Ministry of Tourism has decided to introduce special annual awards for tourist facilities.
The tourism ministry announced 4 awards will be given for tourist establishments that promote the welfare of their employees, and 3 awards will be given for establishments that promote local artists. The ministry said awards will also be given for creating employment opportunities for locals, promoting women in the tourism industry and promoting local products.
The tourism ministry stated application for the awards will be opened in June. The ministry stated resorts, hotels, guesthouses and liveaboards are all eligible to apply for the awards.
The new awards are being introduced as part of the golden jubilee celebrations of the Maldivian tourism industry. The tourism ministry and other industry stakeholders have planned various programmes and events to mark the occasion.