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Ready, jet set, go: Kandima Maldives celebrates reopening
Kandima Maldives, the active lifestyle destination, is ready to welcome guests worldwide.
The only true active lifestyle resort in the Maldives, Kandima has left no shell unturned when it comes to delivering a guest experience that is anything but ordinary. The resort has taken the opportunity to ride the wave of change and reimagine its guests’ lifestyle in ways that answer their evolving needs and aspirations while inspiring them to live life to the absolute fullest.
At Kandima, health, safety and wellbeing not only come as standard; they are taken to the next level. Endorsed by experts, the new K’OnGuard health and safety programme, K’App with tech-savvy inclusions and contactless services give guests peace of mind so that fun never has to stop.
“We are incredibly excited to welcome guests back to Kandima Maldives. We have revisited and reimagined our offering to create a journey like never. We have spent the past few months carefully curating food, health, safety, wellness and recreation experiences to match our guests’ current needs and expectations — not to mention technology that will elevate the entire experience,” Brett Castleman, General Manager at Kandima, said.
“We want to do more than give our guests peace of mind; we want to give them a trip to remember. One that’s bursting with smiles, laughter and memories that will last a lifetime. Kandima never compromises on fun, so why should our guests?”

Get ready to just play as Kandima Maldives just doesn’t do boredom! This seriously stylish lush private island escape, renowned for its active lifestyle, welcomes back guests with its uplifting ‘Lifestyle Reimagined’ campaign, not to mention some new and cool initiatives and activities.
The Fresh Lab
Kandima Maldives introduces The Fresh Lab, a new farm-to-table initiative designed to support the local Maldivian communities and the environment, and to give guests a taste of sustainable and experiential dining in all 10 of its on-site dining destinations.
K’OnGuard programme
Kandima Maldives is one of the only few resorts with a state-of-the-art medical clinic with international doctors, that provide round the clock assistance, at the island itself.
The specially designed K’OnGuard programme closely manages all health, safety and service protocols while also delivering the differential resort experience to guests.
The island is large, making social distancing easy; all areas are regularly sanitised, and a full safety guideline can be experienced while keeping no compromise of the fun elements of the resort.

D.I.V.E, K’App, contactless service
D.I.V.E online is Maldives-first fully immersive virtual platform that provides interactive digital tour experience of the island for guests to enjoy even from the comfort of home.
Always looking for ways to innovate and enhance guest experience, Kandima’s K’ App provides digital check-in and pre-arrival registration from one’s own devices and contactless dining at all F&B outlets thanks to QR coded menus.
Kandima can also easily facilitate quick and hassle-free COVID-19 PCR tests as per the guests’ requirements.

Anything but ordinary activities
Kandima is a playground for the kids and big kids looking for speed, excitement, relaxation, marine beauty, watersports, diving or just that private piece of paradise.
Not only is the resort home to the longest outdoor pool in the Maldives, but it’s also an ‘Aquaholics’ dream thanks to the watersports and diving school.
Lifestyle Reimagined brings a new spirit and new activities to the island: expert therapists provide walking meditation and yoga classes against an ocean backdrop, while Reiki and specially designed spa treatments help guests to de-stress, disconnect and recharge, ready to play once again.

Kakuni Point
This stunning end of the island spot is perfect for swimming, relaxing, yoga and photography.
The K’Krew spent a lot of time here during lockdown and officially named it Kakuni, a Dhivehi word for crab as there are many to be spotted here. This spot is a visual treat and a photographer’s dream capturing the most amazing underwater experience and sunsets at Kandima, Maldives.
Kandiland
Lifestyle Reimagined isn’t just for adults. Kandima’s little VIPs can play all day in the best and one of the biggest kids’ clubs complete with its own water park.
Strict safety standards ensure peace of mind and Kandiland experts have got a lot planned from individual play to new exciting kids’ programmes.

“Lifestyle Reimagined is the start of an exciting new chapter for Kandima Maldives and our guests. As one of the most sought-after active lifestyle resorts in the Maldives, we knew we had to do something special to mark the reopening of our resort,” Neeraj Seth, Director of Marketing Communication and Public Relations at Kandima, said.
“Our Lifestyle Reimagined campaign celebrates everything Kandima Maldives is known for and more. It welcomes guests to a place where (almost) everything is possible and truly excellent in every way with an exciting new spirit. And we can’t wait to welcome back our guests and #JustPlay.”
And, that’s not all! To kick-off its new chapter, Kandima has some exciting announcements coming soon. So, stay tuned for cool updates this September.
For more information and bookings, please visit kandima.com, contact the resort by phone at +960 6760077, or email mykindofplace@kandima.com.
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Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa unveils family-focused Family Fun Summer package
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa has introduced its Family Fun Summer offer, a family-focused package designed to encourage guests to spend time together through dining, leisure and recreational activities in a private island setting.
Located 15 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport, the resort is offering the package as a year-round experience, despite its summer branding. The programme is intended for families seeking a stay that combines accommodation, meals and activities in a single offering.
The experience includes daily breakfast at Feast, where guests can access buffet selections for adults and children. Lunch is served as a three-course beachside meal, while evenings include buffet dinners, à la carte options and access to the resort’s speciality restaurants.
As part of the package, adult guests receive a USD 45 dining credit per night, which can be used at selected outlets including Baan Thai and Sea Salt. The offer is designed to expand dining options within the resort’s full board arrangement.
The package also includes activities aimed at different age groups. Children have access to the Sheraton Adventure Club, while families can take part in pool activities, water sports, sunset dolphin cruises and guided snorkelling excursions.
For guests seeking wellness experiences, Shine Spa for Sheraton offers a range of treatments, with the package including 15 per cent savings on selected services. The resort has also introduced a spa experience designed for parent and child. Additional recreational options include sunrise beach yoga, as well as access to tennis and football facilities.
Other inclusions within the offer include a complimentary family photoshoot and dining benefits for children when eating with their parents.
Family Fun Summer is available for booking until 15 June 2026, for stays through to 20 December 2026. Through the package, Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa is presenting a family-oriented resort experience centred on dining, recreation and shared time together.
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InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau to mark Mother’s Day with wellness and dining offerings
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort has announced a Mother’s Day programme centred on wellness, dining and family experiences, offering guests a range of activities designed to mark the occasion in Raa Atoll.
Set within the resort’s island setting, the programme will feature a series of experiences aimed at encouraging families to spend time together through relaxation, dining and shared activities.
At AVI Spa, the Mother’s Day offering will include signature treatments focused on rest and balance. Guests will also have access to holistic sessions led by visiting practitioner Dr Afsana Aradhana Ghyas, whose work focuses on integrative wellbeing and emotional balance.
Dining experiences will form a central part of the programme. These will include floating breakfasts served in private villas, interactive cooking sessions with the resort’s chefs, and private dining experiences ranging from sunset beach dinners to sandbank dining under the stars.
The resort will also offer family-focused activities for the occasion. These will include craft sessions for children, ocean-inspired guided art activities and a family photoshoot intended to capture the day’s experiences.
Through the Mother’s Day programme, InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort is presenting a combination of wellness, dining and family activities shaped around personal and shared experiences in a resort setting.
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W Maldives unveils The Wavemaker Edit with global talent collaborations
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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