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After Hurawalhi, Kuredu to host expert-led well-being treatments
Kuredu Island Resort and Spa has joined its sister resort Hurawalhi Maldives to offer a series of treatments with visiting consultant Shaylini, who provides a unique experience of deep healing therapies to help achieve wellbeing and inner peace.
Shaylini, a talented Reiki Master and Intuitive Energy Healer, will be first visiting Hurawalhi Maldives from May 14 onwards before going to Kuredu to offer her unique treatments to the resort’s guests from May 30 to June 4.
Treatments available at both the resorts, which are run by local company Crown and Champa Resorts, include:
- Reiki Energy Healing: This one-hour session is a natural, non-invasive rejuvenating healing method which works to heal and remove blockages, imbalances and pain on all four levels of our being: mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually. Price per session: USD 110 (Kuredu) / USD 150 (Hurawalhi)
- Chakra Balancing: With Shaylini’s deeply healing roots, she applies a powerfully transformative technique to her Chakra Balancing treatments through components of vibrational energy healing. This is a beautiful and natural healing method which serves to align and balance you whilst enabling a profound release of energy blocks which may be causing illness, disease, stress or negative emotions. The one hour session includes a complimentary consultation. Price per session: USD 110 (Kuredu) / USD 140 (Hurawalhi)
- Indian Head Massage with Chakra Healing: Through Shaylini’s powerful healing methods she has developed a wonderfully healing and therapeutic Indian Head Massage which simultaneously works to align one’s Chakras (energy centres). Price per 45-minute session: USD 90 (Kuredu) / USD 100 (Hurawalhi)
- Individual or Group Divinely Guided Meditation Sessions: Shaylini’s Divinely Guided Meditation sessions are a wonderful practice that will enable guests to release their deeply held stresses and tensions, create a sense of inner calm and peace within and connect you to higher energy fields. Meditation sessions are 40-45 minutes in duration. Price per individual session: USD 90 (Kurdu) / USD 100 (Hurawalhi); price per person as part of a group session (two people or more): USD 70 (Kuredu) / USD 75 (Hurawalhi)

The Duniye Spa at Hurawalhi Maldives. PHOTO/ HURAWALHI
Both Hurawalhi and Kuredu are offering a 20 percent discount on bookings made in advance for these sessions at their Duniye Spas.
Officially inaugurated in January, the five-star Hurawalhi, which is accessible by a 40-minute scenic seaplane flight from the main Velana International Airport, is home to the largest undersea restaurant in the world, and offers 90 villas including 60 Ocean Villas and 30 Beach Villas for grown-ups who are seeking luxury and innovation. The villas are stylishly and beautifully conceived featuring soothing décor, sumptuous linens on king size beds, bleached wooden floors, and private terraces with panoramic views.
Located on a 1,800 metre by 325 metre remote island in the northern atoll of Lhaviyani, Kuredu is accessible by a 40-minute scenic seaplane flight from the main airport. This 4.5-star resort has 383 rooms, including beach and water villas, making it the second largest resort in the Maldives.
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City Iftar experience curated at JEN Maldives by Shangri-La
JEN Maldives by Shangri-La is welcoming the holy month of Ramadan with a series of Iftar evenings at Lime Restaurant, inviting guests to gather in the spirit of reflection, gratitude and togetherness.
Recognising Ramadan as a time that brings families, friends and communities closer, the hotel has curated an Iftar experience designed to go beyond dining. The focus is on creating a welcoming environment where traditions are observed, conversations unfold naturally and shared moments are celebrated around the table.
Located in the heart of Malé, Lime Restaurant provides a warm and contemporary setting suited to a range of gatherings, from colleagues reconnecting after work to families and friends breaking fast together. Each evening reflects the generosity associated with Ramadan, featuring carefully prepared dishes, live cooking stations and a selection of sweet treats that balance traditional flavours with creative touches.
