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?
Emerging Destinations: Raa Atoll
The first tourism development master plan’s vision was for the Male’ region to be the sole gateway and hub for tourism, but just for a short period. This was to be followed by the establishment of hubs in the north and south.
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).
Exclusive Interview: Sonu Shivdasani, founder and CEO of the Soneva Group
As Soneva Fushi celebrates its 20th anniversary, Sonu Shivdasani speaks about the brand’s success over the past two decades.
Coral propagation workshop begins at Jumeirah Vittaveli, organised by Best Dives Maldives
A four-day workshop on coral propagation began at Jumeirah Vittaveli on 30 October. The event was organised by Best Dives Maldives.
Cornell invites hotels to participate in third annual industry study of sustainability performance
Cornell University Centre for Hospitality Research (CHR) is inviting hotels to participate in the third annual industry study of sustainability performance benchmarking of energy, water, and carbon emissions.
99 resorts sign ‘Male 3R Day Declaration’ to pledge commitment to sustainable waste management
The Sixth Regional 3R Forum in Asia and the Pacific is underway at Dhaarubaaruge Convention Centre, Male’.
Jumeirah Vittaveli awarded Green Globe Certification
Jumeirah Vittaveli has been awarded the internationally renowned Green Globe Certification (GGC) following a recent sustainability audit.
Can we really create Wealth from Waste?
Soneva Fushi, on the island of Kunfunadhoo, is one of the largest Maldivian resorts at 1400 metres in length. As you approach from either sea or air, Soneva looks less like an established resort and more like an uninhabited or agricultural island.
