & Bar	Lobby Bar	Fitness Room
Putting Green	Recreational Facilities	Recreational Facilities
Recreational Facilities	Recreational Facilities	Recreational Facilities
Recreational Facilities	Recreational Facilities	Recreational Facilities
Recreational Facilities	Recreational Facilities	Swimming Pool
Swimming Pool	Spa	Spa
Spa – Treatment	Shops	Reception
Arrival Jetty	Surroundings

 

Photos of this hotel

		Island View
		Beach
		Standard Beach Bungalows
		Superior Beach Bungalows
		Water Bungalow
		Sun Star – Thai Restaurant
		Al Pontile – Italian Restaurant
		Mekunu Bar
		Fitness Room
		Recreational Facilities
		Recreational Facilities
		Recreational Facilities
		Swimming Pool
		Spa
		Reception

 

 

Hotel Features

            Hotel Description

Situated in the peaceful surroundings of Nalaguraidhoo Island, this stunning resort is one of the most popular in the Maldives. The resort is easily accessed by seaplane which takes about 35 minutes from the main Male Airport and gives guests a chance to see firsthand the amazing array of Islands in the area. Each room is beautifully designed and offers air-conditioning, television with satellite channels and a balcony area to relax and enjoy the marvelous setting. The Sun Island Resort houses several top class restaurants including Sun Star, which specializes in fresh seafood and a wonderful Italian restaurant which is perfectly located on the Jetty and makes an ideal spot for newlyweds or couples celebrating their wedding anniversary.

 

Hotel Policies

Honeymooners : A bottle of champagne and fruit basket
Wedding : A bottle of champagne and fruit basket on Silver and Golden Wedding Jubilees
Birthday : A birthday cake and a bottle of wine on birthday celebration at resort

– For guests entitled to the special offers and complimentary should be notified and advised at the time of the booking and specified in the hotel voucher.

Transfer Notice

Upon arrival at Male’ International Airport, the resort representative will be waiting for you at Arrival Hall or at airport counter 24 . The resort arranges round-trip seaplane transfers, which is an automatic surcharge and will be added to the grand total cost of the booking. Please ensure that you provide your flight details at the time of booking or at least 3 days prior by email. Seaplane transfers are only available during daylight hours and scheduled domestic flights are there to a nearby domestic airport of our own. Please arrange necessary accommodation close to Male for your convenience if your flight to Male arrives after 3.30 pm and departs before 9.55am.

Children and extra beds:

Children under 2 stay for free in existing bedding. Note, cot charges may apply.
Children aged 2 or over must use an extra bed.

  Useful Information

Airport Transfer Available: Yes

Airport Transfer Fee: 304 USD

Check-Out: 12:00 PM

Distance to Airport: 62.0 Miles

Earliest Check-In: 1:00 PM

Internet Usage Fee: 1 USD

Number of Bars: 6

Number of Floors: 1

Number of Restaurants: 3

Number of Rooms: 426

Parking Available: Yes

Reception Open Until: 00:00 AM

Room Service: Yes, 24 Hrs

Room Voltage: 220

Time to Airport (Minutes): 35

Year Hotel Built: 1998

 

Seaplane Transfers Notice

To reach the resort, a shared seaplane transfer is required for which a surcharge will be added to the total cost of your booking. Your flight details and full names of your traveling party will be required at the time of booking or at least 3 days prior to your arrival. Rest assured that upon receipt of your details Agoda with the resort will organize all transfer requirements. The hotel’s airport representative will meet you at the Arrival Hall.

Seaplane transfers only fly in daylight hours.

• If your flight arrives BEFORE 3.30pm, a transfer to the hotel will be arranged same day.

• If your flight arrives AFTER 3.30pm, you will need to make arrangements to stay in Male’ overnight. A stopover in Male can be booked here: Male City Hotels and Male Intl Airport Hotels

• If your flight departs Male’ BEFORE 9.30am, you may have to check-out a day prior and stay overnight close to the airport to catch your onward flight.

