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    Travel Agency Equity Stake For Sale in Addu City, Maldives

    Newly operational travel agency in Maldives with 18 resort tie-ups, serving 50 clients till date.
    The company has recently completed its registration process and is now fully operational. - Expected to serve a growing number of clients, currently having catered to 50 clients both locally and internationally, seeking luxurious travel experiences in the Maldives. - The revenue model primarily depends on the sale of luxury travel packages, high-end and accommodations generating income through bookings. - The hotels and resorts we have a tie-up with give us a 20% commission averaging $300 per booking. - Since we have only been operational for 1 month now, there is no reported revenue given. - The founders have extensive experience in the travel and hospitality industry, with one partner bringing 8 years of experience and the other 12 years, ensuring a strong foundation for business growth. - The business has established connections with 18 resorts, aiming to forge strategic partnerships with leading resorts, hotels, tour operators, and service providers in the Maldives to offer exclusive packages and experiences to clients. - Currently utilizing social media and advertisements to promote services throughout the Maldives. - The company caters to both low-end and high-end hotels, ensuring a broad market reach. - Although new, the company aspires to achieve awards and recognition for excellence in providing luxury travel experiences and contributing to the tourism industry in the Maldives. - In addition to 2 permanent employees, there are tour agents who are outsourced.
    Newly operational travel agency in Maldives with 18 resort tie-ups, serving 50 clients till date.
    7.7   Addu City
    Run Rate Sales
    USD 600 thousand
    EBITDA Margin
    20 %
    Partial Stake Sale
    USD 150 K for 20%
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    Sports Facility Equity Stake For Sale in North Central Province, Maldives

    Seeking Investment: Reputed guest house in Maldives also offers scuba diving services at its premises.
    Well-reputed guest house in the Maldives that offers a restaurant serving delicious European and Maldivian dishes along with high-quality scuba diving courses, adventures, and experiences. - We receive about 50 to 60 bookings every month for our guest house. The accommodation has 8 rooms with a maximum occupancy of 3 people per room. We are almost always completely booked throughout the year. We fulfil bookings from our own website and other online platforms. - We also offer scuba diving courses at a dedicated scuba diving facility on our premises. We receive about 15 to 16 bookings every day for these services. We have an in-house team of 12 people which includes speed boat captains, trainers, and boat crew who facilitate these services. - 60 percent of the company's total revenue is generated through our scuba diving station. The remaining is contributed through our guesthouse bookings and restaurant. - Our business also offers pre-arranged tours, custom packages according to clients’ specifications, travel consultation, and making reservations for lodging amongst other related services. - This investment opportunity is for the entire business entity which includes the guest house, restaurant, and scuba diving station. All of them operate under one single business entity and brand name. The revenue from the three lines of operations is transferred to the registered business entity. The prospective investor will receive proportionate ownership in everything.
    Seeking Investment: Reputed guest house in Maldives also offers scuba diving services at its premises.
    7.2   North Central Province
    Run Rate Sales
    USD 720 thousand
    EBITDA Margin
    40 %
    Partial Stake Sale
    USD 579 K for 40%
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    Hotel Equity Stake For Sale in Gulhi, Maldives

    Travel agency partnered with hotels/resort seeks investment to open own tourist hotel.
    Maldives-based travel agency that started operations last year. - Have catered to 200++ customers since inception. Our target customer base is tourists from South Asian and South-East Asian countries. - We have now formed partnerships with 9 resorts and 25 guest houses across the Maldives. - We have a strong online platform in order to increase sales. - Promoter has 1 year of experience in the industry. - The investor will get the stake in the travel agency for the investment made. - We have a huge growth rate compared to last year as we have new arrivals from India for quarantine and our partnering properties are over booked for the next 3 months. Our valuation is based on current demand. - During 2019 and due to the Covid pandemic and border closure we were affected badly. And with Covid, the resorts changed their payment policy where we have to pay immediately and the Bank of Maldives changed their policy on travel agencies payment portal. With these changes we haulted our operations across the nation. But we were taking local (where our business is located) bookings. - Before the pandemic closure our demand was overloaded within a short period of time. Within 2 weeks we have acquired more than 20 resorts and 15 local hotels as partners. Also, we acquired more than 150 bookings within 12 days.
    6.9   Gulhi
    Run Rate Sales
    USD 390 thousand
    EBITDA Margin
    10 - 20 %
    Partial Stake Sale
    USD 100 K for 20%
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    Hotel Equity Stake For Sale in Gulhi, Maldives

