Since 2008, when the UN General Assembly passed a resolution designating June 8 as World Oceans Day, the date has reminded those around the globe of the vital significance of the ocean: covering some 70% of the planet, it produces at least 50% of the earths oxygen, is home to most of its biodiversity, and is the main source of protein for more than a billion people worldwide.

With 90% of big fish populations now depleted and 50% of coral reefs destroyed, were taking more from the ocean than can be replenishedstark realities that inform this years theme, The Ocean: Life and Livelihoods, and the UNs reassertion of the commitment necessary to achieve its Sustainable Development Goal 14Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resourcesby 2030.

For the following inimitable resorts, conserving and sustainably using the oceans resources has long been a defining mission. By booking them, youll help directly support the crucial rehabilitation of our imperiled seas.

Baros, Maldives

Baros Maldives has been a pioneer of Indian Ocean coral reef conservation and education since its ... [+] debut in 1973.

Since its opening in 1973, BarosMaldivessituated in the North Mal Atoll, just 25 minutes by speedboat from Mal International Airporthas been a pioneer of Indian Oceancoralreefconservationand education, a passion that manifests today in initiatives to improve the condition and biodiversity of its surrounding reefs. This year, Baros introduced coral cubes to encourage coral regeneration. Living coral fragments are attached with reef-safe glue to the plastic-free, reusable cubes and then placed directly on the reef, with the goal of afforesting areas damaged by crashing waves and weather events.

Guests of Baros Maldives can help preserve the region's fragile biodiversity by installing coral ... [+] cubes on damaged segments of surrounding coral reefs.

Guests of Baros can plant their own coral cubes and learn about the surrounding ecosystem. Baros resident marine biologists carefully monitor the cubes as part of the resorts conservation strategy.

If You Go: Rates at Baros Maldives start from $675 per night in a Deluxe Villa on a B&B basis, excluding taxes. For more information, visitbaros.com.

Miavana by Time + Tide, Madagascar

Nestled on a protected island with a full-time environmental team trained in wildlife monitoring and ... [+] reforestation, Miavana's approach to conservation is truly hands-on.

Surrounded by a pristine reef offering superb snorkeling and diving opportunities as well as turtle, whale, and dolphin watching, fly-fishing, and deep-sea fishing beyond the reef, Miavana by Time + Tideis a private-island hotel located on Nosy Ankao, off the northeast coast of Madagascar. With a conservation heritage dating back to 1950, the sustainability-mindedTime + Tide contributes more than $300,000 annually to community, health, education, andwildlife conservation through its Time + Tide Foundation.

Uniquely positioned on a protected island with a full-time environmental team trained in wildlife monitoring and reforestation, Miavana cultivates a truly hands-on approach to conservation. To date, its efforts include monitoring nesting sea turtles on Nosy Ankao, conducting marine and terrestrial biodiversity surveys, seabird ringing and monitoring, and championing a conservation program for crowned lemurs, an endangered species endemic to Madagascar.

If You Go:MavrosSafaris offers journeys to Madagascar from $11,384 per person based on two guests sharing, which includes three nights atMiavana, roundtriphelicopter transfers from Nosy Be, all meals,butler, selected premium wines, top-shelf spirits and bar drinks, laundry, conservation fees,selectshared activities, and roundtrip international flights to Nosy Be.

Islas Secas, Panama

Separated from mainland Panama by 20 miles of pristine ocean, Islas Secas offers guests an idyllic, ... [+] conservation-driven adventure.

Located in the Gulf of Chiriqu,theprivatelyownedIslasSecasseparated from mainland Panama by 20 miles of pristine seais an unrivaled destination for a marine-focused adventure with conservation at the fore. One of Central Americas best-kept secrets, the virtually untouched regionis home to sprawling coral reefs off PanamasruggedPacific coast, pristine beaches, and two vast, protected marine parks teeming with a plethora of underwater fauna and flora.

Designed to exist in seamless harmony with its surroundings, Islas Secas is designated an environmentally preserved protected area under Panamanian law. The privately funded Islas Secas Foundation also partners with conservation organizations to support efforts ranging from mangrove restoration to marine area protection, as well as environmental education in Chiriqu.

If You Go:RatesatIslasSecasstart from $1,500 per Casita, per night on an all-inclusive basis, including all F&B, select activities on and off-island, and road and boat transfers between the city of David Airport andIslasSecas.For more information, visitislassecas.com.

BawahReserve, Indonesia

Indonesia's Bawah Reserve is located in one of the world's most biodiverse marine environments.

An under-the-radar group of six tropical islands in Indonesia's Anambas Archipelago, BawahReserve's protected lagoons and powder-white sandsoffer guests the opportunity to explore this remote paradise while contributing to protecting its future.A pioneer ineco-friendly practices and all-encompassing marine and forest conservation, the plastic-free resort is certified by WWF Signing Blue program (an Indonesia-based WWF conservation initiative) as a five-star destination for responsible marine tourismthe first resort in Indonesia to receive this distinction.

To help protect Bawahs surrounding seas, thereservelaunched theAnambasFoundationin 2018, an independent charity whose goal is to improve the overallecosystem. The foundation works alongside local communities to educate residents about ways to combat the negative impacts of fishing and waste management.In 2020,thefoundation launched new initiatives for mangrove conservation and integrated waste management (IWM) on the surroundingAnambasIslands. Guests can also spend time with Bawahs expert marine biologists who educate during snorkeling trips and kayaking adventures.

If You Go:Rates at Bawah Reserve start from $1,980 per night for two people on a full board basis including daily spa treatments, laundry, in-room minibar, a host of land and water-based activities. For more information visitbawahreserve.com.

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