MALDIVES – Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives introduced the reef-safe sunscreen and encouraged the divers and snorkellers to use the reef-safe sunscreen as it protects marine life from the harmful effects of two harmful chemicals, Oxybenzone & Octinoxate and will therefore help safeguard our precious coral life. Our resident marine biologist, Peter Pringle explained that “many regular sunscreens contains these two chemicals, which have been shown in laboratory studies to be highly toxic to corals and other animals, particularly the young stages that need to replenish marine populations.”
Due to their potential toxicity to reefs, several states (including Hawaii and Palau) have recently banned the sale of sunscreens containing Oxybenzone & Octinoxate. Every year between 6,000 and 14,000 tons of sunscreen washes off into the sea, and preventing high levels of associated toxic compounds entering the water could contribute to healthier reefs in the face of widespread coral die-offs linked to warmer ocean temperatures and global climate change
“This is another step ahead for Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives, pursuing our commitment towards Environmental Management System and efforts towards Sustainable Tourism”, more to be announced gradually, as soon as we lay down practices and projects in pipeline enhancing green and eco driven initiatives for everyone’s benefit.” Raffaele Solferino commented, General Manager of Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives.
About Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives
Located on North Malé Atoll and a mere 20 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport, Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives is a luxurious one-island-one resort destination in the Maldives featuring a collection of 120 idyllic beach-front pool villas, breathtaking overwater villas and spacious two-bedroom villas. Designed by world-renowned hospitality firm, Hirsch Bedner Associates, the resort is an oasis of luxury and tranquillity featuring open and breezy public spaces alongside modern interiors inspired by the Maldivian the island, local traditions and crafts. An unrivalled range of leisure facilities includes an overwater spa with seven treatment rooms, a fully-equipped PADI dive facility, a recreation beach club, Little Explorers kids’ club, three outstanding destination-dining offerings and an infinity pool. Connect with Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives on social – Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.
About Park Hotel Group
Headquartered in Singapore, Park Hotel Group is one of Asia Pacific’s leading hospitality companies. Established in 1961, Park Hotel Group’s growing presence in the region today comprises of nearly 30 hotels and resorts operating or under development across key destinations in Singapore, Japan, China, the Maldives and more. With a focus on expanding across Asia Pacific and meeting the changing needs of travellers today, Park Hotel Group has a brand portfolio featuring its luxury Grand Park, its upscale Park Hotel and its midscale Destination, as well as Park Rewards, its dedicated loyalty programme that rewards guests, diners and corporate bookers. Find out more about Park Hotel Group at www.parkhotelgroup.com, get our latest news on www.parkhotelgroupnews.com and connect with us on social – Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.
About Park Hotel Group
Headquartered in Singapore, Park Hotel Group is one of Asia Pacific’s leading hospitality companies. Established in 1961, Park Hotel Group’s growing presence in the region today comprises of nearly 30 hotels and resorts operating or under development across key destinations in Singapore, Japan, China, the Maldives and more. With a focus on expanding across Asia Pacific and meeting the changing needs of travellers today, Park Hotel Group has a brand portfolio featuring its luxury Grand Park, its upscale Park Hotel and its midscale Destination, as well as Park Rewards, its dedicated loyalty programme that rewards guests, diners and corporate bookers. Find out more about Park Hotel Group at www.parkhotelgroup.com, get our latest news on www.parkhotelgroupnews.com and connect with us on social – Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.
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