September was more than just another month in the calendar for Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives. It became a season of compassion and community service as the resort joined thousands of IHG colleagues around the globe in marking the annual IHG Giving for Good initiative. This worldwide programme, run across more than 100 countries where IHG operates, unites employees in acts of service under the hotel group’s Journey to Tomorrow 10-year action plan, a mission that aims to positively impact 30 million lives.
At Kandooma Maldives, the initiative was deeply felt across every department. Staff members dedicated 308 volunteer hours throughout the month, investing their time and effort into meaningful projects that connected them with surrounding communities. From blood donation drives and lagoon clean-ups to school donations, building maintenance support, visits to orphanages, and activities for special needs homes, the resort delivered nine heartfelt initiatives that left an enduring mark. Even simple gestures, like organizing community walks for peace, became symbols of unity and responsibility.
Sharon Garrett, Director of Marketing & Sustainability at the resort, highlighted how each local act became part of a much bigger story:
“It is tremendously rewarding to know that what you are doing in your own community is having such a profound and positive impact. This year, instead of measuring our efforts in dollars, we measured in team hours. At Kandooma alone, our colleagues gave 308 hours across September.”
Garrett also emphasized the importance of aligning with IHG’s purpose of True Hospitality for Good:
“Together with our guests, business partners, and colleagues, we are committed to shaping the future of responsible travel and ensuring that we deliver on IHG’s vision of operating responsibly while contributing positively to people, communities, and the planet.”
The resort itself, located in the heart of the Maldives’ turquoise waters and white-sand islands, is already celebrated by travelers for its vibrant diving spots, family-friendly facilities, and tranquil villas perched over lagoons. By weaving sustainability and community service into its identity, Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives demonstrates that hospitality extends beyond luxury, it also thrives in social responsibility.
For visitors, this means more than enjoying pristine beaches and unforgettable sunsets. Staying at Kandooma provides the chance to be part of a destination where the hotel staff not only deliver exceptional service but also actively enrich the lives of those living around them. Every initiative carried out by the team reflects the Maldives’ deep cultural value of togetherness, a quality that leaves many guests with an even greater appreciation of the islands.
In dedicating September to community service, Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives didn’t just celebrate Giving for Good, it showcased how global initiatives can be rooted in local action. By combining sustainability, community engagement, and warm island hospitality, the resort reinforces why the Maldives remains a destination where travelers can experience beauty, care, and purpose all at once.
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