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Maldives.net.mv – Kurumba Maldives boasts nine categories of accommodation, which incorporate state-of-the-art facilities and a fresh warm design. These range from the Superior and Deluxe Rooms, to the Deluxe and Beachfront Bungalows, then to the Kurumba Pool villas collection, which composes of the Garden Pool Villa, Private Villa with Jacuzzi, Deluxe Pool Villa and the Presidential Pool Villa.

The largest and most extravagant villa on the island is the Royal Kurumba Residence, offering a spacious 768 sq meters.

The Royal Residence is a two-bedroom suite with two private swimming pools and a spacious sundeck overlooking the beach. The entrance is through a courtyard over a bridge spanning an ornamental pool with two thatched pavilions.

The patio gives access to a foyer and large lounge with a common dining room. On either side of the foyer opens to the two wings of the Royal Residence. Each wing comprises of a bedroom with a king-sized, verandah onto the beach and a large luxurious bathroom leading to a private courtyard with a swimming pool-jacuzzi, outdoor shower and a gazebo with a king-sized daybed.

Just when you think its luxury goes unmatched, it has further improved itself with modern new fabrics, contemporary furniture and artworks, through a recent improvement program.

The Royal Kurumba Residence is ideal for families and guests who are seeking a pool villa experience with personal privacy and spacious surroundings.

Fathimath Maniku, Executive Director at Kurumba Maldives, commented: “we are very pleased with the fresh new look of the Royal Kurumba Residence. Our very intention is to ensure that the guests’ experience while at the resort, is a memorable one and what more than to experience this grand palatial room in style with impeccable touches”.

The Royal Kurumba Residence is part of the Kurumba Pool Villas collection. The Royal Residence benefits include daily premium breakfast in Ocean Grill featuring free flow of champagne, freshly squeezed juices and an à la carte menu, set beachside. Guests of this palatial villa also enjoy daily afternoon cocktails in the Beach Bar and 24-hour on-call Butler service.

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Baros Maldives to showcase sustainable dining for Earth Day

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Baros Maldives is set to host a curated Earth Day experience titled Earth Day in Bloom on 22 April 2026, offering guests an evening programme centred on sustainability, nature and locally sourced ingredients.

The event will begin at 6:30pm at the resort’s Chef’s Garden, where guests will be welcomed with a Garden Spritz before taking part in a guided tour of the garden. The tour will introduce participants to local herbs and island-grown produce cultivated on the property.

As part of the programme, guests will be invited to plant their own herb, contributing to the garden while engaging in an activity aligned with environmental awareness. The experience will continue with a garden dinner starting at 7pm, featuring a menu designed around fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from the island.

An optional pairing of organic wines will also be available, providing an additional element to the dining experience.

The event is priced at USD 175 per person, excluding applicable service charge and taxes. Reservations can be made through the resort’s butler service.

The initiative reflects Baros Maldives’ focus on sustainability-led guest experiences, integrating environmental awareness with culinary offerings and on-island activities.

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Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives earns TUI Global Hotel Award recognition

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Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives has been recognised as a Quality Winner at the TUI Global Hotel Awards 2026, an accolade based on guest feedback from travellers worldwide. The recognition reflects the resort’s delivery of guest experiences shaped by service standards, facilities and alignment with evolving traveller preferences.

Located in North Malé Atoll, Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives offers a range of accommodation options, with more than 140 units including overwater suites, beach bungalows and duplex garden bungalows. The resort is designed to accommodate couples, families and groups.

The resort features seven dining venues offering a mix of international and local cuisine. Tex Mex serves Mexican and Spanish-inspired dishes, while Dalchini offers an Indian à la carte menu available for lunch and dinner. Raalhu Bar provides a setting for evening refreshments, with views of the sunset.

Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives is also known for Pasta Point, a surf break recognised for its left-hand waves. The resort attracts surfers from international markets who travel to access the location. Surf operations at Pasta Point are managed by Atoll Adventures, with bookings handled through Atoll Travel to ensure a structured approach to surf access.

The TUI Global Hotel Awards are determined by guest reviews, making the recognition an indicator of guest satisfaction. The resort’s inclusion as a Quality Winner reflects its performance in meeting guest expectations within the Maldives tourism sector.

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Sirru Fen Fushi showcases mixology collaboration during Easter programme

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Sirru Fen Fushi Private Lagoon Resort hosted a two-day Behind the Bar experience as part of its Easter programme, bringing together contemporary mixology and craft-led guest experiences.

The event featured collaborations with Modernhaus, led by Bar Manager Upay Aldi, and The Cocktail Club, represented by Co-Founder Mirwansyah Bule, both from Indonesia. Over two evenings, guests were invited to engage with the bartenders’ techniques, flavour profiles and creative processes, with Modernhaus recognised among Asia’s 50 Best Bars.

The programme included a curated selection of cocktails prepared using ingredients such as cempaka-infused whisky, hibiscus ginger maple, wasabi spirit, jasmine peach, coconut chai milk, salted tamarind, yuzu whey, salted fino sherry, sake gomme, guava vodka, Thai tea liqueur and malic. The offerings reflected a combination of tropical elements and contemporary mixology methods.

The first evening took place at Kata, the resort’s Japanese-fusion restaurant, where the experience was set against sunset views over the lagoon. The second evening was held at Raha Market in a beachside setting, offering a more informal atmosphere while maintaining the focus on crafted cocktails.

The event formed part of Sirru Fen Fushi’s ongoing programming, which centres on curated guest experiences and collaborations with international talent in food and beverage.

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