Tourism Minister Ali Waheed has begun an official visit to Laamu atoll, to gather ideas and suggestions in a bid to increase tourism growth.

A statement released by the Ministry of Tourism revealed that during the visit from May 9 till May 11, the Minister will visit L. Fonadhoo, Gan, Kaddhoo and Baresdhoo. These visits will be centered around gathering information for basing future tourism policies along with ideas and suggestions to grow the tourism industry.

A meeting is also scheduled with Laamu Atoll Council, Gan Council, Fonadhoo Council and industry stakeholders.

Tourism Ministry has been carrying out official visits to several islands in an attempt to find ways to increase local tourism in the islands.