Iftar at JEN Maldives by Shangri-La is shaped by attentive service and thoughtful hospitality. Guests are welcomed into an atmosphere that blends comfort with understated elegance, allowing space for reflection while enjoying a relaxed dining experience. The hotel’s culinary and service teams work closely to ensure consistency, quality and authenticity throughout the season.
Whether for intimate gatherings or larger group celebrations, the venue offers flexibility supported by a culinary programme rooted in care and attention to detail. The Ramadan offering is designed to ensure guests feel at ease while enjoying a distinctive Iftar experience in the capital.
Throughout the holy month, JEN Maldives by Shangri-La invites guests to come together at Lime Restaurant to experience evenings defined by flavour, generosity and meaningful connection, in keeping with the true spirit of Ramadan.
Drink
Provence comes to Maldives with Château Minuty dinner at Milaidhoo Maldives
Milaidhoo Maldives is hosting a wine pairing dinner celebrating Provençal elegance and gastronomy on 4 March 2026 at the resort’s Shoreline Grill. The evening will feature wines from Château Minuty and will be hosted by Sébastien Nore, Global Strategy and Export Director of Château Minuty, offering guests insight into the winery’s heritage and approach to fine winemaking.
Originally from Limousin, France, Nore brings extensive experience in the international beverage industry. His career includes roles with Kronenbourg Wineries and PepsiCo France, followed by senior leadership positions at Diageo and Baron Philippe de Rothschild. He has played a key role in expanding Château Minuty’s global presence and currently oversees the winery’s strategy, sales, communication and marketing, with a focus on innovation and the refined character of Provençal rosé.
During the dinner, guests will enjoy a curated selection of Château Minuty wines, paired with a bespoke menu created by the Shoreline Grill culinary team. The featured wines include:
- Château Minuty M de Minuty Rosé Magnum 1.5L – Artist Edition 2024
- Château Minuty Prestige Rosé 2024
- Château Minuty Rosé et Or 2024
- Château Minuty 281 2024
Beyond this event, the dinner reflects Milaidhoo Maldives’ wider commitment to gastronomy. The resort’s Gourmet Plan is designed for guests with a strong interest in food and wine, offering personalised, multi-course dining experiences throughout their stay. Each menu is crafted to highlight the relationship between carefully selected ingredients and complementary wines, with an emphasis on authenticity and balance.
The Château Minuty dinner marks the fourth wine-focused event hosted by Milaidhoo Maldives this year, underscoring the resort’s ongoing focus on curated culinary experiences. The evening is positioned as a sensory journey, combining refined flavours, thoughtful pairings and a convivial island setting.
Awards
Constance Halaveli and Constance Moofushi earn top scores in 2026 Booking.com awards
Constance Hospitality has been recognised in the 2026 Traveller Review Awards by Booking.com, with its Maldivian resorts achieving some of the highest scores within the group’s portfolio.
In the Maldives, Constance Halaveli Maldives received an outstanding score of 9.8 out of 10, while Constance Moofushi Maldives achieved 9.7. The ratings, based on verified guest reviews, reflect consistently high levels of guest satisfaction and service delivery.
Constance Halaveli Maldives, known for its spacious overwater and beachfront villas, personalised service and refined dining concepts, continues to perform strongly among travellers. Constance Moofushi Maldives, positioned as a barefoot chic resort with an all-inclusive concept, also maintains a high guest approval rating, supported by its diving experiences and relaxed island atmosphere.
While the wider Constance portfolio across the Indian Ocean was recognised, the Maldives properties stand out as the group’s highest-rated resorts in the 2026 awards cycle.
Commenting on the recognition, Jean-Jacques Vallet, Chief Executive Officer of Constance Hospitality, stated that the awards reflect the professionalism and commitment of the teams on the ground. He added that guest feedback remains central to maintaining service standards and delivering consistent experiences across the group’s destinations.
The recognition reinforces the position of Constance Halaveli Maldives and Constance Moofushi Maldives as leading performers within the Maldives’ competitive luxury hospitality sector.
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