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252. Exploring the determinants of destination satisfaction: a multidimensional approach

Author

Ubais Parayil Iqbal, V. K. Hamza, Lenin Kumar Nooney, and Shajeer Sainudeen

Subjects
Destination characteristics, Environment, Tourism, Destination satisfaction, Destination loyalty, Maldives, Business, HF5001-6182, Finance, HG1-9999
Abstract

Abstract Tourism, as one of the major contributors to the world GDP, offers a wide range of economic and non-economic benefits to global society. The exchange of culture and values through travel and tourism improves harmony among people, which is essential for global peace. Consequently, governments have started giving policy significance to the tourism sector and making budget allocations for its promotion in their respective countries. This increased attention on tourism promotion through policy initiatives has fostered research attempts on various aspects of tourism, making it relevant and contemporary. However, few research attempts have been made to study the precursors of destination satisfaction. Therefore, the present study aims to fill this gap by studying the determinants of destination satisfaction through a multidimensional approach. The current study aimed to examine the dimensions of destination satisfaction and its role in deciding the destination loyalty. The study reveals interesting findings that helps the administrative apparatus in the tourism industry to come up with tailor-made policies to sustain and further enhance economic growth. The study findings reveal that factors such as satisfaction with destination characteristics, destination environment, and price significantly influence destination satisfaction among tourists visiting the Maldives. These findings underscore the importance of price as a determining factor in tourists' decision to visit the Maldives, suggesting the promotion of guesthouse tourism to provide a range of price options to attract a diverse tourist base. Additionally, the study emphasizes the necessity to enhance the quality of destination characteristics and prioritize environmental conservation efforts to ensure a positive tourist experience. The results highlight the important dimensions that determine the destination satisfaction of tourists visiting Maldives.

Published
2023
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255. Mini splash parks, snorkelling and child spas: six of the best family-friendly hotels in south-east Asia; With a wealth of cultural, natural, sporting and educational opportunities, the Maldives, Singapore and Bangkok have plenty of fun and relaxation for families

Subjects
Hotels and motels -- Thailand -- Maldives -- Singapore, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

Byline: Charlotte Duck South-east Asia has long been associated with romance, business and gap year adventures, but families looking for long-haul travel have usually passed it over in favour of [...]

Published
2024

257. Could these Maldives tiger sharks help solve the holy grail of shark research? Millions of sharks are killed every year, but a population in the island paradise could hold clues to where they breed -- and help protect the apex predators; Millions of sharks are killed every year, but a population in the island paradise could hold clues to where they breed -- and help protect the apex predators

Subjects
Wildlife conservation -- Research -- Protection and preservation, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

Byline: Tim Kalvelage in Fuvahmulah Within minutes the sharks, with their characteristic stripes and sharp, jagged teeth, appear from the depths of the Indian Ocean. They follow the scent of [...]

Published
2024

258. MALDIVES MONETARY AUTHORITY invites tenders for Changing Fire Pump

Subjects
Fire extinction -- Equipment and supplies, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

MALDIVES MONETARY AUTHORITY, Maldives has invited tenders for Changing Fire Pump. Tender Notice No: IL/2024/8211 Deadline: September 11, 2024 Copyright © 2011-2022 pivotalsources.com. All rights reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media [...]

Published
2024

259. MALDIVES MONETARY AUTHORITY invites tenders for Making Gift Packs

Subjects
News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

MALDIVES MONETARY AUTHORITY, Maldives has invited tenders for Making Gift Packs. Tender Notice No: IL/2024/8441 Deadline: September 12, 2024 Copyright © 2011-2022 pivotalsources.com. All rights reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media [...]

Published
2024

260. One of 'world's best beaches' here in Europe with sparkling emerald sea 'better than the Maldives'; Spiaggia dei Conigli -or 'Rabbit Beach' -sits on the southern Italian island of Lampedusa -which is part of Sicily and boasts 'Maldives-like white sand' and crystal clear waters

Subjects
General interest, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

Byline: By, Ryan Fahey A stunning beach on a small European island ranked as the world's second best beach -and it costs just £139 to get there. On the Sicilian [...]

Published
2024

262. Hollyoaks star Stephanie Waring steps out with jaw-dropping new look after secret wedding; Stephanie Waring -who has played Cindy Cunningham on Hollyoaks since 1996 -secretly married her partner of four years in July, so stepped out with pals to celebrate her belated hen do

Subjects
Channel Four Television Corp. Channel 4 -- Rites, ceremonies and celebrations, Celebrities -- Rites, ceremonies and celebrations, Television broadcasting industry -- Rites, ceremonies and celebrations, Weddings -- Rites, ceremonies and celebrations, General interest, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

Byline: By, Amelia Ward Hollyoaks star Stephanie Waring has debuted her stunning new look as she parties with her celebrity pals for her belated hen do. The long-standing member of [...]

