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Jumeirah Dhevanafushi launches ‘Island Wellness Retreat’

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Maldives.net.mv – Jumeirah Dhevanafushi, situated in an idyllic and secluded location at the southernmost tip of the Maldives, has unveiled the ‘Island Wellness Retreat’ to help guests escape the frenzy of modern life this New Year.

The four- or seven-night wellness retreat offers guests the chance to unwind and rejuvenate in paradise. On arrival to this secret hideaway in the heart of the Indian Ocean, each guest will receive a relaxing foot-massage, a couple’s detox body wrap and body scrub.

Guests will then be introduced to the award-winning Talise Spa with a consultation to discuss treatments and a personalised programme with their therapists and butler. Each day also begins with a hearty but healthy breakfast in the restaurant that overlooks the stunning Indian Ocean.

Fitness fanatics can make the most of a personal fitness session, boot camp and other daily fitness classes. For those looking to focus on mind and body, daily yoga and pilates classes are offered with the island’s qualified instructor. Each session is tailored to the individual and is available for guests of all fitness levels.

Every villa on the island has a private pool and day bed, so guests can soak up the sun and de-stress in private. Snorkelling equipment is provided free of charge so guests can explore the vibrant underwater coral gardens famed for their abundance of fish and turtles. The main island also features an over-water gym and the resort’s expert personal trainer is qualified in tabata bootcamp, zumba, aqua aerobics, kickboxing and pilates.

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InterContinental Maldives marks World Wellness Weekend with curated experiences, new spa partnership

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InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort invites guests to embrace a journey of wellbeing during World Wellness Weekend, taking place from 19 to 21 September 2025. Over three days, the resort will host a series of revitalising activities designed to awaken energy, restore balance, and nurture the spirit, set against the serene backdrop of Maamunagau Island.

The celebration begins on Friday, 19 September, with a Morning Fun Run, a Healthy Breakfast Selection, and Meditation & Sound Healing at the Yoga Pavilion.

On Saturday, 20 September, guests can start the day with Power Yoga, cool off with Aqua Aerobics at the Main Pool, and end the day with a spirited beach Volleyball Match in the evening.

The weekend concludes on Sunday, 21 September, with Sunrise Yoga, followed by Yoga Nidra for Sleep Enhancement, leaving guests feeling restored and rebalanced as the celebrations come to a close.

In conjunction with World Wellness Weekend, AVI Spa proudly introduces its new partnership with The Organic Pharmacy, a renowned London-based brand celebrated for its homeopathic principles and high-performing natural formulations. Known for blending science with botanicals, The Organic Pharmacy brings a new dimension of holistic care to the AVI Spa menu, elevating the guest journey through treatments that are as nurturing as they are effective.

“Our goal is to create a space where wellness is not just an activity, but an experience that resonates long after our guests leave the island,” says Jean Claire, Spa & Wellness Manager at InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort. “Partnering with The Organic Pharmacy allows us to further enrich this journey with treatments rooted in both science and nature.”

InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort is an exclusive destination getaway offering a unique opportunity for those looking to unwind and reconnect in an enviable island setting, where exclusive privileges go hand in hand with the personal touch of our signature service at InterContinental Hotels & Resorts’ first and only all-Club InterContinental resort. Located in the Raa Atoll; 35 minutes by seaplane from the Velana International Airport, InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort is an award-winning island escape offering beach, lagoon and overwater villas and residences with up to three bedrooms. Curated dining and wellness experiences, an extensive kids’ club, as well as The Retreat, an adult-only enclave, along with a myriad of recreational adventures for families and couples alike are also available.

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Wellness in Pink: Milaidhoo Maldives supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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This October, Milaidhoo Maldives will mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Wellness in Pink — a curated series of experiences designed to encourage guests to slow down, reconnect, and explore the deeper dimensions of wellbeing.

Rooted in the island’s philosophy of mindful, barefoot living, the programme reflects Milaidhoo’s approach to quiet luxury and personal wellness. Each experience has been designed to restore the body and nourish the soul, creating opportunities for reflection and reconnection.

Set within the tranquil surroundings of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in Baa Atoll, Wellness in Pink invites guests to pause, breathe, and share stories — both lived and unfolding.

Signature Experiences:

  • Sunset Serenity: A Couple’s Wellness Ritual: A 90-minute ritual held on the open-air deck of a private villa. The session begins with a calming full-body massage, followed by a refreshing facial, and concludes with a glass of chilled sparkling rosé. USD 380++ per couple | Advance reservation required
  • Rose Renewal Ritual: Special Edition: A 120-minute treatment created to support emotional balance and inner strength. The ritual combines an aromatherapy massage with rose essential oil, a rose quartz facial massage, and a grounding foot massage to restore energy flow. USD 240++ per person

On 23 October, guests may take part in a Zumba for Awareness session — a lively group activity celebrating vitality and community spirit.

On 24 October, The Pink Care Routine will be held at Milaidhoo’s overwater yoga pavilion. This guided session combines self-massage techniques, somatic body awareness, and breast health education, offering space for learning and gentle empowerment.

Milaidhoo emphasises that wellbeing is not a checklist but a feeling — of being cared for, of being seen, and of returning to oneself. Through Wellness in Pink, the resort seeks to honour those touched by breast cancer and to create space for healing in all its forms.

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Angsana Velavaru weaves wellbeing into World Wellness Weekend celebrations

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Angsana Velavaru is marking World Wellness Weekend with a series of holistic activities designed to support physical and mental wellbeing. From 19 to 21 September, the resort is hosting three days of complimentary sessions led by its in-house yoga instructor.

Each morning begins with aqua aerobics at the Kuredhi Pool, combining gentle resistance and the movement of water to awaken the body. On 20 September, attention shifts to an evening sunset yoga session, guiding participants through a flow of movement and breath as the sun sets over the island. The programme concludes on 21 September with sunrise yoga on the beach, a practice blending pranayama and ashtanga elements in the calm of dawn.

The resort’s wellness approach extends beyond the weekend, with a range of treatments available at the award-winning Angsana Spa. Therapists draw upon traditional Asian techniques to restore balance and energy, offering treatments such as body polishes, facials, and holistic massages with natural ingredients. Guests may also take part in personalised wellness rituals designed to nurture both body and mind.

Located in South Nilandhe Atoll, Angsana Velavaru integrates wellbeing into the island experience. From yoga and spa therapies to the tranquil pace of island life, the resort provides an environment where health and renewal are at the centre of the guest experience.

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