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Live limitless in Maldives with Accor’s five idyllic island resorts
The Maldives is a destination that inspires travellers to push their boundaries and redefine their limits. Accor, the world-leading augmented hospitality group, is pioneering a new vision of travel that empowers guests to make new discoveries.
ALL – Accor Live Limitless, allows every visitor to try new experiences in the Maldives, on land and at sea. With five resorts across this idyllic archipelago, there are no limits!
Fairmont Sirru Fen Fushi: Maldives’ first and only ‘Coralarium’
Created by British environmentalist and eco-artist, Jason deCaires Taylor, the Coralarium is the Maldives’ first and only coral regeneration project in the form of underwater art installation.
Semi-submerged in the warm tropical sea, this unique collection of 14 abstract sculptures is designed to simultaneously reinvigorate the marine ecosystem and raise awareness about the threats it faces.
Led by the resort’s marine biologist, daily snorkelling tours allow guests to uncover the Coralarium, explore one of the longest house reefs in the Maldives, see over 250 species of tropical fish, and get closer to manta rays’ cleaning station.
Raffles Meradhoo: Underwater exploration with marine butler
Living limitless is all about expanding your horizons and experiencing new ways of travelling. At Raffles Maldives Meradhoo Resort, the dedicated butler services enable guests to elevate their lifestyle to new levels of luxury.
The Raffles Butler will take care of every element on land, while the unique Marine Butler will introduce explorers to a world of underwater wonders.
Guests can go snorkelling in the crystal-clear waters of the two-house reefs, while the Marine Butler reveals the many interesting features, explains the intricacies of the ecosystem and even acts as a personal underwater photographer.
Pullman Maamutaa: Work, play from paradise
Imagine how exciting it is to turn the Maldives into your Business Playground for a month.
Work from the Overwater Villa and change your video background to views of the Indian Ocean. Accelerate performance with an energised fitness programme, discover the underwater world between calls and relax with a spa treatment after another productive day in paradise.
Pullman Maldives Maamutaa provides guests with the space and time to play, work, and connect themselves with others on this secluded private island.
The Work from Paradise offer is a unique opportunity to work remotely from the Maldives while balancing performance and wellbeing. The package starts from USD 590++ per night for two in an all-inclusive Beach Villa experience…
Mövenpick Kuredhivaru: Make sweet encounters at chocolate hour
Living limitless involves more than venturing out into the wilderness; fresh culinary discoveries and heart-warming moments can be made every day at Mövenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives.
The Chocolate Hour is available daily from 4pm to 5pm, inviting guests to come together and savour handmade Swiss chocolates, including bite-sized sweets, truffles, cakes, brownies and more.
Held at the resort’s Coffee and Wine Lounge, this is a wonderful time of day when guests can treat their taste buds and get ready to enjoy the stunning tropical sundown.
Mercure Maldives: Swim with whale sharks
An encounter with a whale shark is a truly unforgettable experience.
The world’s largest fish, these leviathans can grow up to 12 metres in length. Despite their size, whale sharks are gentle giants that pose no danger to humans and even seem to enjoy the company of divers.
The Maldives is one of the only places on earth where whale sharks can be sighted all-year-round.
At Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Resort, adventurous guests can head out into the Indian Ocean and meet with these magnificent creatures. Daytime and evening trips are available from the resort’s PADI-certified dive centre.
Accor has launched a credit offer for travellers looking to escape to the Maldives.
Guests staying at Raffles Maldives Meradhoo, Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi and Mövenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives can now benefit from a resort credit worth 40 per cent off the room rate, which can be redeemed on dining, spa, and other experiences.
Additionally, Members of ALL – Accor Live Limitless who register and book the offer before December 15 and stay by March 31, 2021 will be entered into a lucky draw contest to win 40,000 reward points.
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Convenient bookings, reward points across Accor’s entire ecosystem, and best prices guaranteed, ALL – Accor Live Limitless makes life’s journey more rewarding, with privileged benefits and powerful partnerships. It gives you unique experiences to share and remember, making life spectacular.
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Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives has been nominated in the Resorts category for the Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2026 (UK) and the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2026 (US), marking a further development in the resort’s international recognition.
The Readers’ Choice Awards are based on traveller feedback and are considered a key benchmark within the global travel industry. The dual nomination reflects the resort’s presence across international markets and its engagement with guests from different regions.
The nomination follows a series of recognitions for the resort. In 2025, Kuda Villingili was ranked among the Top 5 Overseas Leisure Resorts Worldwide in the Condé Nast Traveller Middle East Readers’ Choice Awards, placing fifth globally. It was also listed among the Top Resorts in the Indian Ocean in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2025 (US). The resort was similarly recognised in the 2024 edition of the awards.
Located in North Malé Atoll, approximately 30 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport, Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives offers 75 villas and residences, each with private pools and views of the surrounding ocean.
The resort features eight restaurants and three bars, including Japanese-Peruvian dining at Mar-Umi and Teppanyaki by Mar-Umi. Other dining options include Asian cuisine at East and grill offerings at Fire. Additional facilities include a cigar lounge, a large swimming pool, a spa with overwater treatment villas, and a range of wellness and recreational activities such as yoga, sound therapy and surfing.
Amjad Thaufeeg, Commercial Director at Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives, stated that the nominations reflect feedback from guests across international markets and noted the importance of maintaining consistent service standards.
Voting for the Readers’ Choice Awards 2026 is open until 30 June 2026, with results scheduled to be announced in November 2026.
Baros Maldives is set to host a curated Earth Day experience titled Earth Day in Bloom on 22 April 2026, offering guests an evening programme centred on sustainability, nature and locally sourced ingredients.
The event will begin at 6:30pm at the resort’s Chef’s Garden, where guests will be welcomed with a Garden Spritz before taking part in a guided tour of the garden. The tour will introduce participants to local herbs and island-grown produce cultivated on the property.
As part of the programme, guests will be invited to plant their own herb, contributing to the garden while engaging in an activity aligned with environmental awareness. The experience will continue with a garden dinner starting at 7pm, featuring a menu designed around fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from the island.
An optional pairing of organic wines will also be available, providing an additional element to the dining experience.
The event is priced at USD 175 per person, excluding applicable service charge and taxes. Reservations can be made through the resort’s butler service.
The initiative reflects Baros Maldives’ focus on sustainability-led guest experiences, integrating environmental awareness with culinary offerings and on-island activities.
Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives has been recognised as a Quality Winner at the TUI Global Hotel Awards 2026, an accolade based on guest feedback from travellers worldwide. The recognition reflects the resort’s delivery of guest experiences shaped by service standards, facilities and alignment with evolving traveller preferences.
Located in North Malé Atoll, Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives offers a range of accommodation options, with more than 140 units including overwater suites, beach bungalows and duplex garden bungalows. The resort is designed to accommodate couples, families and groups.
The resort features seven dining venues offering a mix of international and local cuisine. Tex Mex serves Mexican and Spanish-inspired dishes, while Dalchini offers an Indian à la carte menu available for lunch and dinner. Raalhu Bar provides a setting for evening refreshments, with views of the sunset.
Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives is also known for Pasta Point, a surf break recognised for its left-hand waves. The resort attracts surfers from international markets who travel to access the location. Surf operations at Pasta Point are managed by Atoll Adventures, with bookings handled through Atoll Travel to ensure a structured approach to surf access.
The TUI Global Hotel Awards are determined by guest reviews, making the recognition an indicator of guest satisfaction. The resort’s inclusion as a Quality Winner reflects its performance in meeting guest expectations within the Maldives tourism sector.
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