I Feel Maldives, the dedicated destination marketing initiative under Lets Go Maldives, is proud to announce an exclusive collaboration with Ahmed Ben Chaibah widely known as The Aquaman—to amplify the Maldives’ appeal to travelers from the Middle East and beyond.
An Emirati visionary, entertainment mogul, and luxury lifestyle influencer, Ahmed Ben Chaibah is the founder of AQUAFUN, the world’s largest inflatable water park. A Guinness World Record holder and serial entrepreneur, he commands a global social media reach of over 4 million across platforms including Instagram (@theaquaman, 1.6M followers), TikTok, and YouTube. His influence across luxury, wellness, and adventure resonates deeply with high-spending GCC travelers, making this partnership a powerful asset in shaping future arrival trends to the Maldives.
Collaboration Objectives
This campaign is part of a wider strategic vision by I Feel Maldives to elevate the Maldives as the preferred destination for GCC-based families, couples, and adventure-seeking travelers. The influencer campaign includes curated storytelling, video reels, immersive content creation, and targeted visibility across Aquaman’s high-engagement platforms.
Ahmed Ben Chaibah and I Feel Maldives
This collaboration is governed by a Non-Disclosure and Exclusivity Agreement, designating I Feel Maldives as the exclusive partner for all Maldives-based campaigns and destination promotions by The Aquaman for the next 12 months.
Official Campaign Launch
The campaign officially commenced in June 2025 with The Aquaman and his family’s Maldivian getaway to Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa at its exclusive experience The Signature Collection at Hideaway, facilitated by I Feel Maldives and supported by leading partners.
Thanking Our Strategic Partners
This milestone collaboration would not have been possible without the support of our esteemed partners:
● Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa – for hosting The Aquaman and curating an exclusive stay experience from start to finish.
● MACL (Maldives Airports Company Limited) – for enabling seamless connectivity and showcasing Velana International Airport as a luxury transit hub, and providing impeccable airport lounge services such as the Departure CIP Lounge.
● Maldivian (Maldives’ National Carrier) – for ensuring safe and comfortable transfers via its Seaplane Transfers to and from the resort.
● TMA (Trans Maldivian Airways) – for providing access to their incredibly luxurious Infinity Lounge.
● MMPRC (Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation) – for the recent MOU with Lets Go Maldives, reinforcing I Feel Maldives as an official brand partner for global destination promotion.
A Transformational Moment
This partnership signifies a new era in targeted tourism promotion. Through powerful influencer storytelling, strategic media placement, and authentic Middle Eastern connections, we anticipate significant growth in high-value visitor arrivals from the GCC, especially UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar. The Aquaman’s impact and reach ensure that the Maldives remains not just a dream but a reality for millions of inspired travelers and remains a competitive destination among similar tourist destinations around the world.