    Travel agency partnered with hotels/resort seeks investment to open own tourist hotel.
    Maldives-based travel agency that started operations last year. - Have catered to 200++ customers since inception. Our target customer base is tourists from South Asian and South-East Asian countries. - We have now formed partnerships with 9 resorts and 25 guest houses across the Maldives. - We have a strong online platform in order to increase sales. - Promoter has 1 year of experience in the industry. - The investor will get the stake in the travel agency for the investment made. - We have a huge growth rate compared to last year as we have new arrivals from India for quarantine and our partnering properties are over booked for the next 3 months. Our valuation is based on current demand. - During 2019 and due to the Covid pandemic and border closure we were affected badly. And with Covid, the resorts changed their payment policy where we have to pay immediately and the Bank of Maldives changed their policy on travel agencies payment portal. With these changes we haulted our operations across the nation. But we were taking local (where our business is located) bookings. - Before the pandemic closure our demand was overloaded within a short period of time. Within 2 weeks we have acquired more than 20 resorts and 15 local hotels as partners. Also, we acquired more than 150 bookings within 12 days.
    6.9   Gulhi
    Run Rate Sales
    USD 390 thousand
    EBITDA Margin
    10 - 20 %
    Partial Stake Sale
    USD 100 K for 20%
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    Import / Export Company Seeking Loan in Malé, Maldives

    Travel and Tourism Industries, importing and wholesaling frozen Items, to over 35 customers,
    Our business is engaged in the Airline Ticketing, Hotel amenities, supplying of chicken, mutton, buffalo meat, beef and fresh water fishes to customers in Maldives. - We import the meat from suppliers in Pakistan and Bangladesh. - Currently, we deliver the products to local hotels and shops. Have over 35 local customers in Maldives. - Our business has high demand and we operate 30 days a month. - Founder of the company has 8 years of industry experience.
    Travel and Tourism Industries, importing and wholesaling frozen Items, to over 35 customers,
    6.2   Malé
    Run Rate Sales
    USD 430 thousand
    EBITDA Margin
    10 - 20 %
    Business Loan
    USD 194 K at 12%
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    Tour Operator Seeking Loan in Malé, Maldives

    Tour operator provides fishing trips in the Maldives, seeks funds to upgrade newly purchased vessel.
    Tour operator provides all-day and weekly fishing trips in the Maldives. - We provide 1-day to 1-week long fishing trips and have tied-up with local resorts and guest houses to provide complete packages to the tourists. - Company used to operate with a rented vessel and received about 10-20 clients per month before the pandemic. - Our packages range from USD 600 to USD 1,200 per tourist. - We get our bookings from Facebook, Instagram, and the FishingBooker platform. - Our operations were closed temporarily due to the pandemic and we are now looking to restart operations. - We have purchase our own vessel and need funds to install outboard engines and for other fishing equipment. - Promoter has over 10 years of experience.
    Tour operator provides fishing trips in the Maldives, seeks funds to upgrade newly purchased vessel.
    6.6   Malé
    Run Rate Sales
    Nil
    EBITDA Margin
    Nil
    Business Loan
    USD 65 K at 12%
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    Travel Agency Equity Stake For Sale in Malé, Maldives

    Growing travel agency serving 16,000+ customers annually seeking investment for scaling up.
    Based in Male, this travel agency specializes in inbound tourism, catering primarily to luxury market tourists from Russia/CIS, Asia, the Middle East, and Indian markets. - The company efficiently manages travel arrangements for approximately 16,000 tourists each year, demonstrating its success in the global tourism industry. - The agency generates an impressive annual revenue exceeding USD 2 million, highlighting high productivity and profitability. - The agency's primary services include tailored travel planning and professional assistance, ensuring high-quality experiences for luxury travellers. - Strategic marketing efforts involve participation in international exhibitions and roadshows, along with collaborations with global travel agents, to enhance visibility and grow the customer base. - The focus on luxury tourism attracts high-net-worth individuals seeking exclusive travel experiences, strengthening the agency's reputation in the competitive travel industry. - The company leverages its expertise in international tourism markets to deliver unparalleled services, making it a distinguished choice for discerning travellers seeking unique and personalized travel experiences. - Engages third-party vendors for marketing and other services to reduce overhead costs. - Holds an operating license from the Tourism Ministry.
    5.6   Malé
    Run Rate Sales
    USD 1.9 million
    EBITDA Margin
    0 - 10 %
    Partial Stake Sale
    USD 100 K for 30%
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    Airport Operator Seeking Loan in Malé, Maldives

