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Maldives celebrates best at World Luxury Hotel Awards 2013

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LHAMaldives.net.mv – On the 1st of November the red-carpet was once again rolled out by the World Luxury Hotel Awards to welcome some of the world’s top hoteliers & leading decision-makers. The spotlight was turned on some of the world’s most sought after hotels, lodges and resorts as they arrived in great anticipation to pick-up their recognition as the winning results were revealed at the annual “glitzy affair”. Once again Maldives was triumphant by winning some of the top awards including overall winner of the night.

Covered by France24 the World Luxury Hotel Award’s official media partner, the event included a 6 course gala dinner followed by top entertainment and presentation of coveted Awards.

Our belief is that service excellence is the most critical factor in a hotel’s measure as a luxury hotel and winning a World Luxury Hotel Award would enhance performance levels if industry peers can be judged against other major players in the field. We can always be inspired to greater levels of excellence meaning exceeding customer’s expectations and paying attention to detail, said Marinique de Wet Director of the World Luxury Hotel Awards.

World Luxury Hotel Awards events offer hoteliers with a unique opportunity to savour and celebrate their achievements of the past year with their industry peers.

The World Luxury Hotel Awards was established in 2006 to recognize the worldwide luxury hotel industry and legendary hotels with respect to overall service excellence. Award winners raised the bar of service delivery within the industry ever since as some of the world’s top hotels including brands such as Swissôtel, InterContinental, Hilton, Kempinski, Anantara & Mövenpick Hotels compete annually to receive top honours. Over 1,000 hotels from 87 countries were nominated to participate in the world’s most prestigious Awards initiative for luxury hotels in 2013.

The World Luxury Hotel Awards is positioned as the pinnacle of achievement for luxury hotels worldwide. The Awards account for 50 categories in the luxury hotel industry and include amongst others Luxury Private Island Resorts, Casino Hotels, City Hotels, and Lodges.

Winners are purely judged on service delivery and effective management voted for by International tour operators, travel agents and hotel guests who get the opportunity to cast their valuable votes annually, making the process fair and unbiased.

“The 2013 voting poll proved to yield a record number of votes which have been scrupulously monitored and we are truly proud to reveal those properties that have seen challenges in 2012 as opportunities.”

We believe that World Luxury Hotel Awards category winners would serve as an inspiration to nominees and other luxury properties on the global front to raise their levels of service delivery in order to feel comfortable in competing on an international level and to set a benchmark for themselves.

Growing numbers of discerning travellers around the globe are seeking excellence value, impeccable service and the highest quality these days and are now making a point of checking to see who has won a World Luxury Hotel Award before making their own travel choices. The Ultimate Hotel Guide featuring 2013 Award winners has become increasingly popular amongst travel agents & tour operators that utilized it for global reservations, the 7th Edition of this luxury guide was revealed at the Gala Ceremony recently.

Participation in the World Luxury hotel Awards encourages exclusivity and uniqueness, critical indicators that truly define a luxury hotel.

The Awards also aim to encourage sustainable competitiveness in order to build staff moral & create maximum awareness within the luxury hotel industry, De Wet, Director of the WLHA added.

Hotels where recognized on a country, continent and global basis and Awards were presented to hotels and hotel groups from Australia to Zambia complimenting leading hotel groups.

Leading partners to the 2013 Gala Ceremony included Qatar Airlines and Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau. With great enthusiasm Coco Privé Kuda Hithi Island, Maldives was announced the 2013 World Luxury Hotel Awards overall winner and the Award was presented to Mr Ahmed Shabeer, Managing Director & Chairman of Coco Collection. Congratulations!

