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InterContinental Maamunagau Maldives Bestowed Haute Grandeur Excellence Awards

aerial view of villas at InterContinental Maamunagau Maldives Resort
InterContinental Maamunagau Maldives Resort has received recognition from the Haute Grandeur Excellence Awards.

InterContinental Maamunagau Maldives Resort has received recognition from the Haute Grandeur Excellence Awards. Haute Grandeur honored the resort as; Best Resort Service on a Global Level, Best Luxury Hotel in the Indian Ocean, Best Resort Hotel in the Indian Ocean, and Best Beach Resort in the Maldives.

The Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards, established as an independent and unbiased initiative aims to honor the highest achievements from the global hotel industry. The Awards hold significance as the pinnacle of achievement in global hospitality.

Also read: Unrivaled Benefits with InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau’s Offers!

Maamunagau has received a number of accolades before. The resort won recognition as “The Favourite Romantic Hotel (International)” by Conde Nast Traveller (Middle East). In addition to that, the resort has also been recognized by CNN as among “20 Stunning new Asia Pacific luxury hotels in 2020”, one of “The Best Maldives Resorts” by Robb Report and the members-only travel resource – Luxury Travel Intelligence (LTI) included Maamunagau in its round-up of the “World’s Best New Luxury Hotels in 2019” as well.

InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau offers guests PCR testing at a nominal fee. As the first and only All-Club InterContinental resort, guests can experience personalized touches such as bespoke dining under the stars at InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort. With soft white sands and palm tree peppered terraces, guests will witness mesmerizing island life from the moment they board the seaplane to the tranquil shores of the Raa Atoll.

The luxury Maamunagau resort blends Maldivian design with breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean. The IHG’s Clean Promise gives the guests greater confidence and provides the hotel teams with the protection needed. IHG Way of Clean program was launched in 2015 and developed with Ecolab and Diversey. Now the program becomes enhanced with additional COVID-19 protocols and best practices.

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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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