Introduction
Consistency of high quality services and utmost professionalism make HMBC Travels a leader in the Maldives travel and tourism industry. Compared to the general services in typical travel agencies in the Maldives,HMBC travels goes further and deals with the entire range of travel services for both individual and corporate clients. We don’t subscribe to the normal concept of travel, we
go beyond it. We follow a request from the time it is made, through confirmation of clients wishes in a hotel of their choice, meeting the guest on arrival, attending to the details of their stay and being on hand to see them off on departure. We offer a wide range of services and a choice of several islands through our network of Maldivian hoteliers. We work with Tour Operators around the globe, offering the best Maldivian Tourist products at attractive rates, combining reliability and efficient service that results in satisfied customers and rich business associates. The dedication of HMBC Travel and Tours Maldives to its customer service is the core element of our operations, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days throughout the year; our staff ensures that we make the magical connection between service expectations and performance. KEY PERSONNEL
Mr.Mohamed Rafeeq
Managing Director
Email:[email protected]
Phone (960) 7844459
Mr. Mohamed Rafeeq is one of the most accomplished, successful, knowledgeable and experienced people in the inbound tourism business in the country. He achieved success through vision, hard work, personal relationships, travel trade network, determination, and innovative approach to business, philanthropic work and his passion for going the extra mile. Furthermore, he has earned the trust and respect of owners and operators of resorts, hotels, private islands, picnic islands, diving safaris, and sailing cruise, transport providers (Seaplane and Speedboats). Due to his success, professionalism, friendliness and high standing in the travel and tourism industry, he is able to maintain excellent relationships with all the concerned government authorities in the country, such as, the Ministry of Tourism, The Maldives Tourism Promotion Board, The Department of Civil Aviation, Department of Immigration and Emigration, Maldives Airports Company, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Maldives Customs Services. As a result he is among the leading, most admired, most respected and reputable person in Maldives tourism industry. Mohamed Rafeeq started his career with the MNDF Maldives National difference force . He then joined the tourism industry and worked as a travel consultant for an inbound travel company. After that he realized that his expertise, knowledge and experience could be better utilized in a new venture, thus came the new company HMBC travels & Tours Maldives Pvt. Ltd. By utilizing his expertise, knowledge, experience and industry network, he is determined to make Apache travels the most professional, reliable and high quality service-oriented tourism business in the country. Shafa Rafeeu
Sales & Marketing Director
Ms.Sana Rfeeq
Sales & Marketing Executive
Mrs. Azlifa Addam
Reservations Director
Ms. Shafa Rafeeu, Ms. Sana Rafeeu and Mrs. Azifa Addam have had over 10 years experience working at different Maldives 3-5 Star Luxury Hotels & Resorts both at the Front Office and the Reservations Department. With this experience they are able to provide professional, efficient, reliable and friendly service to all our customers. Participants of International Travel Fairs
For the last 3 years, our company HMBC Travel and tours Maldives and has been participating in international travel marts and exhibitions. These exhibitions have proven to be an effective platform for the company to interact with its clients and travel partners abroad; thus emphasizing and reiterating its presence in the international travel scenario. MTPB (Maldives). PATA (Asia). ASTA (USA). OUR VISIONS
To provide an efficient, personal and satisfying experience for our customers and an enjoyable working environment our peoples. Customers are at the center of everything we do and that is reflected in our company’s vision and values. Our vision is to be recognized as a leading provider of quality travel and tourism related services in the Maldives. OUR PROMISE
We shall welcome and give utmost importance, promptness and consideration to each and every request/inquiry. We shall at all times do our maximum and put every effort and resource to ensure the exact requirement of the customer is fulfilled to the highest satisfaction of all concerned. We shall endeavor at all times to provide and maintain the highest standard of service, integrity, professionalism, reliability and consistency in everything we do. OUR SERVICE
We provide the following wide range of services to our valuable clients in the Maldives
* Hotel / Resort Booking
* Safari Booking
* Airport Handling
* Group Handling and individual tours
* Flight Handling service and cargo services
* Incentive trips
* Arranging meeting and conferences etc.....