Global winners

  • Coco Privé Kuda Hithi Island      Luxury Private Island Resort
  • Constance Halaveli Maldives      Luxury Island Resort
  • Royal Island Resort & Spa             Luxury Romantic Hotel

Continental winner – Indian Ocean

  • Coco Bodu Hithi                               Luxury Villa Resort
  • Hulhule Island Hotel                     Luxury Airport Hotel
  • Island Hideaway,                             Luxury Boutique Hotel
  • Paradise Island Resort & Spa       Luxury Hotel & Conference Centre

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Valentine’s Day specials at Fushifaru Maldives

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This Valentine’s, Fushifaru Maldives invites couples to celebrate the season of love with a range of unforgettable promotions designed to create romantic memories in the idyllic setting of the Maldives. From enchanting baths and exquisite dining to rejuvenating spa rituals and more, the resort offers a couples’ escape like no other.

Guests can transform their private villas into sanctuaries of love with indulgent experiences, including romantic, milk-infused bubble baths and special bath bombs. For a truly grand gesture, private pools can be turned into romantic oases adorned with floating flower petals.

In terms of dining, guests can begin the day with a floating breakfast served in their villa or enjoy a champagne breakfast on the beach. Throughout the day, they can savour tapas and indulge in a romantic Valentine’s dinner on the sandbank, perfect for creating unforgettable moments. In the evening, celebrations continue with a Masquerade Disco Party, where guests can dance the night away under the stars.

For the ultimate Valentine’s Day indulgence, Heylhi Spa offers luxurious treatments featuring ILA Skincare. Guests can choose from individual or couple’s packages, which include a Pink Himalayan foot-bath ritual, a Prana vitality massage, and a crystal healing rose quartz facial. Each experience is designed to nourish the body, mind, and soul.

Whether seeking intimate moments of tranquility, delightful culinary experiences, or rejuvenating spa treatments, visitors to Fushifaru Maldives will find everything needed to make this Valentine’s Day truly extraordinary. With its breathtaking scenery and unparalleled hospitality, the resort provides the perfect setting for love to flourish.

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Wickedly romantic getaway at Pullman Maldives Maamutaa

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This Valentine’s Day, Pullman Maldives Maamutaa presents a captivatingly dark and playful celebration with its extraordinary ‘Wicked Romance’ experience. Inspired by the intrigue of mystery, mischief, and unrestrained passion, the resort is transforming its island paradise into an immersive world where romance embraces the unexpected.

Under the enchanting Maldivian night sky, guests are invited to indulge in a beachfront dining experience designed to tantalise the senses. The Spellbound Sunset Experience offers a private Sunken Beach Dinner, where flickering candlelight illuminates an exquisite multi-course menu as diners sink their toes into the cool sand. For those drawn to the rhythmic lull of the ocean, Romance Written in the Stars presents a beachfront dinner, pairing a gourmet feast with Rose Champagne beneath a canopy of stars.

For an intimate morning indulgence, couples can begin their day with the Floating Beyond Gravity breakfast, a luxurious spread served on the tranquil waters of a private pool, accompanied by a bottle of bubbly. For the ultimate romantic retreat, Lagoon Love Spell sets the mood with a dreamy rose bubble bath, complete with a bottle of sparkling wine and decadent chocolate-coated strawberries, allowing couples to sink into bliss and toast to love amidst the magic of the Maldives.

For those seeking a deeper connection, the resort’s ‘How Deep Is Your Love’ dive experience invites couples to explore the wonders of the underwater world. Hand in hand, they can glide through crystal-clear depths, surrounded by vibrant marine life, creating an unforgettable love story beneath the waves. This experience includes two guided dives during their stay, with breathtaking underwater photos and videos capturing the adventure. A cinematic social media reel and a longer keepsake video ensure that these moments can be relived time and again.

The resort elevates romance with three luxurious spa experiences designed for couples to unwind, reconnect, and surrender to pure relaxation.

The Born for You package provides a 90-minute couple’s massage infused with warm oils, followed by a rose-infused bubble bath, creating a serene escape where love lingers in the air.

For those who appreciate self-care, the Grow Old with You package offers a 45-minute couple’s massage, followed by a gentleman’s manicure and a deep-conditioning hair treatment for the ladies, celebrating love as a lifelong journey of care and connection.

