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Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa, Maldives partners with Jody Shield for an exclusive ten day residency

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Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa, in the Maldives, has partnered with Jody Shield, London’s most sought after motivational speaker, meditation guide, author and intuitive therapist from 12 to 22 April 2017 to create an exclusive wellness journey encouraging guests to process the past, be more present and create a life they love within this paradisiacal backdrop.

With its untouched natural environment encouraging a deep connection with the elements, the island of Villingili is the perfect place for a spiritual retreat, and in turn, a reconnection to the self. Located in the Maldives’ southernmost atoll, with only the gentle crashing of the waves of the Indian Ocean to be heard, Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa is the quintessential island retreat for guests to rejuvenate and escape the stresses of modern day life. Combining the resort’s complete seclusion and world-class service with Jody’s expertise will ensure the resort is unparalleled in its ability to de-stress and de-toxify its guests from their modern woes.

Surrounded by uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean and pristine beaches, guests are able to embark on a personalised journey guided by Jody’s renowned holistic healing, pioneering techniques and life-changing coaching to release symptoms of stress, fear and anxiety. Open to novices or practised meditators alike, the journey includes four meditations to quiet the mind and to reach a deeper level of awareness and inner calm. These dynamic workshops will nurture and encourage skills that guests can take away and implement in their everyday life from finding peace among the stresses of corporate life to conquering one’s anxieties and worries.

Guests also have the opportunity to attend two motivational talks as well as an exclusive reading from Jody’s new book ‘LifeTonic – a modern toolbox to heal your life and soothe your soul’. Jody’s schedule is tailored to inspire guests to overcome the pains of the past and achieve positive transformations in their mindset, motivations and actions. During Jody’s residence, those who wish to explore a deeper level of inner healing may also benefit from one on one sessions with Jody as well as experiencing Ayurveda treatments at CHI, the spa, yoga sessions, and a healthy eating plan with a personalised menu created by the resort’s chef. Herbs and vegetables are grown on island in the Chef’s Garden, along with traditional Ayurvedic root waters and light suppers of locally sourced fish.

CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La, draws inspiration from the origins of the Shangri-La legend, a place of personal peace, enchantment and wellbeing. It is a secluded sanctuary located in its own spa village within the resort, with spacious individual treatment villas with private gardens and steam rooms offering a ‘spa-within-a-spa’ environment.

Other activities available at Shangri-La Villingili Resort & Spa include tennis, golf, diving and snorkelling, exploring the neighbouring islands and the local village communities by bike.

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W Maldives unveils The Wavemaker Edit with global talent collaborations

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W Maldives has launched The Wavemaker Edit, a new ongoing series of curated collaborations with international talent, aimed at introducing a range of guest experiences across mixology, wellness, cuisine and music.

The series is designed as a rotating programme, with each edition bringing a different creative perspective to the resort. According to W Maldives, the initiative is intended to create a continuing calendar of experiences that combine social, cultural and wellness-led elements.

The first edition of The Wavemaker Edit will run from 3 to 14 June 2026 and will feature two themed chapters, titled Island Alchemy and The Restore Ritual.

Island Alchemy will focus on mixology. On 3 June, Kwok will lead a guest shift at SIP, presenting three cocktails that explore contrast and balance, including a bespoke creation inspired by the Maldives. The collaboration will continue on 6 June at WET Deck, where a poolside day party will feature a curated cocktail menu.

The second chapter, The Restore Ritual, will centre on wellness and movement in recognition of Global Wellness Day. Led by Mumbai-based yoga and movement educator Samiksha Shetty, the programme will include sessions focused on breathwork, mindfulness and alignment-based practice.

The wellness programme will include Sunset Yoga sessions at FIRE Beach on 12 and 14 June, as well as a morning meditation session at AWAY Spa on 13 June. The main event within this chapter will take place on 13 June, when guests will be able to join a Sunset Yoga session aboard the Horizon Yacht. This bookable experience will also include healthy refreshments and a 60-minute massage at AWAY Spa.

W Maldives said future editions of The Wavemaker Edit will expand into culinary, music and art-led experiences under a number of themed series, including Flavors Unscripted, Sound Wave and Make A Scene.

Commenting on the launch, General Manager Amila Handunwala said the initiative reflects the resort’s approach to continuously evolving the guest experience through collaborations with international talent.

W Maldives is positioning the series as part of its broader effort to offer more structured and experience-led programming for guests. In addition, the resort is promoting its Original Wavemaker package, which includes seaplane transfers and a half-board meal plan for two adults with a minimum stay of four nights.

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ELE|NA marks World Asthma Day with guided wellness experiences

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ELE|NA marked World Asthma Day with a series of wellness activities across its properties, focusing on the role of breath in overall wellbeing.

The programme was designed to highlight the connection between breathing, movement and daily health practices. According to the company, the initiative aimed to position respiratory health as an integral part of routine wellness rather than a purely clinical concern.

Activities began with guided breath awareness sessions combined with stretching exercises. These sessions focused on controlled movement and breathing techniques intended to improve mobility and support more regulated breathing patterns. The approach was structured to help participants reduce tension and restore a steady physical rhythm.

The programme also included Floating Sound Healing sessions, where participants were positioned on water while exposed to therapeutic sound frequencies. The sessions were designed to support relaxation and mental focus through controlled sensory input.

The overall programme combined breathwork, movement and sound-based therapy as part of a structured wellness approach. ELE|NA indicated that these practices were intended to support awareness, relaxation and physical balance.

The company operates across 12 properties, including OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI, OZEN LIFE MAADHOO, OBLU SELECT Sangeli, OBLU SELECT Lobigili, OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi, VARU by Atmosphere, OBLU NATURE Helengeli by SENTIDO and RAAYA by Atmosphere, as well as properties in India.

Through the initiative, ELE|NA presented its wellness framework as extending beyond spa treatments, incorporating routine practices centred on breathing, movement and relaxation.

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Sun Siyam Vilu Reef rolls out Wellness Week from 15–22 June

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Sun Siyam Vilu Reef, part of the Privé collection within the House of Siyam, has announced plans to host a Wellness Week from 15 to 22 June 2026, in conjunction with Global Wellness Week. The programme will be led by international creative and fitness practitioner Ilariia Auvitu.

Ilariia Auvitu, whose background spans multiple countries and disciplines including acting, modelling and fitness, will guide a series of sessions focused on structured wellbeing practices. Her approach combines physical activity with routines aimed at supporting mental balance.

A key component of the programme is the Tech-Free Sunrise Yoga and Breathwork Ritual. The session is designed to provide a period of structured activity without digital devices, with a focus on breath control and guided movement aimed at supporting mental regulation.

The schedule will also include Morning Yoga with Flow sessions, intended to establish physical rhythm and energy for the day. In addition, Pool Fitness sessions will be conducted in the resort’s pool area, offering water-based exercise.

Selected evenings will feature Sunset Pilates and Stretching sessions. These will include low-impact exercises focused on strength and flexibility, followed by guided stretching.

Through the Wellness Week programme, Sun Siyam Vilu Reef is offering a series of activities aligned with the observance of Global Wellness Week, combining structured fitness sessions with a setting designed to support rest and recovery.

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