Work Experience Program by Secret Paradise Tours

Tuesday 17th of March 2020

Work Experience Program by Secret Paradise Tours

Local tour operator Secret Paradise has launched a Work Experience Program for Maldivian students aged from 14 to 18. It includes a variety of activities that cover an introduction to Secret Paradise and local tourism, Health and Safety, Risk Management, Guiding Skills, Delivering Memorable Experiences and Airport Handling.

The program, lasting for two weeks, takes place at the Secret Paradise office in Hulhumale’. “As a growing business the program also provides an excellent opportunity for us to identify potential talent and future guides,” read a statement by Co-founder of Secret Paradise, Ruth Franklin.

The company “felt opportunities for students to get involved and understand local tourism was not readily available.” Tourism industry is the Maldives’ second largest industry that contributes to two thirds of the country’s total GDP. The industry is also the greatest job generator in the economy and hence, it’s important that training programs are available.

Secret Paradise provides ongoing training and development for their guiding team, including EFR and Life Saving Skills Certification as well as tour guiding certification. Guides also have the opportunity to participate in tour leader development programs available from Secret Paradise’s international travel partners and in destination training delivered in conjunction with Shorthouse Hospitality.