Today is World Environment Day, an important occasion where we reflect on the importance of planet Earth, encouraging worldwide awareness and action for the protection and preservation of our delicate environment. This year’s theme is ‘Reconnecting with Nature’ and Kuramathi synced in with a few programs to celebrate this crucial function.
Our team members demonstrated their arts and crafts in a first ever exhibition held at the Champagne Loft in the afternoon. Using everyday items and materials, they showcased brilliant articles such as a flower made out of coconut husks, and plastic bottles, skilful painting on wood, dream catchers made out plastic bottles and ornaments crafted out of recyclable objects.
Later in the evening, a special documentary was screened to promote awareness of the changing climate and of our fragile yet captivatingly beautiful planet Earth, at Fung Bar and Laguna Bar. Kuramathi is also geared up for the next big event, which is on 8 June to mark the World Oceans Day.
About Kuramathi Island Resort
Kuramathi is one of the first resorts to open in the Maldives and is part of Universal Resorts of Universal Enterprises Private Ltd, a 100% Maldivian owned company, and the pioneers of tourism in the Maldives.
An emerald jewel in the turquoise Maldivian waters, Kuramathi is a stunning island retreat with acres of luxuriant vegetation surrounded by spectacular beaches tapering into an endless sandbank. Villas blend contemporary design and nature, and are set on the beach, amongst lush gardens or over water. Four poster beds, open-air bathrooms, rainfall showers or Jacuzzi, large outdoor decks with inviting daybeds or sun loungers, are just some of the creature-comforts enjoyed by our guests. Dining options are diverse with many restaurants, bars and great-value all inclusive packages, topped off with Maldivian service – welcoming, genuine and friendly.
A special program was devised for both days, eager divers plunged into the blue with the resident marine biologist in a special Marine Ecology dive. Fresh coconuts were awarded to the divers after the dive, following a celebratory stance in their newfound knowledge of Marine Ecology by SSI. Bageecha Kids Club also played their part by incorporating the theme in a program where kids created clever crafts from recyclable materials. Later in the afternoon, a wildlife and ecology presentation were given to adult guests and kids, paying tribute to World Biodiversity Day.
On World Turtle Day, an educative workshop was held at the Eco Centre for the students of Alifu Alifu Education Centre. Special guest marine biologist from Atoll Marine Centre, Ms. Zoe Cox joined to provide her expertise and insight of turtles to broaden our knowledge and scope of these awesome creatures. Bageecha Kids Club encouraged eager kids to make sea turtles and tortoises out of recyclable materials.
Kuramathi actively celebrates environmental related days, where the next function is in June for World Environment Day and World Oceans Day.