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W Maldives, PUMA Middle East collaborate to celebrate International Women’s month
Fitness lovers made the most out of an exciting weekend of activities that took place on 18th– 20th of March 2022 at W Maldives as the luxury resort partnered with global sports brand, PUMA to celebrate International Women’s Month. As part of this collaboration the resort hosted a FUEL Happening that promoted PUMA’s global ‘She Moves Us’ campaign and W Maldives’ DETOX.RETOX. REPEAT. program.
The FUEL Happening saw classes including sunrise and sunset yoga take center stage alongside action-packed and adrenaline-filled watersports activities and a Full Moon Music Glow Yoga session at the resort’s very own castaway island, Gaathafushi. These activities were specially curated for the event to make fitness fun and inspire guests to move.
Part of PUMA’s global ‘She Moves Us’ campaign, to focus on its top female sports ambassadors, celebrating the women who have moved sports forward to inspire other women around the world, the FUEL Happening hosted some of the region’s most popular female influencers at the resort to get the fitness party pumping. PUMA also promoted their PUMA STUDIO Collection, a fashion-meets-function line featuring the latest in style and technology—from core-baring tanks and high-waisted leggings to wicking fabrics and comfort-first cuts. Plus, every piece contains at least 25% recycled material.

The luxury playground at W Maldives is the perfect place to either restart that healthy regime or kick it off, with the FUEL Happening blending a party atmosphere with all the elements of wellbeing for body, mind and soul. The resort, which already offers a range of activities from high intensity boot camps to holistic treatments and nutrition support, brought fitness to life with this high energy collaboration.
“PUMA is an ideal partner for us at W Maldives, in keeping with our brand philosophy that fitness and healthy living can be fun and social,” said Idu Ribeiro, General Manager W Maldives.
“The FUEL Happening was the perfect chance for fitness lovers or novices alike, to come and enjoy the tropical haven of the Maldives with a twist”, he added.
PUMA curated a variety of classes to appeal to all ages and abilities as it aimed to inspire and encourage women to live a more active, energetic life.
FUEL is W’s passion and lifestyle, and a core element of every guest’s experience. To highlight this the property has perfectly curated a ‘FUEL Your Escape’ package that gives people who work, play, and think differently, the excitement and balance they crave to leave them feeling energized to look good, feel good, go longer and stay later.
More information on the properties FUEL Your Escape package can be found here: https://www.marriott.com/offers/fuel-your-escape-off-43980?propertycode=mlewh
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Sirru Fen Fushi to host Eid al-Adha celebration from 27–29 May
Sirru Fen Fushi – Private Lagoon Resort has announced its “Eid in Harmony” programme for Eid al-Adha, scheduled from 27 to 29 May 2026, offering guests a series of curated experiences centred on dining, cultural elements and leisure activities.
The programme is designed to provide a structured yet relaxed approach to the celebration, with a focus on shared experiences and engagement with the island environment. According to the resort, the initiative aims to bring together cultural traditions and hospitality offerings within a resort setting.
A central feature of the programme will be the Eid al-Adha Feast, a dining experience presenting a selection of dishes prepared for the occasion. The event will be set in a themed environment reflecting elements associated with Eid.
The resort will also introduce an “Eid Gift with Purpose” initiative, positioned as a gesture aligned with the values of giving and reflection associated with the occasion.
In addition, guests will have the option to participate in a Guest Archery Competition, offering a recreational activity designed to complement the island setting and provide an alternative form of engagement during the celebration period.
Alongside the programme, the resort has launched an “Eid Island Escape” offer, which includes a range of inclusions for guests staying during the period. These include a 30-minute jet lag recovery massage, daily breakfast at Raha Market, dinner on a dine-around basis across selected restaurants, and a one-time floating breakfast experience.
In a statement, the resort’s management said the programme is intended to reflect the values of togetherness and reflection associated with Eid al-Adha, while offering guests opportunities to spend time with family and participate in shared experiences.
Through the three-day programme, Sirru Fen Fushi – Private Lagoon Resort is presenting Eid al-Adha as a combination of dining, leisure and cultural activities within a resort environment.
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Reethi Faru Resort awarded Green Globe certification
Reethi Faru Resort has received Green Globe certification, recognising its compliance with international standards for sustainable tourism.
The certification reflects the resort’s stated commitment to responsible hospitality, with a focus on environmental management, social responsibility and operational practices across the property.
Green Globe certification is awarded following an assessment based on established sustainability criteria and verified through independent third-party audits. The standard reviews performance in areas including environmental management, energy efficiency, resource conservation, community engagement and sustainable operations.
With the certification, Reethi Faru Resort joins a group of hospitality operators worldwide that have met Green Globe’s sustainability requirements and demonstrated an ongoing commitment to improvement in tourism practices.
In a statement, the management of Reethi Faru Resort said the recognition reflects the resort’s continued focus on preserving the natural environment of the Maldives while maintaining the guest experience. The management added that sustainability forms part of the resort’s daily operations.
The Green Globe standard includes more than 40 core criteria supported by over 380 compliance indicators, providing a framework for assessing sustainability performance in the hospitality sector.
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InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort marks loyalty week with member and staff recognition
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort is marking IHG Global Loyalty Week 2026, a group-wide initiative recognising IHG One Rewards members and the employees who contribute to guest experiences across the brand.
The observance will take place from 11 to 17 May 2026 and is aligned with IHG’s wider theme of “bringing loyalty to life”, focusing on guest recognition and service-led engagement.
As the Maldives’ first all-Club InterContinental resort, InterContinental Maldives is using the occasion to highlight its emphasis on personalised service and guest recognition. During the week, the resort will present a series of experiences and gestures intended to acknowledge IHG One Rewards members through tailored hospitality touches.
A central feature of the programme will be “Member Moments”, which are designed to reflect guest preferences, milestones and individual travel experiences. These will include personalised welcome arrangements, selected in-room amenities, culinary offerings and family-focused gestures.
The resort will also use the week to recognise its employees, whose service contributes to guest loyalty and repeat visits. Under its “Inspire Incredible” service culture, InterContinental Maldives will hold staff appreciation activities and internal recognition initiatives during the week.
Commenting on the occasion, General Manager Reinhold Johann said the initiative highlights the importance of making guests feel recognised and welcomed, while also acknowledging the role of employees in delivering those experiences.
Through IHG One Rewards, members have access to benefits and travel privileges across more than 6,800 hotels worldwide. At InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort, these benefits are integrated into the resort’s all-Club InterContinental offering, which combines personalised service with resort-based experiences in Raa Atoll.
Through its participation in IHG Global Loyalty Week 2026, InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort is positioning guest recognition and service culture as key elements of its hospitality approach.
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