This World Wellness Weekend 2026, ELE|NA celebrates the achievement of all nine of its Maldives sanctuaries, each recognised as a Wellness Champion for their commitment to bringing meaningful wellness experiences to guests.

World Wellness Weekend is a global movement designed to inspire people to prioritise their wellbeing through the Five Ways to Wellbeing: Sleep & Creativity, Nutrition & Nourishment, Movement & Vitality, Sense of Meaning & Purpose, and Connection & Community. Celebrating its 10th edition in 2026, the initiative takes place annually on the third weekend of September, bringing together wellness destinations, hospitality groups, fitness communities and organisations around the world to create experiences that encourage people to live healthier, happier and more connected lives. In 2026, the movement will come to life through more than 15,000 events across 190 countries, with 47 wellness activities taking place across the Maldives.

Nine sanctuaries. Nine Wellness Champions.

For ELE|NA, achieving Wellness Champion Status across 100% of its Maldives portfolio is a reflection of a shared philosophy embedded across its sanctuaries and teams. Champions are recognised for their ability to activate wellness, engage their communities and encourage positive, sustainable wellbeing practices, demonstrating that wellness is not a once-a-year initiative, but an ongoing commitment.

A Weekend to Move, Restore & Reconnect

Guests across ELE|NA’s sanctuaries will be invited to explore wellness through sunrise yoga, meditation, breathwork, sound healing, herbal tea ceremonies, aqua fitness and Pilates, alongside hands-on natural wellness workshops including coconut oil and scrub making, natural hair masks and massage, creating meaningful opportunities to pause, restore and reconnect.

Through its participation in World Wellness Weekend, ELE|NA’s sanctuaries will bring this philosophy to life across the Maldives, creating opportunities for guests to explore different dimensions of wellbeing and discover practices they can carry with them long after their stay.

ELE|NA is a global spa and wellness management company dedicated to redefining personal well-being through tailored, immersive experiences. Operating in the Maldives and India, ELE|NA blends traditional healing practices, contemporary therapies, and wellness science to craft journeys as unique as each individual. Beyond exceptional spa and wellness experiences, ELE|NA provides expert management solutions for resorts and properties, helping them deliver personalized, elevated wellness offerings. Guided by the philosophy of Wellness Your Way™, ELE|NA empowers both guests and partners to discover their own path to vitality, balance, and inner harmony.

At Gili Lankanfushi Maldives wellbeing is a deeply personal journey. This season, the award-winning eco-luxury resort is enriching that journey with the arrival of two exceptional specialists, each bringing a unique approach to helping guests reconnect with themselves through movement, mindfulness and transformative experiences.

Joining the resort as Resident Tennis Pro, Nikola Vučković offers bespoke tennis lessons tailored to players of all ages and abilities. With more than 15 years of international coaching experience, Nikola combines technical expertise, tactical insight and personalised guidance to help guests build confidence and elevate their game. His distinguished career includes coaching players to success at European Championships, ITF tournaments and national-level competitions. In partnership with Tipsarevic Luxury Tennis, the personalised lessons cater to all skill levels, providing professional instruction and expert guidance to help guests improve their technique, develop their confidence and enhance their overall game. Whether stepping onto the court for the first time or refining advanced skills, guests can enjoy a rewarding and engaging tennis experience in a relaxed island setting.

Complementing the resort’s active lifestyle experiences is Dr Aradhana, a visiting wellness practitioner in residence until the end of September. With more than a decade of experience in holistic wellbeing, she offers a nurturing and personalised approach designed to help guests restore balance between the body, mind and emotions. Through bespoke therapies and immersive wellness sessions, Dr Aradhana creates a supportive space for relaxation, self-discovery and renewal, encouraging guests to reconnect with themselves and cultivate a deeper sense of wellbeing that extends beyond their stay.

Guests can also take part in E-Motion Flow: Moving Body to Release Emotions, a complimentary wellness session led by Aradhana that combines movement and breathwork to support emotional release, inner balance and overall wellbeing.

Together, these experiences reflect Gili Lankanfushi’s belief that luxury travel should nourish both body and soul. Whether discovering the joy of tennis, embracing holistic wellness practices or simply taking time to reconnect with oneself, guests are invited to embark on a journey that is as restorative as it is inspiring.

By bringing together experts from the worlds of sport and wellness, Gili Lankanfushi continues to create meaningful experiences that encourage guests to return home feeling refreshed, empowered and renewed.

The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort invites guests to reconnect with their well-being during World Wellness Weekend, taking place from September 18 to 20, 2026. Guided by Westin’s signature wellness pillars—Move Well, Eat Well and Sleep Well—the three-day program brings together energising fitness activities, mindful movement, nourishing workshops and restorative experiences amid the naturally inspiring surroundings of the Maldives.

The weekend begins on Friday morning with a guided Sunrise Walk along a scenic island route, encouraging guests to start the day with purposeful movement while discovering the benefits of walking for physical and mental well-being. Guests can continue moving with Water Volleyball at the Main Pool before turning their attention to mindful nourishment during the Wellness Food & Drink Workshop at Green Delight. The interactive session will introduce practical ways to prepare nourishing food and refreshing beverages, along with simple nutritional insights that guests can incorporate into their daily routines.

Friday afternoon brings a playful change of pace with Fun Games, giving guests an opportunity to connect, compete, and create memorable moments together. The day concludes with Sunset Yoga at Sunset Beach, where a calming guided flow will be complemented by refreshing wellness drinks and wholesome energy bites.

On Saturday, the program begins with Sunrise Yoga at the Yoga Pavilion, followed by an uplifting Aqua Fit session at the Main Pool, an approachable and refreshing way to improve mobility, strength, and cardiovascular fitness. The day ends with a restorative Yoga Nidra session at the Yoga Pavilion. Often referred to as “yogic sleep,” this deeply relaxing guided practice is designed to calm the nervous system, release mental tension, and prepare guests for a more restful night.

Sunday opens with Beach Fitness before heading to the shoreline for an energising full-body workout. Guests can then return to the water for another friendly Water Volleyball session. As evening approaches, a guided Run & Stretch experience invites participants to explore the benefits of regular movement while learning more about calorie expenditure and physical well-being.

The weekend concludes at Heavenly Spa by Westin with a DIY Body Scrub Workshop, where guests can create a personalised scrub infused with lavender essential oil. Inspired by Westin’s Sleep Well pillar, the soothing workshop provides a fitting final ritual of relaxation, restoration and renewal.

Participation in World Wellness Weekend activities is open to all resort guests, with advance registration recommended. Throughout the week, guests can also enjoy a special offer at Heavenly Spa by Westin: a 50-minute Relaxing Balinese Massage for USD 100 per person.

Set within the Maldives’ first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort offers a naturally restorative setting where guests can experience well-being at their own pace. With 69 spacious beach and overwater villas, rejuvenating treatments at Heavenly Spa by Westin, thoughtful dining experiences, and comprehensive fitness facilities, the resort brings Westin’s holistic approach to well-being in one of the Maldives’ most remarkable island destinations.

For more information, visit westin-maldives.com.