Six Years Beneath the Surface: Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort &  Spa and Reefscapers Celebrate Marine Conservation Milestone

Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa marks the  sixth anniversary of its partnership with Reefscapers on February 19, 2026, reaffirming its  commitment to protecting and restoring the Maldives’ fragile reef ecosystems. Since launching  the partnership in 2020, the resort and Reefscapers have worked together to restore coral  habitats, support marine biodiversity, and engage guests in meaningful conservation  experiences. The milestone also marks one year since the successful relocation of  approximately five tons of coral to the resort’s house reefs — one of the partnership’s most  significant conservation initiatives. 

Over the past six years, the partnership has become a defining pillar of the resort’s  sustainability journey, blending scientific restoration with purposeful guest engagement. To  date, the initiative has resulted in the planting of 898 coral frames,  supporting approximately 33,000 coral colonies now growing across the restoration sites.  Through coral propagation, reef monitoring, and awareness programs, these efforts continue  to regenerate reef structures while deepening understanding of the essential role coral  ecosystems play in sustaining marine life and protecting coastlines. Each thriving coral frame  reflects a shared dedication to preserving the natural wonders that make the Maldives one of  the world’s most extraordinary marine destinations.

“What makes this partnership special is seeing how small, consistent actions turn into real  change underwater. Watching the relocated corals settle, survive, and begin to grow over the  past year has been incredibly rewarding for us and the guests who return  and witness how they’ve helped restore a living reef,” shares Katelyn, the resort’s Marine  Biologist. 

A defining achievement of the collaboration has been the coral relocation project, which  carefully transferred coral colonies from Ras Malé, also known as the Maldives Eco City, to  the resort’s dedicated restoration site, safeguarding them from potential threats linked to land  reclamation activities in the Fushi Dhiggaru Lagoon. One year on, these corals continue to  flourish beneath the surface, strengthening reef resilience and contributing to the long-term  health of the surrounding ecosystem. 

Adopt a Coral: A Living Connection to the Ocean 

At the heart of the partnership lies the resort’s Adopt a Coral program, part of the Good Travel with Marriott Bonvoy initiative, which encourages guests to travel with intention  through meaningful environmental experiences. Through this hands-on activity, visitors can  adopt and name a coral frame while learning directly from marine experts about coral  ecology and the importance of protecting marine habitats.  

To deepen this connection beyond the stay, guests receive growth updates on their adopted corals every six months, allowing them to follow the progress of their living  contribution to the reef. As these corals grow over time, they become enduring symbols of  renewal and shared responsibility, transforming a holiday memory into a lasting environmental  legacy, and reflecting how travel can positively support local ecosystems and communities.  

“Our island is surrounded by a remarkable marine environment, and protecting it is a  responsibility we take seriously. Our partnership with Reefscapers reflects our belief that  hospitality should go hand in hand with stewardship. Seeing the reef restoration progress over  the past six years, and the involvement of our guests and associates in that journey, makes  this anniversary especially meaningful for all of us,” comments Greg Allan, General Manager  of Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa.  

Through its continued collaboration with Reefscapers, Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa remains dedicated to advancing marine conservation while creating purposeful guest  experiences rooted in sustainability, education, and connection to nature. 

To discover more about the resort’s sustainability initiatives, join the Adopt a Coral program, or plan a stay that supports reef conservation, visit sheratonmaldives.com or contact the  reservations team at Sheraton.Maldives@sheraton.com.