Maldivian A330-200 Launches New Direct Melbourne-Malé Route, Cutting Travel Time
Maldivian and Luxury Escapes launch the first non-stop Melbourne-Malé service, solving 20+ hour stopovers and boosting Australian long-haul tourism.
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Maldivian and Luxury Escapes launch the first non-stop Melbourne-Malé service, solving 20+ hour stopovers and boosting Australian long-haul tourism.
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