    Travel agency seeking debt investment to start the development of a seaplane terminal in Maldives.
    We are a travel and tourism business located in the Maldives. - We provide outbound travel services to Dubai and Turkey. - We plan to start a seaplane terminal in the Maldives. - Have tied up with the largest seaplane operator in the country to start the operations. - Will buy our own seaplanes in the next stage of business operations. - Business is managed by one person and is debt-free.
    5.9   Malé
    Run Rate Sales
    USD 600 thousand
    EBITDA Margin
    30 - 40 %
    Business Loan
    USD 450 K at 15%
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    Newly Established Cruise Line Equity Stake For Sale in Malé, Maldives

    Company with expertise in yachting and luxury tour operating seeking investment for a new project.
    We are a local tour operation and travel agency based in Maldives established for more than 12 years with more than 200,000 happy clients. - Our new project is to establish a floating airport lounge with excursion, bar and accommodation services. We will form a new entity for this and investor will get a stake in this company. - This project needs to be started from scratch. We have planned out the financials, rented airport counter and need to rent or build a ship to start operations. - Target audience is the 1.5 million visitors arriving at airport each year. Competitor is the Maldives airport, and we are aiming to provide better services in comparison. USP is parent company's bar license and permit that is not available with the competitor. - We have won four prestigious awards namely Maldives leading travel agency four years ago, Indian ocean leading luxury tour operator back to back for two years and Maldives leading travel agency this year. - Nominated for world leading luxury tour operator, gold winner of yachting and transfer, South Asian travel awards. - We were also featured on National Geography and Robb Report.
    Company with expertise in yachting and luxury tour operating seeking investment for a new project.
    8.9   Malé
    Run Rate Sales
    Nil
    EBITDA Margin
    Nil
    Partial Stake Sale
    USD 4 Mn for 50%
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    Tour Operator Equity Stake For Sale in Malé, Maldives

    Invest in a booming travel agency with high margins & strong industry partnerships.
    Comprehensive tour operator, fully registered and operating in the Maldives. - It generates a yearly revenue of USD 1.6 million with a net profit of USD 0.7 million. - The business distinguishes itself with booking arrangements, a strong and experienced workforce, and unique offerings that few competitors have. - The company has existing collaborations with Elcome Dubai and Sri Lanka Sunbird. - The business has a registration certificate.
    5.8   Malé
    Run Rate Sales
    USD 1.7 million
    EBITDA Margin
    40 %
    Partial Stake Sale
    USD 5 Mn for 50%
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    Tour Operator Equity Stake For Sale in Malé, Maldives

    Maldives-based tour operators with 2-3 clients seeks investment.
    The business is registered recently, There are no historical data about the company. - Tourism industry will be a main key area to focus on. - Currently have 2-3 clients to whom we cater our services. - The business was registered last year but the operations started this year. - The promoter has over 4 years of experience in this industry.
    7.2   Malé
    Run Rate Sales
    USD 36 thousand
    EBITDA Margin
    40 %
    Partial Stake Sale
    USD 30 K for 50%
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    Amusement Park Equity Stake For Sale in Malé, Maldives

    Subsidiary of a Maldives-based yachting services company needs investment for a mini water theme park.
    The main company is a marine service company that provides yachting services. - The subsidiary does booking and reservations for various resorts and guest houses in the Maldives. - Business has received permissions from the government to setup a mini water theme park. - This can accommodate 25 people. - The investment is required for a mini theme park which will be shipped on a ready-made basis from a Chinese company.
    6.6   Malé
    Run Rate Sales
    USD 85 thousand
    EBITDA Margin
    10 - 20 %
    Partial Stake Sale
    USD 33 K for 30%
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    Newly Established Guest House Seeking Loan in Addu City, Maldives

