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Celebrate festive season with 360° of happenings at The Marina @ CROSSROADS MALDIVES
Friends, couples, families and children of all ages are welcomed to join the festive celebrations at The Marina @ CROSSROADS Maldives. Visitors and local community can expect The Marina to be jam packed with 360° of happenings to keep everyone entertained throughout the festive season.
From 21st December 2021 to 7th January 2022, The Marina is bringing a unique glimmering warmth to the festive season with its sparkling lights displays and festive decorations all around, sum up with abundant sweet treats, exquisite culinary dining options, wide variety of shops featuring the latest designs & fashions and special events with a unique line-up of entertainment – making it a perfect hotspot to get together and celebrate.
Explore the special Spa festive packages on offer from 90 to 180-minute treatments in addition to the comprehensive spa treatment portfolio and retail products available at the award winning spa Lèn Be Well, the first free standing double storey spa and wellness complex in the Maldives, located at the centre of The Marina.
Throughout the festive season, the dining establishments at The Marina will feature spectacular array of festive gourmet menus that will surely suit everyone’s taste and preference.
Hard Rock Cafe Maldives at The Marina invites all foodies to gather ‘round its table and celebrate the glorious time of year in true Hard Rock style, offering a limited-time, multi-course holiday menu featuring some of its most popular culinary options.
While strolling at The Marina, grab a quick slice of locally-made savoury delights with freshly brewed coffee at bean/Co as the sun goes down. Feel love in the air with a romantic dinner for two at these fabulous three restaurants by famous Chef Dharshan – Carne Diem, Ministry of Crab Maldives and Nihonbashi Blue and impress your date with Chef’s fancy meal.
Or if you prefer a fine dining experience in the heart of The Marina, the al fresco Sensation Beach Club is the perfect venue to enjoy a 7-course menu with your family or friends whilst overlooking the glistening Indian Ocean.
And for those who are craving for Asian cuisines, try the delightful Asian dishes from The Marina’s range of gourmet restaurants – Kinkao (Thai cuisine), Jiao Wu (Chinese cuisine) and Kebab & Kurry (Indian cuisine) for an absolute heaven.
Whether you’re after an intimate celebration with friends and family, a romantic date with your loved one, a dazzling get-together with your colleagues or fabulous festive lunch or dinner, The Marina got the space to make it a reality.
The festive celebration doesn’t stop there! Shopaholics, who are looking for the best value at The Marina can visit the Sifani, the home of the foremost fine jewellery in Sri Lanka to avail 25% discount on their selected gold and silver jewelleries.
Apart from that, Sifani will also run a special promotion of “For every single receipt purchase worth US$1,000, the shopper will receive a free gift of an exquisite gemstone”.
Whilst for those fashionistas shoppers The Marina, pay a visit to Raidha’s Maldives, the Maldivian fashion label shop specialising in women’s attire from ready-to-wear to party dresses to avail 20% discount on all their merchandise items.
More than ever, everyone is so excited to bid goodbye to 2021 and welcome the New Year 2021 with a big bang. The Marina is open to all visitors and local community to be part of the marvellous New Year’s eve celebrations this 31st December 2021.
No matter how you want to ring in the New Year, The Marina has fabulous three party atmosphere venues from Great Gatsby-inspired party at bean/Co, Unlock 2022 party at Sansation Beach Club to Equatic Vibe party at Hard Rock Cafe Maldives to have fun and celebrate, all three party venues feature music, live entertainment and a midnight countdown celebration. Still undecided where to go?
For more information, please refer to The Marina Festive Brochure and learn more of the 360° of Happenings or contact The Marina Agents directly for reservations via Viber/WhatsApp +960-7307000.
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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