Kurumba Maldives makes tourism more sustainable with Gold Certification from Green Growth 2050

Sustainability in the Maldives

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14 November, 2023

Kurumba Maldives proudly announces its attainment of Gold Certification from Green Growth 2050, marking a significant advancement from its previous Silver Certification. This achievement underscores the resort’s unwavering dedication to environmental sustainability and responsible tourism.

The Green Growth 2050 Global Standard, endorsed by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, integrates internationally recognized environmental and hotel industry sustainability standards. Featuring over 400 industry-based sustainability indicators, it stands as the most comprehensive travel and tourism-based standard available.

Andrew Jansson, GM of Kurumba Maldives, emphasizes, “Overall sustainability and corporate social responsibility should be at the forefront of every single aspect of how we operate. We live in a very delicate environment, and it is up to each one of us to do our part and ensure the longevity of our little piece of paradise. Though there is still a lot of work to be done, we remain fully dedicated to this principle and will continue to push forward in all our sustainability measures.”

Nestled in the North Male Atoll, a brief 10-minute speedboat ride from the airport, Kurumba Maldives combines its rich history, charismatic personality, and heartfelt service to provide diverse experiences in a stunning island setting. The resort offers eight styles of accommodation, from Superior Rooms to Two Bedroom Residences, amidst lush tropical gardens with easy beach access. Boasting seven restaurants, three bars, and a shisha lounge, Kurumba Maldives captivates with unparalleled dining choices, recreational activities, and entertainment, creating the perfect balance for a holiday in paradise—ideal for honeymooners and families alike. Kurumba Maldives… Maldives in Full Colour.

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Kurumba Maldives remains a central place in the amazing history of tourism in Maldives. It was the very first resort that opened in 1972. Today Kurumba Maldives can offer 180 modern rooms, including a royal residence, presidential suites, villas with pools, and only 10 minutes by speedboat from Male airport. Kurumba has become a luxury resort of the top category in the Maldives, defining the benchmark of the tourism industry in the region and the tropics in general. In the fall of 2017 Kurumba marked its 45th anniversary on the tourism scene of the Maldives.

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