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Patina Maldives Unveils Exclusive Football Camp with The Real Madrid Foundation!

Patina Maldives, Fari Islands just unveiled an exciting opportunity for Real Madrid fans and football lovers!

Patina Maldives proudly announces an exclusive football camp partnership with the Real Madrid Foundation. This exciting youth foundation coach will lead 14-times European champions’ first partner soccer clinics in the Maldives. Younger guests at Patina Maldives can embrace new patterns of play this summer at an exclusive, Maldives-first Real Madrid Foundation football camp.

Patina Maldives x Real Madrid CF Exclusive Football Camp for Summer 2024!

The Real Madrid Foundation football camp is set to take place from 4th July to 12th August 2024. Led by a youth coach, the programme will host daily soccer sessions for kids aged 5-9 years, 10-14 years and 15-17 years. Additionally, the youth coach will also be joined by an elite player ambassador from UEFA’s all-time no. 1 ranked football club towards the end of the programme.

This summer’s inaugural Patina Maldives x Real Madrid CF Foundation football camp is the first edition in an ongoing partnership. In addition to this summer’s camp, additional future football camp dates are to be confirmed by the resort as well. Led by a licensed Real Madrid Foundation Coach, the session will focus on some key factors. Young ones will learn how to develop both individually and as a part of the group to ‘Play The Real Way’. This training methodology combines play, as well as sports values.

In addition to receiving an official camp football camp shirt, participants will also receive shorts, socks, a drawstring bag, sweat bangs and a cap. Participants completing a minimum of four days of coaching will also be presented with a Real Madrid Foundation participation certificate.

This unique football clinic experience at Patina Maldives is priced at USD 195++ per child per session for guests of the resort. Bookings are also open to guests from neighbouring resorts, from USD 250++ per child per session.

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Marriott International Celebrates Second Wave of Graduates in Maldives Apprenticeship Program

On April 19, 2025, Marriott International celebrated the success of 31 apprentices who graduated from the second batch of its Maldives Apprenticeship Program. The special ceremony took place at the Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa and featured key dignitaries, including Hon. Ibrahim Waheed, the Minister of Youth Empowerment, Information, and Arts, along with other officials from the Ministry of Youth Empowerment and the Maldives Institute of Technology (MIT). Additionally, Mark Fletcher, Marriott’s Area Director of Human Resources for Singapore and the Maldives, also attended to acknowledge the graduates’ achievements.

Hon. Ibrahim Waheed highlighted the program’s role in empowering the youth of the Maldives, commenting, “Today, we celebrate 31 apprenticeship graduates. These are 31 futures redefined—each a testament to what happens when opportunity meets action. To our apprentices, you step forward as ambassadors of possibility. And to Marriott International, thank you for not just supporting this program, but for championing it—your commitment to mentorship and local capacity building is truly admirable.”

A Collaborative Effort in Hospitality Training

The Marriott Apprenticeship Program is a collaborative effort between Marriott International, the Ministry of Youth, Sports, and Community Empowerment, and MIT. This 10-month program provides participants with a well-rounded education that includes theoretical lessons at MIT and hands-on experience at various Marriott resorts across the Maldives. Specifically, the apprentices received training in several key hospitality sectors, including front office operations, culinary arts, food and beverage service, and housekeeping.

By partnering with the Maldivian government, Marriott became the first international hospitality brand to support such an apprenticeship initiative in the country, reinforcing its dedication to developing local talent. In this way, the program supports Marriott’s broader mission to cultivate the next generation of leaders in the fast-growing Maldivian tourism industry.

Practical Experience Across Marriott’s Maldives Resorts

The apprentices completed their theoretical training at MIT before gaining practical experience at Marriott’s luxurious properties in the Maldives, such as The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands; The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort; JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa; W Maldives; Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa; Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa; and The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort.

True to the company’s guiding principle of “We Put People First,” Marriott focuses on helping young professionals grow and succeed. As a result of their hard work, all the graduates received Level-3 certification, officially recognized by the Maldives Qualification Authority (MQA). This certification acknowledges their successful completion of both the academic and practical components of the program, preparing them for careers in the hospitality industry.

Looking Ahead to a Bright Future

Mark Fletcher reflected on the program’s origins, noting, “When we launched this program in 2023, it was envisioned as a pilot, a leap of faith, grounded in belief. A belief in crafting talents of Maldivian youth, belief in the strength and collaboration, and belief in Marriott’s commitment to “take care” – not just our people but the communities where we serve. What began as an initiative is now a movement, and Marriott International is proud to be the first international hospitality brand to officially launch such apprenticeship program in the Maldives”

Ultimately, this graduation marks a key milestone in Marriott’s efforts to contribute to the long-term sustainability of the Maldives’ tourism industry by fostering a talented and skilled local workforce. Marriott looks forward to watching its graduates embark on successful careers and continue playing an essential role in the growth of the country’s hospitality sector.

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