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Festive Season with a Tropical Twist at Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa

family enjoying holiday on the beach at Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa
Celebrate your Festive Season with the same traditions but with a tropical twist to it at Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa this year.

Are you up for a change this year? Celebrate Festive Season with the same traditions but with a tropical twist to it at Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa. Get pampered in the Maldives as you enjoy some relaxing days by spending precious moments with your loved ones (as it is also kids friendly!).

Let the little ones write their own personal letter to Santa with their wishes. And the share the wish by tagging @emeraldmaldivesresortspa on Instagram and Facebook. Emerald Maldives is definitely becoming kids’ favorite festive and new year destination this year. We don’t know for sure but, maybe their wishes could come true!

Recently, Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa unveiled Russian cuisine; conferring an even more multi-ethnical aspect to its already diverse selection of dishes and cuisines to offer guests an even more complete experience. Thanks to Chef Nikita Martynov, guests can find a Russian Menu at the resort’s both Aqua and Beach Grill restaurants.

Also read: Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa Introduces Russian Cuisine

Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa is a new 5-star Deluxe All-Inclusive resort and a proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World. The resort is built to blend in perfect harmony with the surrounding environment. Using materials such as bamboo, natural stones, and Langhi Langhi, Emerald leaves, and a direct focus on energy efficiency and environmental preservation.

The resort combines tropical scenery with modern design. Thus, creating atmospheres of natural and informal elegance, offering the ideal setting for guests to build new and memorable experiences. Located within Raa Atoll, in the northern part of the Maldives archipelago,1.5 km of soft white sand surrounds the Deluxe All-Inclusive Resort. Nestled on a lush private 20 hectares island, Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa features 120 villas. 60 of these villas are located on the island and 60 directly on the sea.

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Marriott International Celebrates Second Wave of Graduates in Maldives Apprenticeship Program

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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