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The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort celebrates Global Wellness Day
June 12 marked the 10th anniversary of Global Wellness Day (GWD) – a day dedicated to living well and to honouring choices that cultivate health in all its forms.
With wellness at its core positioning, The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort put together a unique programme of health and fitness activities on June 12 devoted to nourish and restore the mind, body and spirit connection.
Westin Hotels & Resorts, one of hospitality’s global leader in wellness, empowers guests to transcend the rigours of travel while on the road through the brand’s Six Pillars of Well-being: Sleep Well, Eat Well, Move Well, Feel Well, Work Well, and Play Well.
Guests can experience wellness offerings that include the brand’s iconic and award-winning Heavenly Bed, TRX fitness equipment in the signature WestinWORKOUT Fitness Studios, delicious and nutritious menu offerings, and more.
Recently, Westin Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s international portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, also unveiled the next evolution of its wellness-focused “Let’s Rise” campaign to motivate locals and travellers alike to regain control and enhance their well-being when they travel.
With use of the unifying line “We are All Risers”, the campaign celebrates a community of achievers and reinforces the brand’s commitment to our guests’ holistic sense of well-being around the clock.
As a leader in the well-being and hospitality industry, 59 Westin hotels in Asia-Pacific including The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort are poised to address the increasing importance of maintaining and enhancing your wellness routines through its signature brand experience, especially after the challenges and demands of the past year.
Through the campaign, Westin aims to motivate and energise everyone around the fact that no matter where they maybe, they can rise up, Move and Be Moved, both broadly in life by staying active with WestinWORKOUT and the brand’s signature RunWestin programmes and Be Moved both figuratively and literally with Westin’s active and regenerative signature offerings.
On the occasion of Global Wellness Day, The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort scheduled a number of activities throughout the day including morning Yoga to start the day, a one-mile run led by RunWESTIN Concierge around the resort, a healthy breakfast, a recovery massage at the Heavenly Spa by Westin, a breath work and meditation session to calm the mind and a high intensity circuit training workout.
The resort also offers an Eat Well Menu packed with thoughtful options that keep guests fuelled and focused on feeling their best.
Created with care on an island reef in the heart of the world-renowned UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Baa Atoll region of the Maldives, this wellness haven offers 69 villas and a residence, distinct eco-friendly Italian design, exceptional dining experiences and a transformative wellness offering.
Guest can indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment at the luxury Heavenly Spa by Westin. Built overwater with a glass floor to enhance the sense of calm the water brings, the spa has range of treatments to leave guests re-energised and nourished in both mind and body.
With a choice of four unique outlets, The Pearl, Island Kitchen, Hawker and Sunset Bar, guests can experience a delightful range of cuisines during their stay.
There is also a state-of-the art WestinWorkout Fitness Studio with TRX functional training equipment–great for pre-run workouts, suspension training and offers app based instructional videos by TRX Master Instructors.
In addition, there all the facilities expected from a luxury escape including a multi-function recreation ground for tennis, basketball and volleyball.
Kids will be entertained at the Westin Family Kids Club with pool with indoor and outdoor playground, Kids Club activities include creative crafts, treasure hunts, themed parties and learning about the Maldives’ colorful marine life.
A divers’ paradise, this Maldivian region is known for its plethora of coral reefs – over 250 species – and is home to one of the largest concentrations of manta rays and whale sharks in the world.
Book direct on the resort’s website for the best available rates and exclusive benefits: www.westin-maldives.com.
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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