Ritz-Carlton Maldives Efforts Earn Sustainability Certifications. Photo Credit: travoh.com via Google Images

Ritz-Carlton Maldives Efforts Earn Sustainability Certifications

The Forbes VERIFIED Responsible Hospitality badge, which honors establishments that satisfy more than 100 strict requirements for environmental preservation and support of staff, visitors, and local communities, has been awarded to The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands. This honour highlights the resort’s strong attention to environmental principles and responsible hospitality. In a year filled with noteworthy…

The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo & Christian Redl Island Cleanup. Photo Credit: hospitalitynet.org via Google Images

The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo & Christian Redl Island Cleanup

On 27th October 2024, The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, in collaboration with twelve-time world record freediver Christian Redl, held an inspiring island cleanup and plastic pollution awareness session in Maalhos Island, Baa Atoll, as part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability and community engagement. In one of the Maldives’ most biodiverse regions, the event, which…

SO Maldives Awarded Green Globe Certification Within a Year. Photo Credit: cntraveller.com via Google Images

SO/ Maldives Awarded Green Globe Certification Within a Year

In its first year of business, SO/ Maldives is pleased to report that it has earned the esteemed Green Globe certification. Under the direction of Ennismore’s ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) purpose, the resort combines eco-conscious innovation with its renowned fashion-forward brand while maintaining an uncompromising commitment to sustainable practices. By positively influencing the environment,…

Glasgow Declaration Signed by Sun Siyam Iru Fushi. Photo Credit: Sun Siyam Resorts via Google Images

Glasgow Declaration Signed by Sun Siyam Iru Fushi

By signing the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism, Sun Siyam Iru Fushi declares its steadfast dedication to sustainability. This important move strengthens Sun Siyam Iru Fushi’s commitment to ethical and environmentally friendly operations by bringing the resort into line with international initiatives to lower carbon emissions and promote sustainable tourism practices. Our principles…

Maldives Whale Shark Conservation Receives National Regulation. Photo Credit: Sebastian Pena Lambarri via Unsplash

Maldives Whale Shark Conservation Receives National Regulation

With the release of Regulation No. 2024/R-96, which aims to improve interactions with whale sharks, a major contribution has been made towards Maldives whale shark conservation. With this rule, the Protected Species Regulation (2021/R-25) undergoes its seventh amendment, updating the 2009-established Code of Conduct for the Protection and Conservation of Whale Sharks. With strict rules…

Aquagen & their Sustainability Solutions on Maldives Doorstep. Photo Credit: Hotelier Maldives

Aquagen & their Sustainability Solutions on Maldives Doorstep

At an event hosted at the Maagiri Hotel, Aquagen Atmospheric Water Systems showcased its cutting-edge technology, marking a significant advancement towards environmental sustainability. Government authorities, hotel owners, and media representatives were present at the event, which demonstrated their capacity to convert air into pure drinking water that is enhanced with minerals. The Atmospheric Water Generation…

InterContinental Maldives Waters Declared Vital Manta Ray Zone. Photo Credit: johansens.com via Google Images

InterContinental Maldives Waters Declared Vital Manta Ray Zone

The lagoon at the InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort has received official recognition as an Important Shark & Ray Area (ISRA), along with Maamunagau and Fenfushi. This honor comes after the resort’s continuous partnership with the Manta Trust, one of the world’s preeminent organizations for manta ray conservation and study. This accomplishment is the result of…