Taz Skylar, star of the record-breaking Netflix series “One Piece,” has been appointed as a global ambassador for Visit Maldives Corporation. Skylar, who plays the role of Sanji, the artistic cook of the Straw Hat Pirates in “One Piece,” will be active in promoting the Maldives’ natural beauty, cultural richness, sustainable tourism, and especially adventure tourism opportunities during his ambassadorship, according to Visit Maldives.
Netflix’s “One Piece” has achieved unprecedented success on the streaming platform. Upon its release, the series became the most-watched show in 84 countries, breaking previous records set by “Wednesday” and “Stranger Things.” The series has been praised by critics and fans as one of the best live-action anime adaptations to date. Skylar, with over 1.8 million followers on Instagram, receives an average of 45,000 likes and more than 300 comments per post. With such influence, Visit Maldives states that there will be an opportunity to showcase the Maldives’ natural beauty, Maldivian traditions, and the country’s culinary and adventure tourism stories to international audiences with authenticity and enthusiasm.
Visit Maldives announced that Skylar will visit the Maldives from the 27th of this month until September 15th. During his trip, he will engage in numerous activities to promote the Maldives. The Visit Maldives Global Ambassadorship Program is designed to promote the Maldives to various categories of international audiences. The program aims to make the Maldives one of the most talked-about destinations among international influencers, open new doors for the destination, and showcase the Maldives’ world-class tourism, Maldivian cultural experiences, and lifestyle through the personal experiences of these personalities, leveraging the marketing influence of famous personalities.