Maldives booking and transfer info (FAQ)

We look forward to welcoming you to the Maldives!

 

Food, drink and entertainment

Mekunu Bar
our main bar, is open 24 hours a day, and offers a wide variety of exotic cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages. Open and airy, Mekunu Bar also offers beautiful views of the lagoon

Al Pontile
Al Pontile is a tranquil, over-water oasis designed to serve as a feast for the senses. As your eyes marvel at stunning views of our aquamarine lagoon and intricate coral reef, your palate will be inspired by a traditional Italian and Japanese specialties. Discover an innovative fusion of cuisines at our Maldives Japanese restaurant, and taste the tropics as you never have before.

Lobby Bar
offering a warm and comfortable atmosphere for meetings and mingling. Open daily from 1700h to midnight.

Vani Coffee Shop & Bar
a casual beachfront outlet offering a variety of snacks, light meals and specialty dishes. Open 24 hours a day.

Beach Bar
located near the windsurfing school, this shorefront bar is open daily from 09:00 h to 17:00 h

Sun Star – Thai Restaurant
This Maldives Thai restaurant provides the unique opportunity to dine directly along the ocean’s edge. Gaze out at the seemingly infinite expanse of turquoise waters as you indulge in traditional Thai dishes like Kaeng Khiao Wan Kai and Tom Yam Krung. Marvel at the graceful wings of the stingray colony below, which congregates every evening near the restaurant. For the ultimate romantic evening, choose a table on the restaurant’s wraparound deck, and dine beneath the twinkling stars.
Sun Star isn’t just another Maldives Asian restaurant – it’s an experience you can’t find anywhere else in the world.

 

 

 

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Investing in Maldives

Why Maldives?

The World Bank’s 2006 Investment Climate Assessment “Ease of doing business Index” ranked Maldives top in South Asia

The Maldives enjoys a stable and transparent legal system and policy making environment. A foreign investment law guarantees the security of foreign and domestic investments. Furthermore, the Maldives’ liberal trade environment, dynamic private sector and development-oriented legal structure all contribute to a climate conducive to trade and investment.

The Maldives is socially cohesive, with a homogenous population that shares one culture, religion and language. Furthermore, the Maldives enjoys political stability, as witnessed by the recent peaceful transfer of power to a new, democratically-elected President. A new constitution, enacted in 2008, that enshrines the separation of powers between the executive, legislature and judiciary, is testament to the country’s stature as a modern and forward-looking nation.

The vast untapped potential in natural marine resources and the young, energetic and dynamic workforce are strong inducements to invest in the Maldives. The number of foreign companies investing in the Maldives has been increasing yearly for over a decade and foreign companies now provide air transport, resort management, manufacturing, management and accounting services.

The Maldives aims to attract more foreign investment, with an emphasis on attracting investments that:

1. are capital intensive
2. enhance transfer of technology
3. introduce new skills
4. are environmentally friendly

Maldives is in the middle of the Indian Ocean. The most convenient way of getting to the Maldives is by air. The International Airport is located on Hulhulhe’ Island, adjacent to Male.’The airport is strategically located close to the centre of commerce and many of the tourist resorts. Several scheduled and charter flights operate to the Maldives. Scheduled flights operate to the Maldives from Sri Lanka, India, Singapore, Malaysia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar and many European capitals. In addition, several charter operators from European and Asian cities, catering mainly to the tourist trade, also operate to the Maldives round the year. So far, if you see the world map in a closed look, you will see that Maldives is located in the map which is the connecting point for Asia to Africa, Middle-East, Europe, American Continent. It can made the transiting point for sea and air cargo as well as passengers to longer routed destinations.

Foreign investors may choose, either to set up an investment wholly owned by foreigners or form joint ventures with Maldivian Nationals or companies registered in the Maldives. As such foreign investments may enter the Maldives under the following THREE options.