We provide the following wide range of services to our valuable clients in the Maldives
A Wedding in The Maldives
HMBC Travel and Tours Maldives can make your Beach wedding dreams come true. HMBC Travel and Tours Maldives has created unique wedding programs for brides and grooms desiring to create the most romantic and memorable event possible in true "Maldives" style. Our oceanfront, secluded resort is an exceptional place for romantic wedding celebrations. The beautiful beach and tranquil Ocean sunsets serve as a compliment to this memorable occasion. Luxury accommodation is combined with beachside dining and a choice of activities to ensure you a celebration of a lifetime. We treat your wedding at HMBC Travel and Tours as a special milestone, not just a business transaction. Unlike many other hotels, our resort caters to one bride at a time and work to create a beautiful experience for you. Our personalized service and attention to each wedding has been appreciated by couples from all over the world. We customize each and every wedding, and do not offer "cookie-cutter" packages so that your wedding day can be unique as your romance.
* Hotel / Resort Booking
* Safari Booking
* Fishing Trips
* Snorkeling Trips
* Diving Trips
* Surfing Trips
* Submarine Trips
* Wedding Ceremonies
* Airport Handling
* Group Handling and individual tours
* Flight handling service and cargo services
* Incentive Trips
* Last minute hotel deals
* Arranging meeting and conferences etc.....
HMBC Travel & Tours Pvt. Ltd
H.Free wind, 2st Floor (20067)
kinbigas Magu
Male’, Republic of Maldives
Tel: (960) 7844459,
FREE 30 DAYS VISA UPON ARRIVAL FOR ALL VISITORS
Arrival
Visitors entering the Republic of Maldives should fulfill the following requirement for the grant of an entry permit into the country. Possession of a valid international travel document issued by the Government of a Sovereign State. Possession of a valid return air ticket to a destination where the passenger has permission to enter, together with necessary visas for the onward journey to the next destination. Possession of minimum of US$30.00 per person per day or confirmed hotel reservation for the intended period of stay in the Maldives. Following are exempted from this requirement.
• Diplomats
• UN Personnel
• Approved persons for employment
• Technical and other experts attached to the Government
• Those who have confirm bookings in registered tourist resort/hotels etc.
• Those sponsored by Maldivians
No prior visa is required to enter the Republic of Maldives. Entry permit will be granted to visitors on arrival at designated ports of entry, based on the immigration requirements. An entry permit does not allow a visitor to take up employment, set up any business or exercise any profession whether paid or unpaid except with the consent and in conformity with the pertinent laws and regulations of the Maldives. However, a visitor or foreign delegation visiting the Maldives to conclude business agreements, contracts or to negotiate business transactions with their counterparts do not require work permits if the stay does not exceed the duration granted on arrival. An expatriate must obtain a work permit from the Ministry of Human Resources Employment and Labour prior to arrival in Maldives to engage in employment. Visitors who stay beyond the period for which they have been approved may be deported. The Government of Maldives refuses admission and transit to holder of Merchant Seaman books. Disembarkation and Embarkation card shall be filled by every passenger and submitted to the Immigration Officer on entry. Transit
Transit passengers must leave Maldives within 24 hours of arrival. If a transit passenger fails to leave within 24 hours the passenger shall revise his permit to stay. Crew
Crew member on scheduled services shall retain their passport in possession when disembarking and embarking, remains at the airport where the aircraft has stopped or within the confines of the island adjacent there to, departing on the same aircraft or next regular scheduled flight out of Maldives. Passport or valid international travel document is acceptable for temporary admission in to the Maldives. Departure
All persons leaving the Republic of Maldives shall possess a valid passport or travel document. All passengers shall complete and submit an embarkation card with their passport to the Immigration Officer for inspection
About Maldives
Sun, sand and sea, a thousand ‘Robinson Crusoe’ islands, massive lagoons with different depths and infinite shades of blue and turquoise, dazzling underwater coral gardens; a perfect natural combination for the ideal tropical holiday destination. However there is more to the Maldives than just that. Location
Southwest of Sri Lanka, on the equator. Geography
1,190 coral islands, forming an archipelago of 26 major atolls. Stretches 820 kilometers north to south and 120 kilometers east to west. 202 are inhabited, 87 are exclusive resort islands. Climate
Generally warm and humid. Sun shines all year through. Average temperature around 29 - 32 degrees Celsius. What to wear
