Italian Tourist Arrivals to Maldives Surpass 100,000

The number of Italian tourists visiting the Maldives has exceeded 100,000 this year, according to the latest figures released by the Ministry of Tourism and Environment.As of August 19, a total of...

Mohamed Hilmy

23 August 2025, 00:00

The number of Italian tourists visiting the Maldives has exceeded 100,000 this year, according to the latest figures released by the Ministry of Tourism and Environment.

As of August 19, a total of 1,422,544 tourists had arrived in the Maldives. Within the first 19 days of August alone, 127,676 visitors were recorded, marking a 5.3 percent increase compared to the same period in 2024, when 121,201 arrivals were reported.

China continues to lead as the top source market with 220,022 arrivals, followed by Russia with 169,167 tourists. The United Kingdom ranks third with 130,171 arrivals, while Italy secured fourth place with 102,558 visitors.

Currently, the Maldives tourism industry is supported by 174 operating resorts, 16 hotels, 891 guesthouses, and 161 safari vessels. The government has set a target of attracting 2.3 million tourist arrivals by the end of this year.

The growth in visitor numbers underscores the Maldives’ enduring appeal as a leading global travel destination, with European markets, including Italy, continuing to play a significant role in sustaining the sector.

Italian Tourist Arrivals to Maldives Surpass 100,000

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