1. Right to 100% foreign ownership.
2. Legally backed investment guarantee.
3. Provision for overseas arbitration of disputes
4. Long term contractual agreements and long term lease of land
5. Freedom to use foreign managerial, technical and unskilled workers.
6. No foreign exchange restrictions.
7. No restrictions on the repatriations of earnings or profits.

The following fees are to be paid to the Registrar of Companies at the time of incorporation of a Company in the Maldives.

1. Annual fee USD 156 (approx)
2. Stamp fee USD 39 (approx)
3. Company registration fee; depends on the authorized registration fee capital of the Company (Minimum authorized capital of USD 156 [approx.] is required by Law)
4. All foreign investments incur an administrative fee of USD 2,000.

Cost of re-registering a Company in the Maldives
Re-registering a Company resident overseas in the Maldives is free

Foreign investments registered with the Invest Maldives are required to pay an annual royalty to the government, as per the following schedule:

Foreign investment entities whose ownership is at least 51 percent held by Maldivians or wholly owned Maldivian entities incorporated in the Maldives, are required to pay an annual royalty equivalent to 1.5 percent of Gross Turnover or 7.5 percent of Net Profit, whichever is greater.

OR

Foreign investment entities, in which, less than 51 percent of the ownership is held by Maldivians or wholly owned Maldivian entities incorporated in the Maldives, are required to pay an annual royalty equivalent to 3 percent of Gross Turnover or 15 percent of Net Profit, whichever is greater.

List of investments approved by the Government.

1. Financial consultancy
2. Auditing services
3. Insurance services
4. Water sports activities
5. Commercial diving (salvage)
6. Domestic air transport services
7. Catering services for airlines
8. Big Game fishing
9. Technical support services i.e. photocopies, elevators, ATM machines etc
10. Manufacturing of garments
11. Water production, bottling and distribution
12. Consultancy inpublic relation, editorial, advertising and translation services
13. Packing and distribution of cement
14. General Sales Agency , Passenger Sales Agency and Cargo Sales Agency for airlines and shipping lines
15. Spa operations and management
16. Water treatment plant
17. Boat building
18. Software development and relatedsupport services
19. Financial leasing services
20. Fish processing activities
21. Traditional medical services
22. Production of underwater photography, videography and post cards
23. Block ice making
24. Speciality Restaurants
25. Professional business valuation services
26. Flying School
27. IT System integration and implementation services

There is no requirement to obtain a visa in advance. A valid passport and health documents are the only travel documents required to enter the Maldives. All visitors receive a 30-day free tourist visa on arrival. Tourist visas can be extended, if need be, by lodging an application to the Department of Immigration and Emigration. A charge of approximately US$ 60 is levied on tourist visa extensions. Firearms, ammunition, narcotic drugs and pornographic materials are prohibited items and should not be brought into the Maldives.

Those intending to work in the Maldives must acquire a work permit, issued by the Ministry of Higher Education, Employment and Social Security. Employers intending to employ foreign nationals in the Maldives are required to apply for a work permit number prior to the prospective employees’ arrival in the Maldives. A completed work permit application is processed within a period of one to three working days. Those intending to invest in the Maldives may visit the Maldives on a tourist visa and may carry out any information search and work relating to the approval and set up of the foreign investment in the Maldives. Once an investment is approved by the Government, all foreign employees recruited for the operations should follow the normal process of obtaining a work permit as described above.

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Our sea plane at service

Air taxi Base at GMR International Airport

Air taxi Base at GMR International Airport

Air Taxi

Welcome to Maldivian Air Taxi, one of the largest seaplane operations in the world! And where else could we be more appropriately located than in the Maldives?

The Maldives is a nation of islands in the Indian Ocean consisting of over 1,190 islands stretched over an archipelago that measures more than 800 km from North to South, best known as one of the most romantic holiday destinations in the world.

