OBLU SELECT Sangeli: Ultimate eco-friendly travel destination in Maldives
Dreaming of an idyllic vacation that leaves behind not only beautiful memories, but also positive impacts? Then, look no further than the breathtaking OBLU SELECT Sangeli Resort, an eco-friendly, paradise awaits your exploration. With a commitment to sustainability, a revolutionary conservation initiative and the Sangeli Muraka Project, this resort offers travellers an unforgettable experience, all […]
Pullman Maldives Maamutaa achieves Green Globe Certification
Pullman Maldives Maamutaa has announced its recent achievement of the Green Globe certification, marking another milestone in the resort’s commitment to sustainable practices and responsible hospitality. Garnering an 85% score, above the average of 50%, this certification proves the resort’s continuous dedication to environmental stewardship and sustainable operations, notably the first time Pullman Maldives Maamutaa […]
Banyan Tree Marine Lab serves as ‘home of conservation’ in Maldives for 19 years
The inauguration of the Banyan Tree Marine Lab in 2004 marked a significant milestone as the first resort-based establishment in the Maldives dedicated to safeguard the natural environment and marine ecosystem. Operating under the guiding philosophy of conservation, restoration, education, and research while catering to both Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru and Dhawa Ihuru, formerly known as […]
The dying reefs: Can resorts be their savior?
Up to 60% of Maldivian coral reefs have been bleached due to the recent surge in sea surface water temperatures. What can resorts do to rise up from this mass phenomenon?
Future Forward: Designing the ‘Hospitable’ Experience
The need to design the “Hospitable” experience: The prominence of art has been a long standing romance between design and the hospitality industry, the objective is to make the entire hotel acquisitions inspire the guests or more importantly give personality to an otherwise innate building through brand aesthetics and defining elements. A brand has to […]
Environment: A Plague of Starfish
In mid-2015, a plague of coral-devouring starfish known as crown-of-thorns posed an existential threat to coral reefs, the bedrock of the Maldives’ thousand isles.
Green Globe launches new online certification system and solution centre
Green Globe has launched a new online solution centre to facilitate certification and better management of environmental indicators, known as Green Globe Solutions (GGS).
Kuramathi Island Resort presented TUI Umwelt Champion Award 2015
Kuramathi Island Resort has been honoured with the TUI Umwelt Champion Award 2015.
Kuredu launches ‘Solar Power Project’ with 4,160 new solar panels
The installation of 4,160 new solar panels is expected to significantly reduce the resort’s reliance on diesel generators.
2015 will see a rise in travellers seeking sustainable luxury, new research shows
According to a Booking.com sustainable travel survey, an estimated 52% of global travellers say they’re likely to choose a hotel and destination based on its social or environmental impact in 2015
Coco Collection reflects on its conservation initiatives, on the occasion of World Oceans Day
To mark World Oceans Day, Coco Collection looks back over its conservation initiatives and recent partnership with the Olive Ridley Project.
Resorts across the Maldives celebrate World Environment Day 2015
Resorts throughout the country celebrated World Environment Day 2015 yesterday with a host of awareness-raising activities, presentations and eco-friendly events.
