Restoring Reefs, One Coral at a Time – All About Adopting Corals at Sheraton Maldives

Wednesday 27th of January 2021

The very essence of Maldives’ islands are the thousands of coral reefs that play a main role in the island formation. It is by their contribution that an island thrives both above and under water, sustaining its life in other words. Increased human activities that has led to global climate, water pollution and man-made developments, have put marine habitats such as coral reefs in the forefront of danger.

At a time when the world is seeking more meaning out of our actions, Marriott Bonvoy has launched Good Travel program, allowing aspiring travellers to to forge first-hand connections with local communities and the environment during their stay, promoting both cultural understanding and positive change. Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and Spa in the Maldives joins 14 other Marriott properties across Asia Pacific in the pilot launch of the program by introducing ‘Adopt a Coral’ initiative.

The program is a collaboration of the resort with Reefscapers to build coral-frames in order to boost reef habitats by regenerating new corals. It began early last year with 50 frames around the island. Today, there are over 3000 frames being cared for making it the largest man-made coral structure in the country. Guests at the resort can get hands on with building the coral frames under expert instructions by planting coral fragments on the frames which are saving coral colonies that would have been otherwise destroyed during a lagoon reclamation project. Local authorities are also supporting the cause. You can monitor the growth of the coral babies via regular updates on Reefscapers website.

“One of the growing trends we’re observing is how conscious people are of their personal impact on the environment and the destinations they visit.” said Emilio Fortini, General Manager, Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa. “We are excited to launch Adopt a Coral as part of Good Travel with Marriott Bonvoy and look forward to bringing truly meaningful travel to our guests at home, or from abroad once international travel resumes.”