We have been in operation since 1993, offering convenient transfers to holidaymakers and locals alike. Today we carry hundreds of thousands of tourists and locals who visit the various islands each year. We take pride in taking them to their dream destinations, flying over endless stretches of breathtaking atolls, islands and reefs.

Please take some time to check out the variety of services we offer, from excursions to photo flights and charters for your private pleasure.

Our fleet consists of more than 20 DHC-6 Twin Otters, a fleet that is wholly owned by the Company.

The DHC-6 Twin Otter is a Canadian 19-passenger STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing) aircraft developed by de Havilland Canada and currently produced by Viking Air. De Havilland has a history of more than 80 years. Development of the Twin Otter began in 1964, with the first flight on May 20, 1965. Twin engines not only provided improved safety but also allowed for an increase in payload while retaining the renowned STOL qualities.

The Twin Otter proved to be an immediate success, and became immensely popular for short-haul commuter transportation. The Twin Otter is one of the most versatile aircraft ever produced and could come with floats, skis or tricycle landing gear depending on the needs of its users.

We believe that our success and the consolidation of our reputation as a safe and reliable seaplane operator in a country such as the Maldives is primarily due to the fact that the Twin Otter is the most ideal small aircraft to the aviation environment in which we operate.
Safety and Quality

Standards
Safety and quality are embedded in all aspects of our operations. We adhere to a Safety Management System in all our departments, viz. Safety, Quality, Aircraft Maintenance, Flight Operations and Ground Operations Department.

We have a dedicated team of independent Safety and Quality Department personnel with qualified managers and auditors who work with written-down procedures that comply with regulations of the Maldives Civil Aviation Department.

Our Captains hold Airline Transport Pilot Licenses and are also instrument-rated. We strictly adhere to both our approved operations specifications and de Havilland’s standard operating procedures.

We are fully compliant to Civil Aviation Department (CAD) rules and regulations in the Maldives and we hold the following approvals:

Maldivian Air Operator Certificate Holder (AOC) – ref – AOC. No. 005
Continuing Airworthiness Management Organization (CAMO) – ref – MV.MG.003
Maldives Civil Aviation Regulations – MCAR 145 – Ref-MV.145.025

Visit the CAD website, http://www.aviainfo.gov.mv to read more about the regulatory environment in which we operate.

Maintenance and operations
We have a diverse pool of highly skilled engineers and technicians from various parts of the world, each bringing their own share of valuable aviation expertise. We exceed de Havilland’s maintenance schedules to ensure that, the operation and maintenance of our aircraft is always compliant with all specifications and regulatory requirements.

We have recently started upgrading the Avionics Package on our fleet with the latest instruments such as ASPEN, GNS 330/430/530 and INDIGO SAT on board which adds to safety and better navigational flying aspects of aircraft, making it simpler and more comfortable for pilots to fly.
Maldives

Geography: The Maldives consists of approximately 1,190 coral islands grouped in a double chain of 27 atolls, spread over roughly 90,000 square kilometers, making the country one of the most unique destinations in the world. The islands stretch over a distance of 800 km from north to south.

Local Time: +5 GMT

Climate: The temperature of Maldives ranges between 24⁰ and 33⁰ C throughout the year. Although the humidity is relatively high, the constant sea breeze helps to keep the air moving. The average sea temperate is around 26⁰ C.

Population: The population of Maldives has increased rapidly during the last few decades. However with a population of approximately 350,000, the country still remains one of the smallest independent nations in the world.

Religion: Maldivians are devout Muslims and rigorously follow the basic tenets of Islam. The Islamic Center which accommodates more than 5,000 worshippers dominates the skyline of the capital city Male’ with its shinning golden dome and minaret. Several mosques are dispersed throughout the capital and each inhabited island is graced with at least one or two mosques where the people attend to their daily prayers.

History: Archeological remains excavated in different parts of the country prove that people were living here as early as the third century BC. The Maldives and its people are mentioned in several mariners’ logs and records of naval expeditions by the Chinese and the Arabs and later the British and other European explorers.

