Uepi Island Resort, Marovo Lagoon
Sustainability
Jill and Grant have been a part of Uepi since the 1980's. Originally, as shareholders, they have participated in the management of the resort as relief staff, and have made Uepi their permanent home since 1999. Along with their local staff, they continue to welcome guests with much enthusiasm.
Caring for destination
This accommodation provider has taken action to address one or more issues (whether environmental, social or cultural) which will contribute positively to the long term viability of the destination and hence their site displays a Caring for the destination rating.
Main area of focus in Caring for the Destination:
Uepi is involved with the local community contributing to social, cultural, physical environment issues and contributing to natural environment conservation.
Detailed description of the Caring for the Destination Initiative:
Jill and Grant Kelly have been involved with Uepi for the past 30 years and have been managing the resort since 2000. Uepi staff are heavily involved with the local community, proving jobs, purchasing food and other supplies locally and also protecting the pristine environment. This includes ongoing assesments of reef and fish stocks.
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