13 Jan 2015
Kurumba, Maldives are excited to announce that over the past five months, they have been training Miss Aishath Rizuna “Rizu”, Maldives' first female boat Captain.
Rizu was born and raised in Funadhoo, Shariyani Atoll. Her father, a fisherman, taught her how to swim, snorkel and fish in a traditional Dhoni boat. At the age of four, he taught her how to drive a small boat, and by the time she was a teenager she was selling small boats in the lagoon of Funadhoo.
Rizu started working at Kurumba, Maldives in November 2011 as a Kids Club Attendant. In November 2012 she was promoted to Supervisor in Majaa Recreation. Whilst she will continue her role her additional skills will be used in the future when guests are looking for an all-female crew.
In her new role as Captain, Rizu joins a force of twelve male captains working at Kurumba, all of whom gave incredible support, providing all the necessary help needed for her practical training as well as her theory course.
Mohamed Shameem, Fleet Manager of Kurumba, Maldives commented: “Rizu is a very energetic individual and has always been very keen to become a boat captain. I can see that she has a bright future in the maritime field.”
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Notes to Editor
Kurumba, Maldives:
Kurumba, Maldives is set on a tropical island in the North Male' Atoll, conveniently situated a brief ten minute speedboat ride from the airport. Dotted with coconut trees that are the island's namesake, Kurumba was the first private island resort in the Maldives. Beautiful gardens, palm fringed white sandy beaches and a vibrant house reef is the hallmarks of this classic Maldivian resort.
The resort offers an array of nine styles of accommodation, ranging from comfortable Superior rooms to the spacious Royal Residence, spread amongst the island's lush tropical gardens with easy access to the beach. With eight different restaurants to choose from Kurumba Maldives will charm you with its unparalleled choice of dining experience and a wide range of recreation activities and entertainment. All while maintaining idyllic refuges and quiet spaces of relaxation to create the perfect balance for a holiday in paradise, perfect for honeymooners and family alike.
Kurumba – From £1,399 per person
Kuoni (01306 747008 or www.kuoni.co.uk) offers 10 nights in a Superior Room, with breakfast, at the 5-star Kurumba, Maldives. Departing from London Heathrow on Etihad Airways on the 13, 20, 27 May & 3, 10, 24 June 2015 from £1,399 per person, which includes a saving of up to £824 per couple. To book please quote tour ref: IO0020.
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