The Through the Years experience is the ultimate full-body renewal, beginning with a 60-minute couple’s massage, followed by a 45-minute body exfoliation or wrap, a refreshing cucumber mask, and a rejuvenating steam session—designed to leave guests feeling completely restored.

Love at Pullman Maldives Maamutaa extends beyond couples, as young romantics are invited to join the festivities. At the ‘Sugar & Spells and Heartful Creations’ session, children can participate in decorating heart-shaped pizzas, frosting cupcakes with love, and baking heart-shaped cookies. Meanwhile, parents can take a quiet moment to enjoy a sunset champagne toast.

For those seeking a transformative experience, the Valentine Wellness Retreat offers a journey of restoration and connection. Couples can immerse themselves in a sound healing session, followed by a nourishing breakfast at Sol Rising. A 60-minute couple’s massage melts away tension before an in-villa wellness dining experience provides a feast of indulgence. The retreat concludes with a floating yoga ritual at dawn, where two souls move in harmony as the ocean sways beneath them.

For those desiring unapologetic indulgence, the Underwater Aqua Villa Offer provides a lavish escape. An intimate in-villa dining dinner sets the stage for romance, followed by a rose-petal bubble bath. Mornings begin with a floating breakfast in a private pool, leading to further relaxation with a couple’s massage at the Pullman Spa. To complete the experience, a private yoga session ensures a feeling of total tranquility—because at Pullman, love is always a little wicked.

Whether it’s a moonlit beachfront dinner, a rejuvenating afternoon at the spa, or an exhilarating underwater adventure, Pullman Maldives Maamutaa invites guests to embrace a uniquely passionate escape. After all, love should never be predictable—Wickedly Yours, Today and Always!

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Game, set, match: ultimate active escape at Ellaidhoo Maldives

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For many travellers, a visit to the Maldives evokes images of overwater villas, blue skies, and crystal-clear waters filled with marine life. However, at Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon, the island experience extends beyond the shoreline, encouraging guests to embrace their competitive spirit and remain active in paradise. The resort offers an extensive range of facilities, including two badminton courts, a tennis court, a squash court, a volleyball court, and a playground. Additionally, visitors can enjoy table tennis, exercise in the fully equipped gym, or engage in a friendly match by the ocean breeze.

A day at the resort can begin with an energising workout in the gym, followed by a spirited match on the tennis court. As the afternoon heat intensifies, guests have the opportunity to cool off with a snorke;ling excursion at one of the world’s most renowned reefs or unwind with a rejuvenating spa session at the Chavana Spa, operated by the prestigious Mandara Spa. In the evening, another chance for sport presents itself—perhaps a thrilling game of badminton under the resort’s lights, concluding with a beachside cocktail at the Iruohsenee Bar as the sun sets on the horizon.

For those seeking an added element of excitement during their stay, Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon offers a unique challenge—how many different sports can be tried in a single visit? From racket sports to beach volleyball, guests can curate their own mini-tournament, competing against fellow travellers or family members in a friendly contest. With every activity accompanied by breathtaking ocean views and exceptional hospitality, this challenge promises a truly unparalleled experience.

While the Maldives has long been celebrated for its water sports, land-based activities also play an integral role in island culture, with locals frequently participating in traditional games, football, and volleyball. Resort Manager Hassan Shihab, a passionate advocate for sports and fitness, emphasises the resort’s distinctive approach to active living, “Sports and wellness are deeply ingrained in Maldivian culture, and a great holiday is about finding the perfect balance between adventure and relaxation. At Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon, we provide the ideal space for guests to enjoy the best of both worlds. We believe that movement is key to a fulfilling escape, and our island offers the perfect setting to stay active while immersing in the beauty of the Maldives.”

Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon is a destination where guests can experience both the wonders of the ocean and the thrill of competition. With every match played against the backdrop of crashing waves, sports become an integral part of an unforgettable Maldivian adventure. Game, set, match—an active island escape awaits at Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon.

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