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Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon, part of Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts recently received the prestigious Travelife Gold Certification for the years 2019-2021. Travelife is an internationally recognised accommodation sustainability program that is run in over 50 countries around the world. The program has over 1,500 members who use its practical tools and resources to improve the environmental, financial and social impact of their business. Following a rigorous auditing process, Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon secured gold certification for its ongoing commitment to deliver sustainability at all key touchpoints of its operation.
The Travelife Collection showcases sustainable hotels around the world that are making a positive contribution through their operations. To obtain their certification, hotels have to meet stringent criteria across the areas of human rights, fair labour practices, and they must demonstrate how they are improving economic and social standards for communities whilst safe-guarding vulnerable people, habitats, wildlife and places. The program adheres to evaluation standards that have been set by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council and each shortlisted property is assessed by independent auditors, who only after an in-depth on-site assessment, grant the certification which is valid for a period of two years.
Commenting on the certification, Head of Maldivian Resorts Operations, Cinnamon Hotels and Resorts, Jayantissa Kehelpannala stated, “We are extremely pleased that Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon has received this highly acclaimed international certification, which is an important milestone on our sustainability journey. The Cinnamon brand has always strived to be a hospitality trendsetter and leader in the travel and tourism industry. Running an environmentally-friendly operation that positively contributes to people, communities and the natural heritage of our locations is of the utmost importance to us and has always been a key priority for our management. I would like to congratulate our team on receiving this certification, which once again highlights the stringent measures and protocols that they have put into place to achieve globally recognised standards of sustainability and excellence.”
Travellers are increasingly becoming more conscious of the impact that their holidays will have, and the Travelife Collection offers a platform for them to easily find certified hotels and accommodation options that are working to protect their local environment, whilst preserving the quality of their destinations and the lives of local community members. Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon is a part of Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, a chain comprising 14 distinct hotels and resorts located in key areas across Sri Lanka and the Maldives. The brand embodies a passion for inspired living and promises holistic and enhanced experiences that are tailor-made to suit the specific interests of travellers. The Cinnamon brand focuses on delivering memorable holidays and getaways that deliver world-class standards of service whilst showcasing the warmth and vibrancy of contemporary Sri Lankan hospitality.