Dress is generally casual. T-shirts and cotton clothing are most suitable. In Male’, the capital island and other inhabited islands it is recommended that women wear modest clothing without baring too much. Population
About 300,000 according to 2005 estimates. Origin of the Maldivian’s are lost in antiquity, but history reveals that the islands have been populated for over 3,000 years ago. Early settlers were travelers on the Silk Route and from the Indus Valley Civilization. Inherently warm, friendly and hospitable by nature, it is easy to feel comfortable and relaxed with a Maldivian. 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 resemble African influences, with hand beating of drums and songs in a language that is not known to any but certainly represents that of East African countries. As one would expect there is a great South Asian influence in some of the music and dancing and especially in the traditional food of the Maldivian’s. However many of the South Asian customs especially with regard to women - for instance the Sub Continent’s tradition of secluding women from public view - are not tenets of life here. Communication
Up-to-date technology and international satellite links allow Maldives to have a sophisticated communications system. IDD facilities are available on all resorts and card phones are available on all inhabited islands. Dhiraagu, the Maldives Telecommunications Company also provides mobile telephones for daily rental. Inaddtion, Dhiraagu also provides internet service. Language
Dhivehi is the language spoken in all parts of the Maldives. English is widely spoken by Maldivian’s and visitors can easily make themselves understood getting around the capital island. In the resorts, a variety of languages are spoken by the staff including English, German, French, Italian and Japanese. Economy
The Maldives economy has been growing at an annual average of 10% for the past two decades. Tourism is the main industry, contributing close to 20% of the GDP. Fisheries and trade follow close behind. The Maldivian economy is regarded as exemplary in the region and welcomes foreign investment. Currency
The Maldivian currency is the Rufiyaa and Laaree. The exchange rate for US Dollar at the time of writing is MRf.12.75 for a dollar. One Rufiyaa is equivalent to 100 laarees. Rufiyaa bank notes come in denominations of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 and 500. Coins are in the denominations of MRf.2.00, MRf.1.00, 50 laarees, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 laaree. The US Dollar is the most commonly used foreign currency. Payments in the resorts and hotels can be made in most hard currency in cash, travelers’ cheques or credit cards. Commonly used credit cards are American Express, Visa, Master Card, Diners Club, JCB and Euro Card. COMMONLY USED CREDIT CARDS
American Express
Visa
Master Card
Diners Club
JCB
Euro Card
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AND EXEMPTIONS
Visitors of all nationalities in possession of the following would be granted entry into the Maldives:
A valid international travel document issued by a sovereign state’s government
A valid return air ticket and necessary visas to a destination where the passengers has permission to enter
A minimum of US$30.00 per person per day or confirmed hotel reservation for the intended period of stay in the Maldives
One or more of the above requirements may be waived for the following personnel:
Diplomats
UN personnel
Persons already approved for employment in the country
Technical and other experts attached to the Maldives Government
Personnel with confirmed bookings in a registered tourist accommodation in the country
Personnel sponsored by Maldivians
TOURIST VISA
No prior visa is required to enter the Maldives and based on immigration requirements, a 30-days tourist visa will be granted on arrival. However, an entry permit does not permit visitors to take up employment, set up any business or conduct any professional activities (paid or unpaid) except with the consent of the government and in compliance with pertinent laws and regulations of the Maldives. Education
The functional literacy rate is 98%. Educational standards are among the highest in the region and schools follow the British system of education. Health
Health care facilities are improving almost on a daily basis. The Indhira Gandhi Memorial Hospital (IGMH) in Male’ is the biggest hospital in the country providing sophisticated medical care. ADK Hospital is the biggest private health care facility and follows high medical standards. Some resorts have in-house doctors. A decompression chamber is within easy reach of most resorts in case of a diving emergency. Business Hours
From Sunday to Thursday 7.30 - 14.30 in the government sector and generally from 9.00 to 5.00 in the private sector, although most offices in the private sector open for a half day on Saturday. Weekend falls on Friday and Saturday. Local Time
GMT + 5 hours
Electricity
The electric system is 230-240 Volts –A
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