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Kuramathi Maldives kicks off 2020 with four prestigious awards

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Kuramathi Maldives has kicked off the 2020 award season by scoring four major wins: three recognitions by travel giant TUI, and another from the travel review website HolidayCheck.

German travel review website HolidayCheck named Kuramathi Maldives a winner of the prestigious HolidayCheckGold Award 2020.

The HolidayCheck Gold award is a recognition of excellence, presented to hotels that win the HolidayCheck award for five consecutive years. The website considers the total number of votes/positive reviews a hotel receives within a period of one year for the hotel to be qualified for the prestigious award.

The year 2019 saw Kuramathi win the award with 98 per cent of popular vote, (or 5.8 out of 6 suns, as how the website marks ratings). This year, with a near perfect 99 per cent, Kuramathi is recognised by the popular website as one of the top resorts.

Adding to the growing list of accolades going into 2020, Kuramathi also won three of TUI’s top prizes in January.

For the third consecutive year, The TUI Family Champion Award 2020 comes as no surprise with Kuramathi’s ever popular Bageecha Kids Club gaining popularity amongst families and children year by year.

Kuramathi also secured the coveted TUI Environment Champion Award this year as well.

The TUI Environment Champion Award is a true testament to the hard work and dedication of the management, staff and the beloved guests of Kuramathi, for their endless efforts in trying to maintain a greener, eco-friendly island.

As one of the first few resorts to be opened in the country in the 1970s, Kuramathi strives to lead by example. Kuramathi’s environmentally conscious team continuously comes up with innovative ways to reduce its carbon footprint, making the environment healthier and happier.

And finally, the TUI Top Quality Award, earned by hotels with over scores of 8.7 out of 10, in TUI’s guest surveys. Scoring 9.4 out of 10 in Winter 18/19 and 9.44 out of 10 in Summer 19, Kuramathi has been recognised as part of the crème de la crème of TUI Hotels.

“We are honoured to accept these awards on behalf of everyone at Kuramathi. We would like to assure our guests that we will continue to strive to exceed all your expectations in this new decade. We hope that 2020 will be an equally successful year for us in achieving our goals, especially with the new eco-conscious projects we have in the pipeline,” Alain Trefois, Director of Operations at Kuramathi Maldives, was quoted in a statement, as saying.

Kuramathi is one of the first resorts to open in the Maldives and is part of Universal Resorts of Universal Enterprises, a 100 per cent Maldivian company and the pioneers of tourism in the Maldives.

An emerald jewel in the turquoise Maldivian waters, Kuramathi is a stunning island retreat with acres of luxuriant vegetation surrounded by spectacular beaches tapering into an endless sandbank. Villas blend contemporary design and nature, and are set on the beach, amongst lush gardens or over water. Four poster beds, open-air bathrooms, rainfall showers or Jacuzzi, large outdoor decks with inviting daybeds or sun loungers, are just some of the creature-comforts enjoyed by guests.

Dining options are diverse with many restaurants, bars and great-value all-inclusive packages, topped off with Maldivian service – welcoming, genuine and friendly.

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Sirru Fen Fushi to host Eid al-Adha celebration from 27–29 May

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Sirru Fen Fushi – Private Lagoon Resort has announced its “Eid in Harmony” programme for Eid al-Adha, scheduled from 27 to 29 May 2026, offering guests a series of curated experiences centred on dining, cultural elements and leisure activities.

The programme is designed to provide a structured yet relaxed approach to the celebration, with a focus on shared experiences and engagement with the island environment. According to the resort, the initiative aims to bring together cultural traditions and hospitality offerings within a resort setting.

A central feature of the programme will be the Eid al-Adha Feast, a dining experience presenting a selection of dishes prepared for the occasion. The event will be set in a themed environment reflecting elements associated with Eid.

The resort will also introduce an “Eid Gift with Purpose” initiative, positioned as a gesture aligned with the values of giving and reflection associated with the occasion.

In addition, guests will have the option to participate in a Guest Archery Competition, offering a recreational activity designed to complement the island setting and provide an alternative form of engagement during the celebration period.

Alongside the programme, the resort has launched an “Eid Island Escape” offer, which includes a range of inclusions for guests staying during the period. These include a 30-minute jet lag recovery massage, daily breakfast at Raha Market, dinner on a dine-around basis across selected restaurants, and a one-time floating breakfast experience.

In a statement, the resort’s management said the programme is intended to reflect the values of togetherness and reflection associated with Eid al-Adha, while offering guests opportunities to spend time with family and participate in shared experiences.

Through the three-day programme, Sirru Fen Fushi – Private Lagoon Resort is presenting Eid al-Adha as a combination of dining, leisure and cultural activities within a resort environment.

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Reethi Faru Resort awarded Green Globe certification

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Reethi Faru Resort has received Green Globe certification, recognising its compliance with international standards for sustainable tourism.

The certification reflects the resort’s stated commitment to responsible hospitality, with a focus on environmental management, social responsibility and operational practices across the property.

Green Globe certification is awarded following an assessment based on established sustainability criteria and verified through independent third-party audits. The standard reviews performance in areas including environmental management, energy efficiency, resource conservation, community engagement and sustainable operations.

With the certification, Reethi Faru Resort joins a group of hospitality operators worldwide that have met Green Globe’s sustainability requirements and demonstrated an ongoing commitment to improvement in tourism practices.

In a statement, the management of Reethi Faru Resort said the recognition reflects the resort’s continued focus on preserving the natural environment of the Maldives while maintaining the guest experience. The management added that sustainability forms part of the resort’s daily operations.

The Green Globe standard includes more than 40 core criteria supported by over 380 compliance indicators, providing a framework for assessing sustainability performance in the hospitality sector.

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InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort marks loyalty week with member and staff recognition

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InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort is marking IHG Global Loyalty Week 2026, a group-wide initiative recognising IHG One Rewards members and the employees who contribute to guest experiences across the brand.

The observance will take place from 11 to 17 May 2026 and is aligned with IHG’s wider theme of “bringing loyalty to life”, focusing on guest recognition and service-led engagement.

As the Maldives’ first all-Club InterContinental resort, InterContinental Maldives is using the occasion to highlight its emphasis on personalised service and guest recognition. During the week, the resort will present a series of experiences and gestures intended to acknowledge IHG One Rewards members through tailored hospitality touches.

A central feature of the programme will be “Member Moments”, which are designed to reflect guest preferences, milestones and individual travel experiences. These will include personalised welcome arrangements, selected in-room amenities, culinary offerings and family-focused gestures.

The resort will also use the week to recognise its employees, whose service contributes to guest loyalty and repeat visits. Under its “Inspire Incredible” service culture, InterContinental Maldives will hold staff appreciation activities and internal recognition initiatives during the week.

Commenting on the occasion, General Manager Reinhold Johann said the initiative highlights the importance of making guests feel recognised and welcomed, while also acknowledging the role of employees in delivering those experiences.

Through IHG One Rewards, members have access to benefits and travel privileges across more than 6,800 hotels worldwide. At InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort, these benefits are integrated into the resort’s all-Club InterContinental offering, which combines personalised service with resort-based experiences in Raa Atoll.

Through its participation in IHG Global Loyalty Week 2026, InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort is positioning guest recognition and service culture as key elements of its hospitality approach.

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