Culture: A proud history and rich culture evolved from the first settlers who were from various parts of the world traveling the seas in ancient times. The Maldives has been a melting pot of different cultures as people from different parts of the world came here and settled down. Some of the local music and dance for instance have clear African influences, while other cultures and traditions reflect East Asian and South Asian characteristics and traits.

Language: Dhivehi, spoken throughout the Maldives is a language belonging to the Indo-Iranian group of languages. The language is spoken only in the Maldives and Minicoy Island in the Lakshadweep Atoll (India) to the north of the Maldives. The present script, Thaana was introduced in the late 16th century and is written from right to left. English is widely spoken by Maldivians and visitors can easily make themselves understood getting around the capital Male’. In the resorts a variety of languages are spoken by the staff; amongst them English, German, French, Italian, Chinese and Japanese.

Capital Island: Male’ which is about 2 sq kms is the capital of the country. It is the center of administration and the hub of trade and commerce. More than 100,000 people live in Male’.

Communication: All resorts offer IDD telephone services. There are two mobile telephone service providers in the country; Wataniya Telecom Maldives and Dhiraagu. Both companies have roaming agreements with various operators across the globe, which will enable you to use your home number while in Maldives. All resorts in Maldives offer Internet services. Some offer broadband connections in the room while others offer Wi-fi zones at key locations on the island.

Country Dialing Code: +960

Economy: In the last quarter of the twentieth century, the economy changed from the age-old traditional system based on fisheries and agriculture to a modern economy that rode on the success of the newly established tourism industry and a modernized and mechanized fishing industry. Maldivians enjoy the highest GDP per capita in South Asia today.

Currency: The local currency is the Rufiyaa. At the time of publication, the exchange rate is pegged between Rf.10.25 and 15.42 to a US Dollar. If you are heading to a resort, you need not worry about local currency, as all your bills can be paid in US Dollar, Euro or any other European currency. All major credit cards are also accepted at the resorts. However, if you are visiting Male’ or any of the local islands, you may need to hold local currency for purchases you may wish to make.

Business Hours: The working week in Maldives begins on Sunday and ends on Thursday. Government offices are open from 08:00 to 16:00 hours and the private sector from 09:00 to 17:00 hours. Some offices in the private sector open for half day on Saturday. Weekend falls on Friday and Saturday.

Shopping: The northern end of Chaandhanee Magu is the place to be if you are looking for souvenirs to take home. A range of batik sarongs and wraparounds, wooden handicrafts, candles and other knickknacks are available from the shops lining the street. You will also be able to find some souvenir items if you visit the neighboring islands near your resort. Lookout for genuine Maldivian hand painted t-shirts and lacquered boxes, miniature dhonis (local boats) and reed mats, if you really want to take a piece of Maldives with you as a memento.

Electricity: 240 Volts AC

Education: Maldives boasts one of the highest literacy rates in the world with 98% of the country’s population being able to read and write. Educational standards are among the highest in the region and schools follow the British system of education.

Health: The Indhira Gandhi Memorial Hospital (IGMH) in Male’ is the state run general hospital in the country providing a high standard of medical care. ADK Hospital is one of the private health care facilities in the country, among several other private clinics. Most resorts have a resident doctor, and a decompression chamber is always within reach in case of a diving emergency.

Hello world!

Maldives, where sands are white as the smiles of the locals, where fish swim happily in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, where the weather is a dream, and the deep rays of the sun wait to engulf you their arms.

Maldives has deep blue seas, turquoise reefs, white sandy beaches and palm trees. It is also a place full of character, where its people have long spent their days languishing in the very essence of idyll living. While it is the perfect place to sit on a beach and watch a sunset with a cocktail balanced on your hand, it is also a geographical marvel, knowing that there are thousands of fish swimming around the vivid corals just a few feet away from where you sit.