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Atmosphere Kanifushi Maldives unveils 30 new beach villas

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Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts, a leading international hospitality company, has unveiled two new beach pool villa categories featuring 30 properties at Atmosphere Kanifushi in the Maldives.

Atmosphere Kanifushi recently won the ‘Leading Family Resort in the Maldives’ award by World Travel Awards for the second year in a row.

Atmosphere Kanifushi is located at the secluded Lhaviyani Atoll. This classic five-star island resort is accessible by a 35-minute seaplane ride from Malé International Airport.

Already a much sought-after hideaway for families seeking some tropical bliss, Atmosphere Kanifushi heightens the stay with additional villa categories to choose from.

The two new categories are Kanifushi Grand Pool Villa and Kanifushi Residence. Hidden beneath gently swaying palm trees, these villas are conveniently located at the centre of the island’s unique two-kilometre-long beach.

Kanifushi Residence

Kanifushi Residence fits the bill for ultimate family bonding. The 10 exclusive residences come with three bedrooms: a master bedroom, a kids bedroom and an attached nanny’s bedroom. There is also a living cum dining room with a pantry and an entertainment room.

Outside, guests have a standout 115 sqm free form swimming pool just step away from the white, sandy beach and aquamarine waters beyond. The pool is a sheer delight with its elevated sofa seating, semi-submerged sun loungers and a shallow kids area. Features like a spacious wooden deck with table seating and a cosy Maldivian swing make this a perfectly chilled out spot.

Kanifushi Grand Pool Villa

Designed to delight, the twenty new Kanifushi Grand Pool Villas are ideal for both families and couples. These one-bedroom island homes (241 sqm) with open-air bathrooms and luxurious amenities, always offer inspiring ocean views.

The veranda opens onto a tranquil garden area – where families and couples can enjoy quality time at a 42 sqm lap pool and deck. Shaded table seating and a gazebo with a Maldivian swing enhance the sun-soaked poolside vibe.

Mei P Pun, the General Manager of Atmosphere Kanifushi, said: “Our gorgeous pool villas offer the perfect holiday home for a memorable getaway. Spaciously built, these villas are the ideal holiday home for all ages, be it families, couples, or friends.”

“Guests can experience delicious dine-around, activities and adventures included within the Atmosphere Kanifushi Plan. There is something for everyone – magical snorkelling trips, romantic sunset cruises, live entertainment, sports and recreation, as well as a sprawling kids club with exciting daily activities.”

Additional services to enhance the experience

Along with the resort’s Atmosphere Kanifushi Plan, which creates a fully encompassing, hassle-free holiday experience, these new villas offer special benefits and services to please one and all.

After the picturesque journey to the island, guests are directly taken to their villas. A seamless check-in process at the villa ensures they can sit back and relish their welcome gifts. There is a refreshing spread of sparkling wine or champagne (for residence guests) and fresh canapes to kickoff the vacation in style.

Villa experience also includes a fruit basket, enhanced mini bar, two additional wine bottles — all refreshed daily. For special moments, there are complimentary fine dining experiences, depending on the nights of stay.

Indulgences just for Kanifushi Residence guests: Families staying at the Kanifushi Residence enjoy a one-of-a-kind dining experience. From sunrise to sunset, there’s an array of snacks and exclusive meals to enjoy together. Days start with an optional à la carte breakfast at THE SUNSET Bar. Then, there’s fresh coconut juice, a cookie jar, and high tea – all served in the villa – to look forward to throughout the day. Guests can even request one complimentary in-villa breakfast during the stay.

Exclusive butler service and buggy service add to the convenience. With a host of extras scattered throughout the stay – beach toys for kids, virgin coconut oil gifts, special turndown service, customised pillow menu, personalised departure memento– Kanifushi Residence is an all-ages vacation dream come true.

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Westin Maldives Miriandhoo introduces Family Fun Summer package

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The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort has introduced its Family Fun Summer offer, aimed at families seeking longer island stays built around shared activities and rest. The offer is available for booking from 15 April to 15 June 2026, with a minimum stay of four nights for travel through to 20 December 2026.

Located within Baa Atoll, the Maldives’ first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort is positioning the offer around family wellness, marine experiences and time spent together in a natural island setting. Seasonal snorkelling with manta rays in Hanifaru Bay remains one of the area’s key attractions, while the resort’s collection of beach and overwater villas is designed to accommodate families looking for space and flexibility during their stay.