Published
2024

263. UNITED NATIONS OFFICE FOR PROJECT SERVICES (UNOPS) invites tenders for Supply, Delivery, Installation and Testing of Satellite Communication Interception Device, Maldives

Subjects
Satellite communications, Satellite communications, News, opinion and commentary, United Nations. Office for Project Services
Abstract

UNITED NATIONS OFFICE FOR PROJECT SERVICES (UNOPS), Maldives has invited tenders for Supply, Delivery, Installation and Testing of Satellite Communication Interception Device, Maldives. Tender Notice No: ITB/2024/53406 Deadline: September 2, [...]

Published
2024

264. Envoys of Vietnam, Maldives and Ireland present credentials to President Zardari

Subjects
Ambassadors, General interest, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

The envoys of Vietnam, Maldives and Ireland presented their diplomatic credentials to President Asif Ali Zardari, during a credential ceremony, held at Aiwan-e-Sadr, on Tuesday. The President received credentials from [...]

Published
2024

265. India strengthens ties with the Maldives

Subjects
Foreign ministers -- Training, News, opinion and commentary, Regional focus/area studies
Abstract

Bangladesh, Aug. 14 -- Indias efforts to solidify its influence in the Indian Ocean region have taken a strategic turn with its renewed commitment to train 1,000 Maldivian civil servants [...]

Published
2024

267. Would you pick Seychelles or Maldives for a holiday?

Subjects
General interest, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

Q If you had to choose between the Seychelles and the Maldives for a holiday, which would you pick? LB A Without hesitation, the Seychelles. The nation comprises 115 islands [...]

Published
2024

268. Europe's 'answer to the Maldives' costs fraction of price and is just hours away; The Maldives is a spectacular holiday getaway for those who can afford it, but the distance and costs involved put it out of reach for many leading holidaymakers to look at options closer to home

Subjects
General interest, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

Byline: By, Anders Anglesey The Maldives offers holiday-goers pristine beaches, turquoise waters and temperatures cranked up to a comfortable, not punishing, 30C -but an option much closer to home could [...]

Published
2024

269. Love Island's Faye Winter has four-word warning for latest Islanders after final; Love Island finalist Faye Winter spoke to the Mirror recently about the ITV2 show, including having shared her advice for the latest reality TV stars like Mimii Ngulube and Jessy Potts

Subjects
Reality television programs, General interest, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

Byline: By, Joel Leaver Faye Winter has shared advice for the latest islanders to come out of Love Island following her own experience. The former islander, 29, is best known [...]

Published
2024

270. Love Island's Faye Winter admits 'struggle' after Joey Essex's villainization on show; Love Island finalist Faye Winter spoke to the Mirror about the show recently, including why she finds it difficult to watch it following her own experience as an islander in 2021

Subjects
Television programs, General interest, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

Byline: By, Joel Leaver Faye Winter has opened up about Love Island, including having revealed why she finds it difficult to watch at times, following her own experience on the [...]

Published
2024

271. Bangladesh crisis: Neighbourhood challenges and lessons for India

Subjects
Economic growth, Student movements, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

Byline: Tridivesh Singh Maini Sheikh Hasina resigned as Bangladesh PM on August 5, 2024 and fled Bangladesh almost immediately after student protests, which began last month, ultimately turned into a [...]

Published
2024

272. Evolved Research and Consulting Ltd secures contract for CEFAS24-80 Contract for data collection and outreach campaigns on Abandoned, Lost or otherwise Discarded Fishing Gear (ALDFG) in Maldives, under the Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP)

Subjects
Fishing tackle, Fishing bobbers, Data entry, Fishing, Contract agreement, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

United Kingdom based Evolved Research and Consulting Ltd has secured contract from Cefas for CEFAS24-80 Contract for data collection and outreach campaigns on Abandoned, Lost or otherwise Discarded Fishing Gear [...]

Published
2024

273. How to bag a trip to the Maldives from £99 with the return of Wowcher's Mystery Holidays; Wowcher's Mystery Holiday lucky-dip draws could land you a holiday to an exotic location such as Thailand, Dubai or even the Maldives for just £99. Here are all the details

Subjects
General interest, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

Byline: By, Laura Mulley Trips to luxurious, far-flung holiday destinations such as Mexico, Thailand and the Maldives certainly don't come cheap -- which is why we think this £99 deal [...]