    Startup business in the Maldives looking for a possible partnership to build a hotel.
    The land proposed to be used to construct the hotel or guesthouse is located in a prime area in the south region of Male. - A startup company right now is engaged in renting accommodations. - Seeking funds for a tourism startup business in the Maldives that provides combo hotel packages, transfers, activities etc.
    Startup business in the Maldives looking for a possible partnership to build a hotel.
    7.2   Addu City
    Run Rate Sales
    USD 92 thousand
    EBITDA Margin
    Nil
    Business Loan
    USD 560 K at 15%
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    Profitable Guest House Equity Stake For Sale in Addu City, Maldives

    Company with guest house and other 2 lands in prime locations ready to build.
    We are providing accommodation/ rentals/ taxi service/ events/ ticketing. - Have a guest house in operation for more than a year with good reviews and stable occupancy. - Have a small boat and a car for activities and movements. - Have a retail shop with all the necessary tools. - Social media pages are up and running. - CEO has more than 20 years of experience in the industry.
    6.2   Addu City
    Run Rate Sales
    USD 62 thousand
    EBITDA Margin
    40 %
    Partial Stake Sale
    USD 97 K for 20%
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    Hotel Assets for Lease in Addu City, Maldives

    For Lease: Newly constructed hotel with ocean view rooms on a 15-year lease.
    Newly constructed 10-room hotel in Addu Island. - The hotel is constructed on a plot of 2,000 sq. ft. and its total built-up area is approx. 7,500 sq. ft. - It has four storeys and a rooftop restaurant. - We advertise through OTAs like Agoda and Booking. com. - Most of the rooms have a view of the ocean and one room is equipped with a Jacuzzi. - We have not been able to entertain any guests as of now due to the prevailing curfew in our country. - The lessee will get the hotel building and all physical assets like furniture on a long-term lease of 15 years for the asking price of USD 850,000. - The lessee will not have to pay any additional annual/monthly rent for the land. - Owner is a real estate developer and owns both land and building.
    For Lease: Newly constructed hotel with ocean view rooms on a 15-year lease.
    8.6   Addu City
    Ownership Duration
    5-10 year(s)
    Industries
    Hotels
    Yearly Lease Amount
    USD 850 K
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    Investing in Businesses: A Comprehensive Guide

    Investing in businesses is a strategic endeavor that can significantly grow your wealth if approached knowledgeably. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting, understanding the intricacies of businesses for investment is crucial.

    Understanding Business Investment

    Business investment refers to the allocation of capital to a company with the expectation of receiving financial returns. This can occur through direct investment in a private company or by purchasing stocks and shares of publicly traded businesses.

    Types of Business Investments

    1. Equity Investment: This involves purchasing shares of a company. Equity investors become partial owners and have potential returns through dividends and appreciation of the stock value.

    2. Debt Investment: Investors lend money to businesses in exchange for interest income. This can include corporate bonds or business loans.

    3. Venture Capital and Angel Investing: These are types of equity investment where investors provide capital to startups and small businesses that have potential for growth.

    4. Crowdfunding: An innovative way to invest in businesses where multiple investors contribute small amounts of capital via platforms like Kickstarter or Indiegogo.

    Advantages of Investing in Businesses

    • Potential for High Returns: Businesses have the potential to grow substantially, resulting in significant returns on investment.
    • Portfolio Diversification: Investing in various businesses can diversify an investment portfolio, reducing overall risk.
    • Active Involvement: Investors can actively participate in their investments, offering guidance and support to businesses.

    Risks Involved in Business Investment

    Even though investing in businesses offers attractive returns, it involves certain risks:

    • Market Volatility: Economic changes can affect business profitability and stock prices.
    • Failure Risk: Especially with startups, there's always a risk of failure resulting in loss of investment.
    • Regulatory Issues: Changes in laws and regulations can impact businesses adversely.

    How to Choose the Right Business for Investment

    • Research and Analysis: Understand the business model, industry sector, and financial health of the business.
    • Growth Potential: Evaluate the business's potential for growth and scalability.
    • Management Quality: A competent management team can greatly influence a business’s success.
    • Market Trends: Stay updated with market trends and economic conditions that might affect the business.
    • Competitive Advantage: Ensure the business has a unique selling proposition or competitive edge.

    Conclusion

    Investing in businesses for investment can be incredibly rewarding. However, it requires a thorough understanding of the market, diligent research, and careful selection. By weighing the potential benefits against the risks and conducting due diligence, investors can enhance their ability to make profitable investments. Always consider consulting a financial advisor to tailor your investment strategy to your personal financial goals and risk tolerance.

    Invest wisely, and watch your investments flourish!

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