MAYA also stated that two more cruise liners are expected to arrive later this month. By January, cruise liners carrying up to 12,000 tourists are anticipated to visit the Maldives.
Maldives Association of Yacht Agents (MAYA) has said that cruise liners have started returning to the Maldives following amendments to regulations governing the operation and mooring of tourist vessels.
After a long hiatus, a cruise liner has docked near Male' harbour, with the first vessel of the season, Aida Bella. Over 2,000 tourists disembarked in Malé from the Aida Bella, a cruise liner operated by a private German company.
MAYA also stated that two more cruise liners are expected to arrive later this month. By January, cruise liners carrying up to 12,000 tourists are anticipated to visit the Maldives.
Previously, foreign agencies were allowed to act as agents for yachts and cruise liners. However, under recent amendments, only Maldivian-owned companies, partnerships, or sole proprietorships will be permitted to serve as agents for tourist vessels entering Maldives.
The amendments also allow tourists arriving on yachts or cruise liners to join excursions led by licensed guides, in accordance with the Tour Guides Regulations.
If such a tourist vessel wishes to extend its stay in the Maldives, a fee of USD 100 per day will be charged. Additionally, vessels planning to accommodate more passengers must obtain a passenger license, which must be secured through the Maldivian agent representing the vessel.
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