COVER STORY | THE MALDIVES
Addu Nature Park
Photo Credit : Secret Paradise Maldives challenges or social challenges people within the local community experience .
The company offers opportunities for guests to get involved if they wish . This may include , for example , supporting local conservationists on coral nurseries , attending beach cleanups , marine life identification , and updating databases , or community events such as tree planting and contributing to island libraries .
Local Island Partner Community
Secret Paradise Maldives partners with 25 guesthouses on 15 islands across eight atolls . These properties are owned and mainly operated by local island families , where everyone is instrumental in the day-to-day operations , ensuring profits are directed back into local hands .
The company also uses services developed and managed by locals , which , in turn , provide employment and business opportunities for local people .
They only work with selected guesthouses to build strong relationships , which has led to them supporting their sustainable tourism wish list : actions such as removing plastic straws or introducing water coolers to minimize the use of plastic bottles .
There is an incredible diversity of guesthouse facilities and services offered on local islands , which differ from the facilities and services provided at luxury resorts . Essentially every guesthouse is different , with each individual guesthouse also providing a different accommodation experience for guests . They range from budget backpacker style to boutique properties to city-style hotels . However , you can expect essential facilities , amenities , and , most importantly , a warm welcome .
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