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  • PUMA India Launches its First Store in the Maldives – Primex News Network

    PUMA India Launches its First Store in the Maldives – Primex News Network

    Enters the Maldives, a top spot for inbound tourism since the pandemic

    Maldives becomes the latest addition to PUMA India’s Business in the region

    New store to cater to the growing local football and futsal community

    Launch comes in time with the Maldives celebrating its Golden Year of Tourism in 2022

     

    Male [Maldives], May 31: Sportswear brand PUMA India has opened its first store in the Republic of Maldives, entering the popular holiday destination that has witnessed a triple-digit surge in inbound tourism over the last two years. With this, Maldives becomes the latest market to join PUMA India’s syndicate, including 19 other countries such as Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines.

     

    Located in the capital city Male’s iconic shopping street of Majeedhee Magu, the two-storeyed PUMA store is set to be a one-stop destination for tourists and fashion enthusiasts besides the growing local football and futsal community. The store launch also comes at a time when the Maldives is celebrating its golden year of tourism.

     

    Commenting on the launch of the first store in the Maldives, Atul Bajaj, Executive Director – Sales & Operations, PUMA India, said, “The Maldives is coming up strongly as a travel destination, especially post-Covid. The number of resorts has swelled up over the years, and the tourist-friendly economy has prompted good demand and consumption of global brands. We are excited to expand our presence in this country.”

    PUMA has partnered with Maldives-based sports & lifestyle marketplace Sonee Sports to launch the brand in the island nation. Under this partnership, the brand will expand its offline retail presence and also explore eCommerce, sports clubs and other distribution channels in this new market.

     

    Tourism is the mainstay in the country, which managed to keep its Covid caseload low and luxury resorts open to attract tourists from across the globe. According to the Ministry of Tourism, the tropical island nation, the Maldives witnessed a 138% increase in inbound travellers in 2021, the highest year-on-year growth rate recorded by the Maldives in the last decade. The Ministry yet again estimates a 15-17% jump in arrivals so far in 2022 over last year. In fact, India, Russia, the UK, Italy and USA were the top source markets for the Maldives during this two-year period.

    Atul Bajaj added, “The Maldives is also maturing rapidly as a football and futsal playing nation, indicating a real passion for sports. In Sonee Sports, we have found an experienced partner with a strong background in driving sports and lifestyle business in Male. We are looking forward to closely working with sports associations and clubs to provide access to the right sporting gear in the country and propel our commitment to the growth of sports and fitness culture with our range of apparel, footwear and accessories.”

     

    Commenting on the partnership, Ahmed Kaleem, Managing Director, Sonee Sports, said, “At Sonee Sports, we aim to continuously present our customers with BIGGER, BETTER BRANDS. We are pleased to introduce PUMA, one of the leading and fastest-growing sports brands in the world. As our focus remains on improving the lives of sportsmen and fitness enthusiasts on and off the field, we are confident that PUMA fits like a glove.”

     

    Spread over 1800 square feet, the first store in the Maldives will offer consumers a unique shopping experience and elevated product showcase. It will sell footwear, apparel and accessories for men, women and kids for their sports and lifestyle requirements.

     

    The store is strategically located on Majeedhee Magu, the most popular shopping street in Male, known for handloom textiles, traditional apparel, local craft, cosmetics and accessories for travellers. 

     

    In the fiscal year ending December 2021, PUMA cemented its leadership position in India’s sports and lifestyle market, earning a revenue of Rs 2044 crore. The brand added 51 stores in 2021 and has a total of 450 exclusive stores in India so far in the current fiscal.

  • Enjoy your next trip to Maldives, Dubai & Andaman with Olivel Tours’ new tour packages – Primex News Network

    Enjoy your next trip to Maldives, Dubai & Andaman with Olivel Tours’ new tour packages – Primex News Network

    New Delhi (India), April 25: Tour and Travel Company Olivel Tours has recently introduced their new tour packages for Maldives, Dubai and Andaman. They are offering packages at a low cost that include visits to local attractions and doing adventurous activities. The trip also includes dining in upscale hotels and sampling the specialties of Maldives, Dubai and the Andaman. They also provide unique honeymoon packages for newlyweds to each of these locations that cover all of the key tourist attractions hassle-free.

    Olivel Tours has meticulously planned travel packages to most of India’s destinations and international destinations. They provide high-quality tour packages that offer thrilling options at an affordable cost, whether it’s a honeymoon trip, a family vacation or an outing with best friends. They also provide the possibility of customizing safe and flexible travel packages, which are popular among travelers and potential tourists from around the world and Indian residents.

    Talking about the brand, Founder & CEO Sarath said, “I have always been passionate about traveling; my passion for exploring new destinations and cultures encouraged me to step into the traveling field. I thought what could be a better way to continue the joy that traveling offers than by owning my travel agency and that was when I founded Olivel Tours in 2017. Each member of our team is driven by the desire to travel and explore new destinations. Their destination knowledge is unrivaled. In this digital world, they are the few who can offer you authentic insights about different destinations and advise new ways to explore. Many of our team members possess great experience in the travel and tourism industry and have been with Olivel Tours from its startup stage. They can connect the clients with the best places to stay and share hidden gems, which are certain to make the trip a memorable one.”

    He further added, “Through our newly launched packages to Maldives, Dubai and Andaman, we want people to enjoy every local sightseeing place along with exploring cultures. In the future, we envision striving hard to provide our clients with unforgettable travel experiences that exceed their expectations. With this objective, we aim to become the “The Most Trusted and Preferred Travel Agency in India.” I always believe that one doesn’t need a reason to travel. Take advantage of opportunities to travel, connect with people, explore different destinations and cultures and bring home a heart full of beautiful memories that will last forever.”

    Based out of Chennai, Olivel Tours has been awarded as ”Best Travel Agent in 2020” for their excellent servicing and as a recognition for its remarkable activities aimed at enhancing tourism during the challenging times of COVID-19 pandemic.

    Currently, They (Olivel Tours) provide more than 150 foreign and 100 domestic locations that are both high-quality and affordable. They attempt to provide their consumers with the best price guaranteed program by bringing all B2B vendors together on one platform to provide their services to customers. They also offer clients emergency service 24 hours a day, seven days a week. They have specialized sections that provide a variety of services as well. Every department works autonomously to deliver the finest service possible to its consumers and establish long-term friendships. Olivel Tours is the best option for your next adventure if you seek a travel firm.