Maldives' local tourism industry is growing at a massive rate, and since the country's first guesthouse was established in 2008, the market itself has grown and evolved immensely.
Central Atolls such as Kaafu Atoll, Alifu Alifu Atoll, Alifu Dhaalu Atoll and Vaavu Atoll have emerged as premier tourist destinations. However, most islands lack businesses and facilities that one would expect to be established hand in hand as guesthouse tourism flourishes.