Meeru Maldives Resort Island Releases Statements on Impending Vape Ban and Peak Season Preparations Amid Tropical Storm Warnings
**Meerufenfushi, Maldives – November 14, 2025** – In a series of urgent advisories issued today, Meeru Maldives Resort Island, the iconic all-inclusive haven on the pristine sands of Meerufenfushi in North Malé Atoll, addressed the Maldives government’s crackdown on vaping products and precautionary measures for an approaching tropical disturbance. The statements, disseminated via the resort’s official website, email blasts to booked guests, and social media channels, aim to reassure visitors while outlining compliance protocols and enhanced safety enhancements for the high season.
Resort General Manager Claudia Zennaro led the communications with a primary statement emphasizing guest welfare: “As Meeru Maldives, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental stewardship in our paradise. The upcoming ban on vaping devices aligns with national efforts to protect public health and preserve our coral ecosystems from electronic waste. We kindly remind all guests that possession, use, or importation of vape products will be strictly prohibited effective December 15, 2024, with import restrictions already in place since November 15. Our team is fully prepared to assist with any questions, and alternative relaxation options abound—from our serene Dhoni Bar sunset sessions to Ayurvedic spa rituals at Falhu Spa.” Zennaro’s note, timestamped 9:00 AM local time, included FAQs on disposal of non-compliant items and promotions for nicotine-free wellness packages, such as guided yoga on the overwater decks.
The advisories coincide with the Maldives Meteorological Service’s bulletin on Tropical Depression “Diya,” a nascent system churning 400 kilometers southeast of Malé, projected to skim the atolls by November 16 with gusts up to 40 knots and intermittent squalls. In a supplemental release at noon, Operations Director Ahmed Naeem detailed operational contingencies: “While Meeru remains open and welcoming, we are proactively securing beachfront villas, reinforcing dive center moorings, and stocking emergency supplies. Speedboat transfers from Velana International Airport will proceed as scheduled, with a 55-minute scenic ride across turquoise lagoons, but we advise monitoring updates via our app. Our 286-room property, spanning 32 hectares of white-sand bliss, features two freshwater pools and six dining venues that will maintain full service indoors if needed. Safety is paramount; lifeguards and marine biologists from our Manta Trust center are on high alert to protect both guests and the vibrant reef teeming with manta rays and turtles.”
These pronouncements come amid a banner year for the 49-year-old resort, which welcomed over 50,000 visitors in 2024 despite global travel fluctuations. Reviews on platforms like TripAdvisor glow with praise for the all-inclusive fare—think fresh seafood buffets at Hot Rocks and themed Asian nights at Faru Beach Bar—averaging 4.5 stars. “The staff anticipated our every need; even during a brief shower, cocktails arrived poolside without a hitch,” raved a recent family from Germany. Yet, the vape ban has sparked mixed reactions online, with some honeymooners decrying it as “overreach in paradise” and others applauding the move toward a “cleaner, greener Maldives.”
Environmentally, the statements tie into broader sustainability pledges. Meeru, a pioneer since 1976 as one of the nation’s first resorts, boasts LEED aspirations through solar-powered villas and zero-plastic initiatives. “This ban is a step toward safeguarding our lagoons for generations,” Zennaro added, quoting marine biologist Dr. Aishath Laila: “Vape residues harm phytoplankton, the base of our ocean food chain. Guests can join our reef cleanups to make a direct impact.”
As November ushers in the dry season’s peak—ideal for snorkeling in 28°C waters and stargazing from private overwater bungalows—bookings surge 30% year-over-year. The resort’s four bars pulse with live jazz at Uthuru and fire shows at Kakuni, while à la carte spots like Asian Wok remain complimentary for all-inclusive guests. Naeem concluded optimistically: “Diya may bring a whisper of rain, but it can’t dim Meerufenfushi’s eternal sunshine. We invite you to create memories here, where the only haze is from our world-class mixology, not prohibited puffs.”
For those eyeing a visit, packages start at $450 per night, including transfers and unlimited dives. With the depression expected to weaken, Meeru’s horizon looks as clear as its infinity pools. Travelers, from adventure seekers to serenity chasers, echo the sentiment: In the Maldives’ embrace, disruptions dissolve like sea foam