Published
2024

274. 'Hidden gem' where you can stay in overwater villas like the Maldives -- but it's in Europe; Dreaming of a getaway in the Maldives? For many of us, the idyllic destination is a bit too far away or too expensive -- but luckily there's a cheaper alternative a lot closer to home

Subjects
General interest, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

Byline: By, Unzela Khan A stunning destination in Europe boasts overwater villas where you can get the Maldives experience without splashing out on flights. Packing up your bags and travelling [...]

Published
2024

275. Lauryn Goodman's luxury lifestyle -- £2.5m mansion, Maldives holidays and designer bags; Lauryn Goodman seems to have a taste for the finer things in life as she's often pictured jetting off to far-flung destinations, clutching onto designer bags and throwing lavish parties

Subjects
Child support, General interest, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

Byline: By, Sophie Roberts Lauryn Goodman was brutally shut down after she took her ex Kyle Walker to court over child support. The 33-year-old lost her battle with the Manchester [...]

Published
2024

279. Ex-Hollyoaks star Stephanie Waring marries in secret as daughter reduced to tears; Actress Stephanie Waring has got married to Tom Thornton-Brookes in a luxury ceremony. She spoke of her joy at the last-minute decision to get hitched while on holiday

Subjects
Weddings -- Rites, ceremonies and celebrations, Actors -- Rites, ceremonies and celebrations, Actresses -- Rites, ceremonies and celebrations, General interest, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

Byline: By, Kenzi Devine & Tom Bryant Former Hollyoaks actress Stephanie Waring has tied the knot in a secret Maldives ceremony. The star and Tom Thornton-Brookes, who have been together [...]

Published
2024

280. Overlooked Maldives alternative boasts mesmerising beaches at shockingly cheaper price; An overlooked coastal gem boasting turquoise waters and stunning stretches of sand has been dubbed 'paradise at the right price' -- and it costs a fraction of what you might pay for similar scenes in the Maldives

Subjects
General interest, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

Byline: By, Lauren Haughey If a holiday in the Maldives is out of your budget, look no further. A travel guru claims one particular coastal gem is perfect for anyone [...]

Published
2024

282. UNITED NATIONS OFFICE FOR PROJECT SERVICES (UNOPS) invites tenders for Supply and Delivery of Passenger Lift for Mrcc Building Construction Project in Villingili Island, Maldives

Subjects
News, opinion and commentary, United Nations. Office for Project Services
Abstract

UNITED NATIONS OFFICE FOR PROJECT SERVICES (UNOPS), Maldives has invited tenders for Supply and Delivery of Passenger Lift for Mrcc Building Construction Project in Villingili Island, Maldives. Tender Notice No: [...]

Published
2024

283. Sirius Insight secures contract for CEFAS24-04 Contract for provision of surveillance equipment and associated services for Marine Protected Areas in the Maldives, under the Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP) - via CCS DPS RM6235

Subjects
Surveillance equipment -- Protection and preservation, Contract agreement, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

United Kingdom based Sirius Insight has secured contract from Cefas for CEFAS24-04 Contract for provision of surveillance equipment and associated services for Marine Protected Areas in the Maldives, under the [...]

Published
2024

284. You can fly to 'Maldives of Europe' from UK for less than cost of Domino's pizza; If you want to get a Maldives-style experience without spending a fortune, look no further than this beautiful European destination with affordable flights and gorgeous beaches

Subjects
Pizzerias -- Economic aspects, Company financing, General interest, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

Byline: By, Danielle Kate Wroe Travel doesn't have to break the bank -- especially if you get cheap flights. And if you want to replicate a Maldives-style holiday without the [...]

Published
2024

285. Kingdom's ambassador to Maldives presents credentials

Subjects
Ambassadors, Business, General interest, Business, regional
Abstract

Jul. 11AMMAN Maen Khreisat on Wednesday presented his credentials to the President of the Republic of Maldives, Mohamed Moiso as the Kingdom's accredited non-resident ambassador to Maldives, during a ceremony [...]

Published
2024

286. The Vanishing Islands That Failed to Vanish

Author

Zhong, Raymond, Gulley, Jason, and Corum, Jonathan

Subjects
General interest
Abstract

Byline: Raymond Zhong, Jason Gulley and Jonathan Corum On a wisp of land in the Indian Ocean, two hops by plane and one bumpy speedboat ride from the nearest continent, [...]

Published
2024

287. FOOD AND AGRICULTURE ORGANISATION (FAO) invites tenders for Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrophotometer, Ministry of Health, Maldives

Subjects
Gas chromatography, Agriculture, Optical instruments, Analytical instruments, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

FOOD AND AGRICULTURE ORGANISATION (FAO), Sri Lanka has invited tenders for Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrophotometer, Ministry of Health, Maldives. Tender Notice No: 2024/FASRL/FASRL/127987 Deadline: July 26, 2024 Copyright © 2011-2022 [...]