For larger families and groups, the resort also offers the two-bedroom Heavenly Beach Residence, which includes a living room, kitchen and dining area intended to support longer and more relaxed island stays.

The resort says the guest experience can be shaped around both activity and downtime, supported by Westin’s Sleep Well concept and Heavenly Bed. Children have access to the Westin Family Kids Club, which includes a children’s pool and pirate ship, while parents can make use of Heavenly Spa by Westin.

Away from the villa, the resort is also promoting shared family experiences through Good Travel with Marriott Bonvoy activities focused on the culture and environment of Baa Atoll. These include traditional lacquer craft workshops, visits to local islands and guided marine activities in surrounding waters.

The Family Fun Summer package includes three meals per day, with children under 12 dining free of charge. It also includes a one-time dolphin cruise for two adults and two children, a 30-minute photography session with one printed photo, and a USD 150 resort credit.

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Reethi Faru Resort recognised in four categories at 2026 Haute Grandeur Awards

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Reethi Faru Resort has been recognised at the 2026 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards, receiving honours in four categories: Best Beach Villa in Indian Ocean, Best Pool Villa in Indian Ocean, Best Eco-Friendly Resort in Maldives, and Best Sustainable Hotel in Maldives.

The awards recognise performance across villa accommodation and environmentally focused hospitality, reflecting the resort’s emphasis on guest experience alongside sustainability and environmental stewardship.

According to the resort, the recognition supports its positioning within the Maldives market as a property that combines natural surroundings, accommodation standards and responsible hospitality practices.

Located on Filaidhoo in Raa Atoll, Reethi Faru Resort features 145 villas, including beachfront and overwater accommodation designed in a style that combines Maldivian elements with contemporary comfort.

The resort’s food and beverage offering includes six restaurants and six bars, while its leisure facilities cover watersports, diving, yoga, spa treatments and fitness activities. Surrounded by coral reefs, the resort also offers guests access to marine-based experiences in the Indian Ocean.

Sustainability remains a central part of the resort’s operations, with initiatives that include coral reef restoration and guest experiences linked to environmental awareness.

Through its recognition at the 2026 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards, Reethi Faru Resort has added to its profile as a Maldives resort with a focus on both accommodation standards and sustainability.

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Sun Siyam Olhuveli launches Coral Frame Adoption programme on Earth Day

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To mark Earth Day, Sun Siyam Olhuveli, part of the Lifestyle Collection within the House of Siyam, launched its new marine conservation initiative, the Adopt A Coral Frame experience, during a morning event held on 22 April at Milano Beach on Dream Island.

The initiative forms part of the resort’s wider marine conservation efforts and is designed to give guests a direct way to engage with coral restoration while supporting the protection of the surrounding reef ecosystem.

During the launch, guests were introduced to the coral restoration process through a hands-on experience that explained how new coral growth can be supported through frame-based planting. Under the programme, guests are invited to select and adopt a coral frame, attach healthy coral fragments to it, and take part in placing it within the lagoon to help form a new reef structure.

The process begins with the collection of healthy coral fragments under the guidance of the resort’s marine biologist. These fragments are then secured to specially designed coral frames and placed in selected areas within the resort’s coral garden, where conditions are intended to support growth and marine biodiversity. Guests who adopt a frame will also receive updates on its progress, including photographs shared every six months.

The resort said the programme is intended to make coral conservation more accessible to guests while also highlighting the role of reefs in supporting marine life, protecting coastlines and maintaining ocean ecosystems.

Chaminda Upul, Group Sustainability Manager for Sun Siyam, said the initiative was designed to give guests an opportunity to contribute in a direct way.

“Earth Day is a reminder that even the smallest actions can shape something far greater,” he said. “With Adopt-A-Coral Frame, we wanted to create an experience where our guests can leave a positive mark on the ocean. It’s simple, it’s meaningful, and it stays with you.”

Hassan Adil, General Manager of Sun Siyam Olhuveli, said the resort wanted to create an experience that combines guest participation with long-term environmental value.

“At Olhuveli, we believe the best experiences are the ones that stay with you long after you leave. Adopt-A-Coral is our way of inviting guests to be part of something lasting, while caring for the natural beauty that makes this place so special,” he said.

Part of the proceeds from each coral adoption will go towards Sun Siyam Care, the group’s sustainability platform, supporting marine conservation and reef restoration efforts.

Through the launch of Adopt A Coral Frame, Sun Siyam Olhuveli is combining guest experience with reef restoration, reflecting a wider focus on environmental engagement within its island operations.

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