Published
2024

288. What are key provisions of Japan-PHL defense pact?

Subjects
Soldiers -- Military aspects, Business, international
Abstract

THE Philippines and Japan, flanked by the East and South China seas and facing a common maritime threat, have signed a security agreement allowing Japanese and Filipino troops to hold [...]

Published
2024

289. 'I went to the Maldives for less than £50 a day -- here's how to do it on the cheap'; A money-savvy travel enthusiast has found easy ways to enjoy a holiday in the Maldives while on a budget -with two meals, a night in a beachfront hotel, and travel costing £41.67 per day

Subjects
General interest, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

Byline: By, Lucy Marshall A savvy woman has shared exactly how she was able to enjoy a luxury holiday without it costing a fortune -thanks to a few easy tricks. [...]

Published
2024

290. PHL, Japan boosting defense cooperation with Reciprocal Access Agreement

Subjects
Foreign ministers, Business, international
Abstract

AFTER months of negotiations, the Philippines and Japan are set to strengthen the defense cooperation with signing of the Philippines-Japan Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA) this week. The pact will be [...]

Published
2024

291. PHL, Japan see stronger defense ties with signing of Reciprocal Access Agreement

Subjects
United States. Department of Defense, International cooperation -- Military aspects, Foreign ministers -- Military aspects, Business, international
Abstract

FROM being foes during World War II, the Philippines and Japan have now become close military allies with both countries signing the Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA) last Monday. President Ferdinand [...]

Published
2024

292. Philippines, Japan sign military pact

Subjects
International cooperation -- Military aspects, Business, international
Abstract

FROM being foes during World War II, the Philippines and Japan have become close military allies with the friendship capped by the signing of the two countries' Reciprocal Access Agreement [...]

Published
2024

296. World Bank Announces New Country Manager for Maldives

Subjects
Company business management, News, opinion and commentary, World Bank Group. World Bank -- Management
Abstract

Mr. Gevorg Sargsyan is the World Bank’s new Country Manager for Maldives.Mr. Sargsyan, an Armenian national, joined the World Bank in 2000, bringing over two decades of diverse experience to [...]

Published
2024

300. An Ocean Use Survey Strategy for the Maldives

Author

Dixon, Brooke

Subjects
Maldives, Marine Spatial Planning, Ocean Use Survey, Community, Strategy, Stakeholders, Outreach
Abstract

The Republic of Maldives, a remote tropical nation situated in the Arabian Sea south of India, has long held a reputation as a luxury travel destination. World-class diving, overwater bungalows, and liveaboard tours are just a few of the experiences that entice travelers from all over the world to visit the Maldives. With tourism accounting for the majority of the Maldives GDP and fishing as the second leading sector, it is economically imperative that the Maldives protect their marine resources. According to the Maldives’ Minister of Fisheries, the ocean is also “an integral part of the Maldivian identity...it is the bloodline.” Most of the 194 inhabited islands extend only 1-2 meters above sea level, putting the Maldives and its 530,000 citizens at constant risk of coastal erosion and sea level rise. As the world’s lowest-lying country, the Maldives is often likened to a global “canary in the coalmine,” with scientists predicting that it could be entirely underwater by 2100.Through the creation of the Noo Raajje program and with support from a network of organizations belonging to the Blue Prosperity Coalition, the Maldivian government has agreed to preserve at least 20% of their waters as fully protected areas. In order to gain a well-rounded understanding of how a potential zoning plan might impact Maldivians and their livelihoods, especially in a country where 71% of people rely on the ocean for their primary source of income, the marine spatial planning process will involve a high degree of stakeholder and community engagement. This is primarily accomplished through the deployment of ocean use surveys, which aim to establish a multistakeholder baseline of ocean use and relative value. Not only does this provide the modeling team drafting the proposed plans with valuable insights on how to minimize negative impacts while maximizing benefits for both people and nature, it enables the community to play an active role in an important decision making process and ideally leads to long-term success because of the level of community buy-in. In order to understand the populations of stakeholders that need to be surveyed and how best to engage with them, a strategy for the ocean use survey is needed. Through collaboration with and support from the Noo Raajje program, the Waitt Institute, the Blue Prosperity Coalition, and the McClintock lab, I have designed an operational strategy for the ocean use survey in the Maldives that will be implemented as an integral part of the marine spatial planning (MSP) process. The MSP process will be most successful with input from all communities and stakeholders who are dependent on the ocean for their well-being, so the value of this project lies in successfully engaging the Maldivian community in the development of a plan for how their ocean will be used in the future.

